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I have been a newborn photographer for six years now, and a newborn nurse for 9 years before that. I know a LOT about newborns. In fact, I like to tell potential clients that I “speak” newborn. Because of that, I have a lot of tips that I’ve gained throughout my years of working with […]

4 Easy Tips for Photographing Newborns

March 21, 2023

Newborn

tips for photographing newborns with wide eye baby boy

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When it comes to planning your maternity photo shoot, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is what to wear. After all, your outfit will be a key part of the final photographs, so it’s important to choose something that makes you feel comfortable, confident, and beautiful. What To Wear: Show Off The Bump […]

Maternity Photo Shoot Outfit Ideas: What to Wear for Your Session

March 14, 2023

Maternity

young child's leg visible, son being held by pregnant mom

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To be fully transparent, my Word of the Year *started* out as friendship…and just this morning it morphed into CONNECTIONS. I’m on the verge of tears again as I type this because it’s just amazing how pouring into people and truly connecting reaps such benefits, over and over, to everyone involved. This blog post virtually […]

Word of the Year | Connections

March 7, 2023

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Family photos that show connections

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Hiring a newborn photographer is a great way to capture the priceless (and oh so fleeting!) memories of your new baby and the whole family together. I’m dating myself here but newborn photography was only just starting to be a thing when my babies were newly born so I kind of missed out on this […]

7 Reasons to Hire a Newborn Photographer

March 3, 2023

Newborn

newborn smiles caught by newborn photographer

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A wonderful mentor and new friend recently closed her photography studio and gave me first pick of her props and outfits (and backdrops and headbands and…it was a wonderful haul). It was a huge honor that she thought of me first because she is someone I’ve really looked up to throughout this photography journey of […]

Props and Outfits

February 9, 2023

sitter

brown lattice knit overalls

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Candid newborn photos are such a precious thing to have. As a postpartum nurse, Sara knows firsthand the joy and exhaustion that comes with bringing a new baby into the world. So when she and her husband Brendan welcomed their son, Rory, late last year, they knew they wanted to document this special time in […]

Candid Newborn Photos | Baltimore

January 31, 2023

Newborn

sweet nursery details, Candid newborn photos

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Ever considered newborn photos with a nurse? If you work with Liz Viernes Photography, that’s what you’ll get! A newborn photo session in my basement studio in Burtonsville, MD, is always a special and memorable experience for the parents and families who come to me. It is my passion and joy to capture the beauty […]

Newborn Photos With a Nurse

January 31, 2023

Newborn

dad's strong hands, baby's fragile head, Newborn photos with a nurse

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As a photographer, I always love the opportunity to capture the special bond between loved ones. That’s why I was so excited when Nadine decided to use the Savage Mill Studio for her family’s photo session. I don’t advertise that I do family photography but I’m always happy to do a family session for repeat […]

Sunny Savage Mill Studio

January 24, 2023

portraits

siblings in front of big windows at Savage Mill Studio

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As a lifestyle newborn photographer, I am always excited to capture the sweet and special moments of a young family welcoming its newest addition for baby’s first photoshoot! When I arrived at Leya’s family’s large, light-filled home in Glenwood, Maryland, I was greeted by her adorable two year old brother and the family dog, Lulu. […]

Baby’s First Photoshoot

January 17, 2023

Newborn

family gathers in nursery for baby's first photoshoot

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Welcome to my blog about Elanor’s documentary newborn photography session with her parents, Adam and Rachel, and their dog! As a professional photographer, I always love the opportunity to capture special moments for families, and there’s nothing quite as special as a new baby. However, shooting in-home newborn sessions can present their own set of […]

Beautiful Documentary Newborn Photography

January 10, 2023

Newborn

backlit documentary newborn photography photos in front of window