THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOUR BABY’S PHOTO SHOOT!

*Make sure kids are comfortable in what they are wearing* If your child hates what they

are wearing it’s going to show in the photos. Have all of your outfits picked out before the day

of your photo shoot.

Bring a *comb and extra set of clothes*

*Bribes and rewards* It’s hard to calm down hungry kids! Make sure they’ve had plenty to eat

before arriving and bring lots of extra snacks. Try to bring snacks that are *small and not

messy*. Lollipops, toys, ice cream or anything that your child finds exciting and can be a great

way to get them to comply with all of the things we ask them to do during the shoot.

*Bring lots of water!* It’s hard to concentrate for family members and kids if they are either

hungry or thirsty.

*Talk to your kids before about the photo shoot*. Give your kids a head up before the day of

the photo shoot about what we’ll be doing and talk to them about how much fun it’s going to

be.

*Let your child smile naturally!* Ok parents...this is a big one!!! Resist the urge to say things

like “Don’t smile like that, give me a real smile”. The best way to get a ‘real smile’ is to actually

make your child laugh or smile. We can achieve this just by having you interact naturally with

your child...only you know what gets them to smile, giggle, laugh.

*Be natural* – candid photographs depend on this.

*Stay positive and have fun!* Your kids will pick up on your mood so try to take some deep
breaths and relax and enjoy the experience. Nothing needs to be perfect. We’re capturing your
family just as you are at this point in time.

Love,
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