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Last Week in Studio: Little Sitters, Siblings, Parents, and New Arrivals

Offering adorable baby milestone sessions as well as posed newborn photography featuring sibling, parent, and family setups, Sarah shares highlights from last week's sessions! 

Howdy, friends! Today's blog post is a fun one because you get to see last week's sessions + what makes them special. Welcome! Let's get started!

Big Brother Link | Newborn Photography with Sibling

This sweet big brother, named Link, could not have been sweeter during his sibling portion of little sister's newborn session. Link is not even two years old, yet, either, so this is a great posing idea for sibling. These images are included in the "full' newborn collection, but are also available as an add on in every other collection I offer, such as the wrapped mini, bean bag mini, and petite sessions. My favorite part of this setup is how clean and classic all the colors are; I adore timeless and vintage inspired sessions, so the lace headband, ivory wrap, cream flokati rug, and simple white shirt and dark wash jeans are the perfect outfit for a sibling and newborn baby girl setup. Link was especially special to me because he was so tender and soft with his baby sister.

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Mia at nearly 3 weeks new

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Mia is a brand new arrival who visited my Houston Newborn Baby Portrait Studio at just under 3 weeks old. Her session is special because she's the first baby who's mama booked my brand new session offering, called the newborn wrapped mini! Featuring gorgeous textiles, antique and rustic floor props, and full styling such as bonnets and dainty tiebacks, this is a great option for babies who are 30 days or newer. This is designed for parents seeking just a few stunning and unique images of their new cherub. These sessions are also special because they're under an hour long so you're in and out of the studio really quickly! 

Grady's Little Sitter Session at 7 Months Old

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Handsome Grady absolutely stole my heart! From the moment his mama brought him into the studio, he was all smiles. His captivating blue eyes and strawberry blond hair had me wanting to snuggle him the entire time! We did several setups, 5-6, and really showcased adorable outfits that are available to all of my clients. Full styling and accessories are provided for all little sitter sessions, including baby milestone photography. You may be interested in reading about 14 New Outfits in My Client Closet + everything you need to know about sitter milestone baby sessions. These sessions set themselves apart because there are (3) pricing tiers you may select from; this caters to different budgets and also offers affordable Houston Baby Photography to new parents. There's a mini, standard, or deluxe package.

First time parents Rachel & Brian | Family + Newborn Photography

Rachel and Brian were such a treat to photograph in studio! They visited when their little girl was just under a week old. I was completely impressed with them, too! Mom is a pediatrician and just finished her residency, right when having a new baby! They even were in the middle of closing on their house and moving just a few short days later. Talk about super parents, huh? For their parent portion, Mom wore a stunning blush top that looks lovely against the white light; Dad wore a classic blue button up. Adorned with an ivory wrap and soft, muted pink headband, their little lass is the perfect bundle of joy. Mom and Dad booked the 'petite' option on my pricing guide. This is the perfect collection for first time parents who would like lovely images such as mom with baby, dad with baby, and parents together with baby.

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Aria at 7 Days Fresh | New Earth side Arrival

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It's no secret that Houston Newborn Photography is my specialty and where I thrive! Nothing gives me as much joy as working with babies who are less than a month old; preserving this time for parents is incredibly rewarding and I cannot believe I call this my full-time job! Parent of being one of the best Houston Newborn Photographers (2016-2018) is offering beautiful setups that are not only unique and timeless but also showcase baby in the most precious of ways! Baby in a bucket is part of every session I do. Aria weighs just over 7 pounds and has a head full of gorgeous dark brown hair. Her tiny fingers, button nose, and sweet lips truly are stunning. You may be interested in also reading 7 Tricks to Rock Baby in a Bucket Pose, which also focuses on newborn safety and training.

Heidi | 8 Days old at 6 pounds

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Beautiful Heidi visited at 8 days old and her session featured tons of naked bean bag posing, which was Mom's preference. The main color in her session was aquamarine with teal accents. Her session is special because all of my newborn props are hand-crafted by incredible vendors all over the world! This headband, for instance, is from the UK and is from a great gal called Created by Carli. Her items are impeccable; while they are an investment, they set newborn sessions apart through creativity, unique looks, and also they're dainty and petite. My preference is for all the styling to fit my brand which is rustic, classic, dreamy, timeless. 

Lily Rose | 8 pounds & 7 days old

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Lily Rose is a completely gorgeous baby girl! At over 8 pounds, technically nearly 9, she was so squishy and chubby! Her cheeks and beautiful features are perfection! I adore this setup of her, which features cream, ivory, lace, and a wooden rustic bowl because we're able to see her face, hands, toes, and she looks completely at peace. When working with new arrivals, such as precious newborn babies, the sessions are very laid back and serene. Your baby should never be in distress or crying. I have years of experience and pride myself on finishing my sessions in 2 hours or less. 

Baby girl M | Lovely Lilac & Lavender 

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Baby girl M came for her newborn session at just over a week old. Weighing 6 pounds and having a breathtaking head full of hair, this little lady was the perfect newborn session! She slept beautifully for me and rocked each and every one of her poses. Her color scheme showcases many purple tones such as lavender and lilac. Soft, muted, classic. The quintessential colors for a dainty little lady! Her session was also a favorite of mine because her parents are long time clients! I've been working with them for years, so it was really fun to catch up with them during their fall family session, Mom's outdoor, natural light maternity session, and then see them again for the posed newborn appointment. 

Michelle & Jeff | Baby Plan Membership Clients

Michelle and Jeff were great to have in studio! On top of being wonderful and sweet, they're also baby plan membership clients with a maternity session add-on. This means they secured an outdoor, natural light pregnancy portraiture session, posed in-studio newborn photos, and I'll also see them for their little girl's 7 month sitter session and even a 12 month cake smash & splash! You may enjoy seeing their maternity session featuring two adorable fur siblings!

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Are you currently looking for a portrait photographer who specializes in stunning belly to first year sessions? Let's chat! I am always happy to answer any questions you may have. 

Sarah Borchgrevink Photography is a Houston Newborn Photographer specializing in gorgeous posed newborn sessions. Her studio is located in Northwest Harris County. In addition to breathtaking baby portraiture, Sarah also offers stylish natural light family photography as well as dynamic outdoor maternity sessions for expecting mothers and couples. Sarah joyfully serves the entire Harris and Montgomery county areas including Houston, Cypress, Tomball, Spring, The Woodlands, Kingwood, Memorial & West Houston, Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, Richmond, West University and Rice Village.

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Updated Client Closet | 14 Precious Outfits for 6-12 Month Babies

Located in Houston, Sarah Borchgrevink Photography offers darling photo sessions for infants. See the newest clothing available for your session.

6-12 Month Old Infant Milestone Portraits

Good morning, gang! This post is informative because many parents ask, "What should my baby wear to their photo appointment with you, Sarah?" I have great news: all styling is provided by me. This means everything for the session is in my studio. I have many adorable props, such as bowls, buckets, baskets, flokati rugs, etc., all of which match my classic, timeless, dreamy, and rustic photography style. I adore all things vintage and antique; the heart of my newborn portraiture is timeless, so this styling feeds into my sessions for sitters, who are 6 months old, and 12-month sessions, which are for little ones turning the big O-N-E-.

My favorite prop vendor for baby attire is George & Annie, located in Australia. She is my favorite person to purchase outfits from and I love updating my prop stash with her gorgeous items!  

The best baby sessions feature outfits in which there are zero distracting patterns or logos. By providing a client closet to you, this not only makes the session preparation easier for you but ensures you have precious images of your little one! Simply come to my Houston Baby Portrait Studio, and leave all the setup and styling to me. In fact, I recently shared my go-to floor prop vendor, who is based in Poland. I often incorporate her pieces into my styling. 

Her hand-crafted outfits are adorable. See a Sample Gallery of Outfits in Use so you can see how perfectly they showcase a little baby boy (or even a girl!). 

Moreover, if this is your first time visiting my blog, these topics may be very helpful to you.

Updated 3-22-19 | 10 New Outfits for Your Little Ones!

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Baby Girls Halter One-pieces Romper Jumpsuit Sunsuit Outfit
Baby Girl Bodysuit Sleeveless Ruffles Romper in 6-12 Months
Long Sleeve Snap Button Thin Sweater Bodysuit (Brown, 6-9 Months)
Baby Girl Romper Bodysuits Cotton Flutter Sleeve One-Piece Romper Outfits Clothes (Light Purple, 6-12 Months)
Bodysuit Newborn Corduroy Cross Bandage Jumpsuit Pink Size 6-12 Months
Sleeveless Strap Romper Jumpsuit Overalls Pants Outfits Summer Yellow/3-9 Months

14 Newest Outfits Available to You

The reason I love this vendor so much is that all of the outfits are stylish yet simple. This lends the perfect vintage flair that I adore. Moreover, the rustic, wooden buttons are completely adorable and timeless. They add fun details to the images but your baby is still the highlight of the image. 

30 years from now, you want to remember your little one's absolutely breathtaking features. Their smile; their darling tootsie toes, the way their hands have a little roll of baby fat; those long lashes, puckered lips, tufts of hair, and belly! 

My client closet is completely available to you. I look forward to providing you with dreamy images of your little one! If there is a certain piece you have seen, I am happy to pull it for you, otherwise, we chat about likes and dislike beforehand so you're sure to swoon over your final gallery.

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bohemian style little sitter clothing
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Vintage & Natural Bed Prop | 'Mamamada' is Featured Vendor of June

Daniel's posed newborn session featuring a natural mini bed. Check out the featured prop vendor of the month!

Greetings, friends, and howdy to you! Thanks for visiting my blog! For today's post, I am sharing information about one of my favorite vendors I have recently discovered. You see, when designing gorgeous sessions for my newborn clients, I like to have props that are not only unique, but also natural, timeless, and inspired by all things vintage. I am also often asked where I find my props. This post is great if you're simply curious about where to find awesome props or maybe even looking for a little bit of newborn boy inspiration for an upcoming session.

These make for the best sessions and are truly a stunning keepsake of this precious time in your life. Welcoming a new baby is one of the best milestones; as a professional photographer, I can attest my little ones are the light of my life! This has strongly influenced my love for posing babies and creating works of art parents may cherish for generations.

This wooden floor prop is available in two colors within my studio: cream and brown. I often use the cream color for little girls and the natural brown for little lads! However, they're totally interchangeable and can be used for both genders. Daniel is an absolute squish so as soon as Mom relayed he is 9 pounds, I knew he would look fantastic in the tooshie up pose inside of a wooden newborn prop.

Mamamada is a favorite vendor of mine because her props are simply the best! She has pieces in the following categories:

  • woolen, wooden, metal, baskets, prop sets, wraps & layers, hair props, and even editing and retouching preset(s) for Lightroom!

Wow! Another reason Mamamada is one of my favorite newborn prop vendors is that each item is made with love and care. These are not mass produced items from a big box store, like Amazon or Target; these are individual pieces made by the owner. They are unique and special because they have their own character. They are also timeless and have a rustic look to them, which is perfect for my brand! I adore all of her props and have invested in more items, which I'll showcase later on. :-) 

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natural newborn props
adorable bed prop for newborn session

Another reason why I adore this vendor is because the customer service is perfection. Items are shipped quickly and a tracking number is provided. This is in line with the way I do business for my own photography studio so it makes me happy to see someone who delights in ensuring everything is perfect for the clients! 

9 pounds and perfectly plump 

Now that I've shown you the darling vintage-inspired bed, here are more highlights from Daniel's session. I hope you enjoy seeing all things natural, neutral, classic, and timeless. Providing dreamy and stunning newborn images is my favorite part of my job! 

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As always, thank you for visting my little 'ol blog! I hope you enjoyed seeing my favorite featured vendor of the month and reading more about what makes her props ever so special! Moreover, I love sharing higlights from Daniel's session; he is a baby plan client, so you'll be seeing him again in 6 months for his sitter session. :-) Wishing you a joyful afternoon, friends!

xoxo,

Sarah

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Sarah Borchgrevink Photography is a Houston Newborn Photographer specializing in gorgeous posed newborn sessions. Her studio is located in Northwest Harris County. In addition to breathtaking baby portraiture, Sarah also offers stylish natural light family photography as well as dynamic outdoor maternity sessions for expecting mothers and couples. Sarah joyfully serves the entire Harris and Montgomery county areas including Houston, Cypress, Tomball, Spring, The Woodlands, Kingwood, Memorial & West Houston, Katy, Sugar Land, Pearland, Richmond, West University and Rice Village.