Original article: January 2018

Updated: July 30, 2022

In this digital world, there are may ways we can capture important moments and milestones. and newborn photography is definitely one of them. It is another “in” thing in the parenting world these days. It is when newborn babies are photographed a few days after they are born and usually there’s a theme too. Some choose the simple and calm theme while others want a more playful theme like Harry Potter or Wonderwoman. If you’re planning to do a DIY newborn photography, think twice and even thrice. There’s an art and skill in taking specific shots of the baby (Like those you see in Pinterest or other photos of your family or friend’s baby’s newborn shoot). You should know how to be gentle in handling the baby. Extra careful handling is a must!

Newborn shots from a professional studio or photographers is a way for parents to keep wonderful newborn photos of their baby. Others find it as a nice way to introduce their child to the world as they post the photos in their social media accounts. We personally did not have newborn shoots for both our kids. We just took photos ourselves and random everyday shots just like before. But I personally enjoy looking at newborn photos and how sweet and innocent the babies are. God-willing and we’ll be blessed with another baby, we might try this newborn photoshoot.

So moms and dads, there are several packages to choose from and photographers as well. To help you out on who you can contact, here’s a list of reliable and experienced newborn photographers (in no particular order).

The Stork Studio – click here

Stork Studio’s main photographer Sofia Genato is an award-winning member of the National Association of Professional Child Photographers (NAPCP), USA and PPA (Professional Photographers of America) and WPPI (Wedding and Portrait Photographers Inc).

“I would say that my style of photography is a celebration of life. I like capturing magical moments, the giggles and twinkles in their eyes, the hugs out of the blue and wet kisses… I try to combine classic portraiture with artistic and more modern treatments and natural expressions. I also value simplicity in my work. It is important to let the child’s personality emerge through the photos. I really love what we do and it is such a blessing to be living this dream.”

Precious Memento Photography – click here

Founded by Dianne Antonio, Precious Memento captures pregnancy to newborn photoshoots. From being a chemist to falling in love with photography, she also does milestone photoshoots of families and children.

Her work and professionalism will definitely speak for itself.

“I photograph families and children of any age but working with newborns and pregnant moms have a special place in my heart as it never fails to make me feel like I am fulfilling my life’s purpose. It continues to motivate me to be better everyday so I can leave my clients images they can cherish through generations.”

Jo Lim Photography –click here

Jo Lim is based in Manila and is a mom of 3 teenagers. She fell in love with photography in 2008 and have always loved crafts and doing things with her hands. She then got her Qualified Newborn Photographer accreditation and passed the Safety Course from (APNPI) Accredited Professional Newborn Photographer International based in Canada. When it comes to being expert and safe, Jo Lim knows exactly how to deal with newborn babies with care. Her style is clean, soft, organic, an expression of life, as natural and unexpected as it can be.

She does a lot of seminars for newborn and baby photography as she shares her techniques and skills to aspiring photographers too.

Cocoon Studio – click here

The team members of Cocoon Studio are handpicked and trained by three of the country’s most sought-after wedding photographers: Pat Dy, Nelwin Uy, and Jayson Urquiza. They focus on family, maternity, baby, children, celebratory events and capturing all of life’s beautiful creations.

***All photos are from the particular photo companies***