Pippa's Puppy Photo Shoot

My parents welcomed sweet little Pippa, the dappled dachshund puppy into their home this past week.  I knew immediately we were going to have a "newborn" photoshoot with the little sweetie.

I instructed the "new mom" (aka my mom) to keep her awake for a good 2 hours prior to coming to the studio. Mom, rolls her eyes, "good luck with that."  But I insisted, just as I do with newborn babies. 

She almost instantly fell into a deep puppy sleep, and I got to play!

My mom sat quietly on the couch tired as any newborn mother is.  I laughed, this new little one is wearing her out, and I guess she hasn't had a newborn for about 34 years.  Not that I am aging her or her daughter.  hee hee.

Puppy newborn photoshoots should totally be a thing!!  Seriously lets make this a thing. 

I'm not sure I have ever giggled and squealed and laughed as much EVER for a photoshoot.

I had too much fun with these photos and this little sweetie puppy!!  Who is bound to grow and grow....

And hopefully be potty trained very soon, for my mother's sanity.

A newborn Session with Jenna Hooker Photography

Newborn sessions are held in Jenna Hooker's studio, located in El Campo, Texas, and images are captured using studio lighting.

Sessions last from 1-2.5 hours, allowing ample time for a variety of studio set-ups, as well as the important things like feeding, settling and cuddling.  While Jenna aims for a selection of unique and creative images, your baby’s comfort and safety is paramount. 

Newborns are best photographed in the first two weeks, generally between 7-14 days old, as this is when they are easily settled, often sleeping and therefore most comfortable during sessions.

Jenna generally books out a month or 2 in advance, so it is recommended you book your newborn session early in your pregnancy.  If time is available in the calendar, Jenna will always do her best to accommodate new inquiries where she can.

All props including blankets, outfits, wraps, throws and headbands are sourced from the finest local and international suppliers and are available for your session.  If you have sentimental items such as knitted blankets, special clothing items or hats you would like included in your images, please bring them along to your session and Jenna will make every effort to incorporate them into your session.

Jenna’s studio includes a comfortable lounge area where you can settle in, relax and enjoy watching your little one’s first professional photo shoot.  Jenna also encourages mom and dad and siblings in a couple of photos as a first family photo with the newborn.

If you are interested in booking, please contact Jenna with your estimated due date and tentatively schedule a session for your newborn.  Once your baby arrives, contact Jenna as soon as convenient and she will lock in a session time. 

Newborn session fee is $200.  Prints and packages are a separate fee from the session fee and watch me grow and milestone packages are also available.

JHP is also now offering a Baby Registry.  What is that you ask?
I am so glad you asked!!! A Baby Registry is a complimentary photography gift registry for expecting parents! With this your friends and family can gift you your newborn session or credit towards your session! Being a mom myself newborn outfits, receiving blankets, and hooded towels are awesome but they are things that you will only use for a short period of time. Now, you can ask for a gift that you will treasure for a lifetime!