Lifestyle newborn session | Edinburgh, Scotland


Let's start with what a lifestyle session is, how it differs from traditional sessions and what you can expect from such a session.

The industry definition of lifestyle photography would probably be something like “unposed portraits”. And that’s essentially what these sessions are like. But there is way more than that. During my Lifestyle session, we’ll spend about an hour together (sometimes longer) and I will capturing the honest reactions and real connections that we so crave to document forever.


The lifestyle session is a natural session inspired by life. Focused on emotions but still in an artistic perspective. Your story shown with my eye, observation and sensitivity. Before the session, you will receive a questionnaire that will allow me to get to know your family a bit better.

To bring out real emotions, real moments, I will give you gentle guidance during the session (but nothing too stiff). You won't have to look at me for a long time - it's a huge advantage especially for dads ;)

Dorota was our photographer for my newborn family shoot at home. She was amazing from beginning to end. She was so happy to take the time to get the right pictures and was so patient and positive, even with my 1 year old toddler running riot. I wish I had her for my first babies photos. We are so happy with all our pictures. Highly recommend.

Michaela
Dorota was our photographer for my newborn family shoot at home. She was amazing from beginning to end. She was so happy to take the time to get the right pictures and was so patient and positive, even with my 1 year old toddler running riot. I wish I had her for my first babies photos. We are so happy with all our pictures. Highly recommend.

Michaela

3 THINGS I LOVE ABOUT LIFESTYLE NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY

1.Mom and Dad hold baby in a lifestyle session


This is my first and essential thing for which I love lifestyle newborn sessions. The newborn baby belongs to the parent's arm. Some of the new parents are uncomfortable with strangers holding their baby, and here's the good news: I don't need to touch your baby at any time during the lifestyle session.

It is you who will hold and kiss your baby. We all know how important the closeness of the child to the parent is, how precious this little moment are, so be prepared for kisses and hugs because there will be a lot of them ;)

Emotional black and white portrait capturing gentle embrace with newborn baby.
Black and white intimate family moment with newborn baby.
Black and white portrait of parent holding sleeping baby in cozy sweaters.
Black and white portrait of tender moment between parent and alert baby.
Close up black and white image showing baby's hand grasping grey knit fabric.
Intimate black and white portrait of parent and baby sharing gentle moment.
Black and white portrait of intimate moment shared with sleeping newborn baby in soft lighting.
Tender black and white close-up of hands holding newborn's tiny fingers.
Monochrome capture of peaceful moment between parent and sleeping baby against outdoor backdrop.
Intimate black and white photograph of tender moment with sleeping infant.
Emotional black and white photograph of a gentle moment with a swaddled newborn.
Intimate black and white moment showing gentle kiss on sleeping baby's forehead.
Peaceful black and white image of sleeping infant lying on soft bedding.
Black and white photo of relaxed moment with baby on grey couch.
Black and white newborn portrait with hand gently touching baby's forehead.
Black and white photo capturing an intimate family moment with a newborn baby.
Black and white close-up of a sleeping infant gently holding an adult's finger in their tiny hand.
Intimate black and white portrait of a tender moment between a parent and newborn.
Black and white portrait of wide-eyed baby in patterned onesie.
Black and white image of a baby resting their head on someone's shoulder.
Tender black and white portrait showing gentle embrace between parent and infant.
Intimate black and white portrait capturing a gentle moment between parent and baby.
Close-up black and white photograph showing smooth curves and shadows of a torso.
Black and white photo of baby being held by someone wearing a lace-patterned top.
Black and white image of hands gently cradling a newborn baby.
Joyful black and white photo of bath time with baby near a window.
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2.IT CAN BE DONE IN COMFORT OF YOUR HOME OR AT YOUR FAVOURITE LOCATION


Newborn lifestyle sessions have something magical about them, because the very appearance of a little man completely changes the family's current life, and if you add a huge dose of love and happiness that he brings home, the magic of the session is guaranteed.


IN-HOME NEWBORN SESSIONS - The sessions at home are very relaxing, we have all the time we need, no rush. You can change or feed your baby at any time. You have everything you need. It is at home that you feel cozy and peaceful and this is what your photos will be like.


OUTDOOR NEWBORN SESSIONS - I love photos in nature, if you feel well enough and the weather outside is good , why not take some fresh air. I love to combine home sessions with a few photos from a nearby park or your garden

Intimate family moment with sleeping baby between parents sharing tender moment.

Indoor newborn session

Young family enjoying sunset together on grassy hillside overlooking water.

Outdoor newborn session

3.There is no set time to do lifestyle newborn session


With lifestyle photography there is no rush really. I can photograph babies at any age because I am not posing them. We can meet in the first 48 hours FRESH 48 Gallery of your baby life or it can wait till your baby is more settle NEWBORN GALLERY

I am happy to do a newborn lifestyle shoot at any age. That being said, they do change and grow very quickly in the first weeks of life. I recommend trying to get the shoot scheduled before the baby is three months old. But remember there is no rush at all. All babies are super cute :)

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Baby Ronan is just 15 hours

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Baby Nathan is 4 weeks old

Sweet portrait of a baby with bright blue eyes in soft natural light.

Baby May 2 months old

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Baby Maja 4 months old

Black and white photograph of parents lovingly gazing at their newborn on bed.
Dorota shot our Fresh 48 session when our son was only 15 hours old. She captured a very sensitive and emotional time in our lives which resulted in beautiful photographs. She was wonderfully professional and kind at a time when we we still getting over the shock of becoming new parents. I would recommend her services to anyone. We are very happy with our photos and our family abroad can’t stop watching the sweet presentation she put together for us.

Eimear
Dorota shot our Fresh 48 session when our son was only 15 hours old. She captured a very sensitive and emotional time in our lives which resulted in beautiful photographs. She was wonderfully professional and kind at a time when we we still getting over the shock of becoming new parents. I would recommend her services to anyone. We are very happy with our photos and our family abroad can’t stop watching the sweet presentation she put together for us.

Eimear

LIFESTYLE NEWBORN SESSION IN COMFORT OF YOUR HOME OR ON THE LOCATION 


 If you want to capture your little one in such a natural way, please contact me.

Cannot wait to meet you.

See you at the session.

Dorota xxx

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