Aydee's Newborn Photography Session 💕

Have you ever wondered why newborn photography is so expensive? Aydee's Newborn Photography Session was just so precious and near and dear to my heart.

Every parent wants to have high-quality, professional photos of their newborn, but sometimes the cost can be a little daunting. I’ve often had people ask me why I charge the prices I do for my photography. After all, everyone has a decent camera on their phones these days. How hard is it to snap a few photos?

Hiring a professional photographer is an investment. You’re paying for so much more than “a few photos.” You’re paying for years of education, experience and their unique talent and expertise. You wouldn’t pay just anyone to cut and style your hair or to fix your car, would you? You want someone who is knowledgeable and who can get the job done correctly and done well.

The same goes for photographers. While you want an experienced professional for any kind of photos you need, it’s especially important with newborn photography. Posed newborn photography requires training and knowledge on how to pose an infant safely. That’s not something you want to trust to an amateur! The wrong pose or a lack of care can actually hurt your child or even cause long-lasting damage, but a photographer certified in newborn posing can create adorable images while keeping your baby’s safety as their number one priority.

You’ve likely heard the phrase, “You get what you pay for.” If you opt for a “cheap” newborn photographer or a family friend who is just starting out, you likely won’t get the images you want. However, when you invest in a professional newborn photographer, you get so much for your money, including:

• A professional studio space, accessories and props
• Lighting expertise
• Years of experience and knowledge
• Safe, adorable poses
• Professional, high-quality editing of your images
• Quality wall art, albums and other prints and products

And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. A professional newborn photographer has likely gone through years of training, purchased expensive professional equipment and become certified in how to safely pose newborns. They have invested time and money in their business in order to provide you with a high-quality service and products. Running a successful, professional photography business costs a significant amount of money and is a full-time job for most photographers. And as a client and a parent, you want to work with someone who is focused on meeting your needs and creating images you will be thrilled to share with your friends and family.

A professional photographer is a storyteller. They capture the story of your family’s growth and love in a way you can visually see, freezing a moment in time and creating memories that your whole family will cherish.

While newborn photography session fees and collections may seem expensive, they are an investment that will increase in value as the years go by. As your child grows into a toddler and a teenager and even an adult, you will have their newborn images—and hopefully other photos as well—to look back on to remind you where this unique and special journey began. That’s something you simply cannot put a price on.

I love looking at my beautiful portraits of my newborn baby boy every day when I come in the house. Having his newborn photos on display just brings back all those sweet memories. I can still smell his sweet head, feel his soft fine hair, hear his little coos & giggles. That’s why newborn photography is so incredibly important—it allows you to capture and hold on to a moment that is incredibly fleeting.

Establish your family’s history and legacy

We all like to know where we came from. Have you ever looked through an old family album and tried to determine which relatives you look most like? Chances are your future children and grandchildren will want to do the same! While it may not seem like a big deal right now, it’s important to capture your life as you live it for future generations to look back on. Your family tree is more than a list of names—it’s features and personalities, what makes each of you unique, and that’s worth holding onto.

Avoid the pain of regret

I’ve never heard anyone say, “I wish I didn’t have these photos,” but I’ve heard tons of parents say, “I wish I’d taken more photos.” We never regret capturing memories. What we regret is the memories we let pass without trying to hang onto them.

Our memories fade with time, and the power of photography is it allows us to freeze the little moments that are so special to us and look back on them for years to come. Photos serve as a reminder of the life we’ve lived and the love we’ve shared. While you may regret skipping out on newborn photos, I promise you’ll never regret having those images.

Start a new tradition

Even if you don’t regularly take family photos or capture images of your kids, it’s never too late to start! Newborn photos are a great way to commit to taking regular photos of your children and capturing their growth. It can be so fun to look back and see how your child has changed over the years, from their newborn photos to their first birthday and beyond. Photographic Memories

Create family keepsakes

Albums and wall art can become family heirlooms that you pass down to your kids when they’re all grown up. These products can stay in your family for generations and become important memories of your family’s history. That’s why we always recommend that parents purchase print products and albums in addition to digital images. High-quality products last for decades!

Everyone wants to see your new baby

Grandparents, friends, relatives—chances are everyone is clamoring to see photos of the new addition to your family. A newborn session is the perfect opportunity to get high-quality, professional images that you can share with your loved ones no matter where they are, whether in prints or products or even in digital images. Why not give the people what they want? And what parent doesn’t want to show off their child?

Contact me today for more information about scheduling your next photo session with Tisha Landrum Photography!