A calm, natural newborn photoshoot with The Block 2025’s Emma and Ben as they welcomed their baby boy, Bailey, into my Brighton studio. A warm, minimal session focused on connection and the small details of these early weeks.

A once‑in‑a‑lifetime walking safari with wild polar bears at Churchill Wild’s Seal River Lodge. Close encounters, belugas and unforgettable photography moments.

Wondering if you should book a newborn photography session? Learn when to book, what to expect, and how to prepare, so you can capture your baby’s earliest days with confidence, ease, and lasting memories.

Get clear answers to the top questions Melbourne parents ask before a newborn photography session, from when to book and how to prepare to safety, siblings, and what to expect, so you can feel confident, relaxed, and ready.

Including all generations in your family photo shoot can be incredibly important and valuable. Here is why…

Toddlers are the best but also can be challenging. How to get the best out of your toddler in a photoshoot - here are some tips.

Including all generations in your family photo shoot can be incredibly important and valuable. Here is why…

Choosing a location for your family or maternity photoshoot in Melbourne is an important step in your photography journey. Susan Bradfield Photography can help you find the perfect location for your story.

Choosing a location for your family or maternity photoshoot in Melbourne is an important step in your photography journey. Susan Bradfield knows all the best beaches and parks in Bayside Melbourne and can help you find the perfect location for your photo story.

Having a maternity photoshoot is a great way to record your pregnancy journey. Including your partner completes the story. Here’s why Susan Bradfield Photography encourages your partner to join the shoot.

An outdoor setting is very different to a studio for any photoshoot. Here are some of the differences to help you decide what works best for your maternity photoshoot - studio or outdoors.

So you’ve booked your maternity photoshoot - how do you decide what to wear for it? Susan Bradfield Photography offers some tips.

Welcoming a newborn is one of life’s most treasured moments, and many Melbourne families turn to professional photography to preserve this very brief stage. What should you expect to pay for a newborn photographer?

Expecting a baby is one of the most special times in your life and will probably not happen that often. Capturing that journey through maternity photography is something you can value forever. So you might be wondering: how much does a maternity photographer cost?

Newborn photography should be viewed as an investment in memory. It’s about creating something lasting, meaningful, and beautiful in the midst of one of life’s most transformative experiences. These images will always be a reminder of where this story began.

The ideal time for a maternity session is typically between 28 and 34 weeks of pregnancy. This is because your belly has a beautifully round size and shape that photographs beautifully, and you're likely still feeling comfortable enough to move around and enjoy the experience.

The Ideal Window: 5 to 14 Days Old

Generally, the sweet spot for newborn photography is between 5 and 14 days after birth. Here’s why:

Babies are still super sleepy during this time, which means they’re more likely to settle into those beautifully curled-up poses.

That fresh newborn look—flaky skin, tiny fingers, and squishy cheeks—is still very much present and there to be recorded.

At its heart, minimalist newborn photography is all about honoring the simplicity and purity of new life. It lets the emotion, connection, and beauty of the moment speak for itself—no frills required.

If you’re drawn to clean lines, soft palettes, and a style that will never go out of fashion, a minimalist newborn session might be the perfect choice for you.

What to Expect and how to cope with a newborn photo shoot with siblings and the whole family.

Display your professional photography images with professional printing. Here are some reasons why.