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Posing Inspiration for a Family Photoshoot with 3 under 3!
Are you a family photographer searching for posing inspiration for a family photoshoot with three toddlers?? Well, you can actually virtually shadow me at the entire session below! You can hear exactly what I say to my clients to achieve each pose. You can learn my session workflow and how I structure my family photoshoots. You can hear how I talk to toddlers who are skeptical and not sure about being in family photos. You can hear how to talk to my clients and how I control the session in a way to make sure every member of the family feels comfortable enough to be their authentic self.
Inside of Mastering Authentic Connection, the Complete Posing Course For Family Photographers, you will learn TONS of prompts and poses, prompts and poses for families with babies and toddlers, prompts and poses for families with older kids, prompts and poses for extended families, and how to tailor your prompts and poses to each family’s unique personality. You will learn how to create an amazing client experience through posing. You will learn how to prepare both you AND your clients for the session ahead of time in order to help them be prepared for the natural, authentic, fun candid style of photography. You will learn how to overcome potential challenges such as working with families with special needs and working with grumpy dads and teens. AND you get to shadow me at 4 full family sessions behind the scenes.
You can learn more about my posing course for family photographers by clicking here. I would love to see you inside!!
Shadow Me at a Family Session with 3 under 3!
Hey Family Photographers! I am so excited, because you can actually virtually shadow me behind the scenes at this entire family session! You can hear what I say to my clients to achieve each pose and how I make everyone feel comfortable enough to be their authentic self. I would love to invite you to shadow me at the session below and also 4 other full family sessions behind the scenes. Just click here to get all of the details on my behind the scenes videos!
If you have ever struggled with drawing a blank at a family session and not knowing what pose to do next. If you tend to stick to the same boring poses at every family session, and you need to learn how to tailor your prompts and poses to each family to truly make your sessions authentic. If you struggle with getting toddler to cooperate. If you struggle with knowing how to get grumpy dads to actually have fun. Shadowing me behind the scenes is your ticket to elevate your posing, your client experience, and your confidence behind the camera! Click here to learn more and get TONS of prompts and posing inspiration for your family photoshoots!!
Check out this sweet family video below from a family photo session. I love creating these sweet highlight videos for my family along with their photo gallery!
Family Session Posing - Highlight Video
Hey Photographers! We filmed the the behind the scenes from this family session for my new family posing course - coming next week!!
Check out out the highlight video that I filmed for this family below. I love including video as well as photos for all of my family and newborn photoshoot clients! You can see all of the photos from this family session here: https://michellepoteet.com/blog-1/pose-ideas-for-family-photos
If you’re looking for posing inspiration for your own family sessions. If you want to learn how to create a FUN atmosphere and capture genuine, authentic moments and a variety of poses and candid moments, you’re going to LOVE this family and motherhood session posing course! You can get on the waitlist here: https://michellepoteet.com/posing-waitlist
This session was with a sweet family of five with twin 3 year olds and a 6 month old baby as well as mom and dad. We had so much fun playing and creating authentic and genuine family moments. Check out the sweet highlight video below.
Pose Ideas for Family Photos
Family and Motherhood Photographers! Are you wanting to learn more about how to pose families with toddlers and babies? Do you constantly find yourself looking for posing ideas for family photos? Do you struggle with session flow for your family sessions or do you draw a blank?
Do you want to create a fun environment and encourage authentic love and connection between parents and children? Do you want to learn how to take control of the situation when toddlers are involved and meltdowns are a given?
You’re going to LOVE my new family posing course - releasing next week!! As part of the course - I’ve filmed four different FULL family sessions behind the scenes. Including the session below of the Kase Family! (P.S. Stephanie Kase is an amazing resource for learning business and marketing! It was such an honor to photograph her sweet family)
Check out the photos from the session below to gain some inspiration for poses with toddlers and babies! BUT the most helpful thing is learning what to SAY to families (especially the kids) to achieve these poses. PLEASE don’t be one of those photographers that shows families a picture on your phone to try to get them to recreate it. It never works out as well as knowing how to create authentic emotions and sweet moments. (Plus it just makes you look unprofessional)
Join my posing course wait list here: https://michellepoteet.com/posing-waitlist
And check out the sweet highlight video that we created during this session as well here: https://youtu.be/vwXrQycXe7E?si=B8bKDq-I5FTwYKIw
Casual Family Mini Session Photos in Greenville, SC
Are you looking for a casual family mini session in Greenville, SC? Well, you’re in the right place, friend! I’m the Greenville, South Carolina family photographer that you’ve been looking for! I can’t wait to get LOTS of amazing, beautiful photos of your sweet family in a short period time. My Greenville, family mini sessions are a quick and stress-free experience. Not only that, but they are FUN for the whole family.
Think your family is awkward in front of the camera? Have no idea what to do or how to pose for your family photos? PERFECT! Seriously, no big deal at all. And honestly, almost ALL of my families tell me that. It’s not your job to come up with poses and figure out how to look good on camera. It’s MY job as your photographer to give you poses and prompts, to make you feel comfortable in front of my camera, to create genuine connection, to capture authentic family moments, to make you look and feel beautiful.
Sound like what you’re looking for in your Greenville family photos? Check out my spring mini sessions here: https://michellepoteet.com/spring-mini-sessions-greenville
If you’re interested in a full family session, you can see all of the information here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
If you’re interested in newborn and maternity photos, you can see all of the information here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
Check out a few of my favorite photos from this family sunrise mini session below!
When you’re ready to book your own family photos, you can do that here: https://michellepoteet.com/book-now
Casual Couples Photos in Greenville, SC
Are you looking for a couples mini session photographer here in Greenville, SC? You’re in the right place! I would absolutely LOVE to be your couples, engagement session, or anniversary session photographer. You can never have too many photos with your favorite person in the world! That’s why I think you should always take the opportunity to take more photos with your boyfriend or girlfriend, your husband or wife, or your partner.
I loved this casual sunrise couples mini session. Couples sessions can always be as fancy or as casual as you want! I want you to feel like YOU in your couples photos.
In case you didn’t know, I spent 7 years as a wedding photographer before transitioning to becoming a family and newborn photographer in Greenville, SC. I always love going back to my roots and photographing couples. I especially love when couples book my seasonal mini sessions in Greenville, SC. Are you looking for spring mini photos in Greenville, South Carolina? I have so many date and location options to choose from this year! You can see all of the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/spring-mini-sessions-greenville
I provide outfits for the ladies as well as an outfit guide to help style your partner! When you’re ready to book your Greenville couples photo session, click here: https://michellepoteet.com/book-now
If you’re interested in a full session, you can see all of the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
Or if you’re looking for a newborn and/or maternity photographer, you can see all of the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
Greenville, SC Extended Family Photo Photographer
Are you looking for a photographer in Greenville, SC who offers extended family photo sessions? You’re in the right place! I offer extended family photos AND videos. I also offer complimentary dresses for all of the ladies and any babies as part of my extended family photo packages.
Here’s what an extended family photo session looks like. First we start with the large group photos of the entire family. Then we will take photos of the grandparents with the grandkids and then all of the grandkids together. We will take photos of all of the individual families. Kind of like each family having a little mini family session in addition to the large group extended family photos. I’ll also take individual photos of each of the kids and photos of all of the couples including the grandparents and all of the moms and dads.
And of course, I leave time for any special requests. A lot of families like to just get all of the siblings together or let the kids take a silly photo. Anything you want, we will make it happen!
My extended family photo sessions are NOT stiff and boring! They are FUN and full of connection, love and joy! My goal is to show off your personalities and make sure that EVERYONE has fun during our session. It will be a fun family experience and memory that you can all look back on with joy.
I can’t wait to have your extended family in front of my camera. If this sounds like what you’re looking for, you can see all of the info on my extended family photo sessions here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
Our Family Vacation Photos in Hollywood, Florida
I truly practice what I preach and never miss an opportunity to get more family photos of the four of us! Especially while my babies are so little and changing so much, I feel the need to take family photos as often as possible. I want to document this sweet season of life as much as possible. Both for me and my husband to remember this time AND for our kids to have these photos when they’re older.
Last week, we took a family vacation with all of Mark’s siblings and the spouses and kids. It was SO much fun. It was both of our girls’ first flights as well as little Rosalie’s first time at the beach. Hollywood, Florida is a cool beach town! I would definitely recommend it for an easy and fun family vacation. We rented a huge airbnb that we all stayed in. It was walking distance from the beach. And the beach was full of bars and restaurants. I love how walkable everything was! Our kids has so much fun playing in the pool, going to the beach, building sandcastles, and playing with family.
We also took some big extended family photos of all of us while we were there at sunrise one morning. I set up my tripod with a remote for some big group photos. And I took photos of each of the individual families. And I handed my camera to my sister-in-law to take these photos of my own little family.
Enjoy some of our own little family photos!
If you’re a local Greenville, SC mama and you want your own family photos, you can see all of the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
Or you can see all of the information about maternity and newborn photos in Greenville, SC here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
Greenville, SC Couples Mini Session
Are you looking for a couples mini session photographer in Greenville, SC? The photos below are a great example of what you can expect to receive from a mini couples session! These photos were all taken in a span of about 5-10 minutes as part of a larger extended family photo session.
We can create so much variety in such a short period of time! That’s why I always love when dating, married, or engaged couples book my mini sessions! I have lots of mini sessions options to choose from this spring! If you’re looking for spring couples photos in Greenville, SC, I would love to see you at one of my spring mini sessions!
I provide dresses for the ladies as well! And I provide an outfit guide to help you style your significant other!
If you’re interested in my full sessions, you can see all of the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
Or if you’re interested in my newborn sessions, you can see all of the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
If you’re looking for timeless, authentic, romantic couples photos in Greenville, Sc, I’m the photographer for you! Let’s work together! You can book with me here: https://michellepoteet.com/book-now
Spring Family Photos in Greenville, SC
Hey mama! Are you looking for spring family photos in Greenville, SC? I’ve got you covered! I offer both full family sessions AND spring family mini sessions. I would LOVE to be your family photographer this spring in Greenville, South Carolina!
We can get soooo much variety in such a short period of time. The example session below was from just a short 10-15 minute mini session. And not only did we create an amazing and beautiful gallery full of over 100 sweet and FUN family photos, we also created a beautiful 90 second highlight video to go along with it. You can check out the video from their session here: https://michellepoteet.com/blog-1/greenville-spring-family-mini-session-videos
I have spring family mini sessions coming up if a mini session is what you’re looking for when it comes to your spring family photos this year in Greenville, SC! I have so many dates and locations to choose from this year since last year, my spring mini sessions sold out so fast! You can see all of my Greenville Spring mini session dates and locations here: https://michellepoteet.com/spring-mini-sessions-greenville
If you would prefer a full session for your family photos this spring, you can see all of the details on my family photo and video sessions here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
Or if you’re looking for newborn photographers in Greenville, SC, you can see al of the information on my newborn photos and my maternity and newborn package deals here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
Check out the photos from this family mini session below!
Winter Family and Maternity Photos in Greenville, SC
One of the things I love about living in Greenville, SC is that there are so many amazing and beautiful locations for family and maternity photos even in the winter and even outdoors! You can actually see all of my favorite locations for outdoor and studio family and newborn photos in the Greenville, SC area by downloading my Greenville location guide here: https://michellepoteet.com/greenville-location-guide
ALSO, did you know that I provide dresses for all of my mamas that I photograph? Whether it’s a maternity photo session, family photo session, or newborn photo session, I want you to feel confident and beautiful! My dresses are all from high end brands. This one that the mama from this session is wearing is from one of my favorite brands, Worth Collective. You can see all of my dress options for mamas here: https://michellepoteet.com/outfit-guide-download
It’s TOTALLY possible to achieve both amazing photos AND videos of your family this spring EVEN if you only want a mini session with your family! If you’re interested in a family mini session this spring, you can see all the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/spring-mini-sessions-greenville
If you’re looking for Travelers Rest, SC family photographers or Greer, South Carolina newborn photographers, or Simpsonville, SC spring mini sessions, or Greenville, SC newborn photographers? I got you, mama! I would absolutely LOVE to have your sweet family or your baby in front of my camera! You can see all of the information on my Greenville family photo sessions here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
And you can see all of the information on my newborn photo and video sessions (and my package deals for maternity and newborn photos) here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
Check out a few of my favorite photos from this sweet family mini session below!
Hey, mama! I’m Michelle! I’m a Greenville, South Carolina newborn and family photographer and videographer. I create timeless and authentic family and newborn photos and videos. My photo and video sessions are tailored to YOUR specific family. There’s no standard, stiff poses over here. I get to know your family and tailor my prompts to your personalities in order to create authentic moments and capture your true selves, your true love, and your real connections. Sound like what you’re looking for? Book a session with me here: https://michellepoteet.com/book-now
Greenville Spring Family Mini Session Videos
Have you ever wondered what a highlight video from a Greenville, SC family mini session looks like? This video is a great example of what we can achieve in just a short mini session! We captured a full gallery of of 100 photos with TONS of variety for this sweet family PLUS this 90 second highlight video in only around 10-15 minutes of taking photos and videos.
It’s TOTALLY possible to achieve both amazing photos AND videos of your family this spring EVEN if you only want a mini session with your family! If you’re interested in a family mini session this spring, you can see all the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/spring-mini-sessions-greenville
If you’re looking for a Travelers Rest, SC family photographer or a Greer, South Carolina newborn photographer, or a Simpsonville, SC spring mini session, I got you, mama! I would absolutely LOVE to have your sweet family or your baby in front of my camera! You can see all of the information on my Greenville family photo sessions here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
And you can see all of the information on my newborn photo and video sessions here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
Check out this sweet family mini session highlight video below!
Hey, mama! I’m Michelle! I’m a Greenville, South Carolina newborn and family photographer and videographer. I create timeless and authentic family and newborn photos and videos. My photo and video sessions are tailored to YOUR specific family. There’s no standard, stiff poses over here. I get to know your family and tailor my prompts to your personalities in order to create authentic moments and capture your true selves, your true love, and your real connections. Sound like what you’re looking for? Book a session with me here: https://michellepoteet.com/book-now
Golden Hour Winter Family Photos in Greenville, SC
Did you known you can have beautiful golden hour family photos and videos here in Greenville, SC in the winter? Actually, the winter is one of the best times of the year for golden hour or sunset photos and videos in upstate south carolina if you have toddlers and babies. In general, I don’t love the early sunsets, BUT as a Greenville Sc family and newborn photographer, I love that the earlier sunsets mean that we can achieve beautiful family photos at golden hour without cranky babies and toddlers. These photos were taken at 4:30pm. A perfect time of day for babies and toddlers. I always want to make sure your kiddos are as happy as possible. I’m not the type of photographer to tell you that you have to keep your 2 year old up until 9pm. I am a firm believer that happy babies and toddlers are more important than beautiful lighting BUT if I can have happy kids AND amazing light, then of course I will take it!
The sweet Benner families also hired me to take videos for them along with their family photos. You can see their full highlight video here: https://michellepoteet.com/blog-1/greenville-sc-golden-hour-family-video
You can see their teaser trailer family video here: https://youtube.com/shorts/MzPy0wBA36o?si=LS-8-dc9LM91oQE3
If you’re interested in your own family session photos and videos, you can see all of the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
Or if you’re looking for a maternity and newborn photographer, you can see all of the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
I also offer a client closet FULL of dresses for mamas for maternity, newborn, and family photos. And I offer outfits, swaddles and props for babies for newborn or milstone photos. If you’re looking for a maternity, newborn, or family photographers in Greenville with a client closet that supplies dresses for moms, you can see my full client closet here: https://mpp.myflodesk.com/tqmjpent7c
Paris Mountain Maternity Photos in the Winter
What do you do when it’s the middle of winter, January in Greenville, South Carolina but you’re in your third trimester of pregnancy and you need to take maternity photos before you start getting too unformortable to be able to take those beautiful maternity photos you’ve been dreaming of? The secret to beautiful winter maternity photos is hiring a local Greenville, Sc maternity photographer who is super familiar with all the best spots in Greenville and knows what they look like in ALL seasons. Did you know that as a Greenville, SC maternity family and newborn photographer, I send all of my clients a full location guide filled with examples of what all of my favorite locations look like in every season? After viewing my full pricing guide, these two decided on Paris Mountain for their winter family maternity photos.
I love to continually scout and find new favorite locations in the Upstate South Carolina area. But Paris Mountain is one of my favorite Greenville locations in every season. It’s beautiful in the winter, spring, summer, and fall. I am so excited that this sweet new mom and dad trusted me with both their maternity and newborn photos. Did you know that I offer maternity and newborn package deals? AND I offer both photos and videos.
Are you looking for Greenville, SC maternity and newborn photographer? You can see all of the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
OR if you’re searching for Greenville family photographer, you can see all of the information on my photo and video family sessions here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
Downtown Greenville, SC Waterfall Family Photos
It was such an honor to be asked to capture Realtor, Bob Tompkins family photos! We took these in the middle of winter here in Greenville, SC. It was the middle of January, but we were aiming for a location that was still beautiful, green, and lush. After viewing my location guide, this sweet family of four opted for downtown Greenville, SC Waterfall Family Photos!
After many days of freezing temperatures, it was finally over 50 degrees here in Greenville, South Carolina on the day of our Greenville family photo session! Because of that, it was also a crowded and loud day downtown! I decided to take this sweet family away from the crowds, so the toddlers wouldn’t get too distracted. We walked down past the Liberty Bridge and past the beautiful falls of the Reedy River waterfall, down to this little hidden gem waterfall. This is one of my favorite spots for photos in Greenville, SC. The downtown area is so beautiful! The perfect family photo location for any Greenville, SC city lover. I love the stunning little stone staircase, the stone paths, the little wood and stone bridges, and of course the tiny waterfall. The waterfall was half frozen on the day of our session! Even though it had warmed up! And there was still a little bit of ice on the waterfall. It was so stunning, beautiful, and perfect!
Are you looking for a Greenville, SC or Upstate South Carolina family photographers? I would absolutely LOVE to be your family photographer! You can see all of the information on my Greenville family photo sessions here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
Or if you’re looking for Greenville, SC newborn photographers, you can see all of the information on my newborn sessions here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
Greenville Family Mini Session Highlight Video
It is such an honor to be Greenville, South Carolina’s first and currently only family and newborn photographer AND videographer. Did you know that when you hire a family or newborn photographer you can not only come away with beautiful photos but ALSO have multiple beautiful highlight videos like the one below? Fun Fact: I’ve never NOT has a mother tell me she cried when watching her family or newborn video. And Jenny was no different. And it meant even more coming from a fellow photographer. It’s always SUCH an honor when fellow photographers trust me to capture their family, maternity, or newborn photos and videos.
It was so sweet to capture beautiful maternity bump photos and videos in addition to those sentimental family memories.
Do you need family or maternity photos and/or videos? Click here to learn all about my family photo and video session: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
OR, did you know that I offer maternity and newborn package deals? You can see all of the info for those here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
I would LOVE to be your Greenville, South Carolina family, maternity, and newborn photographer!
Greenville, SC Golden Hour Family Video
View a family session highlight video from a Greenville, south Carolina golden hour family photo session!
Hey, Mama! TRUST ME when I tell you, a family session highlight video is the sweet, sentimental family heirloom that you never knew you needed. Fun fact, I’ve never NOT had a mama tell me that she cried happy tears when she watched her family session video! This sweet video was of one of my most loyal clients. This was my 6th session with them! I’ve had the honor of having them in front of my camera since their oldest was a baby. Most recently, I photographed their youngest’s newborn photos. It’s such an honor to be trusted with a family’s memories over the years. And even more so to be invited into their home and to see all of their photos hanging up on their walls!
Here’s what Amanda said about working with me:
“Stunning and beautifully crafted memories. Michelle captures the essence of the moment of life you’re in. We’ve used her multiple times for family photos, first birthday, maternity and a newborn photoshoot and each one captures that memory and moment perfectly. Shes kind, has incredible patience when working with a toddler or baby and beyond talented. We keep going back to have her help us capture our memories and we couldn’t be more thankful. She started doing video with her shoots and I literally sobbed when I saw our video. She was able to capture my 4 mo and toddler in such sweet and pure moments. I am just so thankful. Just book with her- you’ll be so happy you did.”
And that review made ME cry happy tears! Check out their family session highlight video below!
And if you need your own family photos and videos in Greenville, South Carolina, you can see all the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/family-pricing-download
Or if you’re looking for a Greenville, SC newborn photographer and videographer, you can find all of the info here: https://michellepoteet.com/newborn-pricing-1
Lifestyle Newborn Photography Greenville SC: Capturing Sweet Memories at Home
Lifestyle Newborn Photography Greenville SC: Capturing Sweet Memories at Home
There is something magical about the first few weeks of life with a newborn. The quiet moments, the snuggles, and the undeniable feeling of love fill your home in a way that deserves to be cherished forever. That’s why lifestyle newborn photography is so special. It allows us to preserve these fleeting moments in a relaxed and natural way, showcasing the love and connection that makes your family unique.
In this blog post, I’m excited to share highlights from a recent in-home lifestyle newborn session in Greenville, South Carolina. This sweet family welcomed me into their beautifully decorated home to capture their precious baby girl, Diana, just two weeks old. With her doting big brother Maverick and the family’s lovable dog joining in the fun, it was a session filled with heartwarming moments and tender memories.
What Makes Lifestyle Newborn Photography So Special?
Lifestyle newborn photography focuses on capturing the genuine interactions and emotions between family members. Unlike posed studio sessions, these photos take place in the comfort of your home, where your family feels most at ease. This approach allows for:
Natural moments: Capturing your family as they truly are, from snuggles on the couch to kisses on tiny cheeks.
Personalized settings: Highlighting your home’s unique charm and incorporating sentimental details like your baby’s nursery or favorite family spots.
Timeless memories: Freezing the real-life moments that make your family’s love story so beautiful.
Highlights from Diana’s Lifestyle Newborn Session
This session took place in the family’s cozy living room and serene master bedroom. Both spaces offered gorgeous natural light that perfectly complemented the soft and loving atmosphere of the day.
One of my favorite moments was seeing Maverick interact with his baby sister. At just two years old, his hugs and kisses for Diana were filled with such joy and pride. These sibling moments are priceless and a true testament to the bond that will grow between them.
The family’s dog was another wonderful addition to the session. From lying protectively beside Diana to playfully entertaining Maverick, their furry companion added warmth and personality to the photos.
To make things even easier for this sweet mama, I brought along a dress from my client wardrobe. It complemented the soft tones of their home and ensured she felt confident and beautiful for these special photos. I also provided props like swaddles and a Moses basket to enhance the cozy, natural feel of the images.
Why Choose In-Home Lifestyle Newborn Photography?
Newborn sessions at home allow families to relax and enjoy the experience without the stress of traveling with a newborn. Your home becomes the backdrop for these cherished memories, making each photo even more meaningful. Whether it’s the nursery you lovingly designed or the couch where you spend quiet moments feeding and rocking your baby, every detail helps tell your family’s story.
Preserve These Precious Memories Forever
The newborn stage passes in the blink of an eye, but the feelings of love and connection can live on through timeless photos. As a Greenville, SC lifestyle newborn photographer, my goal is to provide families with images that capture the sweetness and joy of this fleeting season. Whether it’s through photos, videos, or both, I’m here to help you preserve these memories forever.
If you’re ready to book your own lifestyle newborn photography session in Greenville, South Carolina, I’d love to work with you. Click here to book your session or download my newborn pricing guide to learn more about the experience.
Sweet and Sentimental Newborn Photographer in Greenville, South Carolina
If you’re looking for Greenville, South Carolina newborn photographers who can beautifully capture the precious moments of your growing family, you’re in the right place. Recently, I had the honor of photographing the sweetest in-home newborn session with baby Diana, her two-year-old brother Maverick, their doting parents, and even their sweet dog! I always love including pets in the in home newborn session!
This session was everything I love about in-home newborn photography: cozy, sentimental, and full of love.
A Beautiful Season of Life
Adjusting to life with two little ones can be a whirlwind, but this family handled it with such grace. Maverick absolutely adored his baby sister, and his hugs and kisses for Diana melted my heart. One of my favorite moments was when their dog gently sniffed and cuddled close to Diana, as if already standing guard over her. These interactions were so sweet and genuine—they’re exactly the kind of moments I love to preserve for families to cherish forever.
The Comfort of In Home Newborn Photos
This session took place in the family’s living room and master bedroom, two perfect spaces for creating timeless, intimate photos. Their home provided the perfect backdrop, and I loved incorporating their personal style into the session.
To make things even easier for the family, I brought along a variety of props, including swaddles and delicate accessories for baby Diana. I also provided a gorgeous dress for the mom from my client wardrobe, ensuring she felt beautiful and at ease during the session.
Why Video Matters
In addition to the photos, I also created a highlight video for this session, showcasing the love and joy of this family in motion. While photos freeze moments in time, videos allow families to relive the sweet interactions, tiny movements, and raw emotions of this fleeting season. Watching the way Maverick gently hugged his sister or the way Diana nestled in her parents’ arms brought tears to my eyes—and I know it will do the same for them every time they press play.
Behind the Scenes
As a newborn photographer and educator, I’m always looking for ways to help other photographers grow. For this session, I also filmed behind-the-scenes footage to include in an upcoming posing course I’m working on. Stay tuned for tips and techniques on capturing genuine moments with toddlers, newborns, and even pets!
Ready to Preserve Your Precious Moments?
If you’re in Greenville, South Carolina, and expecting a new addition to your family, let’s create something magical together. I specialize in in-home newborn sessions that capture the beauty of your family in the comfort of your own home. Every session includes:
• Props, swaddles, and accessories for your little one
• Access to my client wardrobe, with stunning dresses for moms
• Personalized, stress-free guidance to ensure a fun and memorable experience
✨ Download My Newborn Pricing Guide ✨
Click here to access my pricing guide and learn more about my packages, including the option to add a highlight video to your session.
✨ Book Your Session Today ✨
Don’t wait to preserve this fleeting season of life. Booking is simple and can be done directly on my website here. Sessions fill up quickly, so let’s reserve your spot today!
Final Thoughts
This session with baby Diana and her sweet family was truly unforgettable. From Maverick’s love for his sister to the gentle interaction with their dog, it was a beautiful reminder of why I do what I do. I can’t wait to create more memories like this for other families in the Greenville area.
What to Wear for Your Newborn Photo Session: Wardrobe Tips for Mom and Baby
What to Wear for Your Newborn Photo Session: Wardrobe Tips for Mom and Baby
Planning your newborn photo session is an exciting part of welcoming your baby, but deciding what to wear can feel overwhelming. Don’t worry—I’ve got you covered! In this blog post, we’ll share simple wardrobe tips for moms and babies to ensure your photos look timeless, cohesive, and absolutely beautiful.
1. Choose Soft, Neutral Colors
Neutral tones like ivory, beige, gray, and pastels are always a great choice for newborn sessions. They create a soft, calming look that complements your baby’s delicate features without overpowering the image.
Pro Tip: Avoid bold patterns and bright colors, which can distract from the focus of the session—your baby!
2. Keep It Simple and Timeless
Stick to classic pieces that won’t go out of style. Flowy dresses for moms and soft, textured swaddles for babies photograph beautifully and add a touch of elegance.
For Moms: Opt for a comfortable, loose dress that makes you feel beautiful and relaxed. Solid colors or subtle textures work best.
For Babies: A simple swaddle or neutral onesie keeps the focus on their adorable features.
3. Coordinate Without Matching
Coordinating outfits for the whole family creates a cohesive look without being too matchy-matchy. Choose a complementary color palette, such as soft blues, whites, and grays, to tie everyone together.
Pro Tip: Layering different textures, like knits and lace, adds depth and interest to your photos.
4. Accessorize Thoughtfully
Small details, like headbands, bows, or hats, can add personality to your baby’s outfit. Just make sure they’re subtle and comfortable for your little one.
Pro Tip: Bring a couple of options to the session so you can switch them out and add variety.
5. Use Props Wisely
If you’d like to incorporate props, choose sentimental items that add meaning to your photos, such as a handmade blanket or a favorite stuffed animal.
Pro Tip: Props should complement your baby, not overshadow them, so keep them minimal and cohesive with your color scheme.
6. Plan Ahead for Comfort
Comfort is key—especially for new moms and newborns. Make sure your outfits allow for easy movement and quick changes if needed. Babies can be swaddled for comfort, and moms can bring a cardigan or shawl to stay warm during the session.
Pro Tip: Feed and burp your baby before the session to help them feel calm and sleepy.
7. Take Advantage of Our Client Wardrobe
At Michelle Poteet Photography, we offer a client wardrobe specifically for moms to make your session stress-free. Our collection includes soft, flattering dresses that photograph beautifully, so you don’t have to worry about shopping beforehand.
Why Wardrobe Matters
Your outfit choices set the tone for your newborn session. With the right wardrobe, your photos will feel cohesive, polished, and timeless. Remember, the goal is to highlight your family’s love and connection—not the clothes.
Ready to Book Your Newborn Session?
If you’re in Greenville, SC, and want stunning newborn photos and videos, Michelle Poteet Photography is here to help. Learn more about newborn photo and video sessions here and let us take care of all the details—including wardrobe planning!
Need more tips for preparing for your newborn session? Browse our blog for inspiration and stress-free planning advice!