Hey there, shutterbugs and drama lovers! Get ready for a tale of friendship, photography, and the age-old question: how long is too long to wait for those precious newborn pics? Our protagonist, a part-time photographer with a heart of gold, finds herself in a sticky situation when her bestie’s baby is just a little too grown for those adorable posed shots. Will their friendship survive this photographic faux pas? Let’s dive in and find out!
Photographer’s Dilemma: Newborn Shoots Have an Expiration Date!

Specializing in Newborns, But Open to All Ages!

A Friendly Gift for a First-Time Mom!

Sisterly Love: Extending the Same Offer!

♀️ Radio Silence Until… Too Late? ⏰

Friend’s Frustration: “But You Promised!”

♀️ Safety First: No Compromises!

AITA for Sticking to My Principles?

Newborn Photoshoot Fiasco: Friendship on the Line! ⏰
Well, well, well… looks like our photographer friend is in quite the pickle! She generously offered her bestie a free newborn photoshoot, but the new mama waited a little too long to cash in on that offer. ♀️⏳ Now, with a 3-week-old baby, safety concerns are preventing our protagonist from delivering those picture-perfect poses. Her friend is pretty miffed, expecting the same treatment as her sister got years ago. But our photog is standing her ground, prioritizing the baby’s wellbeing over pleasing her pal. The internet is abuzz with this dramatic tale, so let’s see what the masses have to say about this friendship-testing fiasco!
Photographer suggests compromise after mom misses newborn photo window.

Understanding new mom’s disappointment but priorities matter more. NAH

Did the photographer specify a time frame for booking photoshoot?

Setting baby safety first and still offering free service.

Miscommunication about poses caused drama between photographer and new mom.

Photographer offers compromise and advice for future clients.

Capturing precious moments: Understanding a mother’s perspective

Clarifying if mom knew newborn photoshoot had time constraint
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Photographer criticized for not being sensitive with his words

Safety first! Photographer offers safe options but entitled mom disagrees.

Photographer advised against dangerous newborn photoshoot, NTA.

Curious about newborn photoshoots? This commenter asks important questions.

Safety concerns of newborn photoshoots at 3-4 weeks addressed

Photographer refuses baby photoshoot, suggests alternative. NAH situation.

Photographer prioritizes safety over entitled demands. NTA

Setting boundaries with pushy parents.

Photographer prioritizes safety over entitled mother’s demands.

Agreeing that terminology doesn’t matter, compromise was needed.

Photographer explains limitations of photoshoot for older infant

Photographer receives praise for handling certificate misunderstanding gracefully

Debating when a baby is considered a newborn for photoshoots

Photographer clarifies age range for newborn photoshoots

Can’t she just call them newborn photos? Photographer’s dilemma
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Simple advice for a stressed mom wanting newborn photoshoot

Grateful commenter defends photographer’s decision, empathizes with stressed mother.

Photographer justified in refusing demanding mom’s photoshoot request.

Safety concerns clash with photo demands. Stand your ground.

Premature baby’s mom shares struggle for newborn photoshoot. NTA.

Photographer not at fault for mother’s poor planning

Support for photographer’s professionalism and expertise

Newborn photoshoot demand deemed TA, especially for womb-posed pictures.

Newborn photoshoots safe for 3-week-olds, poses done safely.

Safe newborn poses can still be adorable

Confusion over newborn photography guidelines sparks discussion.

Miscommunication led to awkward photoshoot.

Misunderstanding over coupon leads to demanding photoshoot – NAH
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Photographer’s refusal to hurt baby disappoints entitled mom. NTA

Creative alternative to sleeping newborn photos, with awake and happy baby

Photographer stands up for their ethics and boundaries.

Miscommunication on newborn photoshoot day limit, NAH for wanting it

Clarifying the definition of “newborn” could prevent misunderstandings.

Photographer defends not doing photoshoot, agrees with commenter

Prioritizing safety first. NTA.

Photographer prioritizes baby’s safety over demanding mother’s wishes

Photographer not at fault for missed newborn photoshoot. NTA
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Photographer prioritizes infant’s safety in photoshoot.

Photographer stands firm on safety protocol, praised for professionalism. ✌️

Expert photographer stands firm on safety concerns for newborn photoshoot.

What defines ‘newborn’? Photographer dispute over photoshoot age.

Photographer handled entitled client with grace and professionalism. NTA

New mom sympathizes with photographer but advises gentleness with words

Agree to photoshoot but offer a small album of baby pictures
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Parent understands and supports photographer’s safety concerns for newborn.
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Photographer suggests alternative newborn photoshoot ideas.

Photographer refuses unsafe photoshoot for newborn, not the a**hole

Capturing the perfect moments is tempting but not worth the risk.

Photographer offers compromise, entitled mom still upset. NTA

Photographer tactfully educates entitled mom on newborn safety

Respect the baby’s health and don’t stress them out

Photographer declines unreasonable demand for newborn photoshoot, offers compromise. #NTA

NTA, but posing newborns in weird positions seems unnatural
