Welcoming Baby: A Fresh 48 Session Full of Firsts

There’s something incredibly sacred about those first hours after a baby enters the world. The tiny fingers, the new baby yawns, the way time seems to stand still. That’s why I absolutely love Fresh 48 sessions. They capture the raw, beautiful, and unfiltered moments that happen in the hospital (or birthing center) within the first two days after birth—and they become some of the most treasured images for families.

Recently, I had the privilege of documenting one of these special sessions, and it was nothing short of magical. The new parents Holly and Stephan were glowing with joy and exhaustion, still in awe of their sweet little one. The baby was just a day old, swaddled snugly in a hospital blanket, with that perfect new baby skin and the tiniest of cries.

These sessions are so different from a posed newborn shoot. They’re all about authenticity. I capture real-life moments—first cuddles, diaper changes, siblings meeting their new baby brother or sister for the first time, and even the quiet moments in between. It’s storytelling at its purest.

If you’re expecting and wondering if a Fresh 48 session is right for you, here’s why it’s worth considering:

• It happens in the moment. There’s no pressure to clean your house or get everything picture-perfect. I come to you, wherever you deliver, and work quietly and respectfully around your healing and bonding time.
• You won’t regret documenting these moments. Babies grow and change so fast. What they look like at 2 days old is not what they’ll look like even a week later.
• It’s low-stress. I guide gently, use natural light, and keep things calm and relaxed. No props or setups—just your new family, exactly as you are.

To the parents I photographed recently: thank you for trusting me with such a vulnerable and beautiful part of your story. I’m always honored to be invited into these sacred first hours.

If you’re expecting and want to remember your baby’s first moments forever, let’s chat about booking a Fresh 48 session. It’s one of the most meaningful gifts you can give yourself—and your baby