In-Home Newborn Sessions | Durham Region

In-Home Newborn Sessions | Durham Region

In-Home Newborn Sessions | Durham Region – During my in-home session near the Scarborough Bluffs yesterday, I got chatting with my lovely client about how in-home newborn sessions are so convenient. After having both an in-home Newborn Session (son) and traveling to a studio (daughter) for my newborn sessions, I whole heartedly agree.  My sons newborn session was taken by the amazing Nicola at HulaHoop Photography.

While I don’t think she does newborn sessions any longer, I was lucky to have her come to our home here and Photograph Simon with us. It was so laid back, I felt more comfortable nursing my son in the comfort of our home, and I didn’t have to travel.

For my daughter, we traveled about 45 minutes to Markham to have her newborn photos done at an in-home Photographer studio.  From what I can remember the roads were unbelievably bumpy! Every bump we went over my C-section wound was that much more sore. However, after we arrived I felt at home. Because she used studio light the lighting was consistent, which is one of the differences in studio sessions vs in-home sessions.

When I travel to my clients homes, I bring everything I need. The key word meaning EVERYTHING.

I often joke that I move in for half the day as there is so much stuff I bring. Trekking my 8 foot light is not among those list of items I bring so we rely on the natural light of your home. On overcast days this can sometimes be a challenge if your windows in home home aren’t large or the colouring of your walls aren’t light to bounce/reflect the light.

I arrive to clients home typically around 11:00 or 11:30 if you’re deeper into the city. Apart from my camera, I bring all the outfits, wraps, blankets, hats, flokatis, background and my ottoman poser. It takes a few trips to the car to say the least. Packing it in my van and unpacking it sometimes is half the battle.

Upon arriving, I like to seek out the best spot for light

(but I will have an idea since clients send me photos before booking). Most of the time, we use one designated spot, and at least one with a bedroom.  Sometimes, that serves at both.  This also makes it easier for toddlers, to be in their own home environment. I do have a play area in the studio for toddlers, but I find they, and siblings who are a bit older, are more outgoings at home. And they Love to show off their room! If the light permits, we will get some photos of them being silly in their room!

Both types of sessions have their advantages. You really can’t go wrong with either. We just might have to way for a brighter day to do the in-home session if your home doesn’t have sufficient light, and usually clients are flexible – or they opt to come to the studio last minute and that’s always an option too!

Here are some images of in-home newborn sessions throughout the years.

Much Love,
Stephanie