The Ultimate Guide to Newborn & Maternity Portrait Sessions in Central Illinois
The Ultimate Guide to Newborn & Maternity Portrait Sessions in Central Illinois
Welcoming a new baby is a momentous occasion, and capturing this beautiful time with professional portraits ensures that these memories last a lifetime. At Pixels by Emily, we specialize in luxury maternity and newborn photography, offering an unparalleled experience for families in Mahomet, Champaign, Bloomington, Normal, and the surrounding areas.
If you're expecting and wondering when, where, and how to schedule your maternity and newborn portrait sessions, this guide will provide all the details you need!
When to Book Your Session
Maternity Sessions: The ideal time for a maternity session is between 28-34 weeks when your belly is beautifully round, but before the discomfort of late pregnancy sets in.
Newborn Sessions: We recommend scheduling newborn portraits well before your baby arrives to ensure availability. The best time to photograph newborns is within the first 6-21 days of life, when babies are still sleepy and naturally curl into those sweet, womb-like poses.
Why Choose Pixels by Emily for Your Maternity & Newborn Portraits?
Our studio is known for its white-glove, full-service experience, ensuring that every session is stress-free and results in heirloom-quality portraits. Here’s what sets us apart:
Luxury wardrobe & styling – Access to our collection of couture maternity gowns and delicate newborn wraps.
Expert posing & lighting – Flattering maternity poses and gentle newborn posing for timeless elegance.
Custom-designed artwork – We create bespoke wall art, heirloom albums, and framed prints to showcase your family’s journey.
A calm, relaxed experience – Our sessions are never rushed, allowing time for soothing and feeding breaks as needed.
Safe & professional handling – As a certified professional photographer, newborn safety is our top priority.
Preparing for Your Maternity Session
To ensure the best results, here are a few tips for preparing:
Wardrobe: Choose soft, flowing dresses or fitted gowns that accentuate your bump. Our studio offers an exclusive collection of maternity gowns. You should also have well-fitting, seamless, strapless undergarments that will not create bumps and patterns underneath your dress.
Glamour & Beauty: We offer professional hair and makeup services to enhance your natural glow.
Location Choices: Primarily, our sessions take place in our luxury studio in Mahomet, but we can accommodate an outdoor session in the Champaign, Urbana, or Mahomet area for certain session packages.
What to Expect from Your Newborn Session
Warm, cozy studio environment to keep your baby comfortable.
Soft, neutral-toned, and richly hued wraps and props designed for timeless newborn portraits.
Parental & sibling portraits are offered in most of our packages.
Relax while we handle everything – Parents can sit back and enjoy the moment while we gently pose and photograph their baby.
Preserving These Precious Memories
After your session, we invite you to a personalized Art Selection Appointment, where we help you choose the perfect artwork to display in your home. Whether it’s a custom-framed wall portrait, a luxury album, or a set of fine art prints, we ensure that your images become cherished heirlooms.
Book Your Maternity or Newborn Session Today
Spots for newborn and maternity sessions fill quickly, so we encourage you to book in advance.