Behind the Lens: The Newborn Photographer Diaries
Welcome to Behind the Lens: The Newborn Photographer Diaries where two caffeine-fueled, swaddle-wrapping, baby-whispering photographers spill the (non-toxic, baby-safe) tea on what it’s really like running a newborn photography biz.
We’re talking about everything from posing tiny humans and soothing fussy babies to navigating clients, running a business, marketing without losing your mind, and juggling it all while trying to keep our own families alive and fed. (Some days, that’s the real miracle.)
It’s honest. It’s a little chaotic. It’s full of laughter, real talk, and all the behind-the-scenes moments you won’t find on Instagram. If you’re a newborn photographer, or just curious about the beautiful mess behind the lens, this is the podcast for you.
Behind the Lens: The Newborn Photographer Diaries
Ep. 2: Imposter Syndrome, Burnout, and Finding Your “Why”
We’re finally back — and this time, recording in person at Arielle’s studio! In this warm, real, and refreshingly unfiltered episode, we (Arielle & Jackie) dive deep into a topic so many photographers (and creatives in general) wrestle with: Imposter Syndrome.
We open up about what’s been going on behind the scenes, from tech fails and editing struggles to overwhelming weeks filled with back-to-back sessions (hello, 7 newborns in one week 😅). We share stories about the sessions that left us doubting ourselves, the ones that reminded us why we love what we do, and how even after years in business, we still question if we’re “good enough.”
We also talk about:
- How session successes or struggles impact our confidence
- Comparison traps on social media and how we each handle them differently
- Why validation, support, and community matter (hi, photog besties 💕)
- How our “why” as photographers shifts with seasons of life
- Pricing, burnout, and the emotional weight of this job
If you’ve ever found yourself spiraling after a tough session, hesitating to market your business, or wondering if you’re really cut out for this — this one’s for you. You’re not alone. Not even a little.
💌 We’d love to hear your own imposter syndrome moments or how you’ve learned to overcome them. Email us or drop a comment — we just might share it anonymously in a future episode.
We’ll be back in two weeks with a brand new topic (spoiler alert: we’re diving into trends next!).
Thanks for hanging out with us again. Hit follow, share with a fellow creative who needs to hear this, and remember — perfection doesn’t exist, but your art still matters. 💛
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