What is a Fresh 48 newborn session?

A Fresh 48 session is a relaxed newborn photography session that takes place within the first 24 to 48 hours after your baby is born, either in hospital or shortly after returning home.

What is the difference between Fresh 48 and newborn photography?

Fresh 48 photography documents your baby naturally during the first two days after birth, while traditional newborn photography is usually more posed and takes place later within the first few weeks.

Which Sydney hospitals allow Fresh 48 photography?

Fresh 48 sessions can often take place in Sydney private and public hospitals depending on current maternity ward visitor policies, including hospitals such as Norwest Private, Westmead Private, The SAN, Liverpool Hospital and Auburn Hospital.

Can Fresh 48 sessions happen at home instead?

Yes, Fresh 48 sessions can also take place at home within the first few days after birth if hospital photography is not possible or preferred.

When should I book a Fresh 48 photographer?

Fresh 48 sessions are best booked during your second or early third trimester to ensure availability around your due date. Timing remains flexible once labour begins or baby arrives.

Sydney Fresh 48 Photographer

Natural newborn photography in the first 48 hours after birth, captured in Sydney hospitals and at home across the Hills District, Western Sydney and surrounding suburbs.

Your baby will never be this tiny, this fresh, this new again.

Fresh 48 sessions are designed to capture the quiet, emotional and fleeting moments during your baby’s first two days of life.

These sessions are relaxed and documentary-style, focusing on real connection rather than heavily posed images. Tiny details, first cuddles, siblings meeting baby for the first time, feeding moments and the atmosphere of those early hours are all preserved naturally.

Sessions are available across Sydney including Norwest, Westmead, Blacktown, Castle Hill, Parramatta and surrounding areas.

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What Does A Fresh 48 Session Include?

Fresh 48 Package Inclusions

Fresh 48 photography sessions focus on documenting your baby naturally within the first 24–48 hours after birth.

These sessions are relaxed, baby-led and documentary in style, capturing real moments rather than heavily posed portraits.

Sessions commonly include:
• baby portraits in hospital bassinet or parent arms
• parent and sibling interactions
• feeding and cuddling moments
• tiny details such as fingers, toes and hospital bands
• natural storytelling images

Fresh 48 Package Includes

• 30 minute hospital or in-home session
• Full online gallery
• Sneak peeks delivered shortly after your session
• 1 week turnaround time
• Immediate family included
• Natural lightly guided posing

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$450

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Reviews

Tara D

Joanna has insane talent! She came to our home, supplied the outfits for all of us and all the props. Honestly one of the best photographers out there! I will forever choose her for our family photo shoots in the future.

Hayley P

Had the most wonderful experience. I had never done a photo shoot before, but Joanna made me feel so comfortable and made it so enjoyable. It was such a wonderful experience. Love how my photos turned out!

Sheenal C

I could not be happier to have chosen Joanna. It was such a seamless journey from the moment I reached out, to helping me choose my outfit, up to receiving the photos. Thank you so much for creating a safe, fun space, for us to be our authentic selves . Your work is amazing

What To Expect During A Fresh 48 Session?

A Fresh 48 captures your baby’s very first hours—the tiny details, first snuggles, and the wonder of meeting them face to face.

These relaxed, documentary-style sessions focus on real moments: siblings’ first hellos, grandparents’ visits, or simply you soaking in those quiet cuddles.

Sessions take place within 24–48 hours after birth, in your hospital room, birth center, or home—wherever your story begins.

Are All Sydney Hospitals Eligible?

Short answer: no. While I can work with most, some Sydney hospitals simply don’t have the layout or natural light that makes a Fresh 48 possible Session.

As a general rule, if you’re in a private hospital—or anywhere you have a private room with a window—we’re good to go. Recently renovated public hospitals are usually ok. If unsure, just ask me.

I’m based in Box Hill, NSW, and my nearest suitable hospitals are:

Blacktown Hospital
Westmead Public
Westmead Private
Norwest Private
The SAN (Sydney Adventist Hospital)

That said, I can travel across Sydney. A $70 travel fee applies for locations outside of the Hawkesbury, Hornsby Shire, Hills Shire, Blacktown Council or Paramatta City District.

What Is The Best Time To Book?

The best time to book your Fresh 48 is before the end of your second trimester. This ensures I’m prepared and on-call near your due date, ready to capture those first precious hours.

As your Fresh 48 photographer in Western Sydney, I’ll work with you to plan the perfect timing so your baby’s earliest moments are beautifully documented.

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Fresh 48 Session FAQ's

The deposit is payable AFTER I confirm the session availably, following your enquiry. Reach out and reserve your date today - at no cost. The deposit to secure your session 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 illness or health complications.

Ultimately, it's really a personal decision. However, I can tell you that those post birth hours and days are a blur and it's hard to find a collected moment to think about capturing photos. What's more, hospital lighting is notorious - it can challenge even the highest grade cameras and lenses, let alone a phone. If documenting the first moments you and your family meet their newest member is important to you, and being able to revisit it - and almost feel like you are experiencing it clearly for the first time - then I highly recommend booking a session.

There is no need to do your makeup, style your hair or co-ordinate family outfits. The session is intended to be casual. Most mother's do opt to take a soothing post birth shower and wash/dry their hair before I arrive. Some might have prepared a baby announcement swaddle, outfit or co-ordinating robe for themselves. However, it is a good idea to do a quick de-clutter of the room and make sure baby is well fed before I arrive.