If you’re in the middle of those newborn days, I know exactly what that feels like. You’re running on little sleep, trying to remember the last time you drank your coffee while it was still warm. Those first few weeks can feel like a blur! As hard as those first few moments are, we know we will cherish them and want to hold them onto forever.

As a newborn photographer in the Washington D.C. area, I know how easy it is to put off booking newborn photos. Maybe you want to wait until your home feels more “put together.” Maybe you’re not feeling quite like yourself yet. Or maybe life just feels too busy right now.

Can I let you in on a little secret? There’s no perfect time. Schedule your newborn session, hire the photographer. You’ll want to have these meaningful photos of your tiny newborn baby.

Learn more about the Newborn Session Experience here.

images of family of four during Washington DC Newborn Photo session with Tabitha Maegan

Your newborn session is about connection, not perfection

You don’t need to worry about how your home looks or whether your baby will sleep through the session. I’ll gently guide you through everything and focus on what matters most, which is your connection as a new family. If this is your first baby, a new parent is born. This might be the first grandbaby. If this is your second baby, a sibling is born. There are so many changes and connection is everywhere. Your newborn session will also include the little details.

Your baby’s tiny fingers, the way they fit perfectly in your arms, and those little quiet moments between feedings and diaper changes. These are the details you’ll be able to look back on to tell your story.

You don’t have to do anything special for your newborn session. You’ll be present with your family and I’ll take care of the rest.

portrait image of newborn baby with older sister and mother during Washington DC Newborn Photo session with Tabitha Maegan

Lifestyle newborn photography for Washington D.C. families

Unlike traditional posed newborn photography, lifestyle newborn sessions are relaxed and baby-led. We take breaks when your baby needs them and go with the flow.

There will be times when we need to pause for a feeding or to just hold your baby and remind them you’re here. The beauty of this style of newborn photography reflects real life, connection, and details of this stage of life.

And because I photograph newborn sessions in your home, there’s no rushing out the door or packing a bag. Your home is the perfect place for your newborn session because everything you need is already there.

detailed images of newborn baby girl with family members taken at newborn session in Washington DC with Tabitha Maegan

You’ll want to remember this season, even the messy parts

The early days with a new baby are fleeting. You’ll be amazed at how quickly their features change and how much they grow even in the first 1-2 weeks.

When you look back, you won’t care that the laundry was on the couch or that you were still figuring things out. You’ll see the beauty when you look through your newborn photos.

These photos become reminders and memories of the first few weeks, even in the middle of the chaos.