Becoming a parent is a whirlwind of joy, anticipation, and let’s be real—Google searches at 2 a.m. One of the biggest questions I hear from expecting parents is: “When should I book a newborn photographer?” If you’re in Metro Detroit, the answer might surprise you!
Timing Is Everything
The best time to book your newborn session is during your second trimester. That sweet spot around 16–24 weeks is ideal for locking in your date—before baby brain kicks in and your calendar fills up with doctor’s appointments and nursery prep.
Wondering when to book a newborn photographer in Metro Detroit? Booking during your second trimester ensures you’re working with someone whose style you love, with the experience and availability to make the process effortless.
Why Does Session Timing Matter?
Newborn photos are typically taken within the first 5–14 days after birth. That’s when babies are still sleepy, curly, and snuggly—perfect for those cozy, womb-like poses you see in my gallery. By booking early, I can pencil in your due date and flex the schedule once baby arrives.
If your little one is already here (congrats!) and you didn’t get a chance to plan ahead—don’t worry. I offer “older newborn” sessions up to 6 weeks old, with a more natural, baby-led approach that still captures all that sweetness.
Make It Easy on Yourself
Planning ahead means one less thing to stress about during those wild newborn days. I’ll guide you through every step—from session prep to what baby should wear—so you can just show up, sip some tea, and relax while I work the magic.
Still unsure when to book a newborn photographer in Metro Detroit? Let’s chat. I’d love to help you preserve this fleeting, beautiful chapter of your story.
With a name like Lorelai and a family full of cousins and Aunts that love the show Gilmore Girls, I couldn’t resist doing a themed photo to honor it.
Her Great-Grandma knitted this blanket for her before she was born. It’s a favorite and I always see her sleeping wrapped up in it. So we wanted GG to have a keepsake of her gorgeous hard work!
Two special photos for her parents.
Mom is a Dunkin fan (and has gotten my own daughter hooked as well. Dad is a gamer, so I spent about a week and a half wool felting the PS5 remote, headset and slice of pizza to create a look that will go perfectly in his gaming room.
Two more special images. My brother in law (her grandpa) has adopted some of the neighborhood squirrels and loves to feed them. I couldn’t resist creating this adorable little squirrel friend for him. The image on the right is Mom and Grandma’s hands. It’s so weird to call my sister a Grandma!
My neice is the co-owner of Sugarcoat Nail Loft in Rochester Hills. So I absolutely had to create an image for the salon. I made those little nailpolish bottles as well. So much wool felting, I stabbed myself so much.