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Capturing the Magic of Your 3 Month Old Baby

Three months. A quarter of a year. Somehow, it’s flown by in a blur of late night feedings, sleepy snuggles, and the tiniest little yawns. And yet, your baby has already changed so much.

At birth, they curled into you like they were still part of you. At one month, they were just starting to take in the world, blinking up at you with sleepy wonder. But now? Now, at three months, there’s a spark.

This is such a special age to capture in photo, an in-between stage where they’re no longer a newborn but not quite sitting up yet. Their eyes are wide with curiosity, their cheeks are impossibly full, and if we’re lucky, we’ll catch one of those gummy smiles.

Why 3 Month Photos Are So Special

At three months, your baby is starting to show personality. They recognize your voice, they coo in response, and they have the sweetest little stretches and kicks. Unlike the curled up, sleepy newborn photos, three month portraits capture their growing awareness of the world.

✨ Expressions galore: Your baby is discovering their face, which means plenty of wide-eyed wonder, adorable smirks, and maybe even the tiniest pout.

✨ Tummy time moments: If they’re comfortable on their belly, we can capture that adorable, proud little head lift.

✨ Connection: By now, they know you. They light up when they hear you, and those snuggly, nose-to-nose moments with you or your partner? Pure magic.

What to Expect in a 3 Month Photo Session

A three month session is relaxed and baby led. Unlike newborn sessions, where babies sleep through most of the shoot, this one is all about capturing their alertness. We’ll follow their cues, pausing for cuddles, milk breaks, and gentle reassurance.

Here’s what makes a session extra special:

🍼 Cozy and Comfortable – We’ll keep things simple, with soft blankets, neutral tones, and natural light that flatters their delicate features.

👣 Tiny Details – Those chubby little fingers grasping yours, their long eyelashes, the swirl of hair on their head, these are the details you’ll want to remember forever.

🤍 You in the Frame – Whether it’s your hands cradling their head, a kiss on their forehead, or them curling into your arms, these moments tell a deeper story, one of love, connection, and the fleeting beauty of this stage.

What to Wear

For baby: Soft, simple, and timeless. A neutral onesie, a cozy knit blanket, or even just a diaper to capture those tiny baby rolls.

For you: Light, neutral tones keep the focus on your baby. Soft textures like linen, knits, or flowing fabrics photograph beautifully and create a warm, intimate feel.

A Moment You’ll Never Regret Capturing

This stage is fleeting. Soon, they’ll be rolling over, sitting up, crawling. Their features will change, their movements will become more deliberate, and this baby-soft, sleepy sweetness will be a memory.

A 3 month photo session is about freezing this moment in time, preserving the way they fit in your arms, the sparkle in their eyes, and the way they look at you like you are their whole world. Because to them, you are.

And one day, when they’re bigger, you’ll look back at these photos and remember exactly how it felt to hold them this small.