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Fresh 48 sessions
University of Virginia
Sentara RMH
Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital
What is a Fresh 48 Session?
A "Fresh 48" session happens in the hospital room you are in with your new baby, during your hospital stay and before discharge (approximately in the first 48 hours of baby's life). I capture all the "fresh" of new life and it is very lifestyle and organic in nature.
No fancy props, just you and your new baby. Below are some examples of my Fresh 48 work.
Fresh 48 session info:
*This is info for Fresh 48 sessions at UVA, RMH and MJH ONLY*
*Augusta Health Fresh 48 session info can be found here
Congratulations! It's an exciting time! Lots can happen before your baby comes, but it's my goal to make your Fresh 48 session as easy as possible for you and your family!
Once you have contacted me, I will ask about your birth and details. We will schedule a tentative date, but it will be moved once you head to the hospital.
After baby is born, I will head to the hospital to photograph baby! (approximately 24 hours after birth)
Your digital gallery will be delivered within 7 days, color + black and white images.
Print release included.
Once you download them and they are yours to cherish forever!
Prints are available for purchase as well in your gallery. They will be shipped to your home. This is a great option for grandparents and extended family.
*contact me for session pricing
What happens during my Fresh 48 session?
When I come into your room, I will introduce myself, sanitize my hands and grab my camera! Sometimes I do a little tidying of the room as well to make sure I have a nice uncluttered area to photograph in.
I usually start with photos of baby alone, and often use parent hands in a few photos as well. If you'd like to be included in the session, I will let you know the best area to sit or stand. Don't worry, I understand that many moms are still sore and/or uncomfortable at this point and we will adjust accordingly. Don't stress about wardrobe, it's an organic environment. Some moms choose to stay in their hospital gown, others choose something else comfortable to wear. Dads are encouraged to dress casually as well.
You should feel comfortable and relaxed during your session time.
If siblings are in the room during this time and you'd like to include them in the photos as well, please let me know. I am happy to include them if they are comfortable with the photo taking process. If they are shy and uncomfortable, it's okay. Lots has changed in their world over the last few days, and I completely understand!
It's a relatively quick process as I plan to be in and out of your room in 30 minutes or less to allow for continued bonding time with your baby or nurse/doctor attention.
What other photography services do you offer?
I also love maternity and studio newborn photography as well!
Often families will book both a Fresh 48 session as well as a studio newborn session- both are very different in nature and both capture precious new life that passes by so fast. Studio newborn sessions are more posed, with all the cute props, headbands and "flair". I have a studio located in Stuarts Draft and I keep it stocked full of everything needed for a successful studio session- you just need to bring baby! If you are interested in a studio newborn session, please don't hesitate to contact me. I typically schedule those sessions in my studio on a weekday morning in the first 7-18 days of life. For more info on studio sessions, take a peek here.
Here's an example of my studio newborn work:
