Smiliest Older Newborn Ever! | Fort Worth Newborn Photographer

A Smiley Studio Session for a Special Older Newborn | Fort Worth Newborn Photographer

Every baby has a story—and this sweet little guy brought one of the most inspiring and joy-filled chapters I’ve had the honor to document. After spending the first several weeks of life in the hospital, this older newborn finally got to come home and celebrate with a full studio session. And let me tell you—he was ready for the spotlight!

From the moment he arrived at my studio, he lit up the room with his sweet personality, and honestly? He might just hold the title of smiliest newborn I’ve ever photographed!

A Journey Worth Celebrating

This little guy had a bit of a tough start—spending those first precious weeks in the hospital. While it’s not the typical timeline for a newborn session, these older newborn stories are some of my absolute favorites to capture. By the time baby is ready for photos, there’s this incredible sense of gratitude and strength that fills the room.

Parents often come in with a new level of joy and relief, and that energy shines through in every image. This session was no different. Mom and Dad were just beaming, soaking in every little expression and smile—and their baby boy gave them plenty of smiles to enjoy.

Awake and Alert… and Then Totally Snoozing

What made this session truly magical was the range of moments we were able to capture. Baby boy came in bright-eyed, alert, and full of grins. His awake shots were absolute gold—stretchy hands, soft eye contact, and, yes, those contagious little smirks that made us all laugh out loud.

Then, just when we thought he might stay awake the entire time, he completely zonked out. We took full advantage and moved into some snuggly posed setups. From cozy baskets to soft wraps, this baby was as cooperative as they come. He slept like a champ, letting me get all those dreamy, curled-up newborn shots that every parent loves.

It was truly the best of both worlds—awake and smiling, then peaceful and sleepy. That combination made for one of the most well-rounded newborn galleries I’ve ever delivered.

Why Older Newborn Sessions Are Still So Worth It

There’s a common myth that if you miss that “7-14 day” window for newborn photos, you’ve missed the chance. Let me be the first to say: that is absolutely not true. While traditional newborn sessions do happen early, older newborns bring a different kind of beauty—more expression, more connection, and often, more smiles.

If your baby had a NICU stay, a tough start, or your family just needed time to settle in—don’t stress. I’ll work with your baby’s schedule and needs to create a session that feels calm, relaxed, and completely tailored to your little one.

Book Your Fort Worth Newborn Session

Whether your baby is brand new or already flashing gummy grins, I’d love to help you capture this season with a custom session at my cozy studio just outside Fort Worth. Every baby’s story deserves to be celebrated—and I’m here to make sure yours is remembered beautifully.

📍 Now booking newborns (early & older), milestones, and family sessions across Fort Worth, Weatherford, Azle & surrounding areas.
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With love,
Chunky Monkey Photography
Capturing moments, creating memories.