Newborn Prepping- Part 3

How do you achieve those precious sleeping baby poses that everyone loves? Following the newborn prep guide that your photographer gives you is essential. If you don't understand something that your photographer is asking you to do, please talk with them. It is our goal to make your experience as enjoyable as possible while giving you memories that you can cherish for a lifetime. In the following weeks, I will be going over some of the things that I have in my prep guide and why it is important, as well as tricks and tips to help us create a magical image together.

Get Baby's Tummy Full

Do you remember how you felt after you stuffed yourself with all of those Christmas goodies last week- the warm cozy feeling that just lulls you to sleep? With babies, we refer to it as being "milk drunk". I recommend feeding baby 2 hours before the session and then again after the bath to top him/her off. If you have a long trip to the studio, then you may want to feed your baby after you arrive for your session.

TIPS FOR KEEPING BABY AWAKE BEFORE THE SESSION

- Talk to your baby- sing songs (not lullabies)

- Change baby's diaper

- Tickle baby's feet

- Apply a cool wash cloth to baby's feet or back

- Hand baby to Dad or a grandparent to help keep baby occupied if you are beginning to feel stressed.

- Give baby a bath.

- Apply lotion to baby's skin

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