Pose Awake or Fussy Newborns with Confidence

Free Training for Photographers

Struggling with Awake or Fussy Newborns?

Learn safe, simple techniques to capture beautiful newborn portraits, even when babies won’t sleep

Confidently pose older newborns—even when they’re awake or a little fussy.
This free course teaches step-by-step techniques to create stunning images and is your first step toward joining a community of photographers growing their skills with 35+ expert-led courses and competitions.

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In this free course, you’ll learn how to:

  • Learn simple, safe poses for older newborns that work every time

  • Confidently handle awake, alert, or fussy babies during sessions

  • Capture beautiful, stress-free images parents will love

Take your first step toward 35+ courses available to APNPI Academy members, covering everything from creative setups to business and workflow strategies for newborn photographers.

  1. Sign up for free – no credit card required

  2. Watch the lessons – short, easy-to-follow videos

  3. Start posing with confidence – create stunning images right away

This course transformed how I handle awake babies and it’s so helpful to actually SEE Kayleigh in action. Thank you!!
— Christina K.

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Loved this free course? This is just the beginning. Explore 35+ expert-led courses, competitions, and guidance designed to take your newborn photography to the next level.

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Some Member Favorites to Get You Started

Newborn Family & Sibling Workflow

Pose siblings safely and easily. Make multi-child and family sessions stress-free.

The Ultimate Prop Posing Workflow

Learn to transition quickly and smoothly between props while creating stunning imagery.

Art of the Bum Up Pose

Stop guessing and master this pose for gorgeous images every time.

Members have access to all 35+ courses—these are just a few ways to get started.

Kayleigh’s free course helped me immediately with confidence for my newborn sessions. Joining as a member opened up all the tools I needed to grow my photography business!
— Jenni, S
I recommend the APNPI Academy to all newborn photographers looking to build their skills and make a living doing what they love. It’s helped me with both my artistic skills as well as building a solid business. I can’t say enough!
— Emily, M.
Best membership I’ve ever joined. Finally, everything I need in one place to help with every step. The courses are helpful, easy to follow, and helped me see things I didn’t even know to look for.
— Michelle, K.
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