What does a newborn photoshoot with two year old sibling look like?

Here’s a perfect example for you to take a peek!

Baby Grant’s newborn photoshoot with two year old sibling in my Coral Springs studio was a special one since it was the second time I got to photograph this sweet family as they welcomed their new little one.

And this time, big brother MacGregor, joined us for photos with his new baby brother and he totally rocked it. He was sweet, curious, and just so proud to be in the spotlight for a bit too.

It seems like just yesterday I was doing MacGregor’s newborn photos!

Nothing makes me happier than seeing my client’s families grow.

Newborn Photoshoot Flow with a Two Year Old Sibling

Flokati Set-up if Baby Arrives Awake

At the start of a newborn photoshoot with two year old sibling, I usually begin with just baby. While mom is getting big brother or sister dressed and ready, I take advantage of those moments to capture sweet shots of just newborn.

If baby arrives awake, I never miss a chance to photograph baby when their eyes are open- espeically if they’re calm and content. It really keeps the session flowing and helps me build a beautiful gallery of images to share with mom.

For this session, baby arrived awaked so I started with one of my favorite set ups, the flokati shot- which is basically a floakti rug (used ONLY for my sessions!) that gives a gorgeous textured background.

I wrapped baby up and placed him on one of my fluffy flokati rugs.

Cozy and calming for baby, they usually drift right off to sleep just in time for the more posed shots. Those require a deep snooze to safely and beautifully capture.

Newborn Poses With Two Year Old Sibling

During my newborn photoshoot with two year old sibling, I like to take a few shots of big brother or sister by themselves first. This gives them a chance to get a bit more comfortable with me and my camera before their newborn sibling joins them in the shot.

After I captured our MacGregor by himself, I knew I wanted to place him next to Grant who was sleeping in my adorable and most used “Pooh” bucket. But he was just not feeling it, so time for a snack. I used this time to capture Grant’s solo “baby in a bucket moment”, my must have for every session.

Now it was time to plan for the SECRET of almost all newborn photoshoots with a two year old sibling- a composite shot! Whats that you ask? Let me tell you

Newborn and Sibling Composite Prop Shot With the Help of Photoshop

Snack time over, MacGregor was ready. With the now-empty ‘Pooh’ bucket still in place from baby Grant’s shot, I guided him next to it and captured him sitting there alone.

No worry about MacGregor’s wiggles shifting the bucket with baby inside—I could give my full attention to him, knowing baby Grant was completely safe.

Now I had two shots: one with just new born Grant posed adorably in the bucket, and another with two-year-old MacGregor beside the empty bucket.

Then, like magic (okay… with a little Photoshop), I merged the two photos into one adorable image.

Photoshop is an incredible tool for a newborn photoshoot with a two-year-old sibling. I used it to create what we call a “composite” image- merging two shots into one. We use this technique for other poses too, like the “froggy” pose, always with baby safety in mind.

In the photo below, I combined Grant in the bucket with MacGregor beside the empty bucket. The result? Voilà- a perfect sibling portrait.

By the way, I love using this prop for newborn photos with two year old siblings because it puts new baby’s face much closer and higher to their sibling keeping their faces on a similar plane and in focus.

After the bucket shots, we were able to capture a few adorable snuggles of the boys before dad took MacGregor to local Betti Stradling Park and we continued on with Grant’s newborn photo session.

Antique Wood Bed Prop

After sibling poses, we moved on to a classic prop shot in my wood bed. It’s just perfect for boys and I love posing babies in it!

I have great vendors who create the perfect details and touches like this little handmade quilted pillow and matching blue knit wrap. These adorable pieces really up the cozy factor and makes baby nestled in and comfortable. I also added a little greenery to add some depth and texture to this set up.

I made sure to cover top down angles, as well as close ups. Check out his newborn baby rolls! They are just amazing!

At the end of this setup, I gently unwrapped him and repositioned for a few bare baby shots. With rolls that good, you know I had to capture every single one.

Bare Baby Poses

At the end of the session, Grant was still so sleepy, so I took the opportunity to capture a few bare baby poses, always a favorite for moms. He was completely relaxed and settled perfectly into position.

A truly sleepy baby is the secret to these sweet, peaceful moments, and he was in that dreamy, snuggly sleep that makes them possible.

I love how a newborn baby can relax just about anywhere. Look at Grant’s delish chunky baby arm while he is sound asleep.

I had so much fun styling Grant’s session with beautiful textured wraps and a few favorite props. He truly was the perfect little model. Content, calm, and especially happy after a nice, full lunch break. Not a single complaint from this sweet boy.

I just love Grant’s newborn gallery and it was great sharing his baby photos at the viewing and ordering appointment.

What are your favorite baby poses?

This is an impossible question for me. I can never pick a favorite they are all adorable. Luckily, no newborn photoshoot with a two year old siblings are the same so there is always something new to swoon over. 

Ready to Book Your Newborn Photos With Siblings in Boca Raton?

Boca Raton and South Florida families, I’d love to meet you and capture memories for your family. Want to see more of my work? Take a look at my newborn portfolio and baby milestone portfolio!

Let’s plan your session next! I’d love to chat with you and hear what you have in mind!

More posts I think you’ll like:

• Newborn Photoshoot Fort Lauderdale | 2 Weeks Old Olivia
• Newborn Photography Coral Springs | 3 Weeks Old Owen

and this article I wrote on helping your older sibling cope with the arrival of a newborn offers a few tips and resources for families and siblings adjusting to new baby!