Frequently Asked Questions
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How old does baby have to be in order to do a newborn session?
Ideally for posed sessions, term newborns are photographed between day 5-21 of life. This is when they are still very sleepy and curly from being in the womb. Of course many things can happen so it may not possible to photograph your baby within the first few weeks of life. After this time there may be certain poses that are no longer comfortable for a full-term baby and baby may be more alert for the session. Wrapped, more natural and unposed images, close up/ detail shots and the use of props are incorporated for older babies who are not comfortable with typical "newborn" poses. Simply baby sessions are perfect for babies up to 3 months old. They focus on your baby's unique story and personality. No matter how old your baby is, I will create beautiful images and cherished memories for you to treasure.
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Is there any preparation I need to do before my newborn session?
Having a baby is an exciting time in your life, but can also be a little stressful. Newborns don't sleep for more than a few hours in a row and you may have some discomfort still from your delivery. Your photo session should be a time for you to sit back and relax. You can read a book, have a nap, or use the time while baby is being photographed to do your hair or makeup for family photos.
My only real "prep" is to dress baby in a sleeper or outfit that buttons, snaps or zips up (nothing that goes over baby's head) before the session and that you avoid scheduling any appointments for baby on the same day. I send out a session information pamphlet after you book, so you know what to expect from the session
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What safety measures do you have in place for my baby?
I have always had strict cleaning, sanitation and other protocols in place even before the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Measures I have always had in place are washing, cleaning or sanitizing all props, wraps, that have been out for a session whether or not they were used.
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Items such as delicate tie backs that can not be washed or sprayed with an alcohol based disinfectant are left at least 72 hours between client uses.
My clothing is always new for baby, meaning I change prior to the session so that my shirt and bottoms have not come in contact with any other persons prior to the session.
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My hands are washed prior to me touching baby and cleaned with hand sanitizer and/or soap and water throughout the session. I also keep all my immunizations up to date.
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What makes you an expert in Neonatal Safety?
I have been working with Neonates for the last 17 years as a Registered Nurse, Clinical Nurse Educator or University Educator on both Labor and Delivery and Postpartum units. I was a certified CPR instructor (including infant CPR) up until December 2021, and although I have given up my instructor status and no longer teach courses, I attend a renewal course every year to keep up my knowledge. I also continue to be a certified Neonatal Resuscitation Program Instructor with the Canadian Paediatric Society.
Working so extensively with neonates, I am knowledgeable about infant cues and states, infant sleep patterns, newborn safety and positioning for safety, feeding, and general comfort. I use this knowledge along with my photography training whenever I photograph a newborn.