Newborn Photography at Sherwood Island in Westport, Connecticut

I never thought I'd be doing newborn photography at Sherwood Island, as newborn sessions are traditionally indoors. But once the pandemic hit, I had a choice. I could either crumble with the changes or pivot and still find a way to create beautiful images (and capture memories) for my clients. And honestly, it’s been such an unexpected surprise-I have loved these outdoor newborn sessions.

As Collective members, this is my second session with this beautiful family. Earlier in the summer, we photographed their maternity session at Waveny Park. Mom wanted to continue their theme of everyone in white and I loved it! We chose different fabrics and textures for both her dress and big sister so that it didn’t feel like they were wearing the same thing. I loved how it all came together, especially against the rich greens at Sherwood Island Park.

This sweet boy was an absolute dream to photograph. He was so content in his swaddle and loved to be held or in the Moses basket. I don’t use a lot of “props” for my newborn sessions, but I have found that the Moses basket allows me to get some variety (especially of just baby) but also gives parents some comfort instead of just having baby on the ground. Not to mention, it’s absolutely precious for sibling photos.

Big sister was SO excited and I loved hearing all about her baby brother. She loved to give kisses, and in between wanted Mom and Dad to swing her or Daddy play airplane. And it’s these moments that aren’t as easy to capture during traditional studio or in-home newborn sessions.

Be sure to follow along as we watch this sweet boy grow over the next year!

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Documenting Your Baby's First Year | CT Newborn and Family Photographer

Documenting your baby’s first year is so special (and important!). You can choose to do 3 or 4 sessions, including maternity, newborn, sitter (6-8 months) and/or a first birthday session. All of their major milestones and memories will be documented and preserved for you to enjoy for years to come, and one day, pass down.

Over the last couple of years, I’ve had the joy of photographing these two brothers and now I get to photograph their baby sister! We did an announcement session, a beach maternity session, and now the much anticipated newborn session in my studio in Darien!

Everyone was so excited to welcome Elle into their family. And my goodness, she is SO sweet! She has a headful of brown hair, the cutest little lips and was truly just a dream to photograph.

Mama had her hair and makeup done by Angelina with BeautyMarked Studio). She looked absolutely stunning and I love the dress she chose. It’s a light gray BHLDN dress that sets off the shoulder and has the most beautiful detailing.

Be sure to follow along as we document Elle’s first year!

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Newborn Studio in Connecticut | Darien, CT

This handsome little guy and his parents came to my newborn studio in Connecticut from New York City. Hal is just one of many babies born during the pandemic that I have had the honor of photographing. I cannot tell you how much joy it brings me to be able to provide these families with a some sense of normalcy and celebrate their new baby.

During Hal’s newborn session, Mom and Dad were able to share with me what it’s been like living through a pandemic in New York City while preparing for the arrival of their first baby. I am truly amazed by their strength and ability to see the good despite how hard it’s been.

I have heard many times now, “I’m getting time with my baby that I wouldn’t have otherwise.” And yes, it’s come at a HIGH cost, but what a blessing to have to focus on amidst all of the heartache.

Darien Newborn Studio

Once at my studio in Darien, Mom was able to relax and be pampered by my amazing hair and makeup artist, Angelina (BeautyMarked Studio) while I started with photos of Hal. He gave me a smile right off the bat, and I knew we were going to be good friends!

Mom wore one of my absolute favorite dresses from the client wardrobe. It’s a blue floral dress that is perfect for everyone - whether you are pregnant, postpartum or chasing toddlers. I love it for both studio and outdoor sessions.

To read more about our Covid-19 precautions in the studio, click here.

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Beautiful Outdoor Newborn Session in Family's Backyard | Darien, CT

I am so excited to share this beautiful outdoor newborn session with you from this past summer. When I was looking back over all the families I had the opportunity to serve in 2020, I realized there were a few sessions I still needed to blog! First up, this family that I have come to adore!

Catherine had reached out to me at the end of 2019 after their family moved from New York City to Darien. They decided to join us for the KWP Santa Experience. Perry wasn’t so sure about Santa but thankfully was okay with Mom and Dad signing up for the First Year Collective to document her baby sister’s first year!

Little did we know what was just around the corner with Covid.

Two months into it, they celebrated the birth of their baby girl, Samantha!

Newborn Photography During Covid

No matter how hard I try, I am not sure I’ll ever understand what it’s been like for all of the families that have welcomed their babies into this world during the pandemic. And while I know newborn photography isn’t necessarily at the top of the list of priorities during a pandemic, I also know there has been a greater sense of need to have photos with your loved ones.

I am thankful that my families have trusted me to be able to adjust and still create beautiful art for them despite it not being “typical.” It’s in these moments that I’ve found I am more creative and there is more to their photos…now more than ever. One day when Samantha is older and she looks back on her newborn photos, her parents will tell her that they were taken in her backyard in the home she came home to in Darien.

Can you imagine the stories they will be able to tell her? Yes, many of them hard. But it’s my hope that the photos we have created together during this time can counter the hard with just a little bit of joy.

Mama’s dress + the girls’ eyelet romper + dress are all from the client closet.

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Baby Photographer in Darien, CT | Studio Newborn Session

One of the best parts about being a baby photographer in Darien, CT is being able to witness the look of absolute joy, love and wonderment. Seeing parents light up gazing at their brand new baby (no matter how tired they are!) never grows old. And being able to give them photos that will last a lifetime brings me so much joy!

This beautiful baby girl could not have been any sweeter for her studio newborn session. Sometimes babies will sleep the whole time, others are really alert, and then some give me a great mix of both like little Syndey! Sydney was so adorable and content that we were able to get a lot of variety.

Speaking of Sydney- isn’t that the cutest name? She is actually named after Sydney Australia as her Dad is from Australia! While it’s a long way from there to Greenwich, CT, I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to meet and serve their little family!

Hair and Makeup + Wardrobe for Mama

Angelina with Beautymarked Studio met us at the studio to give Mama a beautiful glam look for her session. She looked absolutely stunning and her husband gasped when he saw her. It was so sweet and such a beautiful reminder that as much as your newborn session is about your baby, it’s also about you as a couple.

Mama chose two dresses to wear from the client wardrobe. First was a simple white Show Me Your Mumu dress and then a gorgeous BHLDN dress. The lace detail and beading is beautiful and definitely one of my favorite dresses.

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Newborn Photography CT | First Year Collective

I have been doing newborn photography in CT for a while now, and it’s never lost on me how blessed I am to call this my job. Not only do I get to photograph the most amazing families, but I get to snuggle babies all the time! And I can’t wait to introduce baby Dakota (or Coco as they call her) to you on the blog today!

I’ve been looking forward to meeting this sweet girl ever since Mom and Dad’s Weed Beach maternity session. She couldn’t decide if she wanted to be awake or asleep - giving me the most perfect mix of sleepy photos, and ones looking at Mom and Dad. So much personality already and I love it. Lucky for me, she’s a first year collective newborn and I’ll get to see a lot more of her over the next year!

I photographed Coco’s photos in my Darien newborn studio. To start, Mom had her hair and makeup done by Aliza Noelle Beauty. She looked absolutely stunning and you’d never a new baby was keeping her awake around the clock!

I loved the white Free People dress that Mom brought with her. Yes…we all know that I love white, but it’s because I love how simple and timeless it is, especially for newborn photos!

We have added two photos from Coco’s newborn photoshoot to their gallery wall. This will be something we work on completing over the first year. Be sure to follow along to watch baby Coco grow!

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Newborn Photographer in Connecticut During Covid-19

Trust me when I say, I am doing everything I can as a Newborn Photographer in Connecticut to make sure we are able to continue capturing once in a lifetime moments, while also keeping clients safe. It’s true, babies do not keep and they change so quickly. BUT your safety will always be my number one priority (and that’s always been the case long before the pandemic).

As I am writing this blog post, we are able to still photograph newborn sessions in Fairfield County and other surrounding areas in Connecticut. I can still have you here in my newborn studio in Darien, and I can still come to your homes for lifestyle newborn sessions. Please understand that this could change at any time, and I will follow the state and local guidelines. The same goes for in-home newborn sessions in New York.

More from Harper’s Newborn Session in Westport HERE

Colder Temperatures - Indoor Only During Covid

With the temps getting colder, outdoor newborn sessions aren't an option anymore. We are taking lots of precautions: daily temperature checks, wearing a mask at all times, sanitizing hands, cleaning the studio thoroughly and all clothing, wraps, and blankets are washed after each session. We are also running air purifiers in the studio.

Depending on where we stand with Covid next spring, we will revisit offering outdoor newborn sessions again. If you’re a parent inquiring about a due date in that time frame, HERE is a beautiful outdoor newborn session at Sherwood Island to help you envision the possibilities.

Reschedule Policy During Covid

If anyone in your family is exhibiting symptoms, of any kind, OR if they have been in direct contact with someone confirmed to have Covid, you must reschedule. There will be zero tolerance for so much as a sniffle. I know it’s hard and we all still get colds during the winter, but I must err on the side of caution during this time to keep all my clients safe. If you someone in your family has tested positive for the virus, we will need to wait at least 14 days to reschedule.

I will require a temperature check at the door for all studio newborn sessions. For in-home newborn sessions, I ask that you check everyone’s temperatures prior to my arrival (an I will check mine prior to heading to your home). I ask that anyone in your family over the age of 2 please wear a mask when we are not taking portraits.

It’s also important to me that you know that I am taking every precaution I can possibly take. You have my word that should anyone in my family exhibit symptoms OR comes in direct contact with someone confirmed to have Covid, I will notify you immediately. Your session will be rescheduled as soon as it is deemed safe.

Hair + Makeup During Covid

My hair and makeup artists with BeautyMarked Studio received COVID certifications. The artists wear masks at all times, sanitizes all makeup/hair tools before each session. and uses a freshly cleaned and sanitized set of makeup brushes on each client.

We ask that the person having their hair and makeup done to be the only person the artist. We ask family members to please respect social distance guidelines as much as possible to keep everyone safe.

What Will Your Newborn Session Look Like During Covid?

I cannot imagine what it’s like to have a newborn during this time. I know so many of you have planned for and envisioned what your newborn photos will look like.

But I want you to stop worrying about that!

Since the start of Covid, I have been working hard to create an experience that is even better than before. My goal is for you to not even notice a difference - other than the safety measures in place. Your gallery will be full of variety, love, and all the details you never want to forget.

Parents can wear their masks when we are not taking photos. We will work with parents’ comfort levels and adjust the session to what they feel comfortable with (in terms of social distancing and me touching the baby).

It is possible for me to not touch your baby at all. If you choose no contact, I will direct you from a distance. I can walk you through swaddling your baby or we can put them in a little outfit (usually a knit romper) from the client closet.

Here are two more newborn sessions during Covid:

Darien Studio Newborn Session During Covid

Greenwich In-Home Newborn Session During Covid

I know this has been a really weird season to navigate, and I know there are still questions about what the months to come will look like. Please let me know if you still have questions or concerns. I am here for you and want nothing more than for each and every Mom, Dad, sibling, and new baby to be able to have these memories to look back on for generations to come!

Darien Baby Photographer | Studio Newborn Session

I know that I say every session is a favorite, buttttttt that’s the life of a Darien Baby Photographer. I just cannot get enough of all of the newborns I’ve had the joy of photographing this year!

I am going on my third year as a newborn photographer in Darien, so I am starting to see more and more families grow. Photographing one child is always an honor, but it’s the best feeling when they come back for their second or third baby with me. It was so fun to see (and photograph) big brother, Carter, in his new role!

Michael was so content. He loved to be swaddled, curled up perfectly for his solo-photos and slept through most of the family photos. And you guys, this sweet boy is SO cute. He may win the award for the most hair this year and the most defined features. It’s those little details about your brand new baby you never want to forget.

Angelina met us at the studio to do Momma’s hair and makeup while I got started with Dad and the boys! Momma wore one of our classic blue Show Me Your Mumu dresses from the client closet. I love this dress because it truly does look good on everyone, and the fit is perfect for postpartum. If you’re a nursing Momma, it’s also great for that should you need to feed baby during your newborn session. Carter is also wearing an outfit from the client closet, making it super easy for Mom and Dad!

Preparing Your Toddler

Even though I am a photographer, I still get those same pre-session jitters as you do. I still worry about how my children will cooperate and if we will get any good photos. I’ll let you in on a little secret….we always do and I promise you will too!

Here are a few tips I have learned along the way as both a Mom and a Newborn and Family Photographer.

Make sure your kids are rested. Try to make sure your kids are in bed at a normal time. The night before your session is not the night to let them stay up late. If they are at the age where naps are still needed, let me know and we will work your session around it as best we can. Mid-morning sessions tend to work better for young toddlers.

Feed your kids before the session + bring snacks. Have a snack on the way or right before you leave and feel free to bring things with you in case the kids need a little snack break. Small bite-size and clean snacks are great - we don’t want anything messy.

Let your kids play! If your kids are having fun and playing, we are getting great photos. My goal is to get one good photo of everyone looking at the camera and the rest of the time, I want to beautifully capture the authenticity, the connection, and the emotion of your family. I have lots of tricks, games and bribes to try to keep the kids engaged and having fun.

The most difficult ages are from 18 months to age 2.5. Young toddlers can be a tough crowd and they aren't always going to be smiling during photos, despite everyone's best efforts! As long as they are content (and not having a meltdown) it is a win!

Please do not punish or threaten your kids during the session as it tends to have a worse effect on the images. I find it’s best to try to turn off the parenting hate (I know that’s easier said than done) and let me direct your kids.

The most important tip… JUST KEEP SMILING!!!

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Rye, NY In Home Newborn Session | Rye Newborn Photographer

I was so excited when I got the inquiry from this sweet family for an in-home newborn session in Rye, NY. Rye is the cutest little coastal town outside of NYC with the most beautiful homes. Baby Isla makes their fourth girl and oh my goodness, she and her sisters are so sweet!

Due to Covid, Jaclyn wasn’t sure if she was going to be able to get newborn photos taken for their newest little girl. I was so glad she reached out and I was able to assure her we could do an in-home newborn session safely. I have worked very hard, including talking with doctors, about the best practices to protect you and your families. You can read more about that HERE. 

Angelina with BeautyMarked Studio joined me to pamper Jaclyn in their home in Rye. While she was getting pampered, I started Isla’s newborn session. I’ll typically do this to help save time but it’s also the perfect time to get photos of Daddy + baby and then the proud big sisters with baby. It also gives Mama a few minutes to herself to relax!

Wardrobe 

One of the biggest hurdles to getting newborn or family photos taken is the stress over what everyone will wear. That’s why I have made it my mission to include wardrobe for all KWP families. This can be particularly helpful when you have multiple children.

Mama + the 3 big sisters are all wearing dresses from the KWP client closet. I, of course, love the clean, modern all-white look that we went with in this modern style home. This can work (and look really good!) when we mix different patterns and styles. I just adore the dresses Mama chose for her girls!

I cannot get over how sweet these girls were, and I am so excited to see how their bonds grow over time. Enjoy a peek into Isla’s in-home newborn session!

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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In-Home Newborn Session in Darien, CT | Darien Lifestyle Newborn Photographer

Not everyone knows this, but I am not originally from Connecticut. I’m a recent New England transplant from Arkansas to Darien, CT. This super sweet Momma is originally from Texas and then she and her husband recently moved to Darien from NYC. It’s always so much fun to connect with other Southerners, so I was excited when she reached out about doing an in-home session in their new home here in Darien. 

They live in a Tudor style home, full of vintage details and a beautiful archway we used for some photos! I cannot wait to see the gallery we have planned for their stairwell grow over the years! 

I brought Mom a selection of dresses from the client closet and loved the blue color she chose. It matched well with the colors in their home. There were so many beautiful spots in their home, we used lots of rooms for their session! I always look for the rooms with the best light and the prettiest details.

Barrett is the sweetest little guy and you can just feel how much he is loved. He was alert for part of the session, which made for some of the sweetest photos of him looking at Momma and Daddy! It didn’t take long before he snuggled up on Mom and Dad and fell asleep.

Before I knew it, he was awake again and showed us his personality. Those, along with the little details of his hands and feet, are some of my favorite images from his in-home newborn session.

New Canaan Connecticut In Home Newborn Session

2020 has been a year - for all of us. As a Connecticut Newborn Photographer, I have worked hard to navigate the balance between following our state guidelines and still providing clients with timeless portraits. For some babies born during the pandemic, like baby Cameron, that has meant a slight delay. So you can imagine my excitement when it came time for this New Canaan Connecticut in-home newborn session.

Cameron was almost 3 months old when we did his newborn session. Typically we photograph newborn sessions within the first month, but I’ve found I really love photographing this age! It’s not a milestone most newborn or family photographers document - it’s more of an in-between stage where they aren’t really doing much, but still really exciting! Plus…Mom and Dad are a little more rested. It’s all about the silver linings, right?

The newborn session wasn’t the only exciting milestone though! Mom + Dad recently bought this house in New Canaan and it’s absolutely stunning! It’s light and bright with tons of windows and everything I could dream of, both personally and for a newborn session!

The nursery is so adorable. I loved the nautical theme and personal details. The vintage photos were taken by Cameron’s grandparents! Cameron and his best little dog pal seemed to love it too!

2020 may have brought some lows and a lot of uncertainty, but it has also brought a lot of really sweet highs! First baby + first house is something to celebrate and I am honored they chose me. I cannot wait to see the walls and entryway of their New Canaan home filled with beautifully framed prints of memories we capture together over the years!

Mom and Dad chose a beautiful heirloom album in a natural linen color with gold embossing on the front. They also chose 3 beautiful framed prints. Mom wanted the corner of her bedroom filled so we designed and installed 2 of the frames there. She also wants to grow a gallery wall for her entryway so we started with one family portrait and will continue to add to it over time.

It was quite the honor to be able to hand-deliver and install their first family portrait together in their first home as a family in New Canaan!

Hair + Makeup: BeautyMarked Studio

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Greenwich Lifestyle Newborn Photographer | Greenwich, CT Photographer

There are a lot of perks to being a Greenwich Lifestyle Newborn Photographer and one of those is getting to see the most beautiful, serene nurseries! This sweet girl’s nursery was so calming, I could have spent the whole day in there. And I can’t lie…the neutral design with little pops of green and dreamy light just sent my newborn photographers heart soaring. We are going to add two framed prints to the nursery as well and I cannot wait to see it all come together!

Just when I thought I was showing up to photograph their baby girl I was greeted by the most adorable little girl, Chloe. She stole the show, wanted to be in all the photos and couldn’t get enough of her baby sister!

Mama chose one of our most popular, neutral free-people dresses to wear for their lifestyle newborn session. It’s perfect if you need to take a break to feed baby, fits various post-partum bodies and photographs beautifully.

I know that taking the time to get your hair and makeup done for a newborn session can seem daunting. That’s why I have worked so hard to make the KWP experience stress free and our hair and makeup artists with BeautyMarked Studio can come to you.

Mom and Dad, I know just how quickly time goes and I am honored to be able to come into your homes. Thank you for trusting me with the most beautiful memories!

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Darien Newborn Studio Session | Darien Newborn Photographer

This sweet baby boy’s parents were glowing with pride over their first baby! They are new to the area and I was so excited to have them in for their Darien Newborn Studio Session. Lucky for me, I’ll get a chance to see these three a few times over the next year as a First-Year Collective member (newborn, 6 months + 1 year). 

My amazing hair and makeup artist came to the studio to pamper Mama and let her relax while I captured Rhett’s very first portraits. Rhett was SO sweet and was sure to show off his eyes and cute little lips. He also loved to snuggle Mom and Dad!

After their studio newborn session, we designed a wall gallery (read more about that process HERE!) for his nursery. A few weeks later I went to their home to install the gorgeous frames. We also designed their custom birth announcements and began their first-year album.  I cannot wait to watch baby Rhett grow this year!

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County, CT and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in studio or in home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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In-Home Newborn Session in Greenwich, CT | Greenwich Newborn Photographer

I am convinced there is nothing sweeter than a brand new baby and older siblings! This in-home newborn session in Greenwich, CT was a joy to photograph. Big brother and big sister were completely smitten with their baby brother and you’ll quickly see why!

As much as I love my Darien studio, I love getting to come to your homes for lifestyle newborn sessions! You’d never know this was this sweet family’s first time having professional photos taken. They were all complete naturals! In-home photoshoots can be helpful when you have older children or if anyone is camera shy. Sometimes the comfort of your own home helps everyone relax. And not to worry Moms - you still get the same experience and pampering from our hair and makeup artists!

I loved getting to see Mom and Dad’s reactions during their reveal session. After selecting their favorite images, we designed two different wall galleries for their home - one in the master and one in the nursery. I cannot wait to get those installed so the entire family can enjoy them for years to come!

Part of the KWP Experience includes custom wall gallery designs. I use an incredible program that will allow me to show you exactly what your portraits will look like in your space. See more about our gallery wall design process HERE!

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan, Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in studio or in home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Connecticut Baby Photographer | Waveny Park Outdoor Newborn Session

I have been counting down the days to this newborn session since we photographed Kristen and Dustin’s pregnancy announcement at Weed Beach. Their excitement as they were preparing to share the news of their first baby was so sweet to witness and photograph. I am just so honored that out of all of the Connecticut Baby Photographers, they chose me! Sometimes I still have to pinch myself that THIS is my job!

Seriously, wait until you see how sweet little David is. I am not sure who is more smitten with him - Mom and Dad or his big brother, Todd? I can only imagine how exciting it is going to be for David to grow up having the best dog pal!

With COVID number still on the rise this summer in Connecticut, we went ahead and decided on an outdoor newborn session at Waveny Park in New Canaan. One thing I am finding (and loving) about all of my outdoor newborn sessions, is I have a lot more awake babies. And I kinda love it! While they are still so little, they know who Mom and Dad are and it’s sweet to see that connection. Plus, alert newborns tend to give you the best expressions!

I cannot wait to see little David grow over this next year. Until then, enjoy all the adorable moments from his newborn session!

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Outdoor Newborn Session in Connecticut | Sherwood Island Photoshoot

When the regulations came out for photographers and we learned we could do outdoor newborn sessions in Connecticut, I was so happy. And guess what? I also discovered I LOVE outdoor newborn sessions. Seriously, if the weather could be this beautiful all year, I would do them outside alllllll the time!

I can almost guarantee you have never seen a sweeter big sister than Sophie! I am not sure who was happier between the two of us. She was just so happy, loved to kiss her baby sister, and was also a big fan of my Moses basket. I have been bringing it for outdoor newborn sessions because it allows me to get some of those simple baby-only photos while keeping a distance and also keeping them off of the ground.

When we transitioned to outdoor newborn sessions, I had to consider locations that would allow for shade but also wanted to make sure I could deliver images consistent with what my clients expect. Sherwood Island is perfect because there are a lot of trees but the light is always so beautiful. I tend to start in the fields and then move down to the beach closer to sunset.

I am so excited that even with Covid, I am able to still offer hair and makeup. Our hair and makeup artists with BeautyMarked Studio received COVID certifications and wear masks at all times.

Momma chose a beautiful white dress with lace detail from the client closet. Big sister is wearing a precious little eyelet dress and we kept it simple with baby sister in a classic white swaddle + headband. This tends to make it pretty simple for Dad and we just had him wear a white button-down with light khaki pants.

I love the all-white combination and mixing up the fabrics and textures. Styling appointments happen via Facetime right now to minimize in-person contact. We set up a time and go through the colors and styles that best suit your family. Your selections are available for contactless pickup the day prior to your session at my studio!

To all of my clients, thank you for being flexible and trusting me to continue to create art for you that will tell our baby’s legacy!

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in-studio or in-home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Baby Jack's Fairfield County Newborn Session

Today I’m introducing one of my favorite newborn babies in Fairfield County. I’m sure you are wondering why in the world I would have a favorite. Well, that’s simple. He looks SO much like my son did when he was born! :) He was almost the same size (Liam was 9.6 lbs so most of the babies are see are smaller than him!) and his face looks so similar. Holding him just brought back so many memories and melted my heart.

Mom chose this blue dress from the Client Closet and I love this color on her. Blue is definitely a favorite color among clients.

Jack was already asleep in this white onesie when he arrived so when I got him out of the car seat I laid him on my beanbag and he looked SO precious that I just started shooting and I absolutely love the look! It’s so natural and real, which is what fuels my heart!

Mom and Dad were so in love with their new baby and I love that you can feel that in these images.

Kristin Wood Photography, LLC specializes in Newborn, Maternity and Family Photography serving Fairfield County and surrounding areas including Greenwich, Westport, New Canaan,  Ridgefield, Stamford, Fairfield, New Haven, Manhattan, and Westchester County.  If you are interested in booking a session, please contact me here.

I would love to begin planning a portrait session for you. Whether you want an outdoor beach or field setting or a cozy in studio or in home setting, we will design the perfect session to suit your family. I provide a luxury photography experience with a full client closet, personalized wardrobe styling, hair and makeup artists, and custom album and wall art designs for your home.

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Westport Connecticut In Home Newborn Session | First Glimpse

This Westport Connecticut in home newborn session was a dream. This sweet couple recently moved into their Westport home and created the most beautiful nursery for their first baby. They love white as much as I do so their home matched my style so perfectly! They also have the cutest Doxie ever and I just love having dogs and newborns together!

I’m excited to share the full gallery with my clients, but wanted a share a quick sneak peeks that we took in this precious nursery :)

Baby Penelope | Fairfield County Connecticut Newborn Photographer

I have another precious newborn baby girl to share with you today! Tis family came to my studio in Fairfield County Connecticut for their session and I was thrilled to work with them on documenting their first baby!

Her name is Penelope- isn’t that the cutest name? I just love it so much. Our second baby was a girl and we had the hardest time picking out a name for her. We did not officially decide on a name until the week of her birth (which is very much unlike me and my type-A personality). I don’t know why we had such a hard time with girl names, but we did. And after all the fuss over it, we ended up going with the name we had picked out if our first was a girl (which we had totally forgotten about until we found the old baby name list a year after she was born!). Do you think boy names or girl names are harder to decide on??

Anyway, I digress. Mama got her makeup done by my amazingly talented makeup artist Angelina of Beautymarked Studio. She chose this stunning off the shoulder white dress from the client closet for her session and she looked radiant!

Baby Penelope slept like a dream her entire session making it so easy for us to get lots of beautiful portraits! She has the prettiest face (just like her Mom)! I loved that big white bow on her! It’s definitely one of my favorite accessories for girls! I absolutely love those close up detail shots at the bottom where her hand is holding Mom’s finger and Dad is kissing her little toes!

Enjoy!

Darien Studio Newborn Session - Fairfield County Newborn Photographer

This sweet Darien family came to the studio to document welcoming their newborn baby boy to the family! I affectionately refer to this as the “lashes” session because both of these boys had THE best lashes!!! I had major eyelash envy.

Mom picked out one of my new dresses in the Studio Wardrobe and I LOVE this subtle blue print. We chose thls light blue shirt for big brother to tie in with the blue on Moms dress, and it looks so adorable together!

The new baby was so adorable and so expressive. I loved seeing his bright blue eyes in some of the portraits too! I just had to throw in a little blue for his portraits since it went so nicely with the family’s attire.

I’m always thinking of how your portraits will look together in an album to tell the story of welcoming your new baby. I try to keep colors consistent so they look beautiful together. I also suggest using colors that you would like to see hanging in your home, which is why I love classic neutrals (they look good no matter how your interior design style changes over time).