Has it been a while since you got a good photo of you with your kids Didn’t book a newborn or family session because of the price? Do you just want a handful of images of you and your kiddos for your wall? Then Spring 2025 Boston Motherhood mini photo sessions are perfect for you!
I love being a Boston extended family photographer! This might actually be an unpopular opinion, but I think they are so much fun. So many combinations, its kind of like giving my clients multiple family sessions bundled into one. While extended family portraits can sometimes feel chaotic, there are some things that you can do to make things a little easier. Here are some tips for both families and photographers, for amazing pictures and successful extended family photo sessions.
My parents live in Falmouth, MA on the Cape, so we spend a lot of time dow there in the Summer. Of course the beaches are great, my personal favorite is Old Silver in North Falmouth, though I haven’t been in years.
Surprisingly, we don’t actually spend much time at the beach as a family. Its a whole to do, getting everyone ready, working around nap time, bringing enough food and keeping the water cold, hauling the beach toys and chairs and towels the most annoying part–parking. So, if we do go to the beach, we go after the lifeguards and parking attendants leave.
Luckily, Falmouth and the surrounding area has tons of other fun things to do with kids, besides going to the beach.
You booked family photos with me, and now you’re wondering–What to wear for your family photo session? I know it can be so overwhelming to choose everyone’s outfits, so I am here to help make your life easier!
Did you know that 95% of the outdoor photos you see on my website and social media were taken in the Arnold Arboretum? Aside from the fact that its a 5-10 minute drive from my house, there are so many reasons that I think the Arnold Arboretum is the best family photos location in Boston (and outdoor maternity photo sessions.) Here are somethings I look for in outdoor shooting locations and why I prefer the Arnold Arboretum for outdoor photos in Boston again and again.
Ever thought about opening up your own photography studio? I started as a Boston newborn photographer with a pop up set up in my living room, moved to a (tiny) dedicated home studio in a guest room, and finally moved to my dream studio location 3.5 years ago. Learn from my experience with these tips on how to do it yourself! (Link in stories and bio)
When I hopped on the phone with this gorgeous mom newborn photo 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 SHE 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’ve had so many studio maternity sessions lately, it’s a gorgeous backdrop option for these colder months!!
As I prep for a 7 week old at the studio… 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 when I photograph them anymore. I’ve actually heard of photographers turning clients away because their babies were “too old.” Is your baby a month old right now? Two months? Email me! We’ll have a great time and get gorgeous photos, no matter how old your baby is for newborn photos. #bostonnewbornphotographer #newbornphotography #bostonfamilyphotographer #familyphotographer #newbornphotographer #motherhood #familyphotography #bostonnewbornphotography #babyphotography #bostonfamilyphotography
Can’t wait to meet this babe today! ❤️❤️
Back after vacation, I’m finally catching up on posting sessions! This one’s from back in September! Embarrassing!! 🤦♀️
Seriously love an all white maternity studio session. Having the studio is perfect bumps during for those cold winter months, with the perk of my client closet rack, which I JUST added 3 new dresses to!
Leaving for Costa Rica (kid free) in 2 weeks, send me all your recommendations!! San Jose, La Fortuna, and Rincon! 😎😎
This little cutie is going to be such a good big brother!!
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I can totally relate to this, even as a professional photographer. I took endless (iPhone and big camera) photos of my little ones, but the only photos I had with them was of me in sweats and dirty hair, and mostly horrible selfies. I actually did TWO newborn photo sessions (hiring other professionals, of course) with each of my kiddos, and they were worth every penny. There’s nothing worse than looking back at photos from these days and 1. hate every photo that you’re in, or 2. not be in any of them!
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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!
