Fresh Florals & Feminine Frills for Newborn Baby Gwen

I could feel the love for this tiny little one the second Gwen’s family stepped into my studio! Not only did her parents, Caitlin and Geddy, reach out in plenty of time to make sure we had a session full of all the bells and whistles planned for their little girl, but they contributed so many of their creative ideas, too. I had time to plan and prepare for the perfect photo session for this precious little one, and I pulled out all the stops by mixing and matching many of the different colors and textures I have available to create unique, one-of-a-kind milestone photos for this young family.

A BEAMING MOM & DAD

This lovely family expressed their desire to capture family photos with their baby girl that they could treasure for a lifetime, and their love for baby Gwen absolutely beams in every picture. I love the way they coordinated their own outfits to match their favorite colors and the outfits Gwen would be wearing throughout the session. Not only did it make things easier for them, but it ensured they got elegantly coordinated photos at every turn!

Geddy looks great in a button-down lavender dress shirt with a casual rolled-sleeve touch that works just perfectly for a brand-new parent who is round-the-clock busy! It goes without saying that Caitlin is beaming in a cream-colored sleeveless dress as she snuggles her precious baby girl close.

A PRETTY FLORAL WRAP FOR THE TINIEST SNUGGLE BUG

There’s nothing quite like the bond between mom and daughter, and the tranquil look on Caitlin’s face as she tilts her head to snuggle cheek-to-cheek with sweet Gwen is one of pure adoration.

Baby Gwen is snuggly swaddled in a vibrant and super-soft floral wrap with pink and purple peonies for these first images, and mom chose to top that off with a delicate coordinating flower headband for a style that makes her look like the sweetest little flower. (If you want to talk headbands, we can TALK headbands! On top of all the newborn baby accessories you can imagine, the Andrea Sollenberger Studio is packed full of the softest props, blankies, and more to help you create the perfect session for you and your baby.)

PRECIOUS SNUGGLES WITH MOM AND NEWBORN GWEN

It’s always fun to capture a nice, relaxed photo of mom lying back and soaking up some precious cuddle time with her new little one. The smile on Caitlin’s face says it all! She’s surrounded by love, and soon she’ll have these precious moments as photo keepsakes to share with everyone.

The soft, furry backdrop is a perfect match for mom’s dress, and it’s comfortable and snuggly for even the tiniest of babies, too! Gwen looks perfectly content to rest the day away right there in her mom’s arms. The off-white background is also great for showing off bold prints like baby Gwen’s wrap and contrasts like Caitlin’s lovely dark hair.

A KISS FROM DAD FOR A BRAND-NEW BABY GIRL

Daddies know that the most perfect things come in the tiniest packages, and it’s easy to see that tiny Gwen will be showered with love every single day! Geddy pulls Gwen in for the sweetest kiss on the cheek as she peacefully rests in his arms, without a care in the world.

This photo shows off just how perfectly dad coordinated his shirt with baby Gwen’s photo outfits. (Impressive, right?!) Mom and dad decided they wanted Gwen’s infant photos to show off the bright colors in her nursery at home: purples, blues, and pinks—so we worked together to pull in all their favorite girly things like lace and pearls.

SWEETEST LITTLE BUNDLE IN A BASKET

It doesn’t get much more adorable than a brand-new baby swaddled in a basket…unless you add a crocheted bonnet and then surround the basket with flowers. The wide plank flooring adds a modern rustic touch that will look great in so many home décor layouts.

In this photo, baby Gwen is surrounded by deep, rich tones of purple, adding a soothing and regal feel to this little one’s luxurious nest.

ISN’T SHE LOVELY?

A closeup on Gwen’s cherubic face will make anyone fall in love with round baby cheeks and button noses. A chunky knit crocheted bonnet rests on her head, letting just the tiniest bit of hair peek through, and a gauzy chin tie adds a feminine and dreamy touch to this sleepy scene.

BRIGHT-EYED GIRL, ALL ABLOOM

Time to explore the world, little one! Newborns tend to be pretty sleepy during their sessions, so I was thrilled to see tiny Gwen open her gorgeous eyes and look all around! We only switched things up slightly for this picture, opting to switch out the knit hat for a deep purple headband with the tiniest of blooms on it. This quick switch gave us just enough time to catch this pretty picture of Gwen’s beautiful peepers before it was naptime again!

TINY FINGERS, TINY TOES & THE PRETTIEST OF BOWS

Creativity was the name of the game in this next set of photos! To add tons of texture and plenty of the family’s favorite colors, we added in this eye-catching floral wreath. It was big enough to surround little Gwen as she lay snoozing softly, this time in a fuzzy bed of white layered on a woven basket. A light blue headband with a tiny bow tied everything together.

With just her tummy swaddled in white, her tiny hands and feet were free to curl and snuggle—and I was able to get the most beautiful photos of her baby fingers and toes. The littlest ones grow the fastest, and it’s so fun to be able to deliver photos like these to families so they can cherish the teeny-tiny days forever.

TINY SLEEPING BEAUTY WITH FLOWERS & LACE

In a miniature bed covered in lace and surrounded by big blooms of cornflower blue flowers, sweet Gwen kept dreaming away. She’s even wrapped up in lace and wearing a flower crown as she gives us a peek at her perfect newborn face.

One of the fun things about photography is the creativity and the artistry that are involved. I love that, by mixing lace and flowers with the vintage look of worn wooden planks, I can create a unique setting that will fit perfectly into a client’s home.

BABY CHEEKS SO SOFT & SWEET

Keep dreaming, baby Gwen…you’ve got big things to accomplish someday! It’s the sweetest thing when newborns aren’t even bothered by a photo session going on around them, and little Gwen is the perfect example of that. In this photo, her little cheek is adorably smooshed as it rests on her hand, and she’s comfortable in a simple swaddle and a knit headband with a pearl-edged bow.

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It was an absolute delight to capture baby Gwen’s sweet personality in her newborn portrait session! I hope that Caitlin, Geddy, and Gwen will enjoy these photos for years to come and celebrate every growing-up moment together.

In a blink, little ones go from snoozing all day to crawling to toddling…so don’t miss out on all those milestone moments. Please contact me with any questions or to book a newborn photo session at my Gainesville, FL, photography studio. You can follow my Instagram or Facebook for updates, or view my portfolio for examples of my work.