Newborn Sessions
Artistic, timeless newborn photos to capture this monumental occasion.
The fleeting moments of your baby’s first days deserve to be captured before time rushes forward. Newborn photography documents the delicate details—the tiny fingers, sleepy smiles, the way they curl into your arms—so you can relive them for a lifetime. Professional photos provide more than just memories; they create timeless keepsakes that take you back to those early days, even years from now.
Why should you pick CWP?
With 12+ years of experience, you can be sure you’ll receive stunning, high-quality portraits that beautifully capture your little one’s earliest moments. Each newborn session is thoughtfully planned with gorgeous setups, props and a color palette customized to you. Whether you prefer a simple, classic style or a more creative approach, I tailor the session to your preferences. In addition to your baby’s safety and comfort, my goal is for you to enjoy this process. I pride myself in the awesome customer service I provide, and I hope you walk away from your session experience completely satisfied and in love with your portraits.
The Newborn Session Experience
Newborn sessions take place in the first 2-3 weeks after birth, when baby is still very sleepy and flexible. All newborn sessions take place in my carefully curated home studio in Hudson, Ohio. Sessions are typically 2-3 hours and include access to my extensive collection of wraps, props and accessories. I suggest pre-booking your newborn session in your second trimester to ensure a spot on my calendar. Your exact session date will be scheduled after baby is born. Newborn sessions start at $1,100. Please contact me for full pricing details.
Below you’ll find a gallery of classic newborn images that showcase the style that you can expect from a Newborn Session with CWP. Also, make sure to check out my very popular FAIRY TALE COLLECTION — a line of artistically enhanced, imaginative newborn portraits available to all newborn clients.
“You will never have this day with your children again. Tomorrow they will be a little bigger than they are today. This day is a gift. Breathe and notice. Smell and touch them; study their faces and little feet and pay attention. Relish the charms of the present. Enjoy today – it will be over before you know it.”
– Jen Hatmaker
Frequently Asked Questions
When should my newborn session be scheduled?
Newborn sessions are best scheduled by 2-3 weeks of age (assuming baby isn’t premature). Past this age, most babies start to stretch out and do not sleep as soundly, so some poses may not be possible. However, I welcome babies of any age. Please contact me to discuss your options further.
How long will my newborn session last?
Newborn sessions usually last around 2-3 hours, depending on the temperament of your little one and if you’re doing parent/sibling photos with the baby. This allows time for feeding, changing and comforting baby.
How far in advance do I need to book my session?
I encourage clients to book their newborn session in their second trimester to ensure a spot on my calendar, as I only accept 3-5 babies per month. While you can “book” your session at any time, your session date isn’t actually “scheduled” until after baby is born. So there’s no need to worry about when baby decides to arrive.
What should I bring to my newborn session?
The short answer is: just the basics. I have pretty much everything we need. But it’s smart to bring some diapers and wipes, an extra change of clothes for baby and some extra formula/milk, as baby tends to drink more than normal at a session. I’ll send you a prep guide before your session that goes over everything in more detail.
What should we wear for our newborn session Photos?
I will go over this in depth in your Prep Guide, which you will receive after your session is booked. In short, I suggest neutral colors for your family images, greys/creams/whites/pastels. Or if you like things more moody, darker colors are beautiful as well. Just keep things simple — avoid loud patterns and logos.
Corie Walker is a premier Northeast Ohio newborn photographer with a studio based in Hudson, OH. She specializes in newborn portraiture, but also loves to capture expecting moms and those milestone moments of the first year. If you are looking for a sought-after newborn and children’s photographer, make sure to click the Contact button below. I hope you enjoyed the newborn gallery!