What other items do I recommend for your Newborn Photography Business?

Not everything for the newborn photography business is specialized for Newborn Photographers. Some of the tools and equipment we use in the specialized niche of newborn photography, are items that are used in every day life of a Mom! That's right! These items from Amazon will make your job easier in studio! Follow each link to get to each item specifically, and you can thank me later. (Pro Tip: Do not purchase specialized items like props, wraps, apparel etc from places like Amazon, these are usually stolen copyright images from Pro photographers and the items themselves are knock offs, and will unlikely be what you are looking for. They will be low quality, sizing will be wrong, and won't look the way you want them too, making you have to replace them sooner, or never use them at all, and that is a waste of hard earned funds! {Not to mention other countries still use lead in their dyes...OUCH!} I will have another blog on all of my favorite vendors coming soon!)

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Disposeable Waterproof Changing Pads goes under your fabric layers to keep everythingn else dry if baby has an accident while working with them for nakey shots.

Want to safely keep baby warm during the session? This is far safer than using a heater that could be knocked over and start a fire, or could get too hot and over heat baby. This Sealy Heated Blanket Electric Throw, Flannel & Sherpa Heating Throw with 6 Heat Settings & 2-10 Hours Auto Shut Off, Fast Heating & ETL Certification, 50x60 Inch will properly heat the surface keeping baby toasty through the entire unwrapped portion of your session! Recommended temperature: 78-80 degrees.

Studio Light Trigger and Receiver, compatible with Nikon, Canon, and Sony Cameras! I have used this trigger/receiver combo for 5 years now (as of 2020) and have never had any issues at all. In fact, I haven't even had to change the battery in the trigger! Definitely a must for your studio light. I am using the Paul C Buff Einstein for my newborn photography and this was a cinch to connect!

White Noise Machines are tremendously helpful! Many use another brand, however, I went through 3 of them in under a year, and not because the batteries died. Rather Dad's who were trying to be helpful would over turn the on/off activator, and broke them. I have had this unit now since 2022 and its amazing! Have not changed batteries even since the first use!

Need to keep things handy during your session? Of course you do because you cannot step away from baby to get something, that is UNSAFE! I have this cart (without the added baskets and frankly I wish that would have been an option when I purchased mine!) and it is a lifesaver! I keep everything from the weighted blanket to tie backs, change of clothes, clips for backdrops, posing beans (yes we have those coming from INfiniTI Props as well!), wraps, bonnets, nursing pads (yes thats next!) You need it? It fits! (Ok not all props lol) This Simple Houseware 4-Tier Multifunctional Rolling Utility Cart with Hanging Buckets, White will be a lifesaver!

Lansinoh Stay Dry Disposable Nursing Pads, Soft and Super Absorbent Breast Pads, Breastfeeding Essentials for Moms, 200 Count are perfect! Not only are they great to have for mom when baby is sleeping so well they are missing a feeding time, but also to use as quick clean up from pee, poop, spit up, all the wonderful fluids we will most definitely encouter during a session! Since these are disposeable you don't need to worry about washing them, and each one will be sanitary for baby!

You need a way to snuggly and securely keep your fabric backdrops in place and these are the perfect fit! Although there are others, these have proven to be the most reliable in my studio. 20 Pack 4.5 inch Plastic Spring Clamps, Black Heavy Duty Clips, Backdrop Clips Clamps, Woodworking Clamps, Plastic Clamps for Photography backdrops.

These 20 PCS Velvet Hangers Clips Clothes Pins clips Strong Velvet Clips Fit Clips for Velvet Hangers Perfect for Thin Velvet Hangers are absolutely amazing! I use these not only on the velvet hangers (coming up next) for my newborn client wardrobe, but these are great for when you wrap a baby and need to hold the wrap closed in the back. No more tearing holes in your not so cheap (because they are high quality) handmade wraps! I opted for gray as they are easy to see no matter what color is being used, but also hide well if I have to leave it in the photo but need to change the color!

Utopia Home Kids Hangers Velvet (50 Pack) - 11 Inch Durable Baby Hangers for Closet - Perfect for Toddler & Non Slip for Everyday Use are perfect for hanging those adorable high quality outfits on. They don't slip, even if you don't hang them from the shoulders, but have to fold it like a pair of pants! (because knitted pieces will get holes in them if you hang them from the shoulders..another pro tip!)

2 Pack Magnetic Paper Towel Holder for Fridge,Black Kitchen Towel Holder is perfect for hanging on that 4 tier black cart! I don't use it for paper towels though! Nope! I hang all of my wraps from it in order that I will need them for the session. And if its a girl, I also hang the tie back in the order to go with the wrap I am using!

JollyPop 0-3 Months Pacifier 10 Pack Unscented - Pink. These are individually wrapped (or were the last time I ordered them). I don't require any of my clients to use these, but I do keep them on hand just in case they use them but forgot one, or they don't but are willing to try one when babe is unsettled. EVERY baby I have had that I was told "Just won't take a paci so we don't use them, but we are ok if you want to try", has taken one of these! They make sessions go so much smoother when you have a babe that does not want to do anything but suckle for comfort!

JollyPop 0-3 Months Pacifier 10 Pack Unscented - Blue. These are individually wrapped (or were the last time I ordered them). I don't require any of my clients to use these, but I do keep them on hand just in case they use them but forgot one, or they don't but are willing to try one when babe is unsettled. EVERY baby I have had that I was told "Just won't take a paci so we don't use them, but we are ok if you want to try", has taken one of these! They make sessions go so much smoother when you have a babe that does not want to do anything but suckle for comfort

40 Pack Openable Curtain Rings with Clips Metal Hangers Ring, Drapery Clips Hooks, Decorative Curtain Rod Clips Hangers 1.5 Inch Interior Diameter Eyelets are perfect for haning on your velvet hangers hook so you can keep bonnets/sleepy caps with their outfits. But not just that! I also use these to hang my wraps and matching bonnets! I double up the wrap length wise to hang through the hoop and use the claimp to hold the bonnet or sleepy cap that goes with it! You can then organize your entire wrap wall with the matching under wraps to make it easier to pull for your sessions! My wrap wall from 2023 (sadly I do have more now lol, shhhhh don't tell my husband! In fact, all of the ones on the left are full, 3 of the 4 center is full and 2 of the 4 on the right...I THINK I MIGHT HAVE A PROBLEM!)

Sleigh Style Baby Changing Table with Laundry Hamper and 3 Storage Baskets is perfect for mom's to have access to newborn diapers that I keep on hand, warm diaper wipes (non allergenic of course), and I have a hamper to put all of my used fabrics in to wash!

TILLYOU Changing Pad Cover Set in Soft Jersey Material - Fits 32"/34''x16 Contoured Pad for Babies, Lt Green & Lt Gray

Munchkin® Waterproof Changing Pad Liners, 3 Count I use these to put on top of the changing pad cover so that if baby soils during a change, I don't have to change the pad cover, but just replace this liner. It lessens the amount of laundry.

Bottle Warmer, HIYAKOI Fast Baby Bottle Warmer for Breastmilk with Smart Temperature Control, Keep 24H, Sterili-zing, Heat Baby Food, Thaw, Double Bottle Warmer for All Bottles I have used a different warmer and it literally stopped working after only 4 uses. The power switch chords came apart, so I have switched to this one and all of my clients LOVE this!

Wemore Minky Dot Weighted Blanket 3 lbs, Soft Cozy Weighted Lap Blanket for Travel and Napping, Small Weighted Blanket Slate Blue 19 x 22 inches This weighted blanket is wonderful for babies that have harsh startle reflex! This becomes a second pair of hands for me! While I am posing the top of the baby, I cover the bottom and they don't startle nearly as much. Making my posing time quicker for those touchy babes! I should stock them, mom's always order one during a session!

Man this area has changed so much in my studio! If you see anything in here that you want to know what it is, please feel free to send me a message! dania@oncuephotographyus.com

Okay, I think that is it for now. PS I no longer use that stand up space heater, just so you know. I'm not promoting something I don't use with the heated blanket! Its just been a while since I have taken a photo from this client couch!