2.Newborn

Why You Should Be in Your Baby’s Newborn Photos — From a Pretoria Newborn Photographer By Jenna D Photography — Newborn Baby Photographer in Pretoria Why Parents Matter in Newborn Photoshoots We hear it all the time. “I want to wait until I’ve lost the baby weight.”“My partner wants to skip the photos.”“We’ll come when […]

Pregnancy can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re trying to decide who should support you during birth. As a Pretoria newborn photographer, I get asked about doulas, midwives, and natural birth centres across Gauteng almost every week. Choosing care from Gauteng Doulas and Midwives gives families access to emotional support, natural birth options, and midwife-led care […]

There is something truly special about welcoming a newborn into the world and celebrating the joy of new life with family portraits. Recently, I had the privilege of photographing baby Malan in my Pretoria studio. His parents, Chirene and Martin, as well as his big brother Ruben, all joined in for this beautiful session. Newborn […]

If you’re searching for newborn week 1 because everything feels new, emotional and slightly overwhelming, please know this: every Pretoria mom I meet tells me the same thing — “I didn’t know what was normal.” As a newborn photographer who speaks with moms daily, I hear the same worries repeat: feeding confusion, tiny noises, peeling […]

If you’re searching for newborn sleeping patterns because nothing about your baby’s sleep makes sense right now, please take a breath. You’re not doing anything wrong. As a Pretoria newborn photographer, I speak with new moms almost daily, and they all say the same thing: “Why doesn’t my baby sleep like the books say?” The […]

You’ve booked your newborn session… and now you’re standing in front of your cupboard thinking, “I have nothing to wear.” The good news is: you don’t need a whole new wardrobe. Simple, soft, neutral outfits photograph beautifully and keep the focus where it belongs — on your baby. Here’s a simple outfit guide for newborn […]

5 Breastfeeding Positions Every New Mom Should Try If you’re searching for breastfeeding positions because feeding feels harder than you expected, please know you’re not alone. As a Pretoria newborn photographer, I talk to new moms every week who whisper, “I thought this would come naturally.” Breastfeeding is a skill both you and your baby […]

What No One Tells You About Your Newborn’s First Night Home If you’re searching for newborn first night home because you want to know what to expect, I want to tell you something gentle: this night feels big. It feels strange and quiet and loud all at the same time. As a Pretoria newborn photographer, […]

Baby Aliyah’s Newborn Photoshoot Journey Newborn photoshoots are often best when done in the first two weeks of life, but sometimes life doesn’t go as planned. When Gerhard called me, asking for an urgent photoshoot for his 4-week-old daughter Aliyah, I knew we’d need to adapt. Many photographers shy away from sessions with babies older […]

Cute newborn photoshoot for baby Leo There’s something truly special about seeing a family grow. Antonia and Albertus first visited my studio with their sweet little boy George, and now they’ve returned with their newest bundle of joy, baby Leo! ?? This time, they brought the whole crew: one proud half-brother, four doting half-sisters, and […]

A Peaceful Newborn Session with Baby Azaniah: Cream & White Perfection – Studio Newborn Photographer in Pretoria There’s something truly special about newborn photography, and every session reminds me why I became a studio newborn photographer. This time, I had the pleasure of welcoming a beautiful family into my studio – Phumzile, Mahlatse, their 9-year-old […]

Why Newborn Photoshoots Matter Sooner Than Later Meet little Thase, her proud mommy Kelebogile, daddy Lugisani, and her adorable big brother Lufuno. At just 2 years and 9 months old, Lufuno is already taking his big brother role very seriously. This was a special newborn session for their family, but it didn’t come without a […]

Capturing Kgothatso’s Joy: A Delightful Newborn Photoshoot Newborn photography is always a joy, but every so often, a little one comes along who turns a session into something truly magical. Recently, I had the pleasure of welcoming Kefiloe and her beautiful baby girl, Kgothatso, into the studio. At just three months old, Kgothatso was already […]

Two years ago, I had the pleasure of meeting this beautiful family when Mommy Gusti and Dad Wim brought in their firstborn, Amelia, for her newborn photoshoot. It was such a delight to see them again, this time with their newest addition, baby Helene. This little one was already a month old, which meant she […]

Capturing Precious Beginnings with the Sewpersad Family A Joyful Reunion with the Sewpersad Family At Jenna D Photography, there’s nothing more heartwarming than seeing familiar faces return. In 2021, I had the pleasure of capturing Aarya’s first birthday with a fun and vibrant cake smash photoshoot. It was a delightful celebration of her first milestone. […]

Being friends with other photographers truly pays off in wonderful ways. Years ago, we met the talented Kobus Schoeman from Kobus Schoeman Photography, and since then, we’ve had the pleasure of collaborating on several wedding workshops. So, I was super excited when Kobus contacted me to do a maternity photoshoot for his son Reinhardt and […]

Capturing Yamihle’s Newborn Magic There’s something truly enchanting about newborn photoshoots, and Yamihle’s session stole our hearts completely. Each image radiates love, warmth, and the beauty of new beginnings. This isn’t just a gallery of photos; it’s a keepsake collection that celebrates one of the most special times in life — those fleeting early days […]

Newborn baby photoshoots are like unwritten diaries; they capture the beginning of a story that’s just starting to unfold. And at Jenna D Photography, we’re all about writing that first chapter with images that’ll make you go “Aww!” faster than you can say “baby burrito.” For those not in the know, a baby photoshoot in […]

Die Pragtige Milenke se eerste baba fotos Desember 2023 was ‘n geseënde maand vir Pappa Kenny, Mamma Marne, en hulle pragtige baba dogtertjie, Milenke, wat die wêreld binnegekom het. Die klein gesin het vroeg in Januarie 2024 ons fotografiestudio besoek vir Milenke se eerste fotosessie. Dit was ‘n heerlike begin vir ons nuwe jaar, net […]

A precious baby girl weighing just 2.8kg, graced our studio with her presence. The soft blankets and gentle lighting created a serene atmosphere, allowing us to capture her tiny features and the innocence of newborn life. The Beauty of Pink and White The color palette of pink and white transformed our studio into a haven […]