Newborn Session Investment
Congratulations on your newest little one on the way!! I am so excited for you! This is truly one of the most precious times in your family’s story. It would be such an honor to get to preserve these memories for you forever.
Allow me to preserve those special early days of sweet newborn snuggles and sacred memories that you will cherish forever. Let me capture those tiny toes, that little nose, and all of the sweet family moments.
Every day, your baby is bigger than they ever have been and smaller than they ever will be again. You’ll never regret booking the newborn photos. You’ll only regret not having them in the future.
✨PLUS, now introducing VIDEO sessions ✨
In addition to the photos from your newborn photos, you can also receive a 2-3 minute highlight video to display in a video album in your home. While I truly believe in the magic of photos to capture your precious memories, videos pull at the heartstrings and help you relive the moment in a way that photos just can’t. I’m excited to be the first Greenville, SC photographer to also offer family and newborn VIDEOS.
The Newborn Experience
What is a newborn session with me like? Most families tell me they are pleasantly surprised by how stress free the experience is! Especially if they’ve had newborn photos taken with other photographers in the past. I know how difficult those first few days and weeks with a new baby can be, and my goal is to make the experience even more joyful without adding any stress on new, sleep deprived parents.
My sessions are fun and relaxed! I start by looking around your home for the best spots to take photos. Please don’t worry at all if your house is messy! I know what having a newborn is like, and I promise I won’t judge! We can always find multiple spots that are beautiful with good lighting, whether that’s the nursery, the kitchen, or the master bedroom!
We work at baby’s pace, and we can take as many feeding breaks as we need to! My goal is to capture the joy of the newborn stage. I take photos of the whole family, breakdowns with different members of the family, and baby alone. I aim for tons of variety with an emphasis on capturing love, joy, and playfulness. I love to get older siblings involved by having fun snuggling with mom, dad, and their new sibling. Plus lots of tickling and shoulder rides for those energetic toddlers.
Don’t want to take photos in your home? No problem! Some of my families opt for outdoor newborn photos or photos in a studio! I even have studio options that look like a home if you like that look but don’t want to worry about cleaning your own house.
Meet your photographer
Hey sweet mama!
Hi there! I’m so glad you’re here!
My name is Michelle. I’m an award-winning and internationally published Greenville, South Carolina photographer and videographer. I love photographing families, maternity sessions, and newborns.
I have had the absolute pleasure of photographing HUNDREDS of families (including many repeat clients over the years) in the last 10 years and have loved every second of it!
Ever since having my own babies, I have realized even more just how important family portraits are. They are only little for so long, and they change so quickly. It's so important to remember your family in the stage of life you are in right now. The fact that your little boy loves running barefoot, you can still carry two kids on your hips, or those sweet freckles and toothless grins.
I also know how hard it is to get in front of the camera as a mom. We are always the ones taking the photos. Invest in yourself and your family memories. Let me help you remember the love and connection your family has with each other.
Videos
My cinematic highlight films bring your memories to life — capturing the laughter, the movement, and the love you can feel with your whole heart. If you're longing to relive the magic of these moments over and over again, a session video is the perfect way to hold them close forever.
✨ The Bonuses ✨
When you book your newborn photo session with me, you don’t just get beautiful photos and sweet memories, you also get a completely stress-free experience. Here are the bonuses that you receive to make the whole process even more smooth:
Exclusive Access to My Client Closet
Save yourself the stress and expense of buying a new outfit that you’ll probably only wear once. Or trying to figure out which dresses in your closet will actually fit you when you’re freshly postpatrum. Our size changes so much during pregnancy and postpartum. I also know that we can feel extremely self concious as women during this time. After photographing families and postpartum mamas for a decade, I know what photographs well and what looks flattering on pregnant and postpartum bodies! I have an exclusive client closet full of over 50 dresses for mamas to use from in sizes XS-XL. I also have swaddles and outfits for babies up to 6 months!
Outfit Planning Guide
All of my clients receive an outfit guide immediately upon booking! This helps you figure out how to coordinate all of the members of your family, so that you look cohesive without looking too matchy-matchy. Again, as your photographer, I know what photographs best, and I’m here to help you every step of the way! I also include links to all of my favorite places to shop for moms, dad, and kids!
Location Planning Guide
Newborn sessions ideally take place in your home. There is no need to leave the comfort of your own house with a tiny newborn baby. The siblings are also often much more comfortable in their own space. That said, if you prefer an outdoor location or a studio, I send over a location guide with photo examples from my favorite outdoor locations and studios in the Greenville area.
What families are saying:
Okay, now let’s get into the details!
Newborn Photo+Video Investment
Up to 2 hours
Outfit changes if desired
Lifestyle Newborn and Family Photos
2-3 minute highlight video
In your home or other agreed upon location
ALL high res, edited digital images (100-200 photos)
Client Wardrobe for Mamas and Outfit Planning Guide
Use of my props (swaddles, Moses basket, bows)
$975
Full Newborn Session Investment
Up to 1 hour
Lifestyle Newborn and Family Photos
In your home or other agreed upon location
20 high res, edited, digital images of your choice
Client Wardrobe for Mamas and Outfit Planning Guide
Use of my props (swaddles, Moses basket, bows)
$675
Bundles
Maternity and Newborn Photo + Vide0 Bundle
Maternity session and newborn session
ALL high res, edited, digital images from each session
2-3 minute highlight video from each session
Client Wardrobe for Mamas and Outfit Planning Guide
Use of my props (swaddles, Moses basket, bows)
$1600 ($350 discount)
Email me for a discount code after booking your maternity photos!
Maternity + Newborn Photo Bundle
Maternity session and newborn session
20 high res, edited, digital images from each sessions
Client Wardrobe for Mamas and Outfit Planning Guide
Use of my props (swaddles, Moses basket, bows)
$1100 ($250 discount)
Email me for a discount code after booking your maternity photos!
Still on the fence?
Check out a full newborn session gallery here! I always recommend that you ask to see a full gallery from any photographer that you consider working with. Anyone can put a few great images on their website, but you want to make sure that you’ll LOVE the final product that you’ll receive!
So how does the booking process work?
It’s always best to book your newborn photos before your baby is born. I usually recommend choosing your newborn photographers around 20—30 weeks of pregnancy. You’ll choose a date on my calendar in order to book your session, but don’t worry! This date is just in pencil. It’s not set in stone. I’m super flexible based on if baby comes early or late, if baby needs to spend some time in the NICU, if mama needs time to heal, etc.
I recommend choosing a session date around 2 weeks after your due date, but it’s honestly up to you! If you prefer to capture baby within the first few days, that’s totally fine! If you prefer to wait until 3-4 weeks or even a little later, that’s fine too! Some mamas know they need more time to heal and feel like themselves before taking photos. The nice thing about lifestyle newborn photos is there is no hard and fast rule that photos have to be taken by a certain time.
But what if your baby is already born? A lot of moms don’t realize that they are going to want newborn photos until after their baby is born. That’s okay! It never hurts to reach out and see if I can squeeze you in. If you don’t see a date that works for you on my calendar in the near future, feel free to email me and we’ll see what we can do!
BUT, if at all possible, try to book before baby is born. It’s one less thing for you to stress about in those early postpartum days!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we purchase more photos than our package comes with?
Yes! I send over your gallery with all of your photos for you to choose from! If you would like to purchase more photos than your package comes with, additional downloads are $25 per photo or $250 for the full gallery (usually 50-200 photos depending on the length of the session).
How Does the Booking Process Work?
As soon as you are ready, you can book your date and time by clicking here. Choose your date and time on my calendar, agree to the terms, and pay your session fee to officially book! For newborn sessions, we can always reschedule based on when baby arrives, if there are any complications, etc. I only take sessions on Saturdays and Sundays at this time.
Out of fairness to all of my clients, I cannot hold a date for any reason without payment and an official booking.
What if we are awkward in front of the camera?
PLEASE don't worry about this at all! Almost everyone says this! It's my job as your photographer to help you feel relaxed and natural, so that you look your best. You don't have to come up with any poses or ideas. That's my job! Of course, if there are specific things you want, I'm happy to capture those for you as well!
What is your turn around time?
I always have your gallery back to you within 1-2 weeks!
What is a family session with you like?
First, I start with those important looking and smiling photos and break down the family unit into different combinations, making sure to capture any special request photos for you. Then, the rest of the session is all about playing. Moms, kids, and even dads have SO much fun during my family sessions. The dads always tell me at the end of the session that they are surprised at how much they loved it. My goal is to use fun prompts to create authentic family moments. I love candid photos filled with genuine connection. Your family will think of this session as a really fun family memory where they all got to play and love on each other. Then, I end with one last looking and smiling photo. I aim to create a gallery filled with tons of variety for you to choose from!
What time of day do you take sessions?
I take sessions any time of day! I typically find that morning time frame usually works the best for newborns. That’s usually when they are the happiest. If you have other children, before their nap time usually works best. However, if you prefer a different time of day, that’s totally fine as well!
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