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27 August 2026 · 2 min read · Mehfil Photo Studio

Planning a newborn session

When to book, what to bring and how we keep babies safe and warm.

The best time for a newborn session is between five and fifteen days after birth, when babies sleep deeply and curl naturally. Book during the third trimester with an estimated date, and call us once the baby arrives; we hold space for newborns every week.

On the day, feed your baby just before you leave home, and dress them in something that opens at the front so we can undress them without waking them. The studio is kept warm, around 27 degrees, so parents should dress lightly.

We allow three hours, with breaks for feeding and changing. Our photographer is trained in newborn safety. Every pose is supported, a parent or assistant’s hand is always close, and some poses that look like a baby is balancing are actually two photos combined.

All wraps and props are washed after every session. Bring anything special, such as a grandmother’s shawl, and we will include it.

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