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Here you'll find helpful tips, location guides, planning advice, and photo session ideas for couples and families in Northern New Jersey ; from Sussex County and Sparta to Morristown, Madison, and beyond.
Whether you’re planning mini sessions, wedding photography, maternity and newborn sessions, or milestone family portraits, this page will prepare you for your next photo shoot with me!
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Newborn Photography in Sussex County NJ | A Baby Studio Session in Lafayette
A timeless newborn photography session in a white studio in Lafayette, NJ. Discover why simple, baby-led newborn photos are perfect for Sussex County and North Jersey families.

There is something incredibly powerful about simplicity when it comes to newborn photography. No distractions. No props that take away from what matters most. Just a brand-new baby, wrapped in love, held safely in the arms of the people who matter most.
This newborn session took place in my Lafayette, NJ photography studio, just outside Sparta and minutes from many Sussex County towns. The focus was intentionally minimal — a sweet baby boy dressed in a simple blue onesie, cradled by his mom and dad against a clean white backdrop. The result? Timeless, emotional images that will never feel dated and will only grow more meaningful with time.
As a Sussex County NJ newborn photographer, my goal is always to create images that feel honest, warm, and deeply connected — photos that tell the story of your baby’s very first days exactly as they were.

Trends come and go, but connection never does.
Minimal newborn photography allows space for what truly matters:
• tiny fingers curled around mom’s hand
• the way dad instinctively holds his newborn close
• soft eyelashes, button noses, wrinkly toes
• the overwhelming love that fills the room
By keeping outfits neutral and styling clean, your baby becomes the focus — not props, not busy setups, not forced poses. This approach is especially meaningful for parents who want natural newborn photos that feel true to their family.
In my Lafayette NJ newborn studio, I use soft natural light, neutral textures, and a calm environment that allows babies (and parents!) to relax. Everything is baby-led, unrushed, and centered around comfort and safety.

Some of the most requested images in my newborn sessions are photos of baby being held — and for good reason.
These images beautifully capture:
• scale (just how tiny they were)
• emotion and bonding
• the feeling of those early days you never want to forget
Holding your baby during the session also helps parents feel more at ease. You don’t need to worry about “posing correctly.” I gently guide you into natural positions that feel comfortable while letting moments unfold organically.
For many parents, these end up being the images they choose to hang on their walls — reminders of how it felt to finally have their baby in their arms.


Newborn sessions in my studio are designed to be easy and stress-free, especially for first-time parents.
Located in Lafayette, NJ, my studio serves families throughout:
• Sussex County
• Sparta
• Newton
• Andover
• Northern New Jersey
Sessions are scheduled with plenty of time for feeding, soothing, and breaks. There is no rush. Your baby sets the pace, always.
This approach also pairs beautifully with maternity photography, allowing families to document the full story — from anticipation to arrival. Many of my newborn clients first found me while searching for a maternity photographer in Sussex County NJ, and return year after year as their families grow.
While in-home newborn sessions are wonderful, studio sessions offer a few unique benefits:
• Consistent, flattering light
• Clean, distraction-free backgrounds
• Comfortable, temperature-controlled environment
• A timeless aesthetic that works beautifully in albums and wall art
My studio is especially ideal for families who love light, airy, neutral imagery and want photos that feel cohesive and classic.
If you’re expecting and researching newborn photography in North New Jersey, choosing a photographer with a dedicated studio space ensures a smooth, polished experience — even during those sleep-deprived early weeks.

Newborn sessions are best booked during pregnancy, ideally in your second or early third trimester. This allows me to reserve space around your due date and ensures flexibility once baby arrives.
If you’re expecting or welcoming a baby soon, I’d love for you to explore more here:
👉 Newborn Photography in Sussex County
www.reneeash.com/newborn
You can also browse maternity sessions and learn how the two experiences work together seamlessly as part of documenting your growing family.


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