Auckland Newborn Photography
Experienced newborn photographer with an Auckland studio
Welcome! We're so glad you found us. Your newborn photography experience begins right here.
The first few weeks with your newborn are special and fleeting. Between adjusting to new routines and soaking in those early moments, time can slip away before you even realise it. Newborn photography allows you to preserve these earliest memories, creating lasting images that you’ll treasure as your baby grows.
If your baby is a little older (4+ months) check out our older baby photography.
How do I choose the right newborn photographer?
Trust. Safety. Care.
Newborn photography is a specialised art—one that goes beyond creating beautiful images. It requires training, experience, and a deep understanding of how to safely and gently handle your baby.
Experience.
With over a decade of experience in New Zealand and the UK, Siobhan Kelly has photographed hundreds of newborns with expert care. Your baby’s wellbeing is always the top priority.
All poses—whether awake or asleep—are done safely and comfortably. Sessions are baby-led, allowing time for feeding, settling, and cuddles. You'll be welcomed into a calm, clean, and cosy studio where you and your baby can relax and enjoy the experience.
"Had such a lovely experience with our newborn shoot! The photos are gorgeous and something we will treasure forever. Siobhan is so patient and kind and she took her time with our 2 week old who wasn’t overly interested in sleeping!! She really worked her magic. Thank you so much Siobhan!"
-Hannah
To see if Siobhan Kelly Photography could be the right Auckland newborn photographer for you, find many more reviews on Facebook or Google.
Our photography style
At Siobhan Kelly Photography, our goal is to create images that are timeless, personalised, and gently polished.
Clean and classic styling
Our studio offers a curated selection of natural, beautiful props and a wide range of wraps, textures, and outfits. Before your session, we’ll talk through your styling preferences—whether you prefer all neutrals or a touch of colour. Every detail is guided by your preferences, so the final gallery reflects your unique aesthetic and feels true to you.
Timeless editing
Siobhan’s editing style focuses on natural tones and subtle enhancements, ensuring each image remains true to life while highlighting the beauty and details of your baby. With an extensive editing skillset, we are happy to help touch up skin imperfections, smooth double chins, and soften tired eyes.
When should I have a newborn photography session?
Newborn sessions are ideally held within the first two weeks of life while your baby is still tiny, fresh, and sleepy. That said, we can still capture beautiful images up to six weeks of age, as babies begin to show more expressions, make eye contact, and interact with family. To ensure you get your preferred session date, we recommend booking while you're still pregnant so we can be sure to reserve a date.
Each session is baby-led, allowing you to relax and enjoy the experience while your baby is carefully photographed and cared for.
Newborn photography session types and pricing
Classic session
Perfectly stylised with your taste in mind, this session is the full newborn photography experience.
- Sessions up to 3 hours in our Auckland studio with our experienced newborn photographer
- The whole family is welcome to get involved - we will take photos of all of your children individually and together before we focus on your baby, as well as with parents
- Use of props, wraps, studio wardrobe
- Fully stylised to fit your taste
- All chosen images in both colour and black and white
- Full gallery of newborn photos (25+) to choose from
- Ability to add a newborn highlights video
Example of a full session below
$150 Session fee + collections from $390
Mini session
For those after a simple experience, capturing those tiny newborn features while your baby is still tiny.
- One hour sessions in our Auckland studio with our experienced newborn photographer
- Newborn only who remains wrapped for the session
- Use of one prop + beanbag poses
- Six images chosen by the photographer (colour + B&W)
Example of a mini session below
$490 inclusive of the session and six images
"Siobhan did our newborn photography shoot late last year and we were so delighted with the photos. She was so wonderful throughout the shoot giving us time to feed, change baby etc and was really good with baby. I will definitely be using her again."
-Charlotte
To see if Siobhan Kelly Photography could be the right Auckland newborn photographer for you, find many more reviews on Facebook or Google.
Auckland Newborn Photographer FAQs
When should I book a newborn photography session?
The best time to book a session with our Auckland newborn photographer is while you're pregnant, so we can ensure you a space when your baby arrives. As we all know, your baby will be the final decider on when that is! Because of this, we only book in a couple of due dates a week. If your baby has already arrived, we would still love to hear from you as we will definitely still try to fit you in where we can.
How long do newborn sessions take?
Newborn photography, unlike family or other forms of portrait photography, can take up to 3-4 hours simply as we stop and start throughout the session to keep your baby safe, happy, and fed! Having said that, most of our sessions are done within the 2.5 hour mark.
What can I expect during a newborn photography session?
With over eight years of newborn photography experience, here at Siobhan Kelly Photography we know what we doing and have a tried and tested workflow. If siblings are involved, we will aim to take photos with them first while they are still interested in what is going on. Family photos will follow this, and then once we have set any siblings up with entertainment, we will continue with photos of your newborn baby alone. Don't worry at all if you're feeling nervous - we have plenty of tricks to tame toddlers, get your newborn to sleep, and to make you (naturally) smile!
When you book in with us, we will also send you a session guide, so you know exactly what to wear, what to bring, and what to expect.
I saw this photo with a prop I love...
Bowls, baskets, headbands, hats... if they belongs to the studio (most things do, unless they were brought in specifically by clients) - you're welcome to use them in your session too! Feel free to ask ahead of time and we can make sure to incorporate it in your newborn photography session. Having said that, if you have anything special you'd like to include, feel free to bring it along too.
You do other types of photography too, right?
Sure do! If you're looking for any of the following, click on through -
I still have a question!
We would love to answer it! To find out anything about our Auckland newborn photography sessions or anything else we may be able to help with, please get in touch with us. We can't wait to meet you and your new baby!
-Siobhan Kelly, Auckland newborn photographer 🙂
