Newborn Photoshoots

with Dublin Newborn Photographer Aoife O’Connor

Irish Newborn Photographer Of The Year 2023

Capturing the magic of your newborn

Having a new baby is exciting, overwhelming, magical and crazy all at the same time.

Your newborn baby will be teeny tiny for such a short time.

As an award winning newborn photographer in Dublin, I’d love to capture those first moments for you to treasure.

Forever.

How does a newborn photoshoot work?

Newborn photoshoots take place in my lovely studio in Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin. I pour my heart and soul into each and every session to capture the magic of your newborn baby.

Newborn photoshoots can take 3 hours (or even more!) so it's a very relaxed space where you can sit down, have a coffee and enjoy your photoshoot.

I take lots of different images of baby and parents and of course with any siblings showing that gorgeous connection in a new family. My style is natural and timeless to keep all of the focus on your baby and family.

I have a selection of gorgeous dresses in my client closet for Mamas to wear, all flattering to post partum bodies! And of course I have beautiful little hand knit and hand crafted outfits for your baby.

Smiling newborn baby all wrapped up by Dublin Newborn Photographer in Dun Laoghaire

Hello, I’m Aoife!

I am a newborn and family photographer known for my timeless, naturally beautiful newborn photography created in my gorgeous studio in Dun Laoghaire.

I feel incredibly lucky to meet and photograph each family who comes through my door. Each family is unique in their story and no matter how many babies I photograph I am in awe of the miracle that is a new baby in every single session.

My newborn photography has won many awards and I was so proud to be awarded Irish Newborn Photographer of the Year 2023. This award was just the icing on the cake, the real thrill is in creating memories for you that you will look back on with such joy in the years to come.

Newborn Photography Pricing

Step 1

Secure your newborn photoshoot with a €125 session fee.

Step 2

Choose from any of my gorgeous products from the Product Guide below.

Newborn Photoshoot Product Guide

Gorgeous little baby boy asleep resting chin on hands in Dun Laoghaire Newborn studio

Print Collections

  • Collections start at €545 for 10 fine art prints and corresponding digital images

Frame offered by newborn photography studio in Dun Laoghaire Co Dublin

Wall Art

  • Stunning range of wall art bespoke created for you. Prices start at €545

Fine art album cover with bespoke design by newborn photographer Dublin

Albums and Print Boxes

  • Stunning fine art albums to display the beautiful images from your session. A true heirloom piece. From €845

  • A unique way to treasure the beautiful images from your newborn session in a bespoke folio box. From €875

  • Gorgeous little baby girl asleep for her newborn shoot by award winning Dublin newborn photographer in Dun Laoghaire

    “5 stars isn’t enough for Aoife! Aoife is an amazing newborn photographer. Her style of photography is beautiful - neutral colours, simple yet stunning. I cried when I saw my baby’s pictures. Aoife was so patient on the day - our baby was a bit unsettled and Aoife was more than happy to wait until she settled to get the perfect shots of her. It was very relaxed, no rushing, time to feed baby as needed. I am so thrilled we have this time capsule of our baby when she was so tiny. Thank you Aoife!!”

    C&K

  • Black and white of newborn baby smiling in parent's hands for his newborn photoshoot in Dun Laoghaire

    “Aoife captured our little baby boy perfectly with all of his unique expressions and mannerisms highlighted. The session itself was so enjoyable as Aoife was incredibly patient and worked with use to create photos we will always cherish!”

    E&R

  • Little newborn baby girl asleep on her tummy by Irish Newborn Photographer of the Year in Dun Laoghaire

    “Aoife is incredible at what she does. I had a maternity shoot and then we had our newborn shoot. She made us feel so at ease, especially the newborn shoot when we were so tired with our little 8 day old. The photos are incredible, something we’ll treasure forever. I’d highly recommend Aoife and can’t wait for her to capture more of our family milestones in the future.”

    O&P

Top Questions about Newborn Photography

  • After your 20 week scan is the best time to book your shoot to ensure my availability.

  • The best time for a newborn shoot for your baby is before they are 14 days old. At this stage they are at their most sleepy and able to cuddle up into those curled up newborn positions. However if your baby is beyond this we can still do a newbon session, I will just modify the session to suit your baby. My style is natural and simple so I will always capture the gorgeousness of your baby, regardless of their age.

  • No problem! We can reschedule to the best time for you and your baby. I take a limited number of newborn bookings each month so that we can reschedule your session if baby decides to arrive early or late.

  • My newborn photoshoots are typically 2-3 hours to allow plenty of time for feeding, changing and settling. I only do one newborn photoshoot per day so there's never any time pressure so don't worry if your baby takes time to settle.

  • Of course! I love to capture your growing family all together and always make a fuss of older children to make sure they feel special at what can be an unsettling time for them.

  • Mamas, I got you! I have a selection of gorgeous dresses in my client closet for you to wear. I have a selection of sizes and styles which are flattering post partum. I also have a gorgeous selection of outfits for your newborn and babies unto 12 months.

    Before your newborn photoshoot I'll also send you my Styling Guide so that you can plan how to dress your whole family for your shoot. Putting thought and planning into styling your newborn photoshoot will make for wonderful images.

  • All you need is whatever you need to feed your baby. If you are breastfeeding and expressing, an extra bottle of expressed milk can help settle a fussy baby. Bring a pacifier if your baby takes one.

  • I completely understand. But just think for a moment how special it will be for your little baby as they grow up and see their parents in those images with them. They will see how tiny they once were all cuddled up in your hands and know they were loved from the very first moment. 

  • I will send you a prep guide before your photoshoot. But generally you just need to arrive at the studio! Have baby dressed in loose comfortable clothing. A white vest underneath is perfect.

  • I love to use parents hands during your newborn photoshoot to show just how teeny your little baby is. If you are wearing nail varnish then plase make sure it is not chipped. Softer colours work better, very strong colours can draw the focus away from your baby.

  • My newborn photoshoots are completely baby led and I love to make your session as natural and relaxed as possible so I'll work with your baby regardless of whether they're awake or sleepy. If your baby is super alert and interested then I'll focus on the gorgeous connection in a new family and I'll capture those fabulous newborn expressions. I have many years experience in photographing newborns both awake and asleep!

  • Your newborn photoshoot will take place in my lovely studio in Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin which is all set up for babies and families.

  • Approximately 2 weeks after your newborn photoshoot you will be invited to a viewing session, either in person in my studio in Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin or online depending on what suits. You can then choose whichever product suits you best from albums, print boxes, wall art and print collections.

  • The session fee is €125. Then you can choose from a gorgeous selection of wall art, albums, print boxes and prints with prices starting at €545.

Prgenant woman sitting on floor holding belly by Maternity Photographer Dun Laoghaire, Dublin

Interested in a maternity photoshoot?

I absolutely love to meet families first for their maternity photoshoot and then for their newborn photoshoot! If you’d like to find out more about pregnancy photography then please click below:

Tiny baby girl all curled up in her family's hands by Newborn Photographer Dun Laoghaire Dublin Wicklow Meath

Let’s chat!

I’d love to chat to you about your newborn photoshoot. Fill out the form below and I’ll be in touch.