Orlando Maternity & Newborn Photography – Frequently Asked Questions
Planning a maternity or newborn photography session comes with a lot of thoughtful decisions, from timing and styling to what to expect on the day of your shoot. To make things easier, we’ve gathered all of our most frequently asked questions about maternity and newborn sessions in one place.
Whether you’re wondering when to schedule your maternity photos, how to prepare for your newborn session, what to wear, or how the entire experience works from start to finish, this guide is designed to give you clear, helpful answers so you can feel fully confident going into your session.
Our goal is to make your maternity and newborn photography experience feel effortless, beautifully guided, and centered around capturing this incredibly fleeting season in a way that feels natural, elevated, and true to you.
Frequently Asked Maternity Questions:
1. When do I book my maternity photo session?
The best time to book your maternity session is typically during your second trimester, ideally around 28–34 weeks of pregnancy for most clients. This window allows your bump to be beautifully defined while still feeling comfortable enough to move, pose, and enjoy the experience.
That said, we always recommend reaching out as early as possible to reserve your preferred date. Our calendar tends to book at least 1-2 months in advance, and securing your session early ensures you have the most flexibility in choosing timing that feels right for you.
2. Can my spouse and kids be in the photos?
Yes, absolutely! We always welcome family participation. Many clients choose to have us capture a mix of solo portraits and family images.
3. What do I wear?
My studio has a full wardrobe of over 300 high-end maternity gowns and accessories. They are free to use on the day of your shoot! I love helping moms pick out the perfect dress for their maternity session. We even created an entire dress catalog that showcases most of our available gowns and fabrics.
We also have a variety of cute outfits for babies and girls!
Dad will need to dress himself, but we think he’s up for the challenge.
4. Do you include professional hair and makeup?
Yes, our session fee includes professional hair and makeup for one person by one of our highly trusted, preferred hair and makeup artists.
For your convenience, the artist will meet you directly at our studio prior to your photo session, so everything flows seamlessly and you can simply arrive, get pampered, and step right into your photoshoot feeling camera-ready and confident.
5. Do you edit the photos?
Yes! I am well-versed in Photoshop and love the editing process.
The editing stage is where I work to create photos that look natural and polished… but not over-polished. Smoothing skin, whitening teeth, and brightening eyes are just a few things I do to produce vibrant photos you’ll love! We even take detailed notes during your appointment to select your images to make sure everything matches your exact preferences.
Frequently Asked Newborn Questions:
1. When do I book my newborn photo session?
We recommend booking your newborn session by your third trimester at the latest, as we can’t always guarantee availability once your baby arrives if you wait to reach out. Because we only take on a limited number of newborns each month, our calendar fills intentionally and space is reserved specifically to allow for the flexibility these sessions require.
With that said, many families choose to book even earlier—sometimes as soon as their second trimester—just to ensure their spot is fully secured and one less thing to think about later in pregnancy.
Once your session is reserved, we simply note your due date and keep space open around that time. After baby arrives, you’ll reach out within the first few days so we can schedule your actual session date, typically within the ideal 5–14 day newborn window. This approach allows everything to feel calm, flexible, and fully taken care of so you can focus on settling in with your new baby.
2. Can my spouse and kids be in the photos?
Yes, absolutely! We always welcome family participation. Many clients choose to have us capture a mix of solo portraits of baby and family or sibling photos.
3. Are props included in the session or do we bring those?
Props are fully included in your newborn session, and we have an extensive studio collection that allows us to create a wide variety of looks and themes without you needing to bring anything.
Whether you’re envisioning something simple and timeless or a more styled setup, we can tailor the session to match your vision. From classic neutrals to color-rich setups, and even themed concepts like Winnie the Pooh, we have the props, wraps, and accessories to bring it to life. If you want something playful, bold, or highly curated—we can absolutely do that too. You’re of course welcome to bring your own props, especially anything sentimental or meaningful to you, and we will incorporate it into the photos.
Everything is designed and selected ahead of time so your session feels seamless, organized, and fully customized while still keeping baby safe and comfortable throughout.
4. Do Newborn Sessions have to take place at your studio?
Our newborn sessions take place at our studio, where we have everything set up specifically for a safe, comfortable, and fully controlled environment for both baby and parents.
Our space is designed to support the entire experience from professional lighting and temperature control to our full collection of props, wraps, and posing setups. This allows us to move seamlessly through a variety of looks without disruption, while keeping baby calm and comfortable the entire time.
5. What themes can you do for newborn sessions?
We have dozens of backdrop and styling options in-studio, allowing us to create everything from timeless setups to fully themed newborn sessions.
Popular themes we’ve done include Toy Story, Disney princesses, and Harry Potter, but this is just a small sample of what’s possible. If you don’t see something in our newborn sample gallery, chances are we can create it. We also can use digital backdrops when needed, giving us even more flexibility to bring your vision to life.
More Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Where is your photo studio located?
We are in the heart of Downtown Avalon Park, close to UCF. Our studio address is 3680 Avalon Park E Blvd Suite 220, Orlando, FL 32828
2. What type of payment do you take?
We accepts all major credit cards as well as checks, cash, Zelle, and Cash App.
3. Do you provide all the digital images from the shoot?
We have several collection options available that come with a select number of digital images. You can purchase additional digital images for $200 each.
For more information on collection options, please contact me. We’ll schedule a free consultation and chat!
4. Do you provide the raw digital images?
We take pride in creating finished products and only deliver polished images.
5. How and when do I get my photos?
We’ll have a photo reveal session 1–2 weeks after your shoot. During this time, you’ll see all the images from your session and select the ones you want. It’s a lot of fun! You’ll receive the finished, polished digital photos a week later. Printed products like wall art and albums will be delivered 3–5 weeks after the photo reveal session.
Photos can be delivered sooner with a rush fee. So if you are on a tight timeline, please let me know!
6. Can my pet be in the photos?
Yes! Pets are welcome to join outdoor sessions as long as the location permits it. For sessions inside the studio, only hypoallergenic animals are allowed.
