A young child in white shirt holds and gazes lovingly at a sleeping newborn baby wrapped in a beige blanket.

Newborn Photography

Cloverdale, Surrey BC. Studio family, maternity, newborn photography with Elizabeth Lang Photography.

Welcoming a new baby into the family is always special - but there is something extra sweet about watching a family grow for the second time.



Recently, I had the absolute joy of photographing Mandy and her beautiful family as they welcomed their second baby boy into the world. As a newborn photographer here in Cloverdale, Surrey, these are the sessions that truly fill my heart.


A New Baby Brother

There is nothing quite like welcoming a new baby into the family. The tiny fingers, soft newborn curls, and the way they fit so perfectly into mom and dad’s arms make these early days unforgettable. Mandy’s newest little boy was calm and cozy for his newborn session, giving us those peaceful, sleepy poses that make newborn photography feel so timeless and classic.



In my studio, I keep everything warm, quiet, and relaxed so baby stays comfortable throughout the session. We focused on soft, neutral tones that will still feel beautiful and elegant decades from now. Simple fabrics, gentle posing, and clean backdrops help keep the focus exactly where it should be, on the newest little member of the family.

A tender moment captured as a baby lies on soft white bedding while being gently touched.
Two siblings lying on soft white fur, sharing a tender moment with a sleeping newborn.
Newborn baby being gently held and cradled in multiple tender moments against white background.
A young child in white clothing gently holds and interacts with a sleeping newborn baby on a soft cream blanket.
A series of connected photos showing a sleeping baby in white clothing lying on soft textured bedding.
Two siblings sharing a sweet bonding moment while resting together on plush white fur.

The Sweetest Big Brother

One of the highlights of this session was watching big brother step into his new role.

He was absolutely amazing.


From the moment he walked into the studio, he was excited and proud. He gave us the biggest smiles and showed such gentle care with his baby brother. He wrapped his arms around him so naturally and leaned in for those sweet sibling snuggles that every mom dreams of capturing.


As a mom myself, and someone who has worked with children for many years, I know how unpredictable sibling photos can sometimes be. But this big brother truly made it easy. His joy was genuine, and you could already see the bond forming between them.



These sibling images are going to mean so much in the years to come.

A family portrait against a white backdrop with a baby, young boy, and two adults in casual attire.
Family in matching white shirts and jeans pose together against neutral backdrop for minimalist studio portraits.
A family wearing white shirts and jeans sits together on a white bench in a minimalist studio setting.
A multi-generational family wearing white tops and jeans poses together on white blocks in a minimalist studio setting.
A family in white shirts and jeans shares tender moments with a newborn baby in a series of heartwarming poses.
Family wearing white outfits poses together with newborn baby in minimalist studio setting.

A Full Circle Family Moment

To make the session even more special, grandma and grandpa joined us.

There is something incredibly meaningful about capturing three generations together. The pride on their faces as they held their newest grandson was so beautiful to witness. Grandparents understand how quickly these newborn days pass — and being able to freeze those moments in time is such a gift.

We made sure to capture:

Mother and baby portraits

Father with his two boys

Sibling snuggles

And those cherished grandparent moments



These are the images that will hang on walls, sit in albums, and be looked back on for decades.

Two children sit together on a wooden floor with a baby in a cream-colored basket against a rustic wood panel backdrop.

Why Second Baby Sessions Are So Special

With your first baby, everything feels brand new. With your second, there is a deeper sense of appreciation. You know how fast it goes. You know how quickly they change.

Mandy soaked in every moment during her session. Between poses, she gently stroked his hair and smiled at her growing family. You could feel the gratitude in the room.



That’s what I love most about newborn photography — it’s not just about the baby. It’s about the connection. The transition. The story of your family growing.


Updated May 2026

A peaceful sleeping newborn swaddled in olive green fabric against a fluffy green textured background.
A sleeping newborn wrapped in a soft brown knit blanket with a hand gently covering their face.
A sleeping newborn baby nestled in a cream-colored knit blanket inside a rustic wooden bowl on a textured surface.
Sleeping newborn wearing white knit hat rests peacefully on cream-colored knitted blanket in warm natural lighting.
A sleeping newborn swaddled in white fabric lies on a cream-colored textured blanket in a series of peaceful poses.
A sleeping baby lies peacefully next to a brown teddy bear in a series of connected photos.

Capturing These Fleeting Days

Newborn sessions are typically done within the first two weeks of life when babies are still extra sleepy and curled up. Sessions are calm, baby-led, and designed to be as easy as possible for parents.

If you are expecting your second (or third, or fourth!) baby, I would love to help you document this beautiful chapter. Siblings and grandparents are always welcome to join in — these memories deserve to be preserved.

Mandy, thank you for trusting me again to capture your growing family. Your boys are already surrounded by so much love.



And to big brother — you truly stole the show.