The Magic of Newborn Love: Creative Photography Session with Teddy & Family

I was over the moon to see this lovely family back in the studio for more professional newborn photos—this time as a family of five with their newest arrival, baby Teddy! Repeat visitors, mom and dad knew the ropes and knew exactly what to expect for their in-studio session, so they came relaxed, prepared, and ready to participate.

This is an absolutely amazing family that I love to work with, so I was thrilled that big brother and big sister would be joining in the fun to make this event a family affair! And with everyone in coordinating outfits, little Teddy was ready to take his place as the star of the show.

The arrival of a newborn fills the air with magic and love, and every detail, from the whisper of their soft breath to the delicate grasp of their tiny fingers, carries a special allure. And it’s that allure I work to capture every single time I work with a family to create a photo collection they will love and treasure.

Tiny Teddy’s session was filled with soft and tender moments, and when it comes to newborn portraits, it’s all about capturing every beautiful moment and memory before your little one starts growing up. And trust me, it doesn’t take long to see those first signs of starting to grow up! That’s why it’s a great idea to schedule your newborn portraits while baby is still at their teeny-tiniest.

TENDER MOMENTS WITH MOM

Precious Teddy is sleepy and serene as he snuggles soundly in his mama’s arms for this pretty photo that shows off mom Jenn’s contagious joy as she cuddles her youngest baby lovingly in her arms. The smallest glimpse of Teddy’s sweet baby eyes gives a sneak peek of the sweetness, laughter, and maybe even a little bit of mischief that’s waiting for more grown-up days.

Snug-as-the-sweetest-little-bug, Teddy is cozy as can be in a white swaddle. By keeping mom and baby dressed in neutrals with a neutral background, they remain the focal points with mom’s glowing skin and sparkling eyes serving as a gorgeous backdrop for little Teddy’s creamy smooth skin and head full of soft hair.

A KISS FROM THE PROUDEST PAPA

There are so many emotions that accompany the birth of a new baby. Whether you’re a first time dad or even if you’ve already got a couple little ones at home, the birth of a baby is always a unique and wonderful experience. It’s easy to see the love written all over this daddy’s face as he leans down to give his brand-new little guy a kiss on the forehead. Don’t worry, Teddy, daddy has you in his protective arms, and it’s pretty clear that he’ll be your protector, playmate, and closest confidante for a very long time.

I love the fact that we were able to get a few eyes-wide-open shots of little Teddy during his photo session! You may not know it, but newborn sessions are notorious for sleepy, sleepy babies and lots of snoozing. Why is this? Because the newer a baby is, the more they sleep! From two weeks to two months of age, babies usually sleep around 15-17 hours per day, which means moments like this one—where we get to see those sweet little peepers—are rare.

ALL THE LOVE FROM BIG BROTHER & BIG SISTER

Creating lasting memories that families can cherish for a lifetime is at the heart of what I do here at the Andrea Sollenberger Studio, and I absolutely love when images like this one come together to show all the emotion that’s in the room. In this portrait, little Teddy’s big brother and big sister dotingly gaze at him with protective glances as they kneel beside him on a soft, furry throw. Baby Teddy is swaddled and tucked safely into a wooden basket and lying atop a coordinating furry pillow.

For Teddy’s photo session, his parents and I worked closely to choose pleasing tonal neutrals with lots of great textures that will look great in any room of their home. Early in the planning stages for their session, I encouraged mom and dad to peruse my website and get ideas they loved so they would be able to convey to me their favorite concepts, as well as ideas they would rather skip. This worked well, because when it was time for the big day, we were ready to roll with all of the ideas the family loved!

And of course, with little ones at the heart of all I do, safety is a primary concern, so everything we selected was soft, comfy, and oh-so-touchable!

A KISS FROM BIG SIS

I love big sis’s pretty floral dress and pink hair bow, too. She coordinates with the color palette while still bringing her very own feminine touches to this baby-brother-and-me portrait to add a bit of uniqueness to the moment.

Poised to give precious Teddy a kiss, this big sister is going to be a protector, best friend, and playmate for life, but for now, she’s happy just to watch over him in awe.

It’s a great idea to bring older siblings to a newborn photo session. They are excited about the new little one who has joined the family, and they want to be part of all the celebrations surrounding his arrival.

Plus, when you bring the bigs along with the littles, it’s a great opportunity to refresh your photo collection to ensure you have new portraits of your older children, too. Especially when baby comes along, it’s easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the day-to-day, so be sure to take advantage of every opportunity you have to get everyone involved and in front of the camera!

PROTECTIVE BIG BROTHER

The proud grin on big brother’s face says it all! Gentle hands hold baby Teddy in this adorable image. These two could be planning a future sleepover or plotting mischievous Saturday mornings together, but that’s a little way down the road. For now, the brothers are happy just being buddies, with big brother holding tiny Teddy in his protective arms until he’s big enough to toddle around and play.

It’s sweet to see the love and care this big brother and big sister are already taking with their new baby brother as they gently watch over him. I’m sure there will be rough and tumble days in their future, but for now, gentle hands and hearts are watching over the newest addition to the family.

PROFESSIONAL NEWBORN PORTRAITS AT THE ANDREA SOLLENBERGER STUDIO

At the Andrea Sollenberger Studio in Gainesville, Florida, your crafted session places an emphasis on the personal touch. Each experience is curated by me to ensure an exclusive experience that’s focused on you, your family, and your professional portrait needs. I’ll listen and work with you to create a studio session that is relaxing and professional—and that delivers exactly what you’re looking for. At the end of your experience, you’ll end up with keepsake portraits that will help you remember your newborn baby and their very first days.

THE SWEETEST LITTLE TEDDY BEAR IN PASTEL BLUE

To add a little pop of baby boy color, we opted to dress Teddy in a pastel blue blanket wrap with a coordinating teddy bear hood (could that be any cuter?!). Resting in a fuzzy nest of off-white, this warm and cozy little one is happy to doze and dream of piles of toys and days filled with playing with his amazing family.

With just his face showing, focus is drawn to his tiny features, which is a great way to draw focus to his adorable little button nose, his little round baby cheeks, and the light flutter of his closed lashes. Attention to detail is key in every one of Teddy’s images, as all these tiny details are exactly the things mom and dad will want to remember as he grows.

PLAYING WITH TEXTURES & PROPS FOR A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE

Teddy’s session was a playground of creativity, with a variety of textures and props adding plenty of one-of-a-kind artistic dimension. The choice of soft blankets, cuddly toys, and gentle fabrics offered a compelling contrast against Teddy’s peachy newborn skin, and combined with strategic lighting and the intrinsic warmth of the studio, each prop brought a new layer to every photo, turning each one into a piece of art. With thoughtful selection and placement, each item ensures a distinct richness and depth throughout the image, placing the main focus right on adorable little Teddy himself.

PEACEFUL MOMENTS & NEWBORN DREAMS

Teddy’s photo session was a visual treat with plenty of pastel blue, fun props, textures, and backgrounds. And as he snoozed through the session, I was able to capture so many adorable poses of him resting in comfy positions, snuggling his own tiny teddy bear, and I even got some close-ups of his perfect little baby cheeks and that just-born squishiness that’s absolute perfection!

TINIEST LITTLE BUNDLE

Teddy’s sleepy dreams were filled with the most amazing moments of grace and innocence, baby coos and gurgles, and plenty of wiggles, stretches, and sweet newborn smells. Every single thing you want to remember when your little one is born, those are the things that are brought into focus at the Andrea Sollenberger Studio. I focus on details like the tiniest of fingernails, the most precious of little wrinkles, and the scrunchiest of dreaming faces so that when you’re looking back years from now, you’ll be able to gaze at your treasured family portraits and see all the little things you loved about your new baby from the moment they came home with you.

It was so wonderful to work with this family again! Their overwhelming excitement at the arrival of newborn Teddy was contagious, and it was such a blessing to work with them and be able to capture it all in a collection of photos they’ll be able to treasure for a lifetime.

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