NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY EDINBURGH

What it’s like to have a newborn photography experience at A-Fotografy

If you are looking for a newborn photographer in Edinburgh, capturing the first moments of your baby’s life is a truly priceless and unforgettable experience. Newborn photography preserves the delicate beauty, tiny details and pure innocence of your baby, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

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Newborn photographer Edinburgh, celebrating families since 2010

These little miracles are anticipated, wished for, and loved unconditionally even before we know their names. The arrival of a newborn is a special time, a journey unlike any other. And in the blink of an eye, they’ll be planning their own adventures.

At A-Fotografy, we capture newborn portraits with a focus on bond and family love. Sessions take place in my cosy, fully equipped newborn studio in Edinburgh.

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Those newborn days of long nights and endless nappy changes

Me with my tiny babies. You will definitely get a better dad photo – promise :)

Edinburgh newborn photographer Armands holding his babies

Why trust your newborn baby to us?

Edinburgh-based photographer specialising in baby and newborn photography.

  • Newborn photography has held a special place in my heart since 2010, and in that time, I have had the privilege of capturing the precious moments of over 1000 babies.
  • I hold a national qualification in Newborn Photography Safety and training for other photographers, ensuring the utmost care and professionalism in every photography session.
  • Step into my fully equipped newborn studio, where you’ll find an array of props and colour themes to choose from. Relax on comfy sofas and make yourself at home while I work my magic.
  • At my studio, pets are more than welcome, as they are an integral part of your family.
  • I specialise in providing you with stunning and timeless pieces that will elegantly enhance your living space. Your journey into parenthood is a unique story, and I am dedicated to preserving those cherished moments for you.
  • Discover why we’re the most-reviewed studio in Edinburgh. Don’t just take my word for it explore the experiences shared by hundreds of satisfied clients. Read our google reviews. Or check our newborn testimonials page here.

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Things to Know About Your Newborn Photography Session in Edinburgh

Probably one of the most asked questions is how to prepare for the newborn session. I’m often asked what, how and when to do everything. I have created a very comprehensive how to prepare for the session guide for parents.

The safety of your baby is my first priority. While you’re in my studio, I am committed to caring for your baby as though they were my own.

I have been fully trained in newborn safety. I appreciate how delicate they are and how important it is to support their tiny bodies and to keep them warm and comfortable.

Also when I can, I work with an assistant who helps me during all my newborn photoshoots. Between us, we are able to ensure that your baby is always being held or supported and is completely safe during your photoshoot.

During my over 10 years of experience with newborn babies, I have learned loads of tricks and ways to settle and photograph awake newborns as well. Parents always are a bit worried about how the session will go. I have made a little guide to show possibilities with awake newborn babies. Don’t worry, there is still plenty we can do here.

This might come a bit controversial, but after being a newborn photographer for over 10 years, I have learned that there is no rule of when is the best time for newborn photoshoot. While you doing your research and checking loads of newborn photographers, you will notice many of them give you the magic number of 5-10 days or something like that. Please do not get stressed by this and think if you will not do it in this timeframe, that’s it, all is gone and lost. I get so many messages from worried mums saying they have seen this on some websites and asking if they no more have a chance to get some beautiful newborn portraits.

I always say, yes you probably would like to get this done within the first 4 weeks. Even if you have to do it later, you still can, but your baby portrait will be more alert and not as squishy. With the exception if you have a premi newborn and probably under 6 pounds weight. Then you have a much longer window when you can do a newborn photoshoot.

It is important to book your newborn photoshoot during your pregnancy (anytime after your 20-week scan is ideal) so that we can get the due date secured in my diary. We are NOT booking a specific date yet.
Once the baby arrives, you would get in touch with me within first few days of birth. This gives us the opportunity to book the session date. I would just give you a date somewhere within the first two weeks.

If your baby arrives either earlier or later than expected, we can change the date if necessary. Ideally, your baby would be up to 4 weeks old when they come in for the session, but this greatly varies with each individual baby.

The main importance to me is that you and your baby are comfortable with feeding. I can help with many other things, but if the baby is hungry, there is not much I can do. Basically, I keep in touch with you within the first weeks to establish how things are going and if there is any help you need.

If you’ve missed your chance to have photos taken in those important first four weeks, don’t worry! It’s possible to achieve ‘newborn look’ portraits with babies aged up to six weeks old, and there are many possibilities for photographing babies older than this also.
Check out this blog post I made about the best time to take newborn photos. I even have a video there talking more in-depth about things you might consider.

Newborn photography is very much baby led. I work with baby and we find a best way to achieve nice set of portraits. I always say that me and baby talk and if your little one does not want to do some specific pose, I don’t push. Ability to read the baby is crucial here. However there is always a possibility to do some simple newborn poses and I can almost guarantee that you will get these.

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Watch newborn photoshoot behind the scenes videos

Newborn Photography Gallery

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Newborn Photography Prices

I offer two types of newborn sessions. Please check below which one is suitable for you, or get in touch so we can figure it out together.

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KEEPSAKE AND LUX SESSIONS EXPLAINED

You can also check Newborn keepsake page here.

£299 KEEPSAKE COLLECTION

  • UP TO AN HOUR STUDIO PORTRAIT SESSION
  • SIMPLE POSES
  • 5 DIGITAL PORTRAITS
  • £200 CREDIT TOWARDS UPGRADES (SEE BELOW)

£399 LUX COLLECTION

  • UP TO 2 HOUR STUDIO OR LOCATION PORTRAIT SESSION
  • YOU CAN REQUEST UP TO 5 POSES FROM MY NEWBORN GALLERY
  • 5 DIGITAL PORTRAITS
  • £200 CREDIT TOWARDS UPGRADES (SEE BELOW)
  • PETS CAN BE INCLUDED

BUMPS TO BABY PACKAGES

  • COMBINED SESSIONS TO SAVE £££
  • PACKAGES INCLUDE FULL GALLERY
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UPGRADES

FULL DIGITAL GALLERY £450
SINGLE WALL PORTRAITS FROM £500
ALBUMS FROM £600

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Kind words

  • “Letting a complete stranger hold your child may be daunting but I can honestly say I’ve never felt so comfortable. Armands was so patient with my daughter. He sussed out her body language within a few minutes of holding her and walking about with her.“
    Jenny, Edinburgh
  • “ We had such a good experience with him the first time, that when we found out we were expecting our second baby we contacted him right away to get booked up! We have been delighted with the images from both photoshoots and given the different packages that he offers for purchasing photographs, albums, frames etc. it is easy to get something really special ”
    Julie and Craig, Edinburgh

Parent Resources for newborn photography

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WHAT TO WEAR DURING NEWBORN BABY PHOTO SESSION

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HOW TO CHOOSE A NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER.

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ALL INCLUSIVE £299 NEWBORN MINI SESSIONS EXPLAINED

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WHEN IS THE BEST TIME FOR NEWBORN PHOTO SESSION

Include your family and even furbabies

If you have such a possibility, please do consider it. I know it might be extra planning and organising everything, but treat this as an opportunity to have more beautiful portraits for your children to have. At the end of the day, these types of portraits will be the most important down the line. Over the past years, I had so many families thanking me for encouraging bringing grandparents in. We also have disabled access if needed.

I have made a blog post specifically talking about newborn family photos here.  Would you like some gorgeous sibling and newborn photos? Check out possibilities with newborn and siblings here. 

Things to consider if planning to bring your furbaby too.

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Very often dogs or cats are the very first babies we are looking after and caring for. They have a very special place in our hearts and we definitely take them as part of our families.

I love seeing furbabies in my studio and creating special portraits with newborns and dogs. Have even made a whole blog post about what to consider and how it works. Check it out here bringing your pet to the studio. 

In a nutshell, we need to think about how your furbaby might feel around new baby, how could they do at the studio and what this would mean for you to have these special portraits.

Jumpy and excited dogs are not an issue as 99% of times these portraits are composites and I would never put your baby at risk if I feel your dog could accidentally bump the prop with the baby in it or jump etc. Everything is done in the very same manner.

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Check out different newborn photoshoot ideas we have done over the years

I have compiled a little gallery of different creative poses we have done over the time. Different newborn photoshoot ideas for your inspiration.

Consider Newborn Photography at Home?

Would you like more candid and not so posed newborn photos? A home session would be the perfect way to record these memories.

You have a choice of coming to my spacious Edinburgh studio for a styled newborn photo session or I can come to your house for a more natural candid newborn session. I have made an educational piece for parents comparing two types of newborn sessions here. Also, check out real home photo session galleries here. 

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