The lifestyle newborn Experience
There’s nothing quite like those first days at home with your newborn. The quiet moments, the cozy snuggles, the way time seems to slow down and speed up all at once. It’s messy and magical and absolutely worth remembering. Lifestyle newborn sessions take place in the comfort of your own home, where you and your family can relax and simply be together. I’ll gently guide you through moments of snuggling, soothing, and soaking in your baby in a way that looks and feels natural to your family.
Hi, friends! I’m Elizabeth
I’m a mama to two sweet little girls and completely smitten with the magic of newborn photography. Capturing those first precious moments in a way that feels natural, cozy, and true to your family’s story is my absolute passion. Babies are tiny miracles, and I consider it the greatest honor to preserve those fleeting, beautiful moments for you to cherish forever.
No fancy posing. No stress. Just you, your baby, and the love that fills the walls of your home.
“Elizabeth is so sweet and has the perfect personality for newborn photos. She was patient and gentle with our little one, and with us! Our photos are light and beautiful. Elizabeth made us feel comfortable and gave us gentle suggestions for posing while letting us be natural together.” – Stephanie
Reserve Your Date Online
To reserve your newborn session, please select a date on the reservation calendar. You will be guided through the booking process. A $100 session retainer and contract are required in order to finalize your booking. Once your booking is confirmed, I will send over your session welcome guide to help you prepare for your session and a quick questionnaire to help me prepare for your session. Newborn session dates are flexible to change, as newborns arrive on their own time. If your baby arrives earlier or later than expected, please reach out to me and we can adjust your session date. If you have any questions before you book, please contact me and I'll be happy to help.
When to schedule: 1-4 weeks after your due date
Your Newborn Session Includes:
Relaxed session in your home + all the best images from your session and a complimentary newborn album designed by Elizbabeth Hite.
*Save $100 when you bundle with a maternity session.
Step behind the scenes with me to see the magic of Portland newborn photography sessions….
resources to help you plan your newborn photoshoot:
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Frequently Asked Questions
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For those tiny, fresh newborn moments, schedule your session 7-14 days after your due date. Newborn session dates are flexible to change, as newborns arrive on their own time. If your baby arrives earlier or later than expected, please reach out to me and we can adjust your session date. With this style of newborn photography, it's also ok to wait 3 or 4 weeks or anytime during the first 6 months so you have more time to settle in at home first.
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You can expect to receive your photos 2 weeks after your session date, delivered via a personal online gallery.
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You will be given personal printing rights to download and print images as you please. Elizabeth Hite Photography offers professional lab printing of images a la carte through your online gallery. Clients may choose to print from outside labs, but Elizabeth Hite Photography cannot guarantee the quality of prints from an outside lab.
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I respect your family privacy! All clients will be given the option to have their photos shared publicly by Elizabeth Hite Photography on the website, blog, and/or social media.
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Elizabeth Hite Photography serves newborn families all over the Portland metro area, as well as in Beaverton, Hillsboro, Lake Oswego, West Linn, Happy Valley, Tualatin, Tigard, Wilsonville, Vancouver, and Camas. If you live outside of these areas and would like to work with Elizabeth, please reach out about travel availability.
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Of course!
If your newborn has siblings, we will want to include them in photos. I do not put pressure on siblings to participate, instead, I invite them to join in throughout the session when they feel like it. I want their experience to be fun and relaxed as well.
If grandparents are around, I will encourage them to join for a few photos.
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Your baby’s needs and safety come first. I am fully vaccinated and committed to keeping your family healthy! I am happy to wear a mask to your newborn session if you request. If you have safety concerns, please reach out and talk to me.
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Yes! Bundle your newborn session with a full family/maternity little adventure session or a maternity mini session to receive $100 off your newborn session. Learn more about mini sessions right here.
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Yes, I offer fresh 48 sessions! A Fresh 48 session is a special way to document the first 48 hours of your newborn's life in your hospital room or birth space. During your session, I document all the tiny and oh so sweet milestones such as first yawns, sibling introductions, first feedings, and lots of sleepy snuggles! . Please contact me for pricing and booking info.
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