In-home and Fresh 48 sessions are back, baby! And I’m super excited about it. Back in 2020 when you-know-what hit, I had also just purchased my studio. I was not allowed to go into the hospitals for Fresh 48 sessions, and since I had a new studio I wasn’t interested in doing in-home sessions. I used to have to haul a lot of equipment to people’s home and I was limited on the props and accessories I could bring. But now I have the itch to capture these more natural, lifestyle images again! Don’t get me wrong, I still ADORE my studio work and that will definitely not be going away. Now there’s just more variety for parents to choose from, depending on their personal style and preferences.

Newborn baby in hospital bassinet with parents snuggling in the background.

Fresh 48 sessions take place within 24-48 hours after your baby is born, usually right in the hospital. With the increase in birthing centers and home deliveries, these can also be done at home. This is a fleeting window filled with tiny details - wrinkly fingers, hospital bracelets, fresh baby yawns, and that overwhelming ‘we just met you’ feeling. There’s no posing or props, just a gentle, documentary-style approach that captures your baby exactly as they are in those first hours, along with the emotion of a tiny addition to your family.

Toddler girl looking at newborn sister through the rails of a crib

Lifestyle newborn sessions happen in the comfort of your own home, typically within the first 2-3 weeks after birth. These sessions are relaxed and baby-led, focusing on natural interactions, snuggles, and everyday moments in the space where your family feels the most comfortable. Perfect house not required. I can make the magic happen just about anywhere.

Unlike my posed studio newborn sessions, Fresh 48 and lifestyle sessions are not styled or heavily posed. They’re intentionally simple, emotional, and candid, designed for families who want their newborn photos to feel organic and story-driven. Many families choose one type of session but some choose to do both. There’s no ‘right’ option, just what feels right for you.

If you’re expecting and interested in any type of newborn session, I’d love to talk more and help you decide what works best for your family.

💜 Jessica

~ Now booking Fresh 48 and In-Home lifestyle newborn sessions in Austin and surrounding areas.

Now offering Fresh 48 & In-Home Newborn Sessions

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