New newborn photographers often lack confidence and aren’t sure whether they are on the right track. Even more experienced photographers sometimes make these newborn photographer mistakes!

We run through the top 8 mistakes that you can make as a new newborn photographer, and I will give you some advice on how to avoid them. Keeping these tips in mind will help you gain confidence when going into your next newborn session, and help you deliver those gorgeous images you’ve always dreamed of.

Above all, be kind to yourself in your learning journey. We all start at the beginning! Don’t compare yourself to photographers with years of experience when you’re just starting out – your only measure for growth should be how much you’ve improved since YOU started!