Experience

What It’s Really Like to Have a Newborn Session with Me

MIA O'NEILL 
newborn photographer

Hi, I’m Mia, a Perth newborn photographer based in Hilbert specialising in calm, baby-led studio sessions for growing families. My sessions are relaxed and fully guided, with plenty of time for feeding, settling and including siblings.

If you're expecting and planning newborn photos in Perth, you can enquire about availability here.

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Bringing your newborn in for photos can feel overwhelming, especially in those early weeks when everything still feels new and a little blurry.

One of the biggest things parents say to me after their session is:
“I didn’t realise how relaxed this would feel.”

And honestly, that’s exactly what I want for you.

My newborn sessions are slow, warm, and completely baby-led. There’s no pressure for your baby to “perform,” no rushing, and no expectation for toddlers to sit perfectly still.



Sessions usually begin around 9am at my home studio in Hilbert, when babies are often sleepiest and the light is soft and beautiful.

The studio is kept warm and cosy, with everything styled in soft neutral tones to keep the focus on connection rather than props or complicated setups.

Most sessions run for around 2.5–3 hours, but we always move at your baby’s pace.

That means we pause whenever needed for:
     feeds
     cuddles
     settling
     nappy changes
     toddler breaks

Nothing is rushed.



This is something I hear all the time:
“But we’re awkward in photos.”

I promise, you do not need to know how to pose.

I gently guide you the entire way through your session so you never feel unsure about what to do with your hands, where to stand, or how to hold your baby.

The goal isn’t stiff posing.
It’s connection.

The little cuddles.
The way your baby fits in your arms.
The tiny in-between moments you don’t even realise are happening.



If you’re bringing older siblings, please don’t stress about whether they’ll “behave.”

Toddlers are toddlers and that’s completely okay.

I usually photograph sibling and family images earlier in the session before little ones need a break, and then we simply work around them.

Some of the sweetest images come from the imperfect moments anyway.



One of my favourite parts is sending sneak peeks the very same night, because I know how excited you are to see your images.

Your full gallery is usually delivered within around 7 days, so you’re not waiting weeks and weeks to relive these memories.



I know booking newborn photos can feel like another thing on an already overwhelming list.

That’s why I try to make the experience feel easy from the very beginning.

A calm space.
Gentle guidance.
No pressure.
Just documenting your family exactly as you are in this season.

And honestly?
That’s enough.

Learn More

A Calm Start to Your Session

You Don’t Need to Know What to Do

Toddlers Are Always Welcome

After Your Session

More Than Just Photos