If you’re pregnant and thinking about newborn photos, you might be wondering when you actually need to book.

This is one of the most common questions I get, and the short answer is this: it is best to book your newborn photographer while you are still pregnant.

That does not mean we need to know the exact day your baby will arrive. It just means reserving space around your due date so everything feels simple once baby is here.

The best time to book your newborn photographer

The ideal time to book your newborn photographer in Perth is usually during your second or third trimester.

Booking during pregnancy means:

• you have one less thing to think about once baby arrives
• I can reserve space around your due date
• you have time to ask questions and plan
• everything feels much less last minute

Once your baby is here, life can feel like a blur very quickly. Having your session already organised takes a lot of pressure off.

What if my baby arrives early or late?

That is completely okay.

Babies rarely arrive exactly when expected, which is why newborn photographers usually work around your due date rather than locking in one fixed day too early.

Once baby arrives, we confirm the final session timing based on how everyone is feeling and what works best.

What age is best for newborn photos?

Newborn sessions are often photographed within the first couple of weeks, but there is no need to panic if that window passes.

Beautiful newborn photos can still be created a little later too.

My style of newborn photography is natural and connection-focused, so the session is less about forcing very specific poses and more about documenting your baby, your family and the love surrounding this new chapter.

Why booking early helps

Booking early means you have time to think about:

• whether you’d like an in-home session
• what kind of feel you want
• what to wear
• whether you’d like to include siblings
• how the session will work once baby is here

It also gives you peace of mind knowing it is already sorted.

If you’re wondering when to book a newborn photographer in Perth, the best time is while you are still pregnant. That way, everything feels easier once baby arrives and you can simply focus on settling into life with your little one.

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