Worried your newborn won’t sleep or that you won’t feel camera-ready? Lancaster PA newborn photographer Angie Englerth shares how to make your session calm, easy, and beautiful.
Bringing home a new baby is magical, but let’s be honest, it’s also overwhelming. Between sleepless nights, healing, figuring out feeding, and adjusting to a new rhythm, the idea of adding newborn photos to your to-do list can feel like a lot.
If you’re a new mom wondering:
“What if my baby doesn’t sleep?”
“What am I even going to wear?”
“Will I even feel up for it?”
You’re not alone and you’re not the first mom to feel this way.
I’m Angie Englerth, a Lancaster PA newborn photographer and mama myself. Over the past 10+ years, I’ve photographed hundreds of newborns and walked families through this tender, beautiful season. And what I want you to know is this:
Newborn photos don’t have to feel stressful.
They can actually be peaceful, meaningful, and one of the most special parts of your postpartum journey.
Let’s break down five real reasons newborn sessions feel overwhelming and how to make the process easier from start to finish.
1. “I’m not feeling like myself yet. I don’t know if I want to be in the pictures.”
Choose a photographer who understands the postpartum season and gently guides you through.
You just had a baby. You’re healing. You’re not sleeping. Of course you don’t feel camera-ready. But you also deserve to be seen, not just behind the camera, but in the photos, holding your baby in the very first days of their life.
This season is fleeting, but these images last forever.
I use soft light, flattering angles, and gentle posing so you feel confident, calm, and cared for. You don’t have to know how to pose or “be photogenic.” That’s what I’m here for.
2. “What if my baby cries or doesn’t sleep during the session?”
Work with a photographer trained in newborn behavior and safety.
Here’s the secret: most newborns do cry or fuss at some point. And that’s okay. The best sessions are flexible, baby-led, and unhurried.
In my studio:
The space is warm, quiet, and designed for comfort
Sessions include time for feedings, snuggles, and soothing
I handle your baby with care, patience, and expert safety practices
Your baby’s comfort comes first…always.
3. “I have no idea what to wear. Nothing fits and I’m too tired to shop.”
Let me take care of styling. You don’t need to lift a finger.
I offer a carefully curated client wardrobe with postpartum-friendly dresses for moms, simple classic pieces for baby, and outfit coordination help for siblings too. I can also help you curate your own wardrobe for the session.
That means:
No shopping trips or last-minute panic
No worrying if your dress will photograph well
Just timeless, comfortable pieces that help you feel like you
4. “I want beautiful photos, but I’ll probably never get around to printing them.”
I help you turn your images into heirloom-quality artwork.
So many moms receive a gallery, love the images, and then feel stuck. What should you print? Where do you get it made? How do you design an album?
I walk you through every step so your photos don’t just live on your phone. They become prints you hang, albums you pass down, and reminders of just how small your baby once was.
My full-service process includes:
A reveal and ordering appointment
Custom design for albums, wall art, or keepsake boxes
Easy ordering, with delivery right to your home
5. “I’m afraid I’ll miss the window.”
Book your due date in advance, we’ll stay flexible.
The best time for newborn sessions is between 7–21 days after birth, when babies are still sleepy and curled up. But you don’t have to schedule an exact date just yet.
📆 When you book during your second trimester, I reserve space around your due date and we finalize once your baby arrives. It’s flexible, simple, and one less thing to stress about.
What My Clients Are Saying
“We’ve used Angie for all three of our kids’ newborn photos as well as numerous family sessions and have always been extremely happy with the final product! I highly recommend her as she is patient, exceptionally kind, and a very talented photographer.”
— Katie Eberly
Final Thoughts: You Deserve a Newborn Photo Experience That Feels Like a Gift
This is such a short season, even if it doesn’t feel like it at 3am. The haze of the newborn days will pass, but the images we create together will become part of your family’s legacy.
With a calm, guided process and someone who knows how to make it all feel easy, your newborn session can be one of the best decisions you make during your baby’s first weeks.
Ready to feel cared for and confident and walk away with photos you’ll treasure forever?
Let’s talk about your due date and design a newborn session that fits you perfectly.
