How My Nursing Experience Helped Me Photograph a Premature Baby: A Special Session in My Studio

Working as a nurse before becoming a photographer has gifted me with a unique set of skills that I bring into my photography studio every day.
Recently, I had the privilege of photographing a precious baby who was born at just 26 weeks gestation.
After spending months in the hospital, this little one came into my studio with the extra support of oxygen—a reminder of the journey they had already been through.
This photography session was a powerful reminder of how my nursing background continues to shape and enhance my work as a photographer.
The skills I developed caring for premature babies and working in the medical field gave me the confidence, knowledge, and sensitivity needed to create a safe, comfortable, and heartwarming environment for this very special shoot.
How?
1. Understanding Medical Needs: Confidence and Care
Having worked with premature babies during my nursing career, I’m no stranger to the extra care and attention these little ones need. When this tiny client came in with oxygen support, I immediately felt confident in managing the session, knowing I had the experience to handle any situation with calm and care.
I’m familiar with medical equipment, and I understand how to adjust my approach to accommodate special needs. The oxygen tube, for example, wasn’t something that worried me. I knew how to safely work around it without compromising the baby’s comfort or health, ensuring that the session went smoothly without adding stress for the parents.
2. Gentle Posing: Prioritizing Baby’s Safety
Posing any newborn requires a gentle, cautious approach, but this is especially true when working with a premature baby. My nursing experience gave me a deep understanding of the fragility of babies born before full term, allowing me to handle the baby with the utmost care. I was mindful of their delicate skin, respiratory needs, and physical limitations, and I took extra precautions to ensure every pose was both comfortable and safe.
This is where my hands-on experience from nursing came into play—knowing how to handle a tiny, fragile body with gentle care, all while making sure the baby was happy and comfortable.
3. Supporting the Parents: Building Trust Through Experience
For the parents, bringing their baby home after a long stay in the NICU is an emotional experience. It’s a time filled with joy but also worry, especially when their baby is still dependent on medical support. When they brought their little one to my studio, I could see both excitement and nervousness on their faces.
Thanks to my nursing background, I was able to reassure them that their baby was in safe hands.
4. Celebrating the Baby’s Journey: Telling a Story of Resilience
Photographing this little miracle wasn’t just about capturing cute images—it was about telling a story of strength, resilience, and love. Having spent time in the medical field, I understand the incredible challenges premature babies face and how far they come with the help of dedicated medical teams and loving families.
As I took each photo, I felt deeply connected to the journey this baby had been on. I wanted the photos to reflect the fight, courage, and triumph that their tiny body had endured. Each image told a story of hope—a reminder of how far this little one had come since their days in the NICU.

Our session was a celebration of life and resilience, and I am grateful for the opportunity to use my unique skill set to capture these moments for a family who has already been through so much. It’s moments like these that make me appreciate the unexpected connections between nursing and photography—and how both professions ultimately centre around care, compassion, and the beauty of human life.

Thank you for coming little cutie <3

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