You’ve captured your baby’s sweetest first moments with a newborn photo session, but now what? Let’s explore some heartfelt ways to display those beautiful portraits in your home so you can relive those memories every day.

According to researchers, “children whose parents display family photographs in the home grow up with greater confidence and sense of belonging, it has been revealed. Photography in the home reportedly makes children feel valued and gives them a rich understanding of where they come from.” Our family portraits are so much more than pictures for a Christmas card, but they are a history of who we are as a family. What could be better than waking up every day and seeing the history of your kiddos growth on your walls? In fact, having family photos displayed in your home is also good for your child’s health! According to Jaclyn Gulotta, Ph.D., a licensed mental health counselor and owner of Dr. Jaclyn, The Counseling Professional, LLC, “When children grow up seeing photos of themselves proudly displayed around their home, it says to them, ‘I am a valuable and important member of my family. I matter.’” It boosts their self-esteem and gives them a sense of identity.

In addition to health benefits and preserved family history, having your photos displayed in a creative way can bring warmth and personality to any space, making your home feel more personal and inviting. I want you to transform your digitals into heirlooms that will be treasured by your family for years to come. But what should you choose? I understand that it can feel overwhelming or time consuming when figuring out how to print your photos which is why I make the process as easy as possible.

My gallery service called Pictime makes choosing high quality print products a breeze! I have created a shop in each client gallery offering a variety of Print Products, Photo Books, Holiday Cards, and Framed pictures for you to order from. Every client receives a “print credit” with my Memories and Premium Collections which they are able to redeem in their galleries as soon as they arrive. You are able to enjoy your digitals, see what they look like in frames or photo books, click on what you would like, have it reviewed by me, and then receive it on your doorstep! Done! All products are from the highest quality professional print companies in the United States and Europe. You can rest assured your prints will not only be incredible to look at, but will last. You can get an overview of my Product Pricing here!

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Albums and Photo Boxes: Perfect for Preserving Baby’s First Year

Whether your annual family photos or your newborn’s milestones, a Photo Book or Engraved Photo Box are a perfect way to conveniently store your beautiful prints, display them, and enjoy them without taking up a lot of room in your home! Whether on your coffee table or your living room shelf, these photo books display beautifully and easily. They come in Leather, Linen, or my favorite: Velvet and are engraved with your family’s name or child’s name. Plus, albums are perfect for telling your family’s story across multiple images and preserving special moments in a keepsake that is truly beautiful.

I think that photo books are especially important for preserving your child’s Milestones! This is why my Newborn Milestone Collection automatically includes an 8x8 layflat photo book containing images from each of your three sessions! Your baby’s first year will be beautifully contained in a book that we make for you! After your one year session you will receive a simple form in which you select the color and fabric of your book and your engraving choice. You will also have the opportunity to compose a letter to your child which we incorporate into your book’s design!

I love photo boxes! For practical reasons, they are a versatile option that offers flexibility for those who like to rotate or share prints. Each of my daughter has an engraved linen print box with images from their senior pictures. They are not only a wonderful way to protect your images and easy to access when you want to pull something to frame, they are also just so pretty! They are a wonderful decorate touch to any room whether a bedroom or livingroom without taking up a lot of space!

Why I love Framed Prints Over Canvases

I prefer framed prints over other types of wall displays. Frames are wonderful because they are timeless, they can easily coordinate with your overall aesthetic, and your photographs can be easily swapped out over time! While canvases are great, unless you intend to display your piece permanently, they take up a lot of space and are difficult to store when not in use. As your family grows and changes, your framed prints can easily change with that. One large, framed portrait can serve as a striking focal point in a room. This statement piece showcases your family memories at the heart of your home. The size of the portrait depends on your wall space. Opt for 16x24 or larger for a single display on a smaller wall or as a part of a gallery display on a large wall. A well-placed, large portrait can transform an ordinary space into a visually engaging and inviting environment. In my galleries, you can choose from a variety of wood finishes for your framed prints allowing your piece to be timeless and match your overall decor. You can also be creative with your framed prints! I collect vintage picture frames from local antique shops and display our family pictures in them on a wall that is a combination of our memories and other types of artwork.

Conclusion: How to Display Family and Newborn Portraits in Your Home

Whether a box of your baby’s first moments or a series of framed prints that commemorate your family as it grows, choosing how to print your professional photos can be simple and make sense within your style and budget. I offer free print consultations for all of my Premium Collection clients. I can show you how and where to print your photos in your home over zoom or in person.

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