NEWBORN LIFESTYLE
Having a newborn at home is crazy! I've been there, I get it. But documenting those new little moments really is priceless. Those teenie toes, those squishy legs and those gassy smiles! And equally important is documenting the totally normal, not so glamorous moments as well - the adorable awkwardness of a sink bath, baby burps, sofa snuggles...believe me, those are the foggy memories you'll be happy to have to look back on later.
Sound overwhelming? Don't worry! It's my goal to make this as stress free as possible! I will come to you and all we will do is take photos of you doing what you do - being a parent. You will receive a prep guide full of helpful tips about how to prepare your family and your home, and don't worry, no cleaning service or hair and makeup are required! The real moments will mean more down the road.
This style of session is also perfect for "older" newborns, as they don't require much posing and a more alert baby can make for more engaging photos, capturing connection between the two of you. I recommend anywhere from one to 6 weeks. Sessions typically last 2-4 hours, leaving time for feedings and changes. If baby has siblings (even furry ones) I'm more than happy to include them!
POSES
If you just love those little sweet little newborn poses as well, I'm with you! I always bring along a few props and wraps. We will discuss your ideas in advance so I know what shots are most important to you. We also discuss details like color schemes and style and talk about what you hope to do with your images in the end - for instance nursery art, a family portrait or a beautiful baby album.
Something to note is that the younger the baby the easier they are to pose. Although we won't be attempting anything too ambitious like we might in a studio, a baby under 10 days will be much sleepier - so if you're looking for a pose-heavy gallery keep in mind your baby's age and please let me know when we speak. If you think you missed the window, there are still a number of achievable poses for "older" newborns too.
I want you to feel totally comfortable, and am always happy to answer any questions you have along the way!
NEWBORN LIFESTYLE
USE THIS SPACE TO PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS
Having a newborn at home is crazy! I've been there, I get it. But documenting those new little moments really is priceless. Those teenie toes, those squishy legs and those gassy smiles! And equally important is documenting the totally normal, not so glamorous moments as well - the adorable awkwardness of a sink bath, baby burps, sofa snuggles...believe me, those are the foggy memories you'll be happy to have to look back on later.
Sound overwhelming? Don't worry! It's my goal to make this as stress free as possible! I will come to you and all we will do is take photos of you doing what you do - being a parent. You will receive a prep guide full of helpful tips about how to prepare your family and your home, and don't worry, no cleaning service or hair and makeup are required! The real moments will mean more down the road.
This style of session is also perfect for "older" newborns, as they don't require much posing and a more alert baby can make for more engaging photos, capturing connection between the two of you. I recommend anywhere from one to 6 weeks. Sessions typically last 2-4 hours, leaving time for feedings and changes. If baby has siblings (even furry ones) I'm more than happy to include them!
POSES
If you just love those little sweet little newborn poses as well, I'm with you! I always bring along a few props and wraps. We will discuss your ideas in advance so I know what shots are most important to you. We also discuss details like color schemes and style and talk about what you hope to do with your images in the end - for instance nursery art, a family portrait or a beautiful baby album.
Something to note is that the younger the baby the easier they are to pose. Although we won't be attempting anything too ambitious like we might in a studio, a baby under 10 days will be much sleepier - so if you're looking for a pose-heavy gallery keep in mind your baby's age and please let me know when we speak. If you think you missed the window, there are still a number of achievable poses for "older" newborns too.
I want you to feel totally comfortable, and am always happy to answer any questions you have along the way!
Formerly Chickey Little Photography
IPS Jump Start Session
In Person Sales (IPS)
Curious about IPS but overwhelmed by where to start?
Maybe you’ve started exploring selling in person already but still feel confused about pricing, product options, software, sales appointments, workflow, or how all the pieces actually fit together in a real business.
In this 60-minute IPS strategy session, we’ll talk through where you currently are, what’s holding you back, and the specific steps you can take to start building an IPS process that feels realistic, profitable, and natural for your business and personality.
You’ll also receive my IPS materials, phone scripts, and pricing calculator after the call to help you start implementing what we discussed.
WHO'S IT FOR?
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Photographers who are curious about IPS but overwhelmed by where to start
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Photographers who have started implementing IPS but still feel confused about the moving pieces
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Anyone wanting to move away from the low-cost, high-volume burnout cycle
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Photographers wanting to create a more full-service client experience
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Lifestyle, newborn, family, branding, beauty, or portrait photographers wanting more confidence around sales and client guidance
WHAT WE'LL COVER
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Where you currently are in the IPS process and what’s feeling confusing or overwhelming
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Product options, pricing structure, and what actually makes sense when starting out
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Software and tools that can help simplify the process
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How to structure ordering appointments in a way that feels natural and supportive
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Ways to guide clients confidently without feeling overly sales-focused
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Creating a more complete, full-service experience from start to finish
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Simple next steps you can realistically implement in your business
Along with the consultation, you’ll get access to my IPS starter tools, including my
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sales call script
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workflow materials
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pricing calculator
to help you feel more confident going into your first ordering appointments.
BUILT FROM REAL EXPERIENCE
I’m not teaching IPS from theory or from something I tried once and turned into a course. I’ve been using this model in my own photography business for nearly a decade, refining the process through real client experience over and over again.
My name is Chelsea Hickey and when I first started, I was a low-cost, high-volume “shoot and burn” photographer heading straight toward burnout. I was working constantly, delivering galleries, moving on to the next session, and never really feeling like I was creating the kind of experience or business I truly wanted. Over time, IPS completely changed the way I approached both my business and my client experience.
Now, my business is intentionally built around fewer sessions, higher sales averages, and a process that feels personal, thoughtful, and genuinely helpful rather than awkward or overly sales-focused. My average sales typically range between $5,000-$7,000 per session, and while I specialize primarily in newborn and family photography, I use the same IPS structure and strategy across branding, headshots, beauty portraits, and other portrait sessions as well.
One of the things I’m most proud of now is being able to guide my clients from the very beginning of the process all the way through to finished artwork and a completed experience that feels meaningful and fully taken care of from start to finish. Clients constantly tell me how much they appreciate the guidance throughout the process and often thank me at the end for helping make everything feel simple, enjoyable, and far less overwhelming than they expected.
Sometimes the difference between a $500 sale and a $5,000 sale is simply having a better process and knowing how to guide people through it confidently.
1 hr
297 US dollars
60-Minute IPS Strategy Session | $297
If you don’t walk away feeling clearer, more confident, and moving in the right direction, I’ll happily refund your investment.