{"id":6109,"date":"2022-04-04T09:35:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-04T08:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/?p=6109"},"modified":"2025-09-17T19:08:38","modified_gmt":"2025-09-17T18:08:38","slug":"best-age-to-photograph-babies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/best-age-to-photograph-babies\/","title":{"rendered":"What&#8217;s the Best Age to Photograph Babies?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The first year of a baby is so full of opportunities for photos. They grow and change so quickly in the first year, and there are so many milestones to capture! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I remember my phone was full of my daughter&#8217;s photos. Every day I took tens of pictures of her expressions, development, outings, activities. I like sending them to my husband, who was at work, and to my mum in Italy so they could be part of her growing journey too. And I&#8217;m sure your phone is full of baby photos too, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>Related post: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/first-year-baby\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The baby first year is amazing and full of emotions<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you invest in professional photography, you want to make sure you get the best moment captured. You can&#8217;t go back every week, right?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-so-what-is-the-best-age-to-photograph-your-baby\">So what is the best age to photograph your baby?<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies--1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6129\" srcset=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies--1024x726.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies--50x35.jpg 50w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies--150x106.jpg 150w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies--300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies-.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As I mentioned previously, there are many milestones during the first year, and they are all very special. So whenever you decide to capture this moment with a professional photographer, I&#8217;m sure you will love the photos and treasure them for a long time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, some ages are definitely better than others in terms of photography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The most popular is the <strong>Newborn<\/strong> stage when the baby is under two weeks old.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Another great stage is the <strong>Sitter<\/strong> &#8211; this could be anywhere from 6 to 8 months when the baby can comfortably sit unaided but is not crawling yet. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>And finally, around the <strong>First Birthday<\/strong> &#8211; this could be from 11 to 13 months. I suggest doing the shoot when the baby is standing with support but not walking yet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-newborn-photo-shoot\">Newborn Photo Shoot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32--1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6110\" srcset=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32--1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32--50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32--150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32--300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/32-.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is the most requested type of session in my studio. I specialise in <a href=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/london-newborn-photographer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">natural newborn photography,<\/a> so I guide the baby in natural-looking poses. I&#8217;m baby-led, and I don&#8217;t force a baby into a pose he doesn&#8217;t feel comfortable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The best time for this type of photo with me is up to three weeks, but the younger, the better. Do you know why? Babies are most sleepy during the first two weeks, and they will stay calm during the session. They are still tiny and flexible, so they will comfortably curl up in foetal positions as they were inside the womb. I can take the cutest photos of your baby and capture some beautiful details in this position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At two weeks,&nbsp;many babies have their first significant growth spurt, which means they will feed more and stay awake longer. They will be more restless and stretch more as they know the space around them.  I love capturing these moments and babies with open eyes, but I like to manage parents&#8217; expectations if you book when your baby is older. Around that age, some babies might start to develop baby acne, making post-production a little bit more complicated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you prefer sleepy photos, it is essential to book your newborn shoot when you are still pregnant. I will pencil in a date according to your due date, and once the baby has arrived, we can confirm a suitable date within that early window.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I get it\u2014things don\u2019t always go as planned. Sometimes there\u2019s extra time in the hospital, or mum isn\u2019t feeling great after birth, and you\u2019d rather wait a bit. I completely understand. The tiny time window often mentioned for newborn photography is for those traditional, super-posed images with sleepy babies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/london-photographer-best-age-683x1024.jpg\" alt=\"collage of baby photos taken during a photoshoot with London newborn photographer Valentina\" class=\"wp-image-10268\" srcset=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/london-photographer-best-age-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/london-photographer-best-age-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/london-photographer-best-age-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/london-photographer-best-age-50x75.jpg 50w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/london-photographer-best-age.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>However, my style is more natural and adaptable to your baby\u2019s needs. If your baby is awake, I\u2019ll capture those alert moments. If they\u2019re 10 weeks old and can\u2019t curl up as much, that\u2019s perfectly fine. To a mum\u2019s eyes, they\u2019re still a little baby, and every photo is precious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019ve never turned down a mum because her baby was &#8220;too old,&#8221; and I never will. As a mum myself, I know the importance of these photos as time goes on. In fact, many parents prefer photographing older babies because they enjoy capturing those open eyes and little interactions rather than just the sleepy images. Ultimately, it\u2019s all about what feels right for you and your baby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-sitter-photo-shoot\">Sitter Photo Shoot<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/23-4355-pp_gallery\/baby-photographer-london-06.jpg\" alt=\"6 month old baby smiling - black and white photo\" class=\"wp-image-4421\" srcset=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/23-4355-pp_gallery\/baby-photographer-london-06.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/23-4355-pp_gallery\/baby-photographer-london-06-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/23-4355-pp_gallery\/baby-photographer-london-06-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/23-4355-pp_gallery\/baby-photographer-london-06-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Between 6 and 8 months, or when your baby is ready to sit comfortably without support, is one of my favourite stages! I love this milestone because you can see the baby&#8217;s personality shining. They can understand and interact, resulting in beautiful facial expressions and fun photoshoots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some babies can be a little bit shy, especially if they don&#8217;t interact much with other people. I found lockdown babies, for example, having difficulties warming up. But, after a little while, they will be comfortable and show their best side. They are usually happy to sit in one place and play with a small toy or clap their hands, giving me many photo opportunities. I love having babies on their tummies and laying on their backs for some variety. So the sitter session will have the fun, the laughs, the serious stares and of course, some great photos with parents that you can never miss in a professional photoshoot. Mums, in particular, don&#8217;t have many chances to be captured with their babies. This is undoubtedly an excellent opportunity for some memories together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to book your milestone season at least a month in advance, especially if you think about a weekend date!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-first-birthday\">First Birthday<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/first-birthday-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Baby girl turning one! She sits on the floor with a wooden cake and the one words at the back\" class=\"wp-image-6125\" srcset=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/first-birthday-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/first-birthday-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/first-birthday-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/first-birthday-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/first-birthday.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The first year ends with the most significant milestone, the first birthday! It&#8217;s such a special event for every parent and family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Clients who had a newborn session with me like coming back to mark this milestone. I suggest doing the session before they turn one when they can stand, maybe supporting themselves on a chair or stool, but they don&#8217;t walk around yet. So maybe around month 11.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This shoot is a proper family session. There are photos of the baby, photos with mum, dad and siblings. Cake smash used to be very popular, but I offer now simple portrait sessions with no mess time. I found babies were not too happy to get dirty and touch cakes, so I replaced that with a wooden cake. They love to play around with it, take the pieces off, and generally, they are happier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Doing the photos before the actual birthday will also allow you to have the photos on time for the birthday party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"726\" src=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies-1024x726.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-6130\" srcset=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies-1024x726.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies-50x35.jpg 50w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies-150x106.jpg 150w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies-300x213.jpg 300w, https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/best-age-to-photograph-babies.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ll be happy to talk more about any of these sessions and help you plan your baby&#8217;s shoot. Please fill out the form below and I&#8217;ll be ready to chat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" name=\"lc_contact_form\" frameborder=\"0\" width=\"100%\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.17hats.com\/ruby\/embed\/lead\/form\/rtvgpdhssfhcpkwfxgwcgxzspwhtwxhw\"><\/iframe><script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"https:\/\/photographybyvalentina.17hats.com\/vendor\/iframeSizer.min.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to see my more recent work please visit my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/by_valentina\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Instagram<\/a> account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The first year of a baby is so full of opportunities for photos. 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