When’s the best time to book newborn photos? (Hint: it’s sooner than you think!)
If you’re expecting a little one (congrats, by the way!), you’ve probably got a long to-do list—nursery setup, hospital bag, baby names, and maybe remembering to feed yourself in between. But one thing that’s totally worth adding to that list? Booking your newborn photos!
Welcoming a new baby into your family is one of the most incredible moments of your life. Those first few weeks are a blur of tiny fingers, sweet snuggles, and sleepy newborn stretches. And while the newborn stage passes quickly, professional photography can freeze those moments in time forever.
But with so many photographers out there, how do you choose the right newborn photographer for your family? Here’s what to consider to ensure you find someone who matches your vision, style, and needs.
Pregnancy and the newborn stage are two of the most fleeting and precious times in a family’s journey. While maternity photography captures the excitement and anticipation of welcoming your baby, newborn photography preserves those early, delicate moments once your little one arrives. Booking both a maternity and newborn photography session ensures you document the full story—from bump to baby—with beautiful, timeless images you’ll cherish forever.
When I hopped on the phone with Christine to discuss her Savin Hill Dorchester Newborn Photographer session, she told me something that I have heard over and over. She wasn’t planning on hiring a professional photographer, but now her baby was 7 weeks old and she realized she only had (not so great) iPhone photos of her! Not only that, but MOM wasn’t in most of them! She really wanted to document this time while her baby is tiny, and ALSO be in the pictures!
I’m often asked, “how old should my baby be for newborn photos?” Every photographer has a different opinion for the perfect age for newborn photography. My personal preference is 2 weeks. BUT, while there was a time that I felt pretty strongly about this, I really don’t care that much how old your baby is...
Kind words from this lovely family ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Anyone else jumping up and down this morning because both their kids are away for the whole day for the first time in 3 weeks!? Just me? 😬
Come on sun, do it!
Love these cool colors in the studio 🥰😍🥰
Anyone else drowning in end of school activities, appointments, and days off from school? I cannot keep up this month!
Family photos with this little family tonight! So excited to see how little Gael has grown 🥰🥰🥰
Happy Mother’s Day! Grateful for these cuties and for the day off thanks to @sean_ob19
Excited for 2 days in a row of newbies 🥰
Can’t wait to meet this baby today 😍 #bostonnewbornphotographer #newbornphotography #newbornphotographer #bostonfamilyphotographer #motherhood #bostonnewbornphotography
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Whitney O'Brien Photography
333 East street
Dedham, MA 02026
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!
