Get Closer

• Looking down on a baby creates an usual, and sometimes unwelcome, perspective. The best baby pictures are taken at eye level with the child, such as putting the baby on the bed and shooting while sitting on the floor. Additionally, don't be afraid to get close and let the baby's face or body fill the entire frame of the picture. When creating portraits, the baby can get lost in a busy background, so keep the image tight and simple.
  
  

Think Soft

• A flash is likely to make the infant close her eyes or squint. Use natural light to photograph babies to create a softer image and increase the chances of the baby's eyes being open. If you need to introduce more light into the image, use a piece of white poster board to reflect natural light toward the child.
  
  

Keep It Natural

• A baby will be most comfortable around his own blankets and toys. Use those if you need props for your pictures. Use the baby's bed sheet if you need a backdrop. Otherwise, look for picture opportunities in the infant's everyday activities, such as eating, laughing, yawning or even sleeping. Or find inspiration in the current season--with flowers in the spring or with Christmas lights in December.
  
  

The Little Details

• Don't forget to photograph those cute little body parts, especially tiny hands and feet. Put something that creates and easy perspective comparison if you want to show the size of those body parts, such as a parent's hand holding the baby's hand or a parent's hand holding a baby's foot. Simply focusing in on the eyes, a lock of hair or mouth holding a pacifier can also make nice pictures.