Newborn photos are a treasured tradition and a way to always remember those first days with your child. Of course, every parent’s first priority is their baby’s health and safety, so it’s natural to want to know about your newborn’s safety during their photo session.
As an Ames area newborn photographer, I make your baby’s safety my first priority too. There are a few important factors to keep in mind to make sure your newborn portraits are both beautiful and safe.
Specialized Training in Newborn Photography Safety
Posing newborns needs to be done with care in specific ways. There are techniques we use to capture the cutest poses while also keeping your baby’s head and neck protected and preventing any risk of rolling off surfaces.
There are training courses that teach these newborn photography safety techniques. It may surprise you to learn, though, that these courses aren’t a requirement – any photographer can choose to offer newborn portraits regardless of whether they are trained in newborn safety. It’s important to ask your photographer about their training in this area.
Baby-Led Newborn Photography
In addition to my training in newborn safety, another way I protect my precious clients during photo sessions is with baby-led newborn photography. This means that I don’t force your baby into any pose that makes them feel unsettled.
My aim is for your baby to be sleeping or resting comfortably throughout their entire portrait session. While this means that your baby may not allow us to create some of the poses you had hoped for, it does ensure that your baby is safe from start to finish.
Choosing Your Newborn Photographer Wisely
Many families assume that if a photographer is offering newborn photography, they know how to conduct sessions safely. Newborn photographers are well-meaning and will do everything they can to protect your baby, but not all have the knowledge that enables them to do this as well as possible. When you choose your newborn photographer, asking about safety training and baby-led photography can help you make sure your child is in the best hands.
I’m honored to put my training and expertise to use to give you the lovely, safe, custom newborn portraits of your dreams. If you want to learn more or book your newborn photos session, contact my Story City portrait studio today.
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