How old should a Newborn be for Newborn photos?
6 February 2024
Having a baby is such a massive, world-changing time for a family, and it marks the beginning of a journey filled with love, cuddles, emotions and timeless
Celebrate your newborn with a studio photoshoot
In the vast expanse of life, few moments are as precious as the first few days of a newborn. Soft coos, delicate fingers, the curl of tiny toes, and that gorgeous baby aroma – these moments are treasures of a lifetime. At Blink of an Eye Studios, we immortalise these early chapters, capturing the innocence and wonder of your baby’s first days in the world.
Thanks for visiting our newborn page. If you are looking for a newborn photographer to capture your baby’s very first moments, then you have come to the right place!
We are based in the historic town of Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire. Where we have a good-sized studio with all the facilities you need for the perfect newborn photoshoot experience.
Natalie our newborn specialist has photographed thousands of newborns over the years. So you are in expert hands. She is known as the baby whisperer and many clients ask her to come home with them!
Our serene studio in Tewkesbury is a cocoon of warmth and tranquillity. Designed to cater specifically to newborns and their parents, it’s a space where you can relax, knowing your baby’s comfort and safety is our top priority. From controlled temperatures to sanitised props, every detail is meticulously cared for.
Hello I am Gloucestershire Newborn photographer, natalie
I have been photographing newborns in Gloucestershire for the past 11 years. My children Jacob and Layla were my inspiration to specialise in Newborn photography, they are my why! Making capturing these fleeting moments for new parents so important.
I love rustic props and capturing the sweet and simple details of your newborn… yawning, sleeping, smiling and sharing those precious moments with you.
We have received numerous awards for our work in recent years and I have held the title of Newborn Photographer of the Year from 2021,2022 & 2023
The page below will give you all the information you need to know about a newborn photoshoot with me – if you have any questions please feel free to get in touch.
Due to my popularity, my newborn spaces are very limited, so we advise you to book in advance. The ideal time is 1-2 weeks after your due date, but don’t worry we can always move your shoot according to your baby’s arrival.
Bespoke Newborn Photoshoot Experience
We want to make sure we capture the style of newborn photography that you want and love! The newborn photoshoot is tailored to your likes and style preferences.
Our newborn photoshoot is the perfect way to celebrate your newborn.
Before your shoot you will complete a personalised questionnaire, where you will choose any sets, colours, themes and styling you wish to use.
Ideal for capturing family images with your new addition!
What's included in the Newborn experience
- Up to 2 hours studio time with Natalie our Newborn expert.
- Framed 7 inch image of your choice (in black or white frame).
- Bespoke sets.
- All outfits & props provided, so no need to bring anything.
- Around 30 unique images to choose from.
- Variety of images, some in colour and some in black and white.
- Expert digital editing.
- Cinematic viewing appointment.
- Expert guidance on frame and printed image options.
Newborn Photography pricing
- Step One: Secure your Newborn Photoshoot date by paying the Experience price of £275
- Step Two: Attend your viewing appointment and choose your included 7 inch image and purchase extra images from any of the following options.
Digital Only Options
Our digital only options start from our slideshow and go up in sets of images. The slideshow is all your edited images set to music, which is a perfect keepsake.
From £240
Desk Framed Images
Perfect for either a desk or display or as a gift. Our desk frames start from 7×5 inches and go up to 10×8 inches. Our desk frames are available in black or white.
From £75
Presentation Options
We have multiple offerings for presentation products. Our most popular presentation options are albums and artboxes which each contain multiple images and come with the digital copies. Presentation options start from the Folio, which beautifully displays 2-3 images in high quality print. These also include the high resolution digital versions.
From £295
Wall Art Options
We specialise in Wall Art and we think its really important to cherish your photos by having them on your wall to enjoy for years to come. We have different finishes available for our Wall Art, from modern unframed Wall options, to classic framed mounted images. Our Wall Art options start from a framed 10 inch image size (overall frame size 14 inch). Luke will be on hand in your viewing to give you guidance on the best options for your taste. These also include the high resolution digital versions.
From £295
Booking is easy!
Step 1
Choose Date & Purchase Newborn Experience
Step 2
You’ll receive a booking confirmation and guide on what to prepare/bring.
Step 3
You’ll receive an interactive questionnaire, so we can personalise the sets. You will also receive a phone consultation before the shoot to ensure you have all the information and answer any questions you may have.
Top questions about newborn photography & the experience
We are located in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire a stone’s throw away from the M5 our address is : Unit 2, Mitton Manor Garage, Bredon Rd, Tewkesbury GL20 5DA. We’re attached to the Shell Garage.
The “golden window” is 7-10 days old, but we also photograph newborns upto 4 weeks old. We never guarentee any poses as every baby is very different.
Yes and plenty of it! As you drive in there are spaces on your left-hand side, and should they be full, there are always spaces on the other side of the petrol pumps.
Being a small family business, our time is valuable and limited and we can only book a finite number into our day. We are very fortunate to have wonderful clients who are considerate, but we have had a few no shows over the years, so that’s the purpose of this booking fee. It is fully refundable at your Viewing Appointment or it can just be applied as studio credit to your invoice if you prefer. If you are unable to make the agreed appointment then please let us know and as long as we have been given 72hrs notice, we can reschedule your appointment and you will not forfeit this booking fee.
We advise to feed bottle fed babies 30-45 minutes before your photoshoot. This allows milk a little time to digest and avoids baby being uncomfortable. If you are breastfeeding we advise you to feed when you arrive. We will get baby changed and wrapped and then pop baby on for a feed until little one drops off into a nice slumber.
Your photographer will book you in for your Viewing Appointment on the day of your session, we have slots available on weekends and weekdays so we can find a date and time that suits you best. Your images will be ready to view about a week after your session. If you can, we do recommend bringing along any relatives who might like to see them too as this is the best opportunity to get the full effect of your photos.
We will send you a guide on outfits that work best. Please come in the outfits ready for photos and bring a spare just incase! Blacks, cream,tan dark greens, whites all look great. We provide the outfits and materials for your baby.
We allow up to 2 hours for a Newborn Session. We also ask you to bring your diary to the portrait session as we need you to return to the studio for your Viewing Appointment which also takes 1 hour.
Everything we supply is fully finished and framed ready to hang on the wall or stand on a desk. Our desk portraits start from only £75 and our wall hanging artworks start at £295. We also offer collections starting from as little as £50pm/12months. We also offer digital options starting from £240.
Please dress baby in a babygrow that has poppers or a zip down, ideally without a vest. Anything that goes over the head may disturb little one and if you arrive with baby sleepy, it is easier to go straight in to the shoot if I can change baby smoothly. In winter months you can keep baby snuggly with a warm blanket and hat.
Yes of course, we edit any marks that aren’t permanent, such as scratches and acne.
If you have anything sentimental that you would like included, please bring it along. Some examples for ideas are; blanket, soft toy, personalised items, something that represents parents career/hobbies.
Of course, we advise getting family and sibling photos done at the start of the session. If sibling(s) are under 6 we do advise dad or someone coming to help and potentially take the sibling off after they are finished for a walk, so that we can relax in to the rest of the newborn photos.
Unfortunately not, as you know the courier or postman can be rather heavy handed and we can’t be responsible for damaged goods this way. Collections need to be made in person so we can go through your order with you and ensure you are completely satisfied before you take your products home and enjoy them.
Of course, as long as we can get little one in during the newborn stage. Please let us know about any health issues and we can tailor the shoot acordingly.
Unfortunately not. Due to the delicate nature of the newborn sets, props, set up and clean down time involved in newborn shoots we aren’t able to include pets. We do offer Dog shoots on their own, so if you wish to have your dog photographed, please have a look at our dog page.
See what others have said...
We had a wonderful time with our 2 week old baby having his first experience in front of the camera. All of the girls were lovely, from the photoshoot to the photo choosing hour. We are so grateful to have such lovely photos to be able to treasure forever. Thank you all
Turning up with a two week old baby in the middle of a pandemic was stressful enough but the team immediately made us feel at ease! Very friendly and patient!
From the initial booking in stage to the photo viewing, I couldn’t fault the service!
Excellent photos and memories I will cherish forever!!
Thank you x
From the initial booking in stage to the photo viewing, I couldn’t fault the service!
Excellent photos and memories I will cherish forever!!
Thank you x
We took our newborn for his photoshoot and we honestly could not fault the guys at Blink at all.
We were made to feel so welcome from the get go, Natalie was super friendly and when our little boy wouldn't settle she worked her magic.
Watching the shoot was incredible, it was that fantastic that we will be going back for his sitting shoot and his 1st Birthday shoot also.
The end photos were awesome, just what we were hoping for, which made choosing our favorites so hard!
We would 100% recommend Blink of an Eye to anyone and everyone!
We were made to feel so welcome from the get go, Natalie was super friendly and when our little boy wouldn't settle she worked her magic.
Watching the shoot was incredible, it was that fantastic that we will be going back for his sitting shoot and his 1st Birthday shoot also.
The end photos were awesome, just what we were hoping for, which made choosing our favorites so hard!
We would 100% recommend Blink of an Eye to anyone and everyone!
Looking for wall art inspiration for your home? We have got you covered...
Our Stunning Framed Wall Art option is ideal for all styles of imagery, which can be displayed in a timeless way.
Contemporary, clean lines and subtle colour options, these premium wooden frames draw inspiration from Scandinavian lakes, pine trees and big open skies.
Tactile, boho finish with natural wooden textures make these frames an incredibly popular option for modern interiors or available in black/white for a more classic look and feel.
Our Birch Circular is a really popular modern way of displaying your images. Our circulars come with a set of 10 high resolution digitals. These are precision cut and beautifully finished by master craftsmen here in the UK.
The natural edge pattern of the 18mm thick Birch Sphere provides a clean, natural finish to the product that suits countless different styles of photography and the treated wood finish on the back of the block makes this a stunning product to hang on your wall.
Our Fine Art Natural range is a stunning combination of beautiful Fine Art Etch print and our carefully selected paired frame options.
This product has a luxurious finish which is unmatched by anything else on the market and will display your earthy,rustic, newborn styled image in the most beautiful way.
The print finish is a heavyweight fine art paper with a heavy surface texture giving the paper a beautifully tactile feel.
The Edge is one of the most popular products in our Wall Art range, featuring two distinct finishing options. The open frame surrounds your image with a narrow gap between the solid wood frame and image creating the impression your picture is levitating.
The finishes available are wood or Hand-finished metallic colour options. Handmade by the best framing lab in the UK.
Becoming a Part of the Blink of an Eye Studios Family
Many parents who step into our studio come back, not just with their next child, but also with stories, memories, and a bond forged in those initial days. By choosing us, you’re not merely opting for a photography session; you’re joining a community where every baby’s first giggle, stretch, and dreamy gaze is celebrated.
Eager to capture the ethereal beauty of your newborn’s first days? Reach out and let Natalie, with her unmatched blend of maternal tenderness and photographic excellence, craft memories that you’ll cherish forever.
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