Emily Ingalls Photography | Austin and Round Rock Photographer

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5 Poses for Lifestyle Newborn Photography

Lifestyle Newborn photo sessions are probably some of my favorite to photograph!

All newborns are ridiculously cute and sweet! Plus, they’re small and tiny, and I just wish I could cuddle all of them! (But I don’t because, ya know, Covid and the pandemic)

The relaxed feel of a lifestyle newborn photography session is one of the many reasons I only photograph lifestyle newborns and not posed newborns. There’s not wrapping, getting newborns into awkward positions, and it’s not a big deal if the baby isn’t sleeping during their photos. New parents have enough to worry about without the added stress of posed photos.

Here are 5 poses I love to use during Lifestyle Newborn photo sessions.


  1. Family Photo with Mom and Dad looking at newborn.

2. Newborn Peeking through the crib slats.

3. Overhead photo of a newborn in their crib.

4. With a sibling (human or furry!)

5. Snuggled up in Mom and Dad’s arms

There are so many poses when it comes to newborn photo sessions, but these are ones I always like to include. They are simple, clean, and timeless. They are also the most popular among my clients when they go through the photos in their galleries.

Do you have a newborn arriving soon?
Are you ready to book your newborn session?

I’d love to capture this special time for your family! Contact me at emily@emilyingallsphotography.com to inquire about a photo session or book an appointment!