NEWBORN QUESTIONNAIRE, PREPARATION & DIRECTIONS

Parents Names

First NamesLast Name

Email

example@example.com

Phone Number

Please enter a valid phone number.

Baby's name:

Baby's Date of Birth

Gender

BoyGirl

List the names and ages of siblings (if any) to be photographed during the session. Please ensure you bring entertainment/snacks etc or plan to only bring them for their portion

Please choose which types of images you would like most in your session. Simple and Deluxe Collections can include three of these choices. Basic Collection can include ONE choice -ALL poses chosen will be time permitting and are not guaranteed.

Baby Alone- with natural posing (ie stretched out, loosely swaddled with textures etc)Baby with Parents/Family/siblingClose ups/detailsProp poses (baby wrapped in basket, crate, etc (by checking this box you are allowing the photographer to handle and pose your baby)

Which colour scheme do you prefer for newborn wraps/textures etc? Please Note: each session is styled with a more natural approach and always includes neutrals (You may choose multiple options below).

Neutral and Natural: Browns, Taupes and CreamsLight and Airy: Creams, Ivory, WhitesFeminine: Floral, creams, pinks, coralNatural with blue hues, greysEarthy tones and textures, with neutrals, browns and greensbaby holding felted teddies/felted hearts etcThis is a rainbow baby

"Other" colours/ideas you may have had in mind

Would you like access to my client wardrobe for mom?

Yes! Please pick out some options to match the session.No thank you, I have my own clothing to wear.A bit of both! I would like to do an outfit change.No parent images please

Would you like access to my client wardrobe for big sister?

YesNoN/A

Anything else I may have missed? Dislikes? Anything specific you would like to add?

Newborn Preparation Guidelines

Tips to ensure a smooth session and a sleepy baby!
Please be sure to follow the preparation guidelines as closely as possible. Failing to do so can result in a more fussy baby and less images!
Your session will last anywhere from 45 minutes to 2 hours and I really appreciate if you could please arrive 5 minutes prior to our session to utilize our time in the best way possible. (Be sure to read the policies page for more detailed information)

Please fill out your Newborn Questionnaire to let me know the colours etc that you like for your session. I generally start with neutrals and earthy tones, adding subtle pops of colour (blues, greens, pinks etc).

Sleepy, content babies make for beautiful and peaceful images
All the planning will be done the day or night before our session. Set up takes me anywhere from 2-3 hours, so please fill out your form copmpletely. If needed, feel free to send me screenshots from my website. 2-5 screenshots are great for me to know the things that you like for the session.

Tips:

Although this sounds difficult, please try to keep baby awake for the hour or two prior the session so they will sleep better for posing. I find awake babies are very hard to pose and typically want to spend time eating. If you are nursing, I would suggest to refrain from caffeine, dairy and raw vegetables to minimize gas or a colicky baby. A warm bath for baby prior the session (one hour before) is also recommended and very beneficial. Please dress the baby only in a zippered/easy to remove sleeper. If you have a 30 minute plus drive ahead of you, please feed the baby before leaving for the session. Generally they fall asleep in the car and are already fast asleep when they arrive, and this means we can get right into our session. If you are pumping or supplementing, bringing a full extra bottle can be extremely handy as newborns sometimes eat a lot more than usual during the session. My best sessions are when baby is well fed. If there are thoughts or concerns of low breast milk supply, some clients consider bringing a bottle, as it can definitely help with a smooth session and will not interfere with your feeding plan. Bottle feeding is usually a bit quicker too, so we can generally get more time spent on creating images.

If your baby has dry and flaky skin, you may apply a small amount of hypoallergenic baby oil or scent free vaseline over those areas before you leave home. Feel free to bring your: breast pump, formula, make-up, snacks, drinks. extra receiving blankets and diapers.

-A friendly reminder that clients should not bring props due to safety reasons. One or two sentimental items may be okay, but please check with me first or fill out the questionnaire with these items. 

- I ask that a pacifier be brought to your session. It will likely be used just for a few seconds, never to replace feeding, and is very helpful for successful transitioning of poses.

- Due to the size of my home studio and new regulations with Covid, no friends or extended family members can join us unless discussed prior to and they are part of the same household.

- No photos or videos can be taken with your personal camera during the session. (You are welcome to have your phones with you of course, and behind the scenes images are always welcome)

Directions to my home studio:

My address is 306082 Aspen Meadows Rise East, Foothills county. Our home may show up on Google maps or GPS as Wain Farms or Alicia Nicole Wopereis. It may not show up at all, so please double check the directions on how to get here. It is very simple and is only two turns from the highway.

Coming from Calgary: Take HWY 2 South until the Kayben Farms turnoff (360 Ave). Take the exit and follow 306 Ave a few kms up until you see Aspen Meadows Rise East on your left hand side. Turn here. We are the last brown house on the left at the end of the road. Look for our blue sign number 306082.

From Okotoks: Take 32nd Street all the way up past Kayben Farms and turn left onto 306 Ave. Follow 306 Ave up until you see Aspen Meadows Rise East on your left hand side. Turn here. We are the last brown house on the left at the end of the road. Look for our blue sign number 306082.

Park by the side black gate, and come down the yard around the pond to the walk out basement door.

If you have questions at any time, please feel free to text me at 403-601-0662 I look forward to seeing you! 
Alicia Nicole Wopereis