Lisa Carr, with Belly to Baby Studios, is a newborn photographer in Houston. She recently photographed this baby girl when she was 1 month old.
What age is best to photograph a newborn?
It is recommended that you photographed newborns between 7-12 days old. If you are a new Mom, or have never had your newborn photographed professionally you may be wondering why. This time frame is recommended so that your baby will sleep a bit more and so that they are still flexible since their bones and muscles have not fully developed.
Older Baby Sessions
Babies that are older than this will typically stretch out more and reach out more with their hands during their sessions, and also may not want to be scrunched up or swaddled. We always receive calls after a baby has been born, and Moms are panicked because they did not pre-schedule their baby’s newborn session weeks in advance. We always leave room in our calendars for these last minute sessions.
We also believe that it is very important to have your newborn’s photographed even if they are older than the recommended time frame of 7-12 days old. We know older babies will need to be handled differently and accommodations made for extra feedings during the session. Also we love to capture awake babies during the newborn session, and we allow extra time for these poses as well:
We also love to capture Family Portraits during the newborn session. A professional family portrait can also be used as a holiday card or as a gift for family. And, of course, it is a wonderful way to document your family’s history.
About Belly to Baby Studios
Lisa Carr, of Belly to Baby Studios, is a Houston based full time newborn and family photographer. Call us at 713-461-2862 and we can schedule and discuss your portrait session.
Beautiful Photographic Products for Maternity, Newborn and Family Portraits
Maternity, Newborn and Family Portrait Photographic Products
Belly to Baby Studios is a Houston based full time newborn, baby and family portrait photography studio. Our studio photographs maternity portraits, newborn portraits, baby portraits and family portraits. We help you and guide you all the way from your maternity and newborn Portrait session from concept to Portrait completion.
Planning Sessions
We are a full service photography studio, and offer personalized one on one service to our clients. Planning sessions are extremely important to prepare for your session. During this meeting, we will discuss your vision in regards to your portrait and where you are thinking of displaying your portraits in your home.
Your Portrait Artwork
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We love to create finished artwork for our client’s home. The artwork will appreciate over time and provide years of joy. When you view our Portraits and albums, they will take you back to a moment in time that in the end will slip by so quickly.
We are a boutique and full service photographic studio and offer finished Portraits and Portrait Albums to our clients. We also offer custom framing for your wall portraits.
The artwork you display in your home or office is an investment and must be treated with the utmost care and attention to detail. The studio staff will work with you to personally pre-plan and determine sizing for wall Portraits from the sessions. In addition to photographic products, we also offer custom framing, ready to display your portraits in your home or office.
We will discuss the products that are available as well as the prices. We will also send you home with a welcome kit that has all of the studio information. We look forward to meeting you!
Schedule and discuss your maternity and newborn portrait session. Let’s create your photographic artwork together
Lisa Carr, of Belly to Baby Studios, is a Houston based full time newborn and family photographer. When you view our Portraits and albums, they will take you back to a moment in time that in the end will slip by so quickly. Call us at 713-461-2862 and we can schedule and discuss your newborn portrait session.
Discover why you should schedule a maternity portrait sessiontoday
Maternity portraits are the perfect way to capture the beauty and wonder of pregnancy. Whether you’re expecting your first child or your fifth, maternity portraits are a beautiful way to document this special time in your life.
As your belly grows and you start to feel those first little flutters of life, it’s time to start thinking about scheduling a maternity portrait session! Capturing this special time in your life is an amazing gift that you’ll cherish forever.
Here are a few things to keep in mind when planning your session:
1. The importance of timing: 32-34 weeks is the ideal time
One of the most important things to keep in mind when planning your maternity portrait session is timing. You want to schedule your session early enough that you’re still comfortable, but not so close to your due date that you’re uncomfortable or feeling rushed. The ideal time is around 32-34 weeks. This gives you plenty of time to plan and prepare, but also ensures that you’re still comfortable and have a nice round belly!
2. Dress to impress: Wear something that makes you feel beautiful
When it comes to choosing what to wear for your maternity portrait session, the most important thing is to pick something that makes you feel beautiful. Whether it’s a flowing dress, or a fitted gown, choose something that makes you feel confident and comfortable. You want to look back on these photos and feel good about yourself, so pick something that makes you feel amazing!
You are welcome to bring in your own clothing for your Maternity Portrait session. Just remember our clients always have access to our gown closet for their maternity sessions.
3.Just relax: Enjoy the process and cherish the memories forever!
One of the best pieces of advice for maternity portrait sessions is to just relax and enjoy the process. This is a special time in your life, so savor every moment! Breathe deeply, take in the sights and sounds around you, and just soak it all in. These photos will be cherished memories for years to come, so make sure to enjoy the process!
Maternity portrait sessions are an amazing way to capture the beauty and wonder of pregnancy. This is a special time in your life, so make sure to schedule your session early, wear something that makes you feel amazing, and just relax and enjoy the process! These photos will be cherished memories for years to come, so make sure to savor every moment!
We encourage you to view our online portfolio and to learn more about our maternity portrait sessions and artwork. We are a full service studio, conveniently located in the Galleria area in a commercial office building.
Houston newborn and family portrait photographers can be reached at 713-461-2862 to discuss your session and help you create art for your home and family to enjoy for years to come.
Schedule your maternity, newborn, and family portrait session.
There are many reasons to have a professional family portrait taken. A family portrait is a beautiful way to capture the likenesses of the people you love most in one place. It can be hung in your home as a piece of art, and it can be passed down through the generations.
A professional family portrait can also be used as a holiday card or as a gift for family. And, of course, it is a wonderful way to document your family’s history.
If you are thinking about having a professional family portrait taken, here are a few things to keep in mind:
1. Choose a photographer who you feel comfortable with and who has experience taking family portraits.
2. Talk to the photographer about your vision for the portrait, and be sure to communicate any specific requests you have.
3. Make sure everyone in the family is on board with having their photo taken. It can be helpful to schedule the session around a time when everyone is available and relaxed.
4. Consider the location of the portrait session. A studio setting can be nice for formal portraits, while an outdoor location can add a more natural feel.
5. Be sure to schedule enough time for the session so that everyone feels comfortable and relaxed. This is especially important with young children.
6. Most importantly, have fun! A family portrait is a special way to capture your family’s love and connection. Enjoy the experience and cherish the results for years to come.
A family portrait is a beautiful way to capture your family’s love and connection. By keeping a few things in mind, you can ensure that the experience is enjoyable for everyone involved and that you end up with stunning results that you’ll cherish for years to come.
Think about the last time you had a family portrait taken. Maybe it was for a holiday card, or maybe you just wanted to capture some memories of your loved ones. If you’re like most people, you probably ended up taking the photos yourself with your phone or camera. While these photos may be nice, they likely don’t compare to professional family portraits.
Here’s why professional family portraits are worth the investment:
Quality: Professional photographers have the experience and professional equipment to take high-quality photographs that you’ll cherish for years to come.
Printed Portraits: Most professional photographers will provide you with professional printed portraits. You can choose how to display them on your walls in your home or desktop on an entry table.
Memories: Family portraits are a way to capture memories of your loved ones that you can look back on for years to come.
Priceless: While family portraits may seem like a luxury, they’re actually priceless. That’s because they capture memories of your loved ones that you can’t put a price tag on.
So, if you’re thinking about getting a family portrait taken, be sure to hire a professional photographer. You won’t regret it.
I hope this article was helpful in convincing you to invest in professional family portraits. If you have any questions or would like to book a session, please do not hesitate to contact me.
About Belly to Baby Studios
Lisa Carr, of Belly to Baby Studios, is a Houston based full time newborn and family photographer. Our studio photographs maternity portraits, newborn portraits, baby portraits and family portraits. We help you and guide you all the way from your newborn Portrait session concept to Portrait completion. We love to create finished artwork for our client’s home. The artwork will appreciate over time and provide years of joy. When you view our Portraits and albums, they will take you back to a moment in time that in the end will slip by so quickly. Call us at 713-461-2862 and we can schedule and discuss your newborn portrait session.
Newborn Portraits: Capturing those First Precious Moments
Newborn Portraits
As a parent, you know that the first few weeks with a new baby are both exhausting and amazing all at the same time. You are probably running on very little sleep and trying to adjust to this new normal. In the midst of all of this, it is so important to take a step back and remember to cherish these moments.
You want to remember every detail of your newborn baby. From their tiny fingers and toes to their first smile, you want to capture it all. Newborn portraits are the perfect way to do that.
At Belly to Baby Studios, we specialize in newborn photography. We understand how important these first few weeks are and we work hard to capture all of the precious details.
I will work with you to schedule a session that takes place within the first two weeks after your baby is born. In fact, this is when they are typically at their sleepiest and most content. This is the perfect time to get those sleepy, curled up shots that you will treasure forever.
I have a variety of props and backdrops to use during your session to create beautiful and unique images that you will treasure for a lifetime.
To help you prepare for your session, we have put together a few tips:
• Choose a comfortable outfit for your baby. For example, we recommend something that is easy to put on and take off, like a onesie or sleep sack.
• Make sure your baby has had a full feeding before the session. A sleepy baby is a happy baby!
• Plan to be at the studio for 2-3 hours. This allows plenty of time for feeding and changing breaks.
We can’t wait to meet your new little one! Contact us today to schedule your newborn portrait session.
We encourage you to view our online portfolio and to learn more about our sessions and artwork. We are a full service studio, conveniently located in the Galleria area in a commercial office building. Also, our studio has a private nursing lounge so you can relax and feed your baby between sets.
Houston newborn and family portrait photographers can be reached at 713-461-2862 to discuss your session and help you create art for your home and family to enjoy for years to come.
Book your maternity, newborn, and family portrait session.
