Those first days with your baby are unlike anything else — quiet, hazy, and filled with a love you didn’t know existed. My newborn photographer sessions are calm and natural, focused on connection over posing. I’ll gently guide you through the process while capturing every tiny detail — the curled fingers, soft yawns, and the way your baby fits perfectly in your arms. These images become heirlooms that remind you how small they once were, and how deeply you loved them from the start.
- courtney
Mandie was so accommodating and wonderful to work with!!
She went above and beyond during our session! She was very responsive, transparent, and our photos turned out amazing! I’m so happy we chose Alabaster photography to capture our newborn lifestyle photos!
After your newborn photography session, you’ll receive a hand-edited online gallery with full digital downloads, along with the option to preserve your images through heirloom albums, keepsake boxes, and printed artwork.
My baby-led newborn photography sessions are gently paced with plenty of time for feeding breaks, soothing, and natural posing, always prioritizing your baby’s comfort, safety, and connection with your family.
Most families book their newborn photography session during the second trimester, and once your date is reserved, you’ll receive emails with simple styling and preparation tips to help the experience feel calm and stress-free.
Yes. I provide a carefully curated selection of wraps, layers, and simple newborn styling pieces designed to create timeless, connection-focused newborn photographs.
Newborn photography sessions can take place in my New Richmond photography studio or in your home for a more relaxed lifestyle approach. I serve newborn families throughout the St. Croix Valley, including Hudson, Baldwin, River Falls, Somerset, and surrounding communities.
Absolutely. Newborn photography sessions are designed to preserve connection and the beginning of your family’s story, so parents and siblings are always encouraged to participate.
Every baby is different, and newborn sessions are completely baby-led with plenty of time for feeding, soothing, cuddles, and breaks as needed. Awake baby moments are often some of the most meaningful images we capture.
Most newborn photography sessions last between 1–1.5 hours, allowing plenty of time for feeding breaks, soothing, diaper changes, and a relaxed experience without rushing baby.
Newborn photography sessions are ideally scheduled within the first 5–14 days after birth, when babies are still sleepy, curled, and naturally settled for those timeless newborn images.
Soft neutrals, simple textures, and comfortable clothing photograph beautifully and help keep the focus on your connection with your baby. After booking, I’ll send styling guidance to help make preparing for your session feel simple and stress-free.
Most families reserve their newborn photography session during the second trimester to ensure availability around their due date, though I always do my best to accommodate last-minute inquiries when possible.