Park Ridge Newborn Photography Session with Samuel, 20 Days New

I know you are going to love this little hunk of handsome just as much as I do! He did such a wonderful job during his Park Ridge newborn photography session.

Baby boy in gray cap asleep in box in studio near Park Ridge Illinois

Finding a Newborn Photographer

Samuel’s mom found me through word of mouth, which was fun! Many of my new families find me when they Google “newborn photographer near me” or stumble across my work on Instagram. But Samuel’s mom and I got connected after I asked for recommendations through the Park Ridge Virtual Chatter group on Facebook.

I love all the many ways there are now to connect with families. If you’re looking for a newborn photographer, I always recommend using all your resources. Google it, give yourself an excuse to just scroll through social media for a while, and of course, talk to other moms in your area!

Baby boy swaddled in earth tones and lying in wooden bowl prop
Classic newborn photography near Park Ridge Illinois

What if I Have an Older Newborn?

Samuel was 20 days new when he came to see me at my Long Grove newborn studio. People often hear that newborn photos have to be done within the first two weeks of life, but it’s always worth checking to see what your photographer’s policy is.

The first-two-weeks recommendation is a good one, because at that early stage, babies tend to be very sleepy and flexible, so it’s perfect for posing them in a studio environment. Later, things like baby acne can crop up too, so your photos might require more editing if you get baby in when they’re three or four weeks old.

Personally, I consider the two-week rule a great rule of thumb, but I am always happy to photograph older babies too! As you can see with Samuel, it usually works out great!

New baby boy wrapped in gray
Infant boy asleep in wooden box cushioned with green blankets during Park Ridge newborn photography session

Park Ridge Newborn Photography

Looking for an experienced newborn photographer near your home in Park Ridge? Just like Samuel’s mom, you don’t have to look any further! I would love to welcome you and your little one to my studio for a customized and hassle-free portrait session. Get in touch and let’s find a place for you on the calendar!

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Agata Brannon Photography specializes in newborn, maternity, baby and family photography in Palatine, Illinois and surrounding Northwest Chicago including but not limited to Schaumburg and Arlington Heights

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I know I haven’t posted in a while, but I’m still here! 

The past couple of weeks have been incredibly busy with newborn sessions almost every day, along with maternity and milestone sessions mixed in. It has truly been a crazy May so far, and the newborn snuggles will continue all through next week as well.

I absolutely love what I do and enjoy every minute of capturing those precious first days for families. Between shooting daily and nonstop editing, my days have definitely been full.

I also wanted to give everyone a little update on galleries — all sessions photographed through May 4 have been delivered. I’m currently working on proofs from May 5 and this past week, so those proof galleries will be heading out very soon.

Thank you all so much for your patience and support. I can’t wait to share more beautiful sneak peeks with you soon!

And to start things off, here is a beautiful baby boy I recently photographed at 19 days old. 

If you’re expecting, it’s always best to reserve your newborn session during your second trimester, as I’m not always able to accommodate last-minute bookings.

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A glimpse into my motherhood sessions set up from last week.

For those who missed out or couldn’t make the dates work, I will be extending a limited number of sessions with this same setup. Limited availability is open during the last two weeks of May, as well as select dates in June. These sessions will take place on weekdays, typically in the morning hours.

These can be booked as motherhood sessions, breastfeeding sessions, maternity sessions, or multi-generational portraits including mom and kids, grandma and grandkids, or all three together.

To celebrate mothers throughout May and June, these sessions will be offered at a special seasonal rate. My sessions are never discounted, so this is a rare opportunity to take advantage of this offering. Wardrobe is available for moms and children up to 12 months, and small selection of dresses for girls up to 5T

And keep an eye out — I will also be offering a limited outdoor version of motherhood and breastfeeding sessions in the late afternoon hours during June.

If this has been on your heart, I would love to create something meaningful for you during this season 🫶

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