Key Takeaways
- A maternity and newborn photography package bundles two or more sessions together at a lower combined price than booking separately.
- Kate Lee Photography’s bump-to-baby packages range from $1,900 for two sessions to $3,000 for four sessions across your baby’s first year.
- Booking during pregnancy secures your photographer’s availability around your due date, which can be hard to arrange last-minute.
A maternity and newborn photography package combines a pregnancy photoshoot with a newborn session (and often further milestones) under one booking, at a lower combined price than paying for each session individually. At Kate Lee Photography, our packages page outlines the full range. Here’s why bundling your pregnancy-to-baby journey into one package is worth considering.
What Is a Maternity and Newborn Photography Package?
Rather than booking a maternity shoot and a newborn shoot as two separate purchases, a package bundles them together, often with additional milestone sessions like a 6-month or 12-month cake smash included. Packages are priced lower than the equivalent standalone sessions, and typically include all high-resolution digital images plus a printed keepsake.
Compare Our Pregnancy-to-Baby Packages
| Package | Sessions Included | Price | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maternity & Newborn | Maternity (1hr) + Newborn (2-4hrs) | $1,900 | Save $200 |
| Bump to First Year | Maternity + Newborn + 12-month/cake smash | $2,500 | Save $400 |
| Bump to Baby | Maternity + Newborn + 6-month + 12-month/cake smash | $3,000 | Save $600 |
A pregnancy timeline series can be added to any package for an additional $400, capturing your bump’s progression at regular intervals throughout pregnancy.
Why Booking a Package Makes Sense (Not Just Financially)
Beyond the cost saving, booking a package means the same photographer and editing style across every stage, so your maternity, newborn and milestone images sit together as one cohesive gallery, rather than a mismatched collection from different sessions. It also means your session dates are locked in ahead of time, removing the stress of trying to book a newborn session at short notice once your baby arrives.
What Each Stage Captures
- Maternity: typically between 30 and 36 weeks, capturing the anticipation of pregnancy.
- Newborn: within the first two weeks, while your baby is still sleepy and curls naturally for classic newborn poses.
- 6-month (Bump to Baby package): capturing your baby’s emerging personality as they start to sit and interact.
- 12-month / cake smash: a fun milestone shoot to mark their first birthday.
When Should You Book Your Package?
It’s best to enquire about a package earlier in pregnancy, ideally before 20 weeks, so your maternity and estimated newborn dates can both be pencilled in around your due date. Our newborn photography page has more detail on why early booking matters for that session specifically, and our pregnancy timeline page covers the optional add-on series.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included in a bump-to-baby photography package?
Our Bump to Baby package includes four sessions (maternity, newborn, 6-month and 12-month/cake smash), plus a montage print and all high-resolution digital files from each gallery.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend enquiring during pregnancy, ideally before 20 weeks, so we can plan your maternity session and pencil in an estimated newborn session around your due date.
Can I add a pregnancy timeline to my package?
Yes, a pregnancy timeline series can be added to any of our maternity and newborn packages for an additional $400.
What if my baby arrives early or late?
We build flexibility into your newborn session booking and will work with you to reschedule within the ideal newborn window (under two weeks old) if your baby’s arrival date shifts.
Are packages cheaper than booking sessions separately?
Yes, our packages are priced lower than booking each session individually, with savings ranging from $200 to $600 depending on the package.