Newborn Photoshoot Props & Wardrobe Guide (Singapore)

Every set of new parents who walks through our doors has questions about the newborn session ahead. Do you need to bring your own wraps? What should the baby wear? What actually goes in the bag? We love these questions, so we put together this guide to help you feel fully prepared before you arrive.

Here’s the part that tends to surprise first-time parents: you don’t need to bring a single prop. Over the years we’ve built up a full collection of styling pieces, kept on hand for exactly this moment, so every setup comes together without any effort on your end.

We keep our styling simple and timeless on purpose. Neutral palettes, natural textures like wood, wool and cotton, nothing trend-driven or overly themed. The idea is a photograph you’ll still love in ten years, not one that feels tied to a moment in styling fashion. Nothing should compete with your baby for attention, that’s always the goal.

We keep a range of fabric weights on hand, from soft stretch jersey to lightweight cloth, each suited to different poses. Lighter, textured wraps tend to work best for the classic curled, “in-the-womb” poses, while smoother fabrics suit simple, clean portraits.

Our collection of wicker baskets are studio favourites, and for good reason. They’re what give those gently curled newborn poses their shape and warmth, and we choose the size and texture to suit your baby comfortably. We love setting the stage with sheer tulle netting draped over the baskets and comfortable cushions, finished with faux florals for a dreamy, romantic touch.

Soft bonnets, floral headbands and simple accessories are also available if you’d like them.

If you have a family heirloom you want included in the shoot, a knitted toy, a christening gown, a pair of tiny shoes passed down through the family, we’d love to include it. It’s often these personal pieces that end up being the most meaningful part of the photos.

We take care of the props and wraps, but there are still a few things worth packing before you head over:

• Two or three outfits
• Extra nappies
• Baby wipes
• Formula or expressed milk, if bottle feeding
• A pacifier, if your baby uses one
• Burp cloths
• An extra change of clothes for baby
• A spare top for mum or dad (newborn surprises happen, and you’ll thank us for the warning)
• Any sentimental item you’d like included, like a blanket Grandma knitted or a favourite toy

If you’re still deciding what to wear, our Newborn Session Lookbook is a good place to start for outfit ideas. And if your clothes need a quick press before the session, we keep a steam iron in the studio.

We were gifted a photoshoot by dear family friends, and we couldn’t have been more blessed. Yan was a fantastic photographer, we had newborn twins and they were a handful! She did great handling them, and the moments she captured were truly special. We appreciate her expertise and time.

— Amirah Aidura

Booked a newborn shoot with White Room Studio and I have never been happier with how the photos turned out. Justin was my photographer and he managed to capture the most beautiful photos of my family. We have a baby, a toddler and 2 dogs as part of the shoot and Justin was patient and accommodating throughout the whole session. Big thumbs to him and the rest of the team!

— Limin Wong

We know leaving the house with a newborn is its own small achievement. So we’ve thought through everything you might need once you arrive, so you can actually settle in rather than run through a mental checklist the whole time.

From the moment you walk in, there’s a comfortable changing area with a changing pad ready whenever your baby needs it, along with a quiet, private space set aside for breastfeeding or bottle feeding.

Our photographers are also experienced at handling newborns directly, carrying, soothing and swaddling included, so you can relax knowing your little one is in gentle, capable hands while we work.

Looking for a meaningful push present for a loved one? A White Room Studio Newborn Portraiture Gift Certificate is a thoughtful way to celebrate a new arrival and preserve the memories of those early days.

Give new parents the gift of timeless newborn portraits they’ll cherish for years to come.

Those tiny fingers, sleepy stretches and half-formed expressions don’t stay for long. Every newborn stage is different, and each one deserves to be remembered properly.

Whether your baby is just a few days old or already beginning to smile and interact, we’ll help create photographs that celebrate this chapter of your family’s story.

If you’re expecting, or already planning your baby’s first photoshoot, we’d love to welcome you to White Room Studio. Get in touch today to reserve your newborn session in Singapore. We recommend booking during pregnancy to secure a slot around your due date.