Welcome Your Little One With Timeless Newborn and Family Photography in Edwardsville, IL

At Conner James Photography, we specialize in creating heartwarming memories that families can cherish forever. These precious moments of your newborn’s first days, combined with the love of their big sibling and proud parents, deserve to be captured in a way that is both timeless and meaningful. Our recent studio newborn session with this sweet family is a perfect example of the magic we can create together.

Why Choose Conner James Photography for Your Newborn Session?

Our studio, located in Glen Carbon near Edwardsville, IL, is designed for comfort, safety, and stunning imagery. We are certified in newborn posing and safety, ensuring your baby is in trusted hands throughout the session. Every detail — from soft wraps and headbands to cozy backdrops — is thoughtfully selected to match your family’s style.

We pride ourselves on creating an easy, stress-free experience that allows you to simply enjoy the moment while we document your family’s joy.

What’s Included in Our Newborn and Family Sessions?

• Full Newborn Session: Includes posed newborn portraits, sibling and family images, and a selection of 15 beautifully edited digital images with print release.

• Mini Newborn Session: A shorter session focused on just the baby, ideal for families wanting a simpler option.

• Grow With Me Package: A popular choice to document your baby’s first year milestones, including newborn, 6-month, 9-month, and 1st birthday sessions — plus a complimentary maternity mini session!

The Perfect Color Palette for Timeless Memories

This session’s soft blue tones and coordinated family outfits beautifully highlight the love and connection in this family. Choosing a cohesive color palette, like the greys and blues seen here, helps create timeless images that look stunning displayed in your home.

Book Your Newborn Session Today

Newborns are only this tiny once! We recommend booking your newborn session during your second trimester to ensure availability, as spots fill up quickly.

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A Growing Family, A Growing Bond: Newborn and Family Photography in Edwardsville, IL

There is nothing more special than watching a family grow, and at Conner James Photography, I feel so honored each time a family trusts me to capture these milestones. I’ve had the absolute joy of photographing this beautiful family since 2020. Over the years, I’ve documented the newborn sessions of their two older daughters, and now I had the pleasure of welcoming their newest addition into my Glen Carbon, IL studio. These moments are truly priceless, and I am so grateful to be part of their story.

Capturing Timeless Family Memories

Our cozy studio, just minutes from Edwardsville, IL, offers a safe, comfortable environment for newborn and family photography. This session beautifully showcased the family’s connection — from the proud parents to the sweet smiles of big brother and sisters. The soft blues and neutrals they chose created a classic, cohesive look that will look beautiful on their walls for years to come.

The Froggy Pose: A Parent Favorite Done Safely

One of the highlights of this session was the froggy pose, which is always a favorite for parents! This pose creates that iconic image of baby resting their chin on their hands, but it’s important to know that achieving this safely takes professional training, skill, and a lot of patience.

➡ How is the froggy pose done safely at Conner James Photography?

• I always take two separate photos — one where my hands support baby’s head, and one where my hands support baby’s wrists. These images are then composited in post-processing to create the final result where baby looks perfectly posed.

• My hands never leave baby during this pose to ensure their safety and comfort at all times.

• Baby is only in this pose for a very short time to minimize any stress or discomfort.

• This pose requires extreme care to avoid blocking baby’s airway or allowing any unintentional movement — one reason it should only be done by a professional trained in newborn safety.

Your baby’s safety is always my top priority, and I take great pride in offering beautiful images created with the utmost care and expertise.

Book Your Newborn Session Today

If you’re expecting, now is the perfect time to reserve your session. Our spots fill quickly, and I would love to help capture these fleeting newborn moments for your family — safely and beautifully.

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