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Photography Guide
Newborn photography occupies a very specific and irreplaceable window β the first two weeks of a baby's life, when they sleep deeply, curl naturally and are small in a way they never will be again. HORA connects new parents with trained newborn photographers who create beautiful, safe images of babies and families at this extraordinary early stage.
Safety in newborn photography
Safety is the first priority in every newborn session. Our photographers are trained in baby-safe handling and posing techniques. All props, wraps and surfaces that touch the baby are clean, temperature-appropriate and non-toxic. Composite posing (where an image looks like the baby is balancing unsupported) uses only safe supported positions that are then merged in editing. A parent is always present and can pause the session at any time.
The ideal timing: days 5 to 14
The first 5β14 days after birth produce the best newborn photos for two reasons: babies sleep the longest and most deeply in this window, making posing gentler and more natural, and the newborn features β the tiny curled hands, the vernix-fading skin, the way they fold into a fetal position β are most pronounced. After 3 weeks babies become more alert, wake more easily and are less flexible for posed shots. Book your session before the due date and we'll schedule it in the first two weeks.
What a newborn session includes
A standard session runs 2β3 hours to allow for feeding, nappy changes and settling time. It covers wrapped and unwrapped poses, prop shots (baskets, wraps, blankets), and family portraits including parents and siblings. The photographer brings a selection of wraps, headbands and small props. The final gallery contains 50β100 edited images delivered via a permanent online link.
At-home vs studio newborn photography
Home shoots are the more comfortable option β the baby is in a familiar environment, the parents can manage feeding and supplies easily, and the session can be paused without anyone needing to travel. Studio sessions offer more controlled lighting and a wider range of backdrop and prop options. Many parents choose a home session for the intimate family shots and a studio session for the more styled baby portraits; both can be accommodated in a single extended booking.
Browse newborn photography packages above. Book before your due date to ensure a slot in the first two weeks β these sessions book up quickly.
How It Works
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Photographer Arrives
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Receive Your Gallery
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