Comprehensive Guide to Newborn Photography on Long Island
Welcoming a new baby is one of life’s most precious moments, and capturing those early days with professional photography ensures memories that last a lifetime. Whether you prefer a cozy, styled studio session or a more candid approach, there’s an option that fits your vision for capturing your baby’s earliest days. Little Loves Photography is servicing Suffolk and Nassau County, Long Island, New York, with a studio located in Nesconset, NY.
Newborn Session Options
I offer three unique types of newborn sessions to suit your family’s style and preferences:
- Posed Studio Sessions – Styled sessions in my studio with soft wraps, adorable props, and gentle posing to create timeless portraits of your baby.
- Lifestyle Newborn Sessions – A relaxed, in-home session that captures your family in a natural environment, focusing on genuine connections and everyday moments.
- Fresh 48 Sessions – An intimate session at the hospital within the first 48 hours of birth, preserving the raw and emotional first moments of your baby’s life.
If you are looking for an in-home studio option, head over to my lifestyle section for more info!
Posed Studio Newborn Sessions
All posed newborn sessions take place in my fully equipped studio in Nesconset, NY. I create a warm and soothing environment for your baby. With carefully selected props, blankets, and backdrops, I gently pose your newborn to create beautiful, artistic portraits. The studio is stocked with props, fabrics, hats, headbands, outfits, and almost anything else you can think of!
Session Details and Timing
Sessions typically take 2-3 hours to allow for feeding, soothing, and capturing a variety of setups. I strongly recommend your session happen between 5-14 days old. During this window, they are more likely to stay asleep and cooperate during their poses, they still like to be curled up and don’t mind being posed, and their flaky skin or baby acne has not set in yet. Best scheduled within the first two weeks of birth, these portraits focus on the delicate details and perfect little features of your baby in a classic, polished style.
What is a Setup?
A setup is one background. I will do multiple poses on each background. A background could be a certain color fabric or a prop. I recommend viewing my Instagram, where you will see each set of 3 images (for the most part) is one setup.
Planning Your Session
It's never too soon to book your session! Most people reach out in the beginning of the second trimester. I book according to due dates. Newborn sessions are available Monday through Friday at 9am, which tends to be baby's sleepiest time. Regarding family participation, all packages with the exception of the Mini option include sibling, parent, and family shots.
Comparison of Newborn Photography Services
| Session Type | Location | Focus and Style |
|---|---|---|
| Posed Studio | Nesconset Studio | Classic, polished style using props, wraps, and artistic posing. |
| Lifestyle | In-home | Relaxed and natural environment focusing on genuine family connections. |
| Fresh 48 | Hospital | Raw and emotional first moments within 48 hours of birth. |
Gallery and Final Portraits
Depending on the time of year, my turnaround time is anywhere from 1 -14 days. You will first receive a proofing gallery in which you will have the opportunity to choose your images, as well as purchase additional images. Prints are available for purchase after you receive your final edited gallery. Please note that RAW images are never released. Jenifer of Two Bees Photography also serves as an Oceanside Newborn Photographer, servicing all of Long Island, NYC, and surrounding areas.