Baby photography.

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My other halve's aunt has just had her first baby, a right little cutie, and I have said I will do some photos for her.
I took some at the hospital which to me were just snap shots, but she is over the moon with them, but I would like to do something much better for her now that she is home.

I have never shot (photographed) a baby before so any advice would be great.

I have only used studio lights for portraits, but I think that will be a bit too full on and invasive in her home, so will be picking up a shoot through umbrella and bracket to use with my flash.

What Is the ideal age for the typical baby shot? I have heard 3 weeks mentioned before but not too sure.

I really like the shots I have seen here and elsewhere with baby wearing a knitted hat, so will keep an eye out for one.

Is there anything else anyone can suggest or general tips that will make working with a baby a bit easier?

I know anything I come out with she will be delighted with, but I really want to do something special.
 
As far as I know they need to be under 14 days old to get those sleepy newborn poses shots.

The bigger the lightsource (softer) the better. Large softboxes are good for that. You can always use large window and natural light.
 
Brilliant. Those shots are fantastic, just reading through her blog now.
 
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