In-home or hospital
Fresh 48 Photographer in Sydney Hills Shire


Fresh 48 Lifestyle Session
A Fresh 48 session captures those precious first hours of your baby's life - those tiny details, first family moments, and pure wonder of meeting your little one for the first time. Whether at your birthing suite in Sydney's Hills Shire or during your first days at home, these sessions document the raw beauty of your baby's very first moments.
These relaxed documentary-style sessions are perfect for capturing authentic moments like siblings meeting for the first time, grandparent visits, or those quiet moments of bonding with your newborn. Each image tells the story of your baby's first days in the world.
Fresh 48 sessions typically take place within the first 24-48 hours after birth, either at your hospital, birthing center, or home - wherever your new chapter begins. These sessions are unposed and natural, focusing on the genuine emotions and connections of these fleeting moments.

When to Book Your Fresh 48 Session
The ideal time to book your Fresh 48 session is during your pregnancy, around the same time you book your maternity photos. This ensures I'm prepared and on-call around your due date, ready to document those precious first hours.
As your Fresh 48 photographer in Western Sydney, I'll work closely with you to plan the perfect timing for your session.
Fresh 48
Photography Package
The Fresh 48 Photography Package includes a short and sweet 30 minute session. I always try to arrive 15 minutes before to meet, greet and prepare anything which may be needed.
I am based in Box Hill NSW, so my regular hospitals include Blacktown, Westmead Public, Westmead Private, Norwest Private and Seven Day Adventist Hospital (The SAN). However I can attend other hospitals across Sydney. a $70 travel charge applies for out of area hospitals or locations.
This package includes 25 final lightly edited images (crop, brightness, oritentati0n and global colour balancing). This session does not include skin smoothing, retouching or blemish removal as the intention is to preserve those raw, authentic fresh moments.
$385

Bundle Maternity or Newborn Sessions and Save $200
Document Your Complete Pregnancy to Newborn Journey
What to Expect For Your Fresh 48
No need to worry about special preparation!
Fresh 48 sessions are completely documentary in style, capturing real moments as they unfold. There is no requirements to prepare family outfits or styling.
However, if you prefer to take control, I can provide guidance on simple ways to enhance your space and create beautiful, natural images:
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Tips for maximizing natural light in your hospital room or home
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Suggestions for simple, comfortable outfits that photograph beautifully
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Ideas for meaningful details to include
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Guidance on involving siblings and family members
During our pre-session consultation, we'll discuss all the details to ensure you feel completely at ease for your session.

Ready To Tell Your Story?
FAQ
Here are the most frequently asked questions.
If there’s anything else you’d like to know, please Reach Out
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How much is the booking deposit? Can I reschedule?The deposit is payable AFTER I confirm the session availabily, following your enquiry. Reach out and reserve your date today - at no cost. The deposit to secure your sesison is $150. This is non-refundable, however sessions can be rescheduled or the deposit credited to a different session type (so you don't lose your deposit). 72 hours notice is required to reschedule a session, unless due to unexpected serious ilness or health complications.
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What if I am not comfortable Infront of a camera?Family and newborn lifestyle sessions are designed to be natural and easy, whether outdoors or in-home. No awkward poses or stiff smiles here! You’ll barely notice the camera, and the focus will be on capturing moments as they unfold, not on posing or perfection.
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I'm worried about my baby/child not cooperating during the shootDon't worry! I allow plenty of time to settle and calm baby if required during the photo session. As for the kiddos, temper tantrums and frowns are all part of the journey! I let the children lead, so everyone can relax and we capture real, unscripted smiles.
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What is the best timing for newborn/maternity photo sessions?For maternity photos, booking between 32-34 weeks gestation gives you a glowing, beautiful belly. Newborn photo sessions are ideally done between 4-14 days old, when your little one is still sleepy and flexible. Sessions are limited, so please enquire at least 6 weeks ahead. Sometimes cancellations create availability, so feel free to reach out if you’re in need of a last-minute session!
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What is required for a home session?I can work with most spaces. I focus on capturing the beauty in your environment, even if its not perfect. As I use natural light in my sessions, the most important thing is access to a well lit room out of harsh, direct light. I can photograph in dim rooms, hower it does introduce a grainy vintage film look to the photos. Fortuneatly I don't need very much space. A neat, uncluttered room like a lounge room, master bedroom or nursery is ideal. If unsure you can share some images with me during consultation and decide on the best approach for your in-home family lifestyle photography session.
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Are professional family and newborn photos really worth it?I completely understand that budgeting for professional photography can feel like a big decision. That’s why I offer AfterPay to split your payments into 4 installments. While smartphones are great for quick snaps, professional photography goes far beyond that—it’s about capturing genuine emotions, using expert lighting and composition, and creating images of superior, fine-art quality perfect for large prints that will stand the test of time. DIY photography also makes it nearly impossible to include the entire family in candid, heartfelt moments. Often, one person—usually the one behind the camera—is left out and rarely has photos of themselves. With a professional photographer, everyone gets to be part of the memories, creating a complete story of your family to cherish forever. It may seem like a big investment, but these photos last a lifetime. Think about how much we spend on fleeting indulgences—like coffee runs or a trip to the nail salon. In comparison, professional photography creates something timeless, capturing precious snapshots for you and future generations. I guarantee in 10 years’ time you won’t be thinking about the cost while reminiscing over your beautiful memories.
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How are photos selected and edited?I select around 40 to 45 of the best images from your session to lightly edit. This involves applying colour grading and cropping. These are then delivered for your review, where you can select your final 15 images, or choose to upgrade for extra photos. Then your final selection will be finley hand edited to remove distractions, do any face swaps, remove baby acne, even newborn skin colour and texture, even adult skin and blemishes and clean up backgrounds to remove distractions. Some artistic styling can also be applied such as selective lightening, darkening or blurring of areas. My editing services do not include slimming or body reshaping.
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Why is there a charge to purchase additional images?My focus is on quality over quantity—your package includes the most meaningful and beautifully captured images that tell your story. While the photos have already been taken, editing and delivering additional images requires time and resources. Charging for extra images or full gallery upgrades helps cover the time spent curating and editing while maintaining the high standards you expect.