Newborn

Tiny toes, squishy cheeks, and those sleepy snuggles you’ll want to remember forever. Studio newborn sessions are cozy, baby-led, and filled with timeless simplicity.

Tiny toes, squishy cheeks, and love that fills the room.


There’s nothing quite like those first few weeks — and capturing them is one of my greatest joys. I specialize in natural, baby-led newborn photography in Edwardsville, Glen Carbon, Troy, and the surrounding Metro East Illinois area, offering cozy, connection-filled sessions that highlight the beauty of this new beginning.


Every newborn session takes place in my warm, inviting Edwardsville studio and is slow-paced, gentle, and completely centered around your baby’s needs. From perfectly swaddled portraits to tender family moments, we’ll create a gallery that preserves this season with heart and simplicity.


Browse the images below to see recent newborn sessions — full of softness, light, and authentic love.

A black and white photo shows a baby's face in close-up view with soft lighting and gentle shadows.
A black and white photo showing three expressions of yawning, capturing the contagious nature of yawns.
Close-up series of fingers touching in black and white showing gentle contact and connection.
A series of black and white close-up photographs showing tiny baby feet and toes from different angles.
A series of artistic newborn portraits in teal tones showing peaceful sleeping poses and gentle expressions.
Peaceful newborn photography series showing baby wrapped in dark teal swaddle against textured gray backdrop.
A black and white photo strip shows a sequence of different facial expressions and emotional moments.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in soft gray knit blanket lying peacefully in wooden box from above.
A sleeping newborn nestled in a cozy knit blanket with a plush teddy bear companion in soft lighting.
Newborn baby wrapped in red swaddle blanket laying on white fur against wooden floor background.
A baby wearing a white knit sweater lies on a textured cream-colored blanket.
Sweet newborn baby sleeping peacefully in white knit wrap on wooden prop against neutral background.
Artistic overhead shots of sleeping newborn in white wrap on rustic wooden backdrop.
A newborn baby wrapped in white swaddling cloth lies on a rustic wooden surface in a series of artistic photos.
Peaceful sleeping baby wrapped in white blanket with soft lighting and serene expression.
A series of black and white close-up portraits showing a sleeping baby's face from different angles.
A collage of newborn baby photos showing tiny hands, feet, and sleeping poses against a soft pink background.
Sleeping newborn wrapped in white fabric wearing delicate lace headband against pink background.
Black and white close-up portrait of sleeping newborn with delicate headband.
Collage of newborn baby photography in soft pink tones showing peaceful sleeping poses and delicate details.
Newborn photography series showing baby wrapped in gray knit blanket on textured fur backdrop.
Newborn baby wrapped in gray knit blanket sleeping peacefully in wooden box with white fur accent.
A cozy newborn photography setup with white knit blankets, dried flowers, and eucalyptus leaves in wooden boxes.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully in rustic wooden bowl with white floral accents and soft lighting.
Intimate family portrait showing tender moment of parents cuddling together on light colored couch.
A series of intimate black and white family photos showing tender moments between parents and their young child.
Mother in beige sweater holding newborn baby against white wall.
Black and white portrait of mother and baby sharing tender moment against white background.
Family portrait session in a bright room with white decor and natural window lighting.
A tender black and white photo series showing a parent and child sharing affectionate moments together on a couch.
Tender moment captured in soft lighting as parent kisses sleeping newborn wrapped in white.
Little girl in white dress exploring vintage rattan furniture on natural jute rug in bright room.
Black and white image of baby resting in decorative bassinet with curved metal design.
A sleeping newborn baby swaddled in soft blue fabric against a navy blue background.
Newborn wrapped in soft blue knit swaddle against blue background in peaceful sleeping pose.
Newborn baby wrapped in blue knit blanket sleeps peacefully against dark blue background in professional portrait.
Sleeping newborn swaddled in white wrap on textured beige fur blanket photographed from above.
A sleeping newborn wrapped in white knit blanket lies on soft brown fur with a small pretzel in their hand.
Collage of seven artistic newborn photos featuring a sleeping baby in white wraps and blankets on brown textured backgrounds.
Series of newborn portraits showing tiny baby wrapped in soft knit cream-colored blanket on textured background.
Collection of newborn photography shots with sleeping baby nestled in chunky brown knitted wrap.
A series of peaceful newborn portraits showing an infant sleeping on white blankets against rustic wooden backgrounds.
A collection of minimalist black and white newborn photography showing a sleeping baby in various gentle poses.
A sleeping newborn baby wrapped in white fabric rests peacefully against a light background.
A series of black and white photos showing a tender moment between parent and baby in profile.
A sleeping newborn wrapped in pink swaddle blankets lies peacefully against a rosy backdrop in a professional photo session.
A baby wearing a pink outfit lies on a soft pink textured blanket while sleeping peacefully.
A collage of newborn photography images showing a sleeping baby wrapped in purple and blue swaddle blankets.
Newborn photography collage showing baby in soft pink and white tones lying on textured blankets.
Peaceful sleeping newborn swaddled in dark green wrap against teal backdrop in professional portrait series.
A dramatic black and white sequence showing hands cradling a small baby in different tender poses.
A series of circular framed photos showing a sleeping newborn baby in various artistic poses on dark backgrounds.
Newborn baby wrapped in brown fabric lying in rustic wooden crate in artistic portrait series.
Overhead view of newborn baby wrapped in green swaddle and grey blanket on wooden floor.
A series of black and white images showing tiny baby feet in soft knitted socks against a light background.
Black and white close-up of small baby hands touching textured fabric in sequence.
Sleeping newborn baby in brown knit outfit lying on white blanket in four sequential poses.
Sleeping newborn baby in beige sweater lying on white background during professional photo session.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in gray knit blanket on fluffy blue fur background.
A sleeping newborn wrapped in dark teal fabric wearing a delicate floral headband in a professional studio portrait.
Close-up artistic portrait of a sleeping newborn baby in soft natural light.
A series of black and white newborn portraits showing peaceful sleeping poses with delicate headbands.
Peaceful newborn baby resting in gentle shadows with delicate features highlighted.
A collection of newborn photography poses on a rustic wooden surface with purple wraps and floral accessories.
A newborn swaddled in a purple wrap lies on a dark purple blanket against a rustic wooden backdrop.
A sleeping baby swaddled in soft gray knit fabric against a rustic wooden background.
A sleeping newborn baby swaddled in a soft gray knit wrap on a rustic wooden surface.
A newborn baby wrapped in white swaddle cloth sleeps peacefully on a beige textured background.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in brown knit blanket lying on fluffy beige fur rug in various peaceful poses.
Sleeping newborn baby wrapped in white blanket with feathery texture against warm brown background.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping on soft white blanket in natural light.
A series of black and white newborn baby photos showing peaceful sleeping poses in artistic composition.
Sleeping newborn baby with peaceful expression rests on textured gray blanket in soft lighting.
A sleeping newborn baby wrapped in white fabric shown from multiple angles in a minimalist photography series.
A series of black and white photographs showing tiny baby feet wrapped in soft white blankets.
Close-up black and white portrait showing peaceful sleeping expressions.
Peaceful sleeping newborn swaddled in soft white fabric against neutral backdrop.
Sleeping newborn wrapped in green knit blanket rests peacefully in wooden basket.
A family wearing coordinated cream colored outfits poses together on a light neutral background.
A newborn baby wearing white clothing rests in someone's arms while being photographed from multiple angles.
A tender moment between a parent in a beige sweater cradling and kissing a newborn baby in white clothing.
Family members lay together on a plush brown fur rug while wearing matching cream sweaters.
Two siblings in cream sweaters share a tender moment while lying on a fluffy beige carpet.
Adorable sleeping newborn twins wearing matching knitted bonnets and wraps lie together in a cozy basket.
Artistic newborn photography series showing clay-like figures nestled in wooden bowls with brown textured backgrounds.
Newborn baby wrapped in soft white knit blanket lying on fluffy white fur background.
A series of black and white photos showing a baby sleeping peacefully against a textured background.
Peaceful sleeping newborn baby swaddled in white knit wrap on soft furry background.
Artistic newborn photography series featuring brown swaddle blankets and rustic wooden backdrop with delicate floral accents.
A series of cozy newborn photography shots featuring soft brown knit accessories and a small stuffed toy elephant.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully on brown fabric with white floral decorations against dark wooden background.
Sleeping baby in rust orange outfit holding wooden rainbow toy with white tassels on dark wooden surface.
Family portrait session in bright modern studio with grey and white decor and indoor plants.
Black and white intimate family portrait series showing tender moments of affection and embrace.
Intimate family portrait of parents cradling newborn baby wrapped in gray swaddle.
Black and white portrait of parents sharing tender moment with sleeping newborn between them.
A close-up series of tender moments between two people showing gentle touches and intimacy.
A peaceful sleeping newborn nestled in warm brown tones during a professional photo session.
Sleeping newborn in rustic brown wrap photographed from different angles on warm brown backdrop.
A collection of newborn photography portraits showing a sleeping baby wrapped in dark green fabric with floral headpiece.
A sleeping newborn swaddled in brown fabric rests peacefully in a basket filled with white fluff.
Close-up photo of hands gently holding tiny newborn baby feet against a dark wooden background.
Sleeping newborn in white knit bonnet rests on wooden bowl with eucalyptus leaves and lace blanket in studio setting.
A sleeping newborn baby wrapped in white swaddle cloth lies on vintage lace doilies against dark wooden flooring.
A tender moment of affection and comfort between two people lying on a blue pillow.
A tender embrace captured in a series of intimate black and white portrait photographs against a light background.
Sleeping newborn swaddled in teal fabric against a dark green textured background.
Sleeping newborn wrapped in cozy beige knit blanket on fluffy white fur background in professional portrait series.
Sleeping newborn baby swaddled in beige knit wrap with delicate white flowers and rustic wooden accents.
Newborn baby wrapped in white knit blanket sleeping peacefully on fluffy rug with delicate gold headband.
A newborn baby sleeps peacefully wrapped in a burgundy swaddle with delicate floral hair accessories against a pink backdrop.
Two children in black outfits share a tender moment as the older one holds and smiles at the sleeping baby in knit wrap.
Series of sibling photos showing sweet interaction with newborn baby wrapped in beige blanket in woven basket.
A sleeping newborn swaddled in beige fabric rests peacefully on white fluffy fur in a series of artistic portraits.
Sleeping newborn wrapped in pink knit blanket on mauve fur backdrop with delicate floral headpiece.
Newborn baby in mauve knit wrap photographed from multiple angles on soft pink fur backdrop.
Newborn photography series showing sleeping baby wrapped in pink swaddle with small plush toys on pink backdrop.
A series of seven connected photos showing a swaddled newborn baby in brown fabric against a dark background.
Peaceful sleeping newborn baby in black and white wearing delicate floral headband.
A series of intimate black and white family portraits showing tender moments against a dark background.
A family in black clothing sits together on a couch in a series of candid lifestyle portraits.
Infant wrapped in soft blue textured blanket lies peacefully during professional newborn photo session.
Sleeping newborn in blue knit wrap cuddling with small light blue teddy bear on textured blanket.
Sleeping baby wearing a gray knit hat against a dark background.
A sleeping newborn rests peacefully on textured burlap fabric with delicate white flowers in the backdrop.
Sleeping newborn wrapped in white fabric holding a pink knitted bunny toy on coral-colored textured background.
Sleeping newborn in rustic basket with delicate floral headpiece and burlap fabric.
Sleeping newborn wrapped in soft blue blanket on matching blue furry background in multiple artistic angles.
Sleeping newborn twins swaddled in soft blue and pink blankets nestled together in woven basket.
Two swaddled newborns lying side by side in brown and orange wraps on wooden backdrop with striped blanket.
Close up photos of a newborn baby wrapped in a cream knit wrap against a green textured fur blanket background.
A series of black and white photographs showing tiny baby feet against a soft background.
Close-up black and white photo of tiny newborn baby feet being gently held by adult hands.
Minimalist newborn photography setup with white fabric and curved posing surface.
Newborn photography series with baby wrapped in soft blue blankets against navy textured backdrop.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully in pink knitted wrap inside small pink wooden box.
Sleeping newborn wrapped in yellow fabric with sunflowers as decorative accents on white textured background.
A collection of newborn baby portraits showing peaceful sleeping poses on a brown textured backdrop.
Sleeping newborn baby wearing pink wrap and tiara rests on white fur in wooden bowl.
Sleeping newborn on white fur blanket with rose pink headband and floral decorations in wooden basket.
Baby being held in green wrap by someone wearing floral dress against light studio backdrop.
A tender black and white portrait of a mother lovingly embracing and kissing a sleeping newborn swaddled in fabric.
A black and white photo strip showing tender moments between a parent and child in various candid poses.
Sleeping newborn swaddled in gray wrap holding knit green bunny toy and wearing delicate floral headband.
Newborn baby photographed curled up on dark grey background wearing delicate floral crown in artistic pose.
A sequence of intimate black and white photos showing gentle touch and connection between individuals.
A newborn baby sleeps peacefully on textured beige fabric in a series of connected artistic portraits.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully on textured cream-colored lace blanket wearing delicate bow headband.
A loving family in black and white portrait series showing tender embraces against a dark background.
A young child holds a sleeping newborn wrapped in a gray knit blanket against a dark background.
Sleeping baby wrapped in white blanket holding Starbucks cup in unique newborn photography session.
A series of intimate black and white photographs showing a tender embrace between parent and child in low-key lighting.
Newborn baby sleeping on handwritten letter background with birth details displayed on decorative circular cards.
A series of six images showing hands weighing and measuring different ingredients for a recipe.
A newborn infant sleeping peacefully in a hospital bassinet with teddy bear printed bedding and wearing a knit cap.
A black and white photograph showing handwritten text with someone's fingers visible at the top of lined paper.
Black and white photos arranged in a stop motion sequence showing cups of coffee with various gestures and movements.
A romantic couple share a tender moment against a bright white backdrop.
A series of intimate black and white photographs showing tender romantic moments between a couple.
Professional black and white portrait of a peaceful sleeping newborn baby being gently cradled by adult hands.
Sleeping newborn baby lies peacefully on blue textured blanket with soft denim wrap.
A baby wearing gray pajamas lies sleeping on a wooden spindle bed with a brown ornamental headboard.
Parents sitting on white couch tenderly holding their newborn baby while surrounded by minimalist decor and plants.
A sequence of joyful moments between a parent holding and bonding with their newborn baby.
Collage of newborn baby photography showing peaceful sleeping poses in blue knit outfit against wooden backdrop.
A loving couple gently holds their newborn baby in black and white portrait against macrame backdrop.
A sleeping newborn nestles on a blue blanket with decorative cotton clouds arranged above.
Sleeping newborn wrapped in soft blue knit blanket rests peacefully in wooden basket with matching bonnet.
Newborn baby sleeping peacefully in heart-shaped basket on floral blanket with sage green knit blanket.
Sleeping newborn wrapped in cozy green knit blanket with delicate pink floral headband in artistic portrait series.
A couple in black clothing shares a tender moment with their newborn baby against a light-colored backdrop.
Black and white photo of tiny newborn baby gently held in adult hands showing delicate nurturing moment.
Parents hold their newborn baby wrapped in tan blanket while sitting on white sofa.
Baby wearing knit hat rests peacefully during newborn photo session in black and white.
New parents tenderly cradle their sleeping newborn baby wrapped in beige blanket near bright window.
Three connected candid lifestyle photos featuring an intimate artistic portrait session between a couple in a white room.
A tender black and white portrait of a sleeping baby being gently embraced in a heartwarming moment.
Sleeping newborn baby with delicate headband lying on white blanket with hands under chin in studio portrait.
A sleeping newborn baby lies peacefully wearing a delicate floral headband in a professional portrait session.
A tender moment captured between parent and newborn baby in black clothing against a light background.
A sleeping newborn baby wearing a delicate floral headband rests peacefully on white fabric.
Sleeping newborn wrapped in olive green knit blanket with pink flower headband in rustic container.
A sleeping newborn baby wrapped in white swaddling cloth lies curled in a white round bowl wearing a floral headband.
Peaceful sleeping newborn with white headband resting head on hands against light background.
A sleeping baby wrapped in soft white fabric wearing a delicate white bow headband laying on their hands in a gentle pose.
Newborn baby peacefully sleeping while swaddled in white fabric inside a small rustic wooden basket.
Intimate studio portrait against black background showing paternal bonding moment.
Dramatic studio portrait against black background showing tender maternal moment.
Black and white portrait of newborn lying on white blanket.
Close-up black and white image of tiny baby feet wrapped in soft fabric.

 

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