| 1. The birthday of the newborn. Knowing this is | | | | 4. Address, phone number, email address. This is |
| helpful because different poses look good for | | | | important for knowing where to send the prints and |
| different ages of newborn i.e., there are things that | | | | communication with the clients. |
| can be done with a 1 month old that cannot be done | | | | 5. The client's assent to show their work. Most |
| with a 1 week old. | | | | photographers get this information before the shoot. |
| 2. Whether the parents would like siblings in the | | | | It adds a step of efficiency if this is done through |
| shoot or they would like to have a mini-session for | | | | the online form. |
| the family and siblings. Many families find added value | | | | 6. The client's assent to the session agreement. By |
| in combining their newborn shoot with a family shoot. | | | | having this in an online form the photographer can |
| This often saves them both time and money. | | | | avoid any confusion about price and other |
| 3. How the parents would like to display the prints. | | | | expectations. Being clear will help a client establish |
| This is helpful because a photographer can customize | | | | The photography industry is competitive; a |
| the shots and editing to meet the size of prints | | | | photographer can increase his competitive edge by |
| desired; or if the parents want a canvas collection, | | | | gathering information what will help him create |
| they can shoot and design the collection so that the | | | | additional value for his clients. |
| individual prints match well for print. | | | | |