Fresh 48 Session
newborn baby's life. It's so important to capture them at this stage because newborns grow and change so much during those first few days. Many of my clients choose fresh 48 sessions because it gives parents the opportunity to rest and get photo ready after a sometimes long and exhausting labor and delivery.
Fresh 48 sessions, also known as hospital photography sessions are a great alternative to birth photography. These sessions are named Fresh 48's because they take place during the first 48 hours after your baby's birth. These are my favorite sessions because they allow me to capture and preserve those first few days of your
What is a Fresh 48 Session?
My approach to Fresh 48 sessions is lifestyle focused, meaning that I give direction and guidance to a point, such as positioning you in the best light, asking you to look at each other, look at your baby, and so on. However, I am mostly creating a space and opportunity for connections to happen naturally. I aim to capture little details like baby feet, hands, first yawns, tiny finger nails, belly buttons, baby snuggled up in the hospital bassinet, baby snuggles with mom and dad, first feedings, first diaper changes, going home from the hospital, baby's first bath, and more. Sessions can also be timed so we are able to document siblings meeting baby for the first time!
What you can expect while working with me...
My Approach
When you are packing your hospital bags be sure to include the outfits that you and your family will wear for your session. For your partner, keep it simple like jeans and a neutral solid colored top. For you, wear something comfortable. Those first few days after delivery will have you wanting to stay in your pjs forever!
It’s also important to give your photographer a heads up when you are in labor. This will give enough time for them to schedule for your upcoming session. I always suggest that you assign your partner the task of contacting your photographer and setting up a session time....
How to prepare for your fresh 48 Session
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+ Mercy Hospital St Louis
+ Barnes Jewish Hospital
+ Memorial East
+ St. Joseph Health Center - Lake St. Louis
+ St. Luke's Hospital
+ Missouri Baptist Medical Center
+ Mercy Birthing Center
+ and many more
I photograph fresh 48 sessions in birthing facilities throughout the St. Louis and surrounding areas. Including hospitals, birthing centers, or in your home, if you choose a home birth.
I offer fresh 48 sessions at all birthing facilities in the St. Louis and surrounding areas including but not limited to:
Locations
"Kelly’s work really is amazing! I’ve had my wedding photos, family photos and a fresh 48 session (highly recommend) done by Kelly and I have never been disappointed. The pictures are always so beautiful and I’m always extremely pleased. If you’re someone like me who never knows what to do, she gives wonderful direction. She makes you feel so comfortable in front of the camera!"
Ashley, Fresh 48 session
"I was beyond blessed to have Kelly do my fourth baby’s Fresh 48 session. It was quick, enjoyable and honestly really fun! Kelly is calm, talented, wonderful with kids and makes you feel so important. Documenting our newborn’s first few days was very important to me because they change so quickly and Kelly totally nailed it!"
Abigail, Fresh 48 session
FRAMED STATEMENT ART
I offer custom framing services and my goal is to give my clients the most archival framing possible. The absolute best way to protect your prints for the longest amount of time is by getting them properly framed behind glass, conservation acrylic or museum acrylic. This gives the highest level of protection against UV light and dust.
CUSTOM GALLERY WALLS
Designing a gallery wall can be an overwhelming task. I am here to help guide you in creating a layout that comes together beautifully, with the option of growing with your family through the years. With my design program, we will take all guesswork out of the process and create a layout that fits perfectly in your space, and complete the process by installing your frames for you.
heirloom albums
Showcase your favorite images in a custom designed Heirloom Album that can be past down through the generations. Many families enjoy creating an album that highlights each milestone, giving a library of memories to their children. Others choose to create a First Year Album that is built overtime and completed with their baby's 12 month session.
FIRST YEAR COLLECTIVE MEMBERS RECEIVE AN ALBUM CREDIT TOWARD EACH SESSION
