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How to Edit Newborn Photos Fast with Your Phone

Ever dreamed of turning your newborn photos into vibrant, pro-level shots but feel stuck with flat images or no editing skills? I’ve been there—newbie days, dull phone pics, panicking over lackluster albums. After 10+ years, hundreds of bubs, and workshops with world-class pros, I’ve got super easy editing hacks (what those workshops missed!) to make your photos pop in a quick tidy-up, no fancy apps required! These work for beginners, pros, and mums starting small—phone only, at home or studio. My free 30-min masterclass video for at-home or professional shots will have you editing like a pro in less than 30 mins!

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Why Editing Wins Hearts

Fast editing creates heart-melting photos, thrills clients, and fills frames. These hacks deliver:

  • Fast: 5 minutes to edit—no hours tweaking.
  • Easy: Just your phone’s free tools or $27 presets—no pricey software!
  • Wow: Stunning shots—mums save memories, pros get bookings!

Others might say you need Photoshop or years of practice—nah, my way’s simple, actionable, and nails it. Let’s polish those newborn photos!

1. Brighten with Your Phone’s Built-In Editor

Struggle: Dull photos lack that pro glow.
Fix: Open your newborn photo in your phone’s default editor (e.g., Photos app on iPhone). Slide brightness up 20–30% and contrast 10% for a light, airy look. Keep bub’s skin natural—avoid overdoing it.
Tip: Tap “auto” first for a quick starting point!

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2. Soften Skin with a Free App

Struggle: Tiny blemishes steal the focus.
Fix: Download Snapseed (free on iOS/Android) and use its healing tool to smooth bub’s skin. Select the healing brush, zoom in, and tap redness or marks gently to blend them away. Swaddle bub tightly during shoots for calmer editing sessions. My $37 Baby Whispering Mini Course keeps bubs content—even the trickiest babies—giving you confidence to shoot and edit fast!
Tip: Keep taps small—precision makes it seamless!

3. Add Vibrance with $27 Mobile Presets

Struggle: Flat colors need a pro sparkle.
Fix: Apply my $27 Mobile Presets in Lightroom Mobile for one-tap vibrant colors and creamy tones. Choose an earthy preset (e.g., “Sage Glow”) for timeless newborn shots. My online course covers my preset secrets that turned basic phone pics into frame-worthy art! Place bub near a window during shoots for soft light that edits like a dream.
Tip: Save presets for batch editing—saves minutes!

4. The Pro Secret – The Edit Lock (Tease!)

Struggle: Slow editing kills your photo vibe.
Fix: Here’s my trick: brightness tweaks, skin smoothing, and presets create stunning shots fast! My $179 course will have you editing like a pro in less time than your little one’s nap, plus you’ll master posing, lighting, and calming, inspired by Sheyne Rowley, the Australian Baby Whisperer—read it here!
Tip: Want more? My free masterclass will have you editing like a pro in 30 mins—click below!

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Level Up with My Free Masterclass!

These hacks are your editing starters, but want pro-level secrets to wow clients or fill albums? My free masterclass for at-home or professional shots covers:

  • Posing hacks—cute curls, safe and simple.
  • Lighting hacks—no gear, just glow.
  • Baby-calming moves—peaceful shots every time.

It’s 30 minutes to stunning pics—phone or DSLR—mums save memories, pros get happy customers! Join the free video here—you’ll be so glad you did! Imagine—in 30 minutes, you’ll know what you need to take beautiful newborn photos + 12 months and beyond!
My $179 course (reg. $359, worth $997) covers 0-12 months, tricky toddlers, messy homes, and more—with editing, styling, posing, lighting, calming, and sleep tips from The Gentle Sleep Specialist Tara for the first 3 months of your baby’s schedule. Or snag my $37 Baby Whispering Mini Course for the best calming tricks that actually work or $27 Mobile Presets for pro edits in the Lightroom App—work right from your mobile phone!

HEY, I’M JESS 👋

When I was a new mum, I fumbled through blurry photos and a fussy bub 😅—every missed shot felt like a heartbreak.


Fast forward 10+ years, hundreds of newborns, and training with world-class pros… I’ve cracked the code to gorgeous baby photos made easy.


Now I teach simple, real-life hacks that work for mums, beginners, and even the pros—no fluff, just results.

 

I also share our family’s health journey, uncovering hidden triggers in everyday products that quietly affect wellbeing—a passion that’s grown alongside my photography.

🎥 Want to learn my best tricks in just 30 minutes? Join my FREE Baby Photography Masterclass and start snapping stunning photos today!

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“Jess was absolutely amazing with our newborn son during the shoot. I felt so comfortable with the way she nurtured his needs and comforted him during the process. Plus the final product was amazing and there is lots of different packages you can choose from that suit your needs."
~ Jasmyn Bawden

 

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