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a mother holding her newborn baby boy during a New Jersey newborn session in Middlesex County, New Jersey

Are you expecting a new baby in the next few weeks? I totally get it, the anticipation can be exciting and overwhelming all at the same time. But don’t worry, I’ve got your back! I’m Danielle! I’m a New Jersey newborn photographer, and I’ve rounded up my top 5 steps for getting your home ready for your new arrival in just two weeks.

Decluttering your home can sound like a daunting task, especially when you’re expecting a newborn! But it’s easier than you think to get your home ready for your newest addition.

Here are some steps to follow to declutter before baby arrives:

Step 1:

Choose two or three rooms that you frequent most often (most likely this will be your living room, kitchen and bedroom).

Step 2:

Start by noticing where things tend to pile up. For me, that’s always been the dining room table. Find a new place for these items to go so they stop piling up! Maybe label some bins or drawers to keep things organized.


Step 3:

Clear out what you don’t nee or want anymore. Go through each drawer, cabinet and shelf and ask yourself, “Do I still need/want this item?”


Step 4:

Make 3 piles, “Keep, Donate, Toss” and put everything into 1 of those piles.


Step 5:

Organize the “keep” items, throw away the “toss” items (or recycle if possible) and give away the “donate.”


Turn on some music or a good podcast and make it fun! Ask a friend to come over and help. If you have little kids at home, get them involved to. Make it a game or set a timer for who can clean the fastest.

By following these simple steps over the course of just a few days or a weekend, you can quickly create a stress-free and comfortable newborn-ready environment in your own home.

And that’s it!

I really hope this blog post will help you welcome your newborn into your home. If you are looking for a New Jersey newborn photographer to come into your home and take photos; then I’d love to connect. In-home newborn sessions are my favorite; and I love capturing natural newborn photos. So if you’re a mama looking for a New Jersey newborn photographer, be sure to contact me here.

Newborn Session

March 9, 2025

New Jersey Newborn Photographer: 5 Steps to Get Your Home Newborn- Ready

Newborns

Newborn sessions are taken in the comfort of your own home. Sessions are scheduled one - three weeks after the baby's birth. Photos include the whole family and are mostly candid. Little props are used.

maternity 

Maternity Sessions are taken between 28-34 weeks. Sessions are taken at golden hour (one hour before sunset.) Poses include individual images of the mama to be, and poses with a spouse/partner. 

families

Family sessions are taken at golden hour (one hour before sunset). Poses are mostly candid & organic; although some posed images will be sprinkled in. 

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My name is Danielle. I started Danielle Stio Photography in 2021. There is something about being an entrepreneur that really motivates me. This is more than a hobby for me. It is a passion and a calling.
I started this business at a very dark time in my life. I was searching for meaning and purpose and I found that through photography. My hope is that I can put a smile on my clients faces not only during their session , but after their session; and especially when their gallery is delivered.

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