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Timeless Newborn Photography in Pretoria You'll Cherish for a Lifetime

Safe, professional newborn photography in Pretoria for babies 5–20 days old

Pretoria Newborn Photography Experience

With 17+ years of photographing newborns, I understand how to soothe, pose, and safely guide your little one into those soft, sleepy positions you love. Whether you're a first-time mom still finding your rhythm or a returning client welcoming your second or third baby, the session flow is baby-led, slow-paced, and tailored to your comfort. As an experienced Pretoria newborn photographer, my sessions are completely baby-led and focused on gentle, safe posing. Every newborn photoshoot takes place in my warm Pretoria studio where babies remain calm, sleepy and comfortable throughout the session.

I provide everything needed for your newborn photography session — including professional wraps, delicate props, soft textures and styling tailored to your baby. Parents from Pretoria, Centurion and surrounding Gauteng areas choose my studio for timeless newborn portraits captured with patience and care.

Newborn photography requires specialist training and a deep understanding of newborn safety. I gently pose and photograph your baby using techniques designed specifically for newborn comfort and protection while creating natural, artistic images you will treasure forever.

Where your baby’s safety comes first — and the beautiful images follow naturally

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**Your newborn session is designed to feel calm, guided, and completely stress-free. 
From the moment you arrive at my warm Pretoria studio, everything is prepared for you — the temperature, the props, the wraps, and the posing flow. You can sit back, relax, and simply enjoy watching your little one being photographed safely and gently.**

With more than 17 years of experience, I know how to soothe, position, and photograph your baby without rushing. Every session is paced around feeding, comforting, and your baby’s natural rhythm. All you need to bring is yourselves — I take care of the rest.
All newborn photography sessions take place in my private Pretoria studio, carefully prepared to keep babies warm, sleepy and completely comfortable. As a specialist Pretoria newborn photographer, I guide every session gently and safely while parents relax knowing their baby is in experienced hands.

My studio newborn photoshoots are popular with families across Pretoria and Centurion searching for a calm, professional newborn photographer with a fully styled studio experience.

I like to keep things simple

How The Process Works For Your Pretoria Newborn Photoshoot

Reach out and share your due date and what you’d love for your newborn session. I reserve your spot around your delivery, whether baby arrives early or late.
If baby is already born, that’s okay — I try my best to fit in last-minute bookings.
From the start, everything is kept simple and stress-free for you.
(Newborn photography bookings in Pretoria are best made during pregnancy to secure your baby’s due date and ensure availability in my studio.)

step one: booking & planning

step one:

Once your session is booked, I’ll send you a simple prep guide and we’ll chat about colours, styling, and any special items you want to include. My Pretoria studio is fully stocked with beautiful wraps, outfits, and props, so you don’t need to bring anything unless you’d like to (All wraps, props and newborn outfits are provided in-studio so parents don’t need to prepare or bring anything for their Pretoria newborn photoshoot.)

Schedule your session

step two:

When you arrive, the studio is warm, quiet, and ready for you. I start with relaxed family and sibling portraits (seated for moms who need it), and then you can rest while I gently pose and photograph your baby. Sessions are completely baby-led with plenty of time for feeding, cuddling, and settling. You can sit back, have a coffee, and enjoy watching your little one being photographed safely and lovingly.
(Newborn sessions take place in my warm, quiet Pretoria newborn studio designed specifically for safe baby posing and comfort.)

The newborn appointment

step three:

A few days after your session, you’ll receive an online proof gallery to view at home. You can take your time choosing the images you love most, without needing to travel back to the studio. From there, you simply select your preferred digital collection and decide whether you’d like to add albums, framed prints, or wall art. (Your professionally edited Pretoria newborn gallery will be ready within a week for you to select your favourite images.)

Your portrait session

step four:

Once you’ve made your selections, I hand-edit each chosen image in my signature soft, timeless style. Digital files are delivered via download, and any printed pieces are carefully ordered from professional labs. Your artwork arrives ready to display — beautiful reminders of just how tiny your baby once was, and a keepsake your family can enjoy for years to come.
(Printed albums and wall art are available to preserve your newborn photographs as lasting family heirlooms.)

the reveal & ordering appointment 

final step:

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Beautifully styled newborn photography packages in Pretoria designed for parents who want a calm, safe and fully prepared studio experience.

Every newborn photoshoot includes:
• Professional baby wraps & delicate props
• Styled newborn setups prepared before you arrive
• A warm, comfortable Pretoria newborn studio
• Gentle, baby-led posing with safety first
• Professional retouching and artwork options

Families from Pretoria and Centurion choose my newborn photography packages for timeless baby portraits captured in a relaxed, stress-free environment.

Beautifully styled newborn sessions from

NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY PACKAGES

R2 500

WOW WOW WOW, ek het nie woorde nie!!! Dit is beyond beautiful! 

Bitter baie dankie vir die tjokkies en die Pragtige foto van boeta en sus! Dit was nou ń ekstra bederf!♥ Die album is verby woorde mooi, ek was snot en trane toe ek nou deur hom gaan! 

Hoe jy above en beyond gegaan het is absoluut amazing! Jou diens was hands down incredible, jou talent is amazing. Ek kan nie genoeg Dankie sê nie! Julle gaan ons definitief weer sien! 

Dankie dankie dankie ♥♥♥♥♥

Toni

From the moment I arrived for our session with Jenna, I felt an overwhelming sense of relief. I had come in after a sleepless night with my colicky newborn, emotionally and physically drained and unsure how the session would even be possible. As a new parent, everything feels fragile, and the thought of taking such a tiny, unsettled baby out into the world felt terrifying.

But Jenna immediately put every fear to rest.

Her calm presence, patience, and incredible intuition with newborns was extraordinary. She didn’t just handle my baby beautifully — she truly understood him. She responded to every cue with the gentlest touch and worked with such quiet confidence that I found myself relaxing for the first time after the hardest week of my life.

There was never a moment where I felt rushed or stressed — only supported and cared for. What I expected to be overwhelming turned into one of the most peaceful and healing experiences of my early motherhood journey.

I cannot recommend her highly enough. Jenna isn’t just a photographer — she is a calming presence and exactly the kind of person every new parent hopes to have beside them during such a vulnerable season. 🤍

Lerato

Jenna is truly a baby whisperer.

My little boy cries when he’s awake — if he isn’t feeding, he’s crying. I was honestly nervous going into the session but didn’t say anything at first because I so badly wanted newborn photos. When I finally told Jenna that he is always crying, she didn’t hesitate for a second — she simply smiled and said, “Don’t worry.”

And she meant it.

For just over an hour and a half, my baby didn’t cry once. Not a single tear, not a moment of distress. Watching her work was unbelievable — her calm energy, gentle hands, and natural connection with babies is something truly special. I kept thinking I wanted to tuck her into my nappy bag and take her home with me!

Jenna has an incredible gift, and I am beyond grateful for the beautiful memories she created for our family. Highly, highly recommended

annah

FAQs as a Pretoria Newborn Photographer

Q: How long have you been a photographer?

A: I’ve been photographing newborns and families for over 17 years, and my studio in Waverley, Pretoria has been designed specifically for newborn safety and comfort. I’ve worked with hundreds of babies, and you can relax knowing your little one is in expert, gentle hands.

Q: When is the best time to book a newborn session?

A: YThe best time to book is during pregnancy — ideally between 28–34 weeks. I reserve your due date, and once baby arrives, we will schedule the session within the ideal 4–14 day window. If baby is already here, I’ll always try to fit you in.

Q: I just had a C-section and I’m still sore. Will the session be difficult for me?

Not at all. Many of my clients are C-section moms. Family photos are done seated, and you can remain resting while I work with your baby. My assistant helps with all lifting and carrying, and I bring baby to you for feeds. You don’t need to move around — just relax and heal.

Q: What if my baby doesn’t sleep?

No stress. Awake babies make beautiful photos too. Sessions are baby-led, and there’s plenty of time for feeding and soothing. I work with whatever your baby needs.

Q: What if my baby has flaky skin, baby acne, or scratches?

A: Very normal. I gently retouch temporary marks while keeping your baby looking natural and true to life. You don’t need to worry about this at all.

Q: What if my baby arrives early or late?

A: No problem. Your due date holds your spot, and once baby arrives, we adjust the session timing. Early or late, I make space for you..

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BEST NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER IN PRETORIA

Welcoming a new baby is one of the most emotional and fleeting seasons in a family’s life. Professional newborn photography preserves those tiny details forever — the soft lashes, curled fingers, delicate expressions and the peaceful way your baby sleeps in those first precious days.

As a specialist Pretoria newborn photographer, I provide a calm, fully styled studio experience designed specifically for newborn safety and comfort. With years of experience working with babies, every pose is guided gently and safely while ensuring your newborn remains warm, relaxed and secure throughout the session.

My Pretoria newborn photography studio is carefully prepared before every session with soft wraps, natural textures, timeless props and gentle styling that highlights your baby beautifully. Parents don’t need to worry about bringing anything — everything is provided so your newborn photoshoot is completely stress-free.


NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHY SESSIONS IN PRETORIA

Newborn sessions are ideally photographed within the first 5 to 14 days after birth while babies are still naturally sleepy and curled. However, I can also photograph older newborn babies with adjusted posing and styling to ensure beautiful results at any stage.

Each Pretoria newborn photoshoot is baby-led, meaning we move gently at your newborn’s pace, allowing time for feeding, settling and comfort breaks so parents can relax while I safely capture every precious moment.

FAMILIES TRAVEL FROM ACROSS GAUTENG

My Pretoria newborn photography studio welcomes families from Pretoria East, Waverley, Montana, Centurion, Midstream and surrounding Gauteng areas who are searching for timeless newborn portraits captured safely by an experienced newborn photographer.

Every newborn image is professionally edited and available as fine art prints, albums and wall artwork so your baby’s first portraits can be displayed and treasured for generations.

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