Lexington KY Newborn Photographer | Newborn Sessions

Newborn baby photography capturing these special moments for parents in Central KY. They are my favorite sessions to photograph. The opportunity that so many families have given me to document new life keeps me inspired. I never stop looking for unique props, different wraps, new hats… I like to keep all my newborn sessions fresh and innovative. Documenting newborns has become an obsession in my life. I am crazy about the details, I am crazy about the bond… Probably because I wasn’t a photographer when my girls were born, and I missed the tiny toes, the fuzzy shoulders, the long lashes… Missed capturing those, and so I make sure I capture them for you.  It goes by fast, and before you know it, I am sitting on your couch with your print order from your newborn session, and you are crying about how much your baby has changed…and it has only been 6 weeks.


When should I book the session?

I book by newborn sessions around 16 weeks. My newborn sessions book up fast, please contact me soon as possible.


How do I book a session?

Because of their unpredictability, I simply write down your due date in my calendar, and reserve you a spot a week after your due date. Most moms simply go ahead and send me a text message or email while they are still in the hospital, so that I know when the baby was born and can plan accordingly. For the mom’s with scheduled inductions and c-sections, a date can be booked ahead of time.


When do you photograph my newborn?

I prefer to capture newborns between 5 and 16 days old; when they are still easy to pose and most sleepy. Older than this, they tend to not “curl” as much and sleep less. This, and the fact that newborn acne and colic can usually flair by the 2-3 week mark, it is to my and your advantage to photograph them as soon as possible.


Can you come to my home?

I love getting personal, making use of your bedroom, your home… So, I do travel for lifestyle newborn sessions.  There is an added fee for an on-location newborn session.


How long does a session last?

The average session is 2 hours… Some are shorter, some are longer, it is really up to the baby.


What do I need for the session?

Just the baby and anyone or anything else special you want in the photo. I understand what it is like to be home with a newborn. Your job is to focus on your new baby. My job is to capture that new relationship.

If you plan on being in any of the photos I recommend a white, cream, black, or neutral color for the photos.

Please click the home button to return to my website and contact me to schedule your newborn session.

Emma newborn

Emma newborn

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Central KY Newborn Photographer |Emma

Sweet Little Miss Emma joined the world in May.

Emma was welcomed with several hugs & kisses from her big sister Natalie and big brother Blake. I have been a life long friend of her parents and I love getting the text to schedule a session.

We did her newborn session at my studio in downtown Cynthiana KY.  I have a large assortment of hair bows, outfits, and backdrops for newborns and baby’s.

Please enjoy and leave a comment!

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Cynthiana/Lexington KY Newborn & Child Photographer |River’s Newborn Session

I had to wait 10 weeks to meet this cute little guy. He was due on Christmas Eve, but made his entrance into this world in October. After 8 weeks in the hospital River finally got to go home. He had a rough start and he did amazing at his session. He wasn’t much on all the posed shots. I stuck with the basket shots mostly for him. He loved being snuggled in my baskets with the most softest fur. He was cozy as a bug. I could have just kept him all day and snuggled. Please enjoy this sweet boys images and show him some love!
Sincerely Michelle

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Fresh 48 Photography


Fresh 48
photography is a special session for those new families who want the first few hours of their newborn’s life captured without having the entire labor or birth documented. Held within the first 24-48 hours of your baby’s life, these lifestyle sessions are perfect for remembering that first day forever.  I will come to your place of birth within 48 hours.  This is not a traditional newborn session; I will not pose the baby or bring props or lights. This will just be me capturing your baby’s sweet new moments in a fresh natural way!

Fresh 48 after birth

Fresh 48 after birth

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