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Little Details for little ones...

Thank you for considering Cozy Hygge for your newborn photography session!

We are truly honored to be part of this special chapter in your life. As parents ourselves, we completely understand that you might have many questions—and even a few concerns—about how a newborn session works.

You may be wondering:
“Is it safe for my tiny baby?”
“Will my baby be comfortable?”
“What if my baby doesn’t cooperate like the ones in the sample photos?”

These are all perfectly normal questions—and we’re here to walk you through it.

Your Baby’s Safety Comes First—Always

At Cozy Hygge, safety is our number one priority. We understand what it means to hand over your most precious little one to someone else, even for a short time. That trust is never taken for granted.

We never force a baby into any pose or position they are not comfortable with. Every baby is unique—with different personalities, moods, and stages of development—so we follow their cues and gently guide the session around what they’re naturally able to do. If your baby doesn’t want to do a certain pose, that’s absolutely okay! We work around it while still capturing beautiful, heartfelt images.

“How Are Those Poses Even Safe?”

We get it—some of the poses you see in our gallery (like the popular “chin-on-hands” pose) might look a bit scary at first glance. Rest assured: many of these poses are created safely through a process called compositing. That means the final image is actually made by combining two or more photos during editing. Throughout the entire shoot, your baby is always fully supported by hands or props, and never left to hold themselves in any position.

We also maintain a clean, cozy, and calming studio environment to help your baby feel safe, warm, and content.

We’re here not just to create beautiful images, but to make sure you and your baby feel relaxed and cared for every step of the way. If you have any other questions—big or small—please don’t hesitate to ask. We’re happy to help you feel prepared and confident ahead of your session.

Below are some common questions that you might have-take a momment to read through them and get a better feel for how our newborn sessions work.

Warmly,
The Cozy Hygge Team

The Best Time for a Newborn Photoshoot?

Newborn sessions are most successful when your baby is between 8–20 days old. During this time, babies are usually sleepier, more flexible, and easier to pose. After 20 days, they tend to be more awake and alert, and may start to develop colic or baby acne. They also get chubbier, which can make certain poses—like the "tushie-up" or fitting into small props—a bit trickier.

Missed the ideal window? No worries!
We can still capture beautiful images of older babies with a bit more wrapping and soothing.

Props & Accessories?

We’ve got a wide range of props, wraps, blankets, hats, and headbands in beautiful shades for both boys and girls. You don’t need to bring anything unless you have something special—like a handmade blanket, ultrasound photo, quilt, or personalized item—you’d love us to include.

The Session?

Sessions can last up to 3 hours, depending on the package. This includes time for feeding, soothing, and cuddling your baby back to sleep between shots.

Please bring enough milk for at least 4 hours, as babies often feed more frequently during the session.

If your session includes family photos:

We recommend earth-toned outfits.
Moms: sleeveless dresses work beautifully.
Dads: plain shirts or t-shirts are great.
The studio is kept warm (around 24°C) for baby’s comfort, so it might feel toasty for adults.

For the best experience, we kindly ask that only parents attend the session. A calm and quiet environment helps baby settle more easily.

Safety is always our top priority...

If we feel your baby isn’t ready for a certain pose, we’ll skip it and work on other pose instead—your baby’s well-being comes first, always.

How to Prepare Before the Session?

Feed baby fully before the session starts. A full tummy helps them sleep deeply.
- Bottle-feeding with formula is often more consistent for long naps, but if you're breastfeeding, we recommend pumping into a bottle beforehand.
Bring plenty of diapers and wipes, plus a spare outfit and swaddle for your baby.
Accidents happen! Pack an extra set of clothes for yourselves too, just in case.
A cozy blanket is great for snuggling between poses or during breaks.
Even if your baby doesn’t normally use one, bringing a pacifier can really help soothe them during posing. Just a few minutes of sucking can make all the difference.

Pose & Prop Requests

If you have specific poses or props in mind, please let us know at least 2 days before your session so we can prepare accordingly. Unfortunately, we can’t accommodate same-day requests.