Newborn photography is a special and exciting experience. Newborns change so much after their first couple weeks of life, that it’s best to photograph newborn babies before they are two weeks old. After two weeks, many newborns develop baby acne and aren’t as flexible as they were during their first few days of life. Newborn babies

Here are a few tips to take successful newborn baby photographs:

HEAT YOUR ROOM
One of my most important things about photographing newborns is to make sure that the space you photograph the newborn in is very warm. Like adults and kids, newborns don’t like being cold, so turn up the heat if you want a happy baby. If you plan on doing naked baby shots, the temperature of the room is critical. mitmunk

FEED & CHANGE THE DIAPER OF YOUR BABY
Babies are happiest when they have recently been fed, so make sure to feed your baby subject before the shoot. Also, no one likes a dirty diaper, so make sure to check your baby’s diaper before the shoot so that he or she doesn’t feel any discomfort. the 1010 boys.com

CREATE A BABY NEST NEAR A WINDOW
Most babies tend to flinch when flash from a camera is used. Therefore, it’s best to situate your subject close to a window so that natural light can be used. If you have a bean bag or a couple big pillows, arrange them to make a “nest” on a table, stand, or on the floor near the light source. Cover the nest with a few baby blankets and you’ve got the perfect setup. ozonepurity

BE PATIENT
When photographing a baby, you have to work on the baby’s schedule. So don’t rush, take your time, and enjoy the experience.

SOOTH YOUR SUBJECT
You can sooth a baby by making a repetitive soothing noise. Another method of soothing a baby is picking the baby up and slight rocking it back and forth. If you have warm hands, you can try placing one of your finders between the two eyebrows of the baby. There is a pressure point in this area and it causes the baby to feel sleep and relaxed. minebook

MOVE AROUND
In order to get the perfect photograph, you should try to move around your subject. There are definitely more flattering angles to every face. Try photographing from the side, above and from different angles that seem appropriate. Make sure to allow light to hit your subjects face and body while moving around him or her.