NEWBORN SESSION

WELCOME PAGE

Relaxed newborn photos taken at home in Raleigh featuring parents and baby sitting and playing guitar.

LET’S GET READY FOR your NEWBORN PHOTO SESSION!

This page has everything you need to feel prepared without overthinking it. You’ll find access to my digital styling service to help you pull together outfits that feel like you, a list of my favorite locations (including why your home might be the perfect fit), and guidance for making your newborn session feel easy for the whole family.

This is here to guide you, not overwhelm you. And if you have questions along the way, I’m always just an email away.

I’m excited!

LET’S DIVE IN

WHAT THE HECK SHOULD WE WEAR?

Need help pulling it all together?

My digital styling service lets you see how colors, textures, and patterns work together before you commit. You can use pieces you already own or shop directly from the platform. Code is DDPStyle

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Let your kids be part of the process

If you have older kids, letting them have a say in what they wear makes a huge difference. When they feel comfortable and like themselves, it shows in every photo.

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CHOOSING YOUR SESSION LOCATION

The location of your newborn session is part of your family’s story. While most families choose to stay home in the comfort of the newborn bubble for their photos, others enjoy getting out of the house and into nature.

There’s no right answer here, just what feels right for your family.

Newborn photos captured outside at the North Carolina Museum of Art featuring a baby, mom, and dad.

Why Consider An

Outdoor Newborn Session

While many people think of newborn photo sessions happening at home, outdoor newborn photos can be an incredible option for families in the Raleigh area. With wide-open spaces, soft natural light, and plenty of room for siblings to run, an outdoor session can lead to images that balance peaceful moments with the natural liveliness of your family’s story.

THE CASE FOR OUTDOOR NEWBORN SESSIONS

Photo of a smiling newborn baby laying in mother's lap during a baby-led photo session captured at home.

Why Home Might

Be The Perfect Fit

Your home is where your life actually happens. It’s familiar, comfortable, and full of the little details that matter.

For many families, especially those with younger or more sensitive kids, staying at home can make the entire experience feel easier and more relaxed.

LEARN MORE ABOUT AT-HOME SESSIONS

WANT TO INVIT GRANDPARENTS?

Grandparents join photos with newborn grandchild during a photo session at home in Raleigh, NC.

Including grandparents in your newborn session adds so much depth and meaning to your photos. These are the first moments of new life surrounded by generations of love, connection, and legacy. Capturing your baby with grandparents preserves not just memories, but the beautiful story of where a family begins.