Why You Should Book Your Newborn Photo Session Based on Your Due Date

Tatiana Burlutskaya
Aug 17
2 min read

Welcoming a newborn is one of the most precious and fleeting moments in life. From soft skin to sleepy smiles, those first few days are full of tiny details you’ll want to remember forever. That’s where newborn photography comes in — and timing is everything.

If you're wondering when to schedule your baby's session, here’s the answer:

📌 Book it based on your due date — and book it early.

Here’s why this approach is best for both your experience and your photos.

✅ 1. The Sweet Spot: 5–14 Days After Birth

Newborns are best photographed when they’re still sleepy and curled up — usually within the first 5 to 14 days after birth. During this time, your baby is:

Easier to pose safely and comfortably
More likely to sleep through the session
Still showing those delicate newborn features (like flaky skin or tiny lashes)

Booking based on your due date allows your photographer (👋 that’s me!) to reserve a flexible time slot around your baby’s arrival, even if they come early or late.

✅ 2. Sessions Fill Quickly — Especially for In-Home Photography

I only book a limited number of newborns each month to ensure every client gets a personalized experience. If you wait until after birth to reach out, chances are my schedule is already full.

When you book based on your estimated due date, I can:

Guarantee availability around your birth window
Block off flexible time to accommodate early/late arrivals
Provide full pre-session planning support

✅ 3. No Last-Minute Stress

Booking ahead means you can relax after your baby arrives. No searching for photographers while sleep-deprived. No worrying about availability. Just focus on bonding with your baby while I handle the rest.

We’ll already have:

Chosen your preferred colors or styling
Talked through family/sibling shots
Answered all your questions

✅ 4. Perfect for In-Home Newborn Photography

Because I specialize in in-home newborn photography in Fairfield County, CT, it’s even more important to plan ahead. I bring everything — wraps, props, lighting, and baby-safe posing expertise — right to your home. Booking early helps me deliver the seamless, stress-free experience you deserve.

💡 So When Should You Book?

📆 Ideally during your second or third trimester.That way we’ll reserve your session based on your due date and stay flexible if your baby arrives early or late.

✨ Ready to plan ahead? Contact me or Check Availability to secure your due-month spot. I’d love to help you capture the soft, beautiful glow of your baby’s first days.