Your Newborn Session
Welcome
There is something incredibly quiet and profound about the early days with your baby.
Time feels different. The days blur together, yet the smallest details seem impossibly vivid - the weight of them in your arms, the softness of their skin, the way they instinctively curl into you as if they have always known you.
I just want to begin by saying how honoured I am to be invited into this season with your family.
Newborn sessions are not about creating a perfect version of this time. They are about preserving it exactly as it feels - tender, unfiltered, and deeply real. The feeds in the middle of everything, the pauses, the settling, the unpredictability, the quiet moments where you simply hold your baby and breathe through it all.
There is no expectation for anything to go to plan here.
Your baby will lead everything.
If they need feeding, we stop. If they need settling, we slow down. If they want to be held the entire time, that is exactly what we do. Nothing interrupts the rhythm of your baby or your experience of this time together.
I will gently guide the session when needed, but most of what I do is observe - noticing the small, fleeting details that are so easy to miss in real time. The tiny expressions. The way your hands instinctively support them. The quiet way you are already learning each other.
You don’t need to prepare a version of your home, your baby, or yourself for this. There is nothing you need to perform or manage. The beauty is already here, in the midst of everything that feels new and uncertain.
My intention is always the same - to create a calm space where you can simply be with your baby, while I quietly preserve what this beginning feels like.
Pricing Packages
Bump to Baby
-30 minute Maternity session at location of your choice, sunrise/sunset
-Approx 90 minute Newborn session ~ held at a Point Vernon Studio or as an in-home session (travel fee may apply)
-Full access to my client wardrobe for both Mum and Bub, including knitwear and blankets
-Full gallery (40) artistically edited high resolution images per session
-Detailed client guides to help you prepare & tailored questionnaires to find out exactly what you want in your session with me
Studio fee $105
Payment plans available*
$900
Bump to Baby Collection
-20 min pregnancy announcement session/gender reveal at sunrise/sunset
-30 minute Maternity session at location of your choice, sunrise/sunset
-Approx 90 minute Newborn session ~ held at a Point Vernon Studio or as an in-home session (travel fee may apply)
-Full access to my client wardrobe for both Mum and Bub, including knitwear and blankets
-Full gallery (40) artistically edited high resolution images per session
-Detailed client guides to help you prepare & tailored questionnaires to find out exactly what you want in your session with me
Studio fee $105
Payment plans available*
$1100
Newborn Session
-Approx 90 minute session (depending on baby)
-Held in Point Vernon studio or as an in-home session (travel fee may apply)
-40 artistically edited high resolution images chosen from an online gallery of 50+ images (gallery upgrades available)
-Immediate family (up to 5 people)
-Full access to my extensive client wardrobe for both Mum and Bub, including many beautiful knitwear pieces
-A detailed client guide to help you prepare & tailored questionnaire to find out exactly what you want in your session with me!
-Studio fee $105
-Twins $100 extra
-Gallery upgrade $300 (60+ images)
-Travel to Sunshine Coast & beyond available (fee's apply)
*Payment plans available
$600
A LITTLE ABOUT ME
Newborn photography, for me, is not about posing babies or creating perfect setups.
It is about witnessing the beginning of connection.
I am drawn to the honesty of these early days - the way everything is still unfolding, still raw, still becoming. The way you instinctively soften around your baby without even realising it. The way your world quietly reorganises itself around this tiny person.
When I photograph newborns, I am not trying to shape or control the moment. I am gently moving with it. Following your baby’s rhythm, your energy as parents, and the natural flow of whatever is happening in your home.
I understand how tender this season can be - how much change it holds emotionally, physically, and mentally. That is why my approach is always slow, patient, and deeply respectful of your space and your experience.
There is no pressure for your baby to sleep, settle, or behave in any particular way. There is no expectation for you to feel anything other than what you are actually feeling in that moment.
My role is simply to hold space for it all - the calm, the chaos, the quiet, the overwhelm - and gently turn it into something you can return to later.
Because one day, this stage will feel far away.
And I want you to be able to remember not just what it looked like, but what it felt like to begin here.
MY CLIENT WARDROBE
To keep your experience as easy and stress-free as possible, I offer a client wardrobe for both mums and babies.
This is completely optional but designed to take the pressure off choosing outfits during an already tender and sleep-deprived time.
For mums:
My wardrobe includes soft, neutral, and flowing pieces designed to be comfortable, flattering, and timeless. Everything is chosen to photograph beautifully while allowing you to hold, feed, and connect with your baby with ease.
For babies:
I provide a curated selection of simple, soft wraps and newborn pieces that keep the focus on your baby’s natural features and tiny details. Everything is gentle, breathable, and designed for comfort first.
You are also welcome to bring your own outfits if you prefer something personal - we can always blend both.
One of the biggest stressors for clients leading up to their session is deciding what to wear - which is exactly why I’ve created a client wardrobe available exclusively for my maternity & newborn clients.
My client closet has been carefully curated with pieces specifically chosen to photograph beautifully during motherhood. The wardrobe includes a selection of soft, feminine, flowy dresses in neutral and earthy tones that complement both my editing style and natural outdoor locations perfectly.
These dresses are designed to flatter you beautifully while also allowing movement and comfort during your session. Many of the pieces feature soft textures, flowing fabrics, long silhouettes, and flattering shapes that create beautiful movement in photographs, especially during golden hour.
The overall wardrobe style is timeless, natural, and effortless - ensuring your images feel elegant and emotive rather than overly trendy or dated years from now.
Access to the client wardrobe is included complimentary with your session, and once your booking is confirmed, I’ll send through available options for you to browse and choose from prior to your session date.
I’m also more than happy to help style your entire family so everything flows cohesively together. Coordinating outfits can make such a huge difference to the final gallery, and I’m always available to help with colour palettes, textures, and outfit suggestions for partners and children.
For the most cohesive look, I generally recommend:
Neutral tones
Earthy colours
Creams, whites, beiges, soft browns, muted greens, rusts, and soft blues
Linen, cotton, knits, and soft textures
Barefoot where possible for beach sessions
Minimal patterns and logos
I always encourage clients to prioritise comfort and confidence above all else. When you feel good, relaxed, and comfortable in what you’re wearing, it shows beautifully in your photographs.
CLIENT WARDROBE PIECES
SIZE 6-8
(M1)
SIZE 6-10
(M2)
SIZE 6-10
(M3)
SIZE 6-10
(M4)
SIZE 6-10
(M5)
SIZE 6-8
(M6)
SIZE 14-20
(M7)
SIZE 6
(M8)
SIZE 6-10
(M9)
SIZE 6-12
(M10)
SIZE 6-12
(M11)
SIZE 6-12
(M12)
SIZE 6-10
(M13)
SIZE 6-14
(M14)
SIZE 6-14
(M15)
SIZE 6-14
(M16)
NEWBORN SIZE
(N1)
NEWBORN SIZE
(N2)
NEWBORN SIZE
(N3)
NEWBORN SIZE
(N4)
BEIGE BLANKET
(N5)
CREAM BLANKET
(N6)
WHITE FLOWER HEAD BAND
(N7)
BEIGE FLOWER HEAD BAND
(N8)
What To Expect During Your Session
Most newborn sessions take place in my studio, designed to feel calm, warm, and simple so the focus stays entirely on connection and your baby.
I also offer in-home sessions if you would prefer to stay in your own space, or outdoor newborn family sessions for something a little more natural and lifestyle-focused. You are always welcome to choose what feels most comfortable for you.
At the start of your session, we ease in slowly. There is no rush to begin. Your baby may need feeding, cuddling, changing, or simply time to settle - and we allow all of that to happen naturally.
I gently guide you through soft, simple moments:
Baby held in your arms
Quiet family connection
Tiny detail images - hands, feet, lashes, expressions
Natural settling and feeding pauses
Stillness and movement as it unfolds
Nothing is forced or overly posed. You will always be guided, so you never feel unsure of what to do.
There is also no expectation for a sleepy baby. Awake, unsettled, feeding, or alert babies are completely normal and often create some of the most honest and emotive images.
When To Book Your Session
Newborn sessions are best booked during pregnancy, ideally in your second or third trimester.
We hold your place loosely around your due date, and once your baby arrives, you simply reach out when you feel ready and we schedule your session within those early weeks.
The ideal timeframe is usually within 5–14 days after birth, but every baby is different. If your session falls outside this window, it is still just as meaningful and beautiful.
Choosing Your Location
You have three beautiful options depending on how you want this season captured:
Studio Sessions (most common)
My studio is designed for softness, simplicity, and calm. It allows us to focus entirely on connection and detail without distraction.
In-Home Sessions
These feel deeply personal and intimate, capturing your baby in the space where your story is unfolding. Perfect for a more documentary-style feel.
Outdoor Sessions
A gentle lifestyle approach, usually focused on family connection rather than posed newborn work. Best suited to milder weather and calm, settled babies.
If you’re unsure, I will always guide you toward the option that best suits your family and your baby’s temperament.
LOCATIONS
HERVEY BAY / MARYBOROUGH
POINT VERNON ROCKS SUNRISE
POINT VERNON BEACH SUNSET
TOOGOOM BEACH SUNSET
HERVEY BAY GARDENS ARVO
TOOGOOM FIELD SUNSET
POINT VERNON BEACH SUNRISE
QUEENS PARK MARYBOROUGH SUNSET
SUNSHINE COAST
CURRIMUNDI BEACH
SUNSHINE BEACH
COOLUM BEACH
KENILWORTH
GLASSHOUSE MOUNTAINS
BRISBANE
DAKABIN FIELD
POINT VERNON STUDO
PREPARING FOR YOUR SESSION
The most helpful preparation is keeping things calm and flexible.
I always recommend:
Keeping your baby awake for a little while before the session if possible
Offering a feed as you arrive (or just before we begin) so they are settled and comfortable
Not rushing the lead-up to your session so everyone arrives in a calm rhythm
Allowing time for feeding, settling, and pauses throughout
There is nothing you need to get perfect beforehand. Your baby will not follow a schedule, and neither will we.
I will guide everything gently so you can stay present rather than focused on managing the experience.
WEATHER & RESCHEDULING
For studio sessions, weather does not affect us as we work entirely with controlled natural light and soft indoor settings.
For in-home or outdoor sessions, we always work with the conditions of the day. Soft, overcast light is often beautiful for newborn imagery, and if the weather is unsuitable, we simply reschedule.
There is always flexibility built in - no pressure, no stress.
EDITING & GALLERY DELIVERY
After your session, I carefully hand-edit each image in my signature warm, earthy, emotive style. My editing process focuses on creating timeless imagery with beautiful tones, genuine emotion, and cohesive storytelling throughout your gallery.
Your final gallery will be delivered through a beautiful online viewing gallery where you’ll be able to download, share, print, and select favourites easily.
Please allow approximately 2–3 weeks for gallery delivery unless otherwise advised during busy seasons.
Raw, unedited images are not provided, as editing is a huge part of my artistic style and final client experience.
TIPS FOR PARENTS & BABY
This is a season where nothing needs to be controlled.
Your baby may feed often, cry, sleep deeply, or stay wide awake. You may feel tired, emotional, overwhelmed, or completely in love - sometimes all within the same hour.
Everything is normal.
A few gentle reminders:
Follow your baby’s needs without pressure
Take breaks whenever you need them
You don’t need to “perform” or manage the session
Feeding, settling, and cuddles are all part of the flow
The most meaningful moments often happen in between everything else
You are not expected to hold it all together here.
You are simply invited to be with your baby.
THANK YOU
Thank you again for trusting me with such a meaningful season in your life.
Pregnancy can feel exhausting, emotional, exciting, overwhelming, and beautiful all at once - and it truly is such an honour to preserve these memories for you in a way that feels genuine and timeless.
These photographs are not just for now. One day they’ll become memories for your children to look back on - a reminder of how deeply loved they were before they were even here.
I cannot wait to capture this beautiful chapter for you and create something truly meaningful together.
Phone
0447485016
emilyielatiphotography@gmail.com