Our newborn photography sessions are for babies from 3 days to under 6 weeks of age.

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We recommend booking your baby's session early in your 2nd trimester to avoid disappointment as we offer a limited number of sessions each month.  Please book 2 to 3 weeks after your due date or if scheduled for a c-section, please select a date when your newborn will be under 6 weeks of age.  We do have some last-minute openings from time to time, if you have not booked already, please feel free to reach out to us to see if we have anything last minute available.  We keep our calendar up to date for availability on the website too which you can find HERE after clicking on one of the BOOK NOW buttons.

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That's ok!  Please contact us if you are delivering early or late and we can discuss any opportunities for possible schedule changes.

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Our photographer, Tricia is the first photographer in Oakville to be part of the Accredited Professional Newborn Photographers International (APNPI).  This means she has undertaken a course to ensure she is fully qualified to pose newborns safely.

McLelland Photography is known for safety even prior to the pandemic.  Both Tricia and our Studio Manager, Anita still wear face masks for all their sessions.  They also have high end air filters in every room in the studio too.  And all items and props that are used for a session are fully cleaned and sanitized after every use.

All clients that visit the studio which is located in the basement of Tricia's home, are also required to fill out a COVID-19 Agreement prior to arrival and if anyone (including Tricia and Anita) is sick/ill, discussions will begin to reschedule your session right away.

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The studio is open during the week for our newborn photography sessions, and the times we have available depends on the package you choose.  Babies are best photographed early in the day when they are the sleepiest.

Silver Package – 9 am or 11 am (any day during the week)
Gold/Platinum Package – 9 am (any day during the week)

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No, just yourself, your newborn, and any items they require in your diaper bag! We have an incredible collection of props, outfits, and setups for the sessions.  Our Studio Manager, Anita will make sure you are fully prepared for your session prior to it taking place.  She goes above and beyond to answer any questions, guaranteeing that you’ll come to your appointment feeling fully prepared and excited!

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This depends on which of our three packages you choose.  You can find out more details about all of them HERE.

There is also the option to purchase into additional digital images.  As well, albums, prints and canvas' are also available for purchase too.

Please note we do not provide unedited images.

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Yes — we work with many families who travel from Hamilton for their newborn sessions. Parents from Hamilton Mountain, Stoney Creek, Ancaster, Dundas, Waterdown, and Binbrook regularly visit our Oakville newborn studio for its calm environment, newborn-focused setup, and our experience with babies under six weeks old. Hamilton families often choose us for our signature composite images, gentle posing, and the stress-free studio experience we provide.

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Our Oakville studio is approximately 25–30 minutes from most areas of Hamilton. We’re conveniently located just off the QEW at the Trafalgar Road exit, with simple access from Highway 403, Highway 6, the QEW, and 407 ETR depending on your starting point. Hamilton parents find the drive quick and direct, and appreciate arriving at a dedicated newborn studio that’s fully prepared for their baby’s session.

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