Newborn photos and 100 days photos are both baby photography, but they are not trying to capture the same thing. A newborn session is quiet and delicate. It focuses on tiny features, curled-up poses, sleepy expressions, and the first days of family connection. A 100 days session has more personality. Your baby is more alert, more expressive, and beginning to respond to faces and voices.
How newborn and 100 days sessions feel different
| Session | What it captures best | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn | Sleepy portraits, wraps, tiny hands and feet, first family photos | Families wanting to remember the earliest stage |
| 100 days | Eye contact, little smiles, tummy-time moments, simple milestone styling | Families wanting more expression and personality |
What to know about 100 days timing
Although it is called a 100 days session, the exact 100th day is not always the easiest day to photograph. Sweetlife often recommends around 110 days or a little later. Many babies who are exactly 100 days old are still building strength. They may tire quickly during tummy time or have trouble holding their neck comfortably for longer. Waiting a short time can make the session smoother and help your baby look more settled in the final photos.
This does not mean the milestone is missed. It simply means the session is planned around your baby’s comfort, not just the calendar.
Choose newborn if…
- You want the tiny, sleepy stage documented.
- You love wrapped portraits and close-up details.
- You want parent or sibling photos while baby is still very small.
- You are booking before birth and want the earliest memories preserved.
Choose 100 days if…
- Your baby is already past the newborn stage.
- You want more open-eye photos and natural expressions.
- You prefer simple milestone portraits over sleepy posing.
- You want a session that can include creative themes or Digital Concept styling.
Can you do both?
Yes, and the photos will not feel repetitive. Newborn photos show how small everything was at the beginning. 100 days photos show who your baby is becoming. Many parents are surprised by how much their baby changes between the two sessions.
How to decide if your baby is already older
If your baby is past the sleepy newborn window, do not feel that you have missed the chance for meaningful photos. The session simply changes direction. Instead of aiming for curled-up newborn posing, the photographer can focus on alert eyes, soft wrapped portraits, parent connection, and gentle milestone styling. This is often a better fit for babies who are stretching, looking around, and responding to voices.
If your baby is close to 100 days but still tires quickly, ask about timing rather than forcing the date. A short wait can make a visible difference in comfort, neck strength, and the variety of images possible during the session.
For package details, visit the pricing page. To see the studio style, browse the gallery. If you are unsure which session fits your baby now, get in touch and include your baby’s age.
Common questions
Is 100 days exactly required? No. Around 110 days or slightly later is often easier for the baby.
Can family photos be included? Some packages include family or sibling options, so it is worth checking before you book.
What if my baby cannot sit? That is normal. The studio can use supported poses, tummy-time images, and parent-supported moments.
The right choice depends on which stage you want to remember. Newborn is about the beginning. 100 days is about expression, strength, and the first clear signs of personality.
Written by Sweetlife Photography, a North Lakes studio photographing newborn, 100 days and baby milestone sessions. Last updated June 2026.
