newborn frequently asked questions

The best time to reserve your newborn session is during your second trimester. Booking early ensures availability and gives you plenty of time to receive Kristin’s detailed session prep guide and customize your experience.

However, if your baby has already arrived—don’t worry! Kristin always does her best to accommodate last-minute bookings, and would love to create something beautiful for your family.

Kristin’s cozy, natural light studio is located in Manasquan, NJ, and is thoughtfully designed to offer a calm, stress-free experience for new parents. The 600 sq. ft. space is fully stocked with everything needed for your session—so you can simply show up with your baby and relax while Kristin takes care of the rest. Conveniently located within a short drive from Cranford, Princeton, and surrounding areas, the studio offers easy access for families looking for timeless, high-end newborn photography.

Once you reserve your session, Kristin will provide guidance on when to reach out after baby is born. She keeps her schedule flexible around your due date and will work with you to find the best time for your session once your little one arrives. You’ll also receive a step-by-step session prep guide to help you feel totally prepared.

The ideal window for posed newborn photos is between under 3 weeks old, when babies are still sleepy and naturally curl into those adorable womb-like poses. That said, Kristin adapts her posing and styling to suit each baby’s needs, and can still capture a stunning gallery outside of that window. Newborn sessions can be taken through the first 8 weeks of baby's life! 

Not at all! Kristin frequently works with older newborns and is known for her ability to create beautiful images at any age. While certain sleepy poses may be more limited, her expert swaddling, natural posing, and styling techniques allow her to create timeless portraits for babies through 8 weeks. 

All in-studio newborn sessions take place Monday–Thursday at 9:30 AM, or between 9:30–1:00 for mini sessions. To accommodate working parents and school-aged siblings, a split session option is available for an additional $75—giving families the option to return later in the day for family or sibling images.

To maintain her refined, cohesive aesthetic, Kristin provides everything you’ll need for your session—including hand-selected wraps, bonnets, headbands, and timeless props featured in her portfolio.

After booking, you’ll receive a custom questionnaire to note your preferences, colors, and must-have shots. If you’d rather leave it all up to Kristin, she’s happy to style the session from start to finish.

Yes! All of Kristin’s collections are all-inclusive and come with a set number of high-resolution digital images. Additional images are always available to purchase if you'd like—no pressure at all. A print release is included, allowing you to print your images wherever you’d like.

Head over to the contact page to get in touch. A 50% deposit is required to officially reserve your session. Once the digital contract and invoice are completed, Kristin will guide you through every step—from styling to prep—to make the experience seamless and enjoyable.