Is there anything cuter than a beautiful photo of a sleeping newborn? We don’t think so, either.
And there surely isn’t a better way to share the exciting news of parenthood than with a perfect birth announcement, with your little angel playing the starring role.
That’s why we’ve compiled a list of ideas to help you set up the most adorable birth announcement photos you’ll ever take of your little one.
Wrap Them in a Swaddle
In an effort to get your newborn to have a good night’s sleep, swaddling is not only useful, but it can also come in handy when trying to keep him or her calm during a photoshoot. Plus, it helps any baby to settle down and also looks super cute in photos.
Pro tip: Choose a neutral-colored swaddle made out of some soft material. It won’t take the focus away from the star of the show, but it will give the extra sense of cuddliness.
Include Their Siblings
If your family is blessed with other children, include your newborn’s brother or sister in the photo, too. Indeed, when it comes to ideas, the options are endless. Case in point: They could hold their little brother or sister, lie down next to them, or make a funny pose.
Pro tip: Take photos while the baby is asleep. Ultimately, it will save you aggravation, and a fast-asleep baby always looks cute on any card.
Introduce Them in a Fun Way
Write your little one’s name and/or birth date, time, weight, and length on a name card, in neon letters, on a letter board, or with cardboard cutouts. This could also serve as a fun DIY project for older siblings.
Practice Tummy Time
If you do manage to get your little one to fall asleep, you can always have them get in some good tummy time. Simply place your child on their stomach and tuck in their arms and legs. They will look wonderfully peaceful and absolutely irresistible.
Place Your Baby in a Basket
There’s something oh-so-adorable about a baby sleeping in a wicker basket. To that end, wrap your newborn in a soft blanket to keep them comfortable, but also to add extra depth of field to the photo. And if the blanket is family heritage or knitted by grandma, then you have a lifelong reminder of that precious heirloom.
Showcase the Whole Family
Why wouldn’t you use this time as an opportunity to create beautiful family photos that radiate warmth? For ideas and inspiration to create the perfect birth announcement, turn to Minted for various styles and templates that will help to best showcase your growing family.
Make a Timeline
Find a pregnancy photo you truly love and then re-create the same pose, wearing the same clothes, with your newborn in your hands. If you can’t get the light to look the same in both photos, simply put them in a black and white mode.
Have Fun Creating Memories for a Lifetime
Remember, the idea isn’t for your birth announcement to be perfect, but rather to make you smile and bring back memories in the years to come. Ten years from now, you want to remember the love, tenderness, and joy — not the stress of getting the right colored blankie or the perfect lighting.
Most importantly, keep one (or a few) of these mementos for yourself. Frame it, place it in your baby memory box, or insert it in a photo album. Of course, you could always place it on your refrigerator. This way, it will bring a smile to your face every time you walk by.
