Why Your Newborn Questionnaire Matters (Especially in Summer)
Newborn sessions are delicate, detailed, and highly personal. During summer, you also have to consider the heat, travel schedules, and seasonal distractions that may impact timing and comfort. A strong questionnaire ensures you’re fully prepped, and your client knows exactly what to expect.
With Iris Works, you can create and automate your
newborn questionnaire questions to gather everything you need in advance—so you can focus on the session, not chasing down details.
Key Newborn Questionnaire Questions to Ask This Summer
1. Baby’s Full Name, Birth Date, and Age at Session
Summer schedules can vary, so make sure you know exactly how many days old the baby will be at the time of the shoot. This helps you determine the best poses and setups.
2. Parent(s) and Sibling Information
Include names and relationships for anyone who will be part of the session. Knowing the sibling’s age ahead of time helps you prepare for family shots.
3. Preferred Location and Time of Day
Summer heat can affect newborn comfort. Ask if they prefer an in-home session, a studio session, or another cool, shaded location. Also, ask what time of day their baby is most content.
4. Style and Color Preferences
Include options or open-ended fields for parents to share their preferred aesthetic—neutral tones, soft pastels, bold summer colors, or minimal props? This ensures your setup reflects their vision.
5. Feeding and Comfort Needs
A space for parents to share feeding habits or special needs (e.g., bottle or nursing breaks, reflux issues, pacifier use) helps you plan timing and breaks.
6. Do You Have Any Sentimental Items You’d Like Included?
Summer babies often come with unique touches—seasonal swaddles, birth month flowers, or heirlooms. Give clients the chance to include these meaningful details.
7. Anything Else I Should Know?
Always end with an open-ended question to give parents a chance to share extra context that might not have fit elsewhere.
