These documentary photography sessions are a perfect way to capture many of your baby’s firsts, short of photographing the actual birth. The session takes place within 24-48 hours of your baby's birth at your Austin-area hospital, birthing center or even the privacy of your own home. We photograph those special once-in-a-lifetime moments like baby’s weigh-in and check up, the first time baby's siblings and grandparents meet them.
Art wall prints, announcements and albums are available. Ask about discounts when booking alongside a maternity or newborn session.
Get in touch today to book your portrait session.
The approachable alternative to birth photography near you
FRESH 48 Photography in Austin
Sixty minutes of photography
One outfit change
Take place at your hospital, birthing center or home 40 fully developed digital photographs
Online gallery
For 600 the Fresh 48 session includes:
- Pack everything you need for the session. No doubt you'll have an outfit ready for your baby, but you want to be prepared with something comfortable for you and dad, too. Consider your comfort when choosing. Pajamas and simple shirts for mom and dad are ideal. Think loose and adjustable. Having a professional make-up artist visit just before the session is a great option, though not necessary.
- Make sure we can get in touch quickly. We’ll coordinate in advance to know when the delivery is close. But have our contact information on both your husband's phone and yours so both of you can contact us when you head to the hospital and then give us a heads up when it's a good time to make our way over to you.
- If the family will be there, help them prepare, too. Let them know that you'll want some of your time alone with the baby documented before the whole family joins us. Having lots of people around can tire out a little one so pauses may be necessary. We buffer our time to allow for those breaks. Those moments can also make for great photos.
- Set aside any special mementos, props, or outfits you'd like photographed with the baby and we'll include them.
- If the baby has older siblings, we want to make time for photos with them, too! Ideally, they'll arrive halfway through the session so we can have that dedicated time with your baby first. Bring some snacks and safe toys for big brothers and sisters.
Last tip: get in touch as soon as you decide you'd like to have a Fresh 48 session for your family. We can chat about due dates and other details and ensure everything's all set for you. It's truly an honor to help you remember your family's milestones in warm, timeless photographs.
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Featured fresh 48 Sessions
We are booking weddings for 2026 and 2027, and portrait sessions for Winter and Spring 2026. If you like what you see, we'd love to talk — fill out the form below, email us at smile@mercedesmorgan.com, or call us at 512-289-4341.
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We'll set up a quick call to learn more about your plans, and send you a sample gallery. Be sure to choose the type of photo session you are interested in below.
