Dublin Cozy Newborn Sessions In Your Own Home. Natural and Fuss Free!
- Cara Hodge
- 11 hours ago
- 2 min read
UPDATED POST Jan 2026
Hi, I'm Cara a Dublin Family Photographer.
I specialize in outdoor and indoor family photos. Many newborn and baby sessions are done in your own home and garden, from when your newborn is just a few days old - just home from the hospital!
Below, a recent session done when this baby boy was just a few days old!
I love window light, and below, the soft lamp light adds to the warm, cozy feel.
Below, some more beautiful relaxed newborn portraits.
Also, check out this page for all my baby & newborn information.
I will do a mix of documentary family and more traditional baby and family portraits. Below, nice and relaxed on the sofa...Oh, and I LOVE to include your pets!
The moment when dad lifted the dog's ears as mum fed little baby boy! An adorable moment....
I like to play with aperture so sometimes one family member is in sharper focus and the other is in soft focus. This is also known as playing with "depth of field"
Another fun tip is to get down to baby's eye level. Shooting photos from baby's own eye level can make the world seem intimate and also expansive at the same time - just as your newborn experiences it!
Even closer up, and baby and mum fall into bokeh but doggie is very sharp and in focus.
By the way there is NEVER need for a big tidy up. I might ask you to clear away plugs and cables, but we can always do that as we go around your home taking photos! baby blankets and bottles, well, that's all part of the story...
I will scope out the best light in your home. Obviously window light plays a big part, but I am also a fan of low light. This means even a small slice of light can be perfect for atmospheric child and baby photos.
My editing style is a blend of classic black and white family photography and vintage inspired, warm colour tones.
All my sessions come with a fully edited and curated gallery so no need to pick and chose favourites, you get the whole collection - see my FAQ page for more info on my sessions.
When baby is older we can get outside & take the dog for a walk!
When baby is older, outdoor locations are perfect for families, including other siblings, family members - and in this case, a fluffy white dog.
Many of my sessions with older babies take place in the park or at the beach, in locations all over Dublin - but you can often find me in Blackrock, Booterstoen, Stillorgan, Dundrum, Ballbridge, Dunlaoghaire, Monkstown and Dalkey Village.
Have a lovely week, Cara xx
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