While having my studio in Dedham is absolutely amazing, some clients prefer to have in-home newborn or family photo sessions, and I love them! Its fun to shake things up and get my creative juices going by getting out of my regular routine in the studio. But since I am coming to you rather than you coming to me, there are a few things I will ask you to do to prepare before I arrive, to set us up for success!
Maybe you booked your Boston newborn photo session a few months ago when you were in your second trimester of pregnancy and thought eventually you’d shop for an outfit for your newborn session. Fast forward and now you are either quickly approaching your due date or maybe baby is already here and you are realizing that you never got around to buying something! Or, maybe you are a planner and you’re 10 weeks pregnant and already thinking about what you will wear to your newborn session. Either way, this blog post is for both of you.
First of all, don’t worry. We will get gorgeous photos of your baby and your family no matter what you wear!
Its February, which is one of the slowest times of the year for me as a newborn photographer. I like to spend this time going through all my photos from the prior year to update my website with the best newborn photos of 2023.
I’ve been a newborn photographer for over a decade. During this time, I’ve had hundreds of conversations with new parents about what was helpful during pregnancy, birth, and postpartum. I’ve gathered all these helpful resources to help you with this tricky time.
My number one, most important piece of advice: you know your baby and your body better than anyone. Do whatever is right for you. If that means not breastfeeding, that is ok! Lots of people will try to throw their opinions at you, but trust your gut and do what works best for you and your baby.
Including siblings in newborn photos sounds sweet in theory.
One of the biggest worries parents have before an in-home newborn session is whether their house is “photo-ready.”
✨ 2025 in review + what’s ahead ✨
If you’re due in the winter or early spring in Boston, outdoor maternity photos aren’t always realistic—and that’s where my studio truly shines 🤍
2026 intention: take photos of my own kids with my real camera
Wow so amazed to have won this! Thank you so much to everyone who took time to vote for me!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Busy season 2025 is officially wrapped! Just finished up a lovely in home newborn session in JP and now have a full week off for the holidays. You wouldn’t know it by my feed, but over the last three months I’ve photographed over 50 sessions. I’m so grateful for all those families who trusted me with their portraits, and I will be busy getting those images out ASAP! :)
I was nominated for Favorite Family Photographer by @communitykangaroo ! I NEED YOUR HELP! It would mean the world to me if you could vote for me and my business to help me win! Link in bio!
51 sessions in 3 months, no sweat 😂😂😂🫣
In reality? It often involves snacks, bribes, strong opinions, and at least one child who absolutely refuses pants.
And that’s… totally fine. 😅
The goal of sibling newborn photos isn’t perfect behavior or everyone smiling at the camera at the same time. It’s capturing real moments — curiosity, chaos, cuddles, and the very beginning of a lifelong relationship.
We keep things low-pressure:
• We start with sibling photos while attention spans still exist
• We don’t force hugs (ever)
• We take breaks (lots of them)
• We fully expect some wiggles, wandering, and craziness
Some of the best photos happen between the planned moments — when a toddler leans in unexpectedly, declares the baby “too loud,” or gives a quick kiss and runs away.
Your kids don’t need to cooperate. They just need to show up as themselves.
And honestly? That’s where the good stuff is.
Swipe through to see what sibling newborn photos really look like 🤍
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Here’s the truth: it doesn’t need to be 🤍
During an in-home newborn session, we use just a few light-filled spots—your bed, the nursery, a cozy corner of the living room, a window with beautiful natural light. Real spaces where life is actually happening right now.
No perfect décor.
No spotless counters.
No pressure to make your home look like a magazine.
These photos are about connection, comfort, and documenting this fleeting season exactly as it is. The places where you’re feeding your baby at 3am, rocking them to sleep, and slowly finding your rhythm together.
Your home already tells your family’s story. I’m just there to help you remember it.
✨ Read more about what spaces we use during in-home newborn sessions on the blog.
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2025 felt like a year of momentum and gratitude.
After some slower behind-the-scenes work in 2024, this past year was my busiest ever — 116 families, including maternity, newborn, and family portraits. I am so grateful to each of you who trusted me with your memories 🤍
I was also deeply humbled to be named Favorite Family Photographer (South of Boston) by Community Kangaroo — thank you to everyone who voted. It means more than I can say.
Some of the things I loved most in 2025:
• Launching the First Year Collection (seeing families grow over time has been incredible)
• Adding more product options to help you enjoy your photos in your home
• Streamlining communication and booking so your experience feels smooth and supportive
Looking ahead, I’m excited about:
✨ Studio upgrades (hello snacks & coffee ☕️!)
✨ Expanded styling + fittings
✨ Giving more love to in-home newborn sessions
✨ Showing up more here on Instagram
✨ Monthly newsletters that are short, helpful, and worth your time
Thank you for being here, for supporting my small business, and for letting me do what I love. I can’t wait to make more memories with you in 2026 🤍
— Whitney 💫
#BostonFamilyPhotographer #YearInReview #NewYearReflections #BostonNewbornPhotography #BostonMaternityPhotographer PhotographyGoals SmallBusinessLife ClientLove StudioLife
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My light-filled studio features huge windows, soft natural light, and intentional styling, making it the perfect location for elegant, timeless indoor maternity photos all winter long. No cold temps. No wind. No stress. Just a calm, beautiful space designed to celebrate this season of motherhood.
If you’ve been wondering whether indoor maternity photos can still feel warm, natural, and elevated—the answer is absolutely yes.
I just shared a full blog post explaining why winter maternity sessions in the studio are ideal (and what the experience is like from start to finish).
👉 Read the full post—link in bio
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Whitney O'Brien Photography
333 East street
Dedham, MA 02026
(617) 615-9413
Boston newborn photographer with a luxury photography studio in Dedham, MA.
I specialize in natural, timeless portraits of motherhood, including maternity, newborn baby, and family photography sessions.
I serve Boston, MA neighborhoods such as Roslindale, Jamaica Plain, West Roxbury, Dorchester, and Hyde Park, as well as Dedham, Needham, Newton, Brookline, Westwood, Chestnut Hill, Arlington, Dover, Natick, Wellesley, Milton, Weston, Quincy, Norwood, Walpole and beyond.
To see my latest work and photos of my own kids, follow me on social media!
