Newborn Session Inspiration & Styling Guide
BECAUSE EVERY DETAIL MATTERS WHEN THE MOMENT IS ONLY THIS SMALL ONCE
Session Breakdown – Poses, Props & Styling
NEWBORN SESSION WORKFLOW & PHOTO INSPIRATION – LET’S BRING YOUR VISION TO LIFE!
💕 FLEXIBILITY IS KEY:
I’ll always do my best to recreate your chosen setups, however every baby is unique and their comfort and safety always come first. Every little one has their own personality - and unfortunately, they aren’t robots. They don’t arrive with a "Perfect Pose” Button (trust me, I checked), so we work within your baby’s needs, limitations and session time to create the best possible results.
🖼️ INSPIRATION IMAGES:
If there are setups you love from my portfolio, please send screenshots at least 2 days prior to your session. This helps me prepare your session workflow ahead of time.
WHAT TO SEND:
📷 5-8 Favourite Images from my portfolio
🎀 Mix of Wrapped + Unwrapped Images
👗 Only One Outfit Example – One outfit is used per newborn session.
PLEASE AVOID SENDING:
🚫 Only Naked/Unwrapped Images - sessions must include a mix of wrapped & partially wrapped poses
🚫 Multiple Outfit Examples - only one outfit will be used during the session
🚫 Only Composite Images - please include standard poses and setups as well
💕 I’ll do my best to match your inspiration, but every baby is unique and their comfort always comes first.
Session Overview & Important Information
Everything you need to know for a smooth, relaxed & beautifully styled newborn session
WHAT TO EXPECT – SESSION DETAILS & STYLING:
🎭 Five Beautiful Prop Setups - Thoughtfully styled to create variety and timeless gallery.
📸 Balanced Mix of Poses - Session includes natural, partially wrapped, and fully swaddled images
IMPORTANT SESSION GUIDELINES:
🚫 Session cannot be only unwrapped/naked poses - they must be balanced with swaddled and partially wrapped shots.
⚠️ Please avoid sending only unwrapped/naked inspiration images - A well-rounded gallery requires a variety of styles and setups.
🎀 Fully wrapped shots are essential — they keep baby calm, support a smooth session flow, and help create a larger gallery.
OUTFIT GUIDELINES & LIMITATIONS:
👗 One Outfit Per Session – We use one actual outfit during the session (not including wraps or styled setups).
📸 Same Outfit for All Outfit-Based Setups – Any outfit images will feature the same outfit throughout.
🚫 No Multiple Outfit Changes – Frequent outfit changes can unsettle baby and disrupt the session flow.
😴 Babies Thrive With Minimal Changes – Outfit swaps will unsettle baby & limit the poses/setups we’re able to achieve.
📷 Inspiration Images – Please avoid sending multiple outfit inspiration photos, as only one outfit will be used.
Examples - Naked, Outfit & Unwrapped
NATURAL, TIMELESS, PURE NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY
Here are examples of Naked, Outfit and Unwrapped Shots — featuring classic newborn posing without baby being swaddled. Baby may be wearing a sweet little outfit or posed modestly in props. These setups include beanbag poses, bucket shots, and those precious bare-skin moments parents adore.
This style allows your baby’s tiny features, soft rolls, and natural expressions to shine. From curled-up poses to sleepy stretches, these carefully supported setups highlight your newborn’s natural beauty while keeping them safe, secure, and comfortable.
Unwrapped images flow beautifully, allowing us to create a wide variety of looks with different props, textures and angles. Whether they’re snuggled in a romper, tucked into a bucket, or snoozing on the beanbag, these timeless images focus on pure, simple sweetness.
These setups create heartfelt, classic portraits that let your little one take centre stage — just as they are in this fleeting, perfect moment.
Examples - Swaddled and Partially Wrapped
SNUG, SWEET & BEAUTIFUL NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY
Here are examples of Swaddled and Partially Wrapped Shots, where your baby is gently swaddled or partially swaddled in soft, delicate wraps and fabrics, for a timeless and adorable look. These poses create a sense of warmth and security, helping babies stay calm, settled and sleepy — perfect for capturing peaceful, dreamy images.
Swaddled and Partially Wrapped setups are also a wonderful way to maximise your gallery, offering variety without frequent outfit changes or complex posing. With smooth transitions between props and backdrops, we can achieve multiple looks, angles and textures while keeping baby comfortable and content.
Partially wrapped poses provide a beautiful balance between snug and natural styling, allowing tiny hands, feet or sweet little features to peek through. This gives your gallery a mix of cosy, classic shots and gently detailed moments — all while keeping baby safe, secure and perfectly supported.
📷 Newborn Photography in Melbourne – Creating Beautiful Memories 💕
At Alana Taylor Photography, we specialise in newborn photography in Melbourne, capturing the tiniest details of your little one in a safe and comfortable environment. With over 15 years of experience, we provide beautifully styled newborn sessions featuring a variety of wrapped, unwrapped, and swaddled poses. Our studio, located in Clyde, Melbourne, welcomes families from surrounding areas, including Cranbourne, Berwick, Narre Warren, Pakenham, Officer, Beaconsfield, Endeavour Hills, Carrum Downs, and Frankston.
As a leading newborn photographer in Melbourne, we ensure that every session is carefully planned, using soft, delicate fabrics and thoughtfully curated props to create timeless and artistic portraits. Whether you're looking for classic newborn photography, creative setups, or natural baby poses, we offer a seamless experience tailored to your vision.
If you're searching for a Melbourne newborn photographer to capture your baby’s first precious moments, contact Alana Taylor Photography today and let us create stunning images you’ll cherish forever. 💕