Newborn Guide

 Welcome

Thank you for trusting me to capture your newborn’s earliest days. My approach is centered on creating timeless, authentic, and heartfelt portraits that reflect your family as you truly are.

I follow a baby-led approach to posing, allowing each session to unfold naturally based on your newborn’s needs and rhythms. This results in organic, gently guided images using soft, neutral tones and familiar, comforting poses.

My goal is to preserve the quiet beauty of this season and the connection you share—so you can hold onto these moments for years to come.

Family of four with a mother, father, a young girl, and a newborn, smiling and enjoying their first family photos with their new baby

2026 Packages

A newborn baby sleeping peacefully, surrounded by a man and a woman who are tenderly touching the baby's head and face, showing love and care.

Signature Newborn Session, $1500

The complete digital gallery (60+ artistically edited, high-resolution images)

Typically scheduled between 10-20 days after birth

Photoshoots last around 90 minutes

Includes access to my client closet of 20+ dresses and baby wraps, headbands, and outfits

Includes various groupings for photos with each parent and siblings, as well as solo photos of baby.

Studio is located in San Jose, 95125

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What to Expect

I schedule newborn photos in the first three weeks after the birth, when babies are still sleepy and curly. I schedule newborn photos on weekdays in my San Jose studio. You are welcome to request additional times if you don’t see them on the calendar.

If you are pregnant, we will pencil in a date as a placeholder in my calendar. We will confirm after the birth if this date is still a good time, or adjust the date as needed.

Your session with me will be relaxed and easygoing! My goal is to help you feel comfortable and to enjoy a wonderful time with family.

Styling & wardrobe is a foundational element in creating beautiful photos. I will share a Style Guide with tips on what to wear and my favorite stores for buying clothing. I also have dresses and some children’s clothing available to borrow. In general, I just recommend light, neutral, solid clothing. I advise to avoid patterns or dark colors.

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Bump to Baby Package, $2600

MOST POPULAR OPTION for maternity & newborn photos!

Bundle the two Signature photoshoots together at booking, and receive extra savings!

Maternity photos are typically scheduled outdoors, between 30-32 weeks along.

Newborn photos are scheduled for 10-20 days after the due date.

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Why choose Iris & Lace?

As a fellow mama, I completely understand the beauties (and unique challenges!) of the newborn stage. That’s why I feel it’s so important to invest in an experienced newborn photographer, who has been in your parenting shoes and photographed literally hundreds of other newborns in the Bay Area!

I have over 90 Five Star reviews on Google and hundreds of happy clients.

My in-home studio is located conveniently in the middle of San Jose. By coming to my studio, you don’t have to worry about cleaning your home, the lighting in your house, or figuring out wardrobe. I can fully style mamas and babies. I have preselected the fabrics and knits that photograph well, and have invested in beautiful designer dresses for mama to wear and feel beautiful.

I recommend choosing me if you are drawn to a modern, organic, lifestyle approach to newborn photography. My galleries don’t have cutesy setups or complicated props in my photoshoots. My styling gravitates towards soft neutral whites and lace or knit fabrics.

I keep my galleries clean and light, so the photos will stand the test of time.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I love the idea of bringing grandparents along! It is so important to have photos with multiple generations of family. Just note that there’s a $100 add on for extended family to attend.

  • Please allow up to 2 weeks. (If you haven’t heard from me in two weeks, email me to make sure the gallery delivery email didn’t get lost in the mail!)

  • I like to schedule around 28-32 weeks pregnant, but not usually much later than 34 weeks.

  • No problem! You’ll book an estimated date. This is a placeholder in my calendar for you. You’ll message to confirm after the birth if this date still works or if we should make any scheduling adjustments.

  • Being able to share my work on my website & social media is how I stay in business.
    I never share identifying information, clients names or tag my clients in any images.
    I do take a very limited number of bookings per month, so at this time, I’m keeping my calendar available for clients who allow me to share the work that I create.

  • You will receive a detailed Style Guide after you are booked! In general, I recommend light, solid, neutral clothing- especially white and cream.

  • Fill out the questionnaire linked at the bottom of my Welcome Email. Once I receive that questionnaire, I’ll send you a link to my booking calendar to schedule your date.