I’ve put together a Spotify playlist of 25 songs that are perfect to play during your newborn baby’s photo session. Soft, upbeat, lovey-dovey, happy music that’ll set the mood and keep things light and calm.

As a photographer, one of the first things people often tell me is that they don't feel comfortable in front of the camera. I totally get it! That's why I always suggest having some music playing in the background during your photo session. It eases tension, makes you want to snuggle up to your loved ones, and smile, sing, and even dance! I’ll dance along with you! ;)

I hope that my list of 25 songs to play at your newborn photo session brings you joy and helps inspire you to generate ideas for your upcoming session. This is the time when you have the opportunity to create some magical moments that you’ll cherish for years to come.

1. “Hysteric-Acoustic Version” by Yeah Yeah Yeahs

2. “My Cherie Amour” by Stevie Wonder

3. “I’ll be There” by The Jackson 5

4. “Claire de Lune” by Harry Kalahiki

5. “Soft Shock- Acoustic Version” by Yeah Yeah Yeahs

6. “Sea of Love” by Cat Power

7. “The Moon Song” by Karen O

8. “Dreams” by POP ETC

9. “Here, There, and Everywhere” by The Beatles

10. “The First Time I Ever Saw Your Face” by Roberta Flack

11. “Belle” by Jack Johnson

12. “Baby I’m Yours” by Arctic Monkeys

13. “Mystery of Love” by Sufjan Stevens

14. “Take Care” by Beach House

15. “Baby” by Donnie and Joe Emerson

16. “Pocketful of Rainbows” by Elvis Presley

17. “How Deep is Your Love” by the bird and the bee

18. “September Song” by Harry Kalahiki

19. “Harvest Moon” by Imaginary Future

20. “XO” by Anna Elizabeth Laube

21. “Lullaby” by Jack Johnson, Matt Costa

22. “God Only Knows” by Kina Grannis, Imaginary Future

23. “Virginia Moon” by Foo Fighters

24. “In My Life” by The Beatles

25. “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You” by Frankie Valli