Ever dreamed of those Instagram-perfect newborn photos but feel stuck with a messy home or no budget for fancy props? I’ve been there—newbie days, toys everywhere, panicking over cluttered shots. After 10+ years, hundreds of bubs, and workshops with world-class pros, I’ve got super easy styling tricks (what those workshops missed!) to make your photos pop in a quick tidy-up, no cleaning required! These work for beginners, pros, and mums starting small—phone or DSLR, at home or studio. My free 30-min masterclass video for at-home or professional shots will have you styling like a pro in less than 30 mins!
Why Styling Wins
Gorgeous styling creates heart-melting photos, thrills family, and fills frames with that clean cut pro look! These tricks deliver:
- Fast: 5 minutes to style—no hours tidying.
- Easy: Just a blanket or $5 prop—no fancy gear needed!
- Wow: Stunning shots—mums save memories, pros get bookings!
Others might say you need a magazine-worthy home or pricey props—nah, my way’s simple, actionable, and nails it. Let’s style those newborn sessions!
1. Use a Blanket to Hide Clutter
Struggle: Messy rooms ruin your photo vibe.
Fix: Drape a neutral blanket (white or beige) over a couch or bed to create a clean backdrop, hiding toys or laundry. Place bub on it, swaddled tightly for calm. My online course drops my styling tricks that parents loved for their fairytale look! Check our wrapping video here for cozy setup tutorials.
Tip: Smooth wrinkles with your hand—takes 10 seconds!
2. Layer a $5 Kmart Scarf for Texture
Struggle: Flat photos lack that pro sparkle.
Fix: Grab a $5 lightweight scarf (cream or neutral/earthy tones) from Kmart or Target (like the scarf in pic below!) to loosely drape over bub’s swaddle, adding soft texture and a cozy, styled vibe. Place near a window for soft light (no direct sun). My $37 Baby Whispering Mini Course keeps bubs sleepy during styling, ensuring smooth shoots gaining the confidence you need to keep bubs content—even the trickiest of babies!
Tip: Choose earthy tones—mums swoon over them, but they are less likely to date. Create timeless images!
3. Frame with Household Items
Struggle: No props, budget, or time.
Fix: Grab a basket or wooden tray from your kitchen to frame bub, creating a styled “cozy nest” without spending a dime. Add a folded towel for comfort. Edit with my $27 Mobile Presets in the free Lightroom app for a pro glow. My online course covers my no-cost styling secrets that turned messy homes into photo magic!
Tip: Angle the basket for depth—looks dreamy!
4. The Pro Secret – The Style Lock (Tease!)
Struggle: Clutter kills your photo dreams.
Fix: Here’s my trick: blankets, $5 wraps, and household items create stunning shots fast—parents raved about my clean, pro photos! My $37 Baby Whispering Mini Course teaches calming skills for easy styling setups, inspired by my 10+ years perfecting bubs. My $179 course (special price only with the Free Masterclass, will have you styling like a pro in less time than your little ones nap, plus you’ll master posing, lighting, editing, and calming, inspired by Sheyne Rowley, the Australian Baby Whisperer at see our amazing interview here!
Tip: Want more? My free masterclass will have you styling like a pro in 30 mins—click below!
Level Up with My Free Masterclass!
These tricks are your styling starters, but want pro-level secrets to wow family or clients? 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 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 offer—only available through the Free Masterclass (reg. $359, worth $579) covers 0-12 months, tricky toddlers, messy homes, and more—with lighting, posing, editing, styling, calming, and sleep tips from The Gentle Sleep Specialist for the first 3 months of your baby’s schedule. Or snag my $37 Baby Whispering Mini Course for calming newborn babies like magic or $27 Mobile Presets for pro edits in the Lightroom app—work right from your phone!
