5 TIPS FOR A STRESS-GREE FAMILY SESSION | NJ FAMILY & NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER MONMOUTH COUNTY NJ

Hi mama! You’re thinking about booking a family session but the first thing on your mind is how you're going to get your kiddos to cooperate, look at the camera, smile, etc. I get it, I’m a mama too and always had the same concerns until I realized what I was doing was making things worse.  Check out these 5 simple tips for a stress-free session that will leave you with beautiful family photos that you will cherish for a lifetime!


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Tip #1 - Tell your kids you're going to the park (or beach) to enjoy some time together and play games as a family.  A fun trick is to play Simon Says by telling kids “Simon says look at the camera”, “Simon says tickle daddy”, etc. Let your photographer give your kids cues and interact with them.  



Tip #2 - Have outfits ready in advance and plan on arriving at least 10 minutes early to relieve yourself from any stress.  This gives you wiggle room if anything unexpected happens.  



Kids having fun at a family photography session in Howell, NJ.

Tip #3 -  Don’t come hungry. Make sure everyone eats something before your session or even a small snack.  No one is happy when they're “hangry”!



Tip #4 - Don’t plan a busy day before your photo session.  Keep it simple and let your kids relax that day.  No one wants their pictures taken when they are over-tired!



Tip #5 - Finally, relax, step back, and let your kids have fun.  Trust that your photographer will capture those moments and have some tricks up their sleeve if they aren’t cooperating.  Sometimes forcing kids to do things will make matters worse. The best photos come from genuine smiles and laughs when your kids are doing what they enjoy.  


Lauren Marie Photography is based at the Jersey Shore including Monmouth and Ocean counties. Please contact me if you would like to book a session or more information about a family or newborn session!