Who is the best Boston newborn photographer for me?

Did you know that a common google search term is ‘ best Boston newborn photographer ‘ ? It always makes me laugh because “best” is such an arbitrary term! Best according to whom? Google? Your next door neighbor? A mom on your local Facebook group? Looking for a newborn photographer in Boston to document this life-changing moment in your family’s history can be overwhelming. The goal in your search really needs to be finding the best Boston newborn photographer FOR YOUR FAMILY. And the truth is, that answer is going to be different for everybody!

If this is your first baby and you have zero experience with the newborn photography styles, my first recommendation would be to explore Pinterest for a bit. Type in ‘newborn photography’ and see what speaks to you most. The two main types are posed/studio newborn sessions and lifestyle/at-home newborn sessions. Posed generally involves a clean studio backdrop, a baby in those classic newborn poses, props, headbands, wraps, and baskets. The resulting gallery is small but each image is an extensive and perfect edit. Lifestyle or at-home sessions have a more relaxed feel, they happen in your home, and are focused more on family connection without complex posing. The galleries are larger and less focused on perfectly posed images.

How do I know if a lifestyle newborn photographer is the best option for my family?

One of the main concerns I hear from clients who are new to the lifestyle newborn genre is ‘what if I need posing, I don’t know what to do!’ This is a common misconception that lifestyle photographers don’t pose you! We absolutely will instruct you as much as you need/want. Unless you’re a model or *very* comfortable in front of the camera (rare), you don’t necessarily know how to stand/sit/hold your baby in a flattering way. An experienced newborn lifestyle photographer guides you to do these things in a way that looks very natural as a result. If you’re attracted to those images that look effortlessly natural and candid versus the more posed, sleeping, and smiling at the camera images, lifestyle is probably a good fit for you.

Okay, I want lifestyle! Now how do I find the best newborn photographer in Boston?

Once you’ve decided on the right style fit for your family, it’s time to start exploring the options in your area. Here are some common places to look for a photographer:

• Google search
• Instagram search
• Facebook local group recommendations
• Local friend referrals

I recommend gathering names and recommendations from several sources so that you can do a further dive into the ones you like the look of best. Make sure you check on their google reviews to see why people recommend this photographer. Check on the pricing and ensure it fits your budget. Inquire with the photographer to ensure they have availability (and good communication skills!).

I’m Ready to Book. What Else Should I know?

The last piece I’d recommend is to look at your top photographer’s gallery of newborn images. Think very critically about what you’re seeing. This is hard, but try not to be swayed by one set of super adorable trendy images. Think about your own home and decor, your family make up, yourself. Does this photographer show a mastery of homes and families similar to yours? If so, you’ve found your “best” newborn photographer!