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The Best Baby’s First Christmas Photo Ideas
01. Moses Basket Under the Christmas Tree
DIY this sweet sleeping baby under the Christmas tree photo by putting your little one in a sweet red, green or white outfit, laying them in a woven changing or Moses basket, and adding some pretty, neutral knits.
To recreate this look, you’ll need:
- woven changing basket or Moses basket
- neutral knit blankets
- Christmas-toned outfit
- wooden milestones plaque
02. Flat Lay with Stocking, Lights and Mini Christmas Tree
This cute baby’s first Christmas photo idea is a great little set-up for those mamas that have it all together enough to order a special customized stocking for their little’s first Christmas.
To create this scene, grab a pretty, fluffy blanket, a miniature Christmas tree or garland, and a few small ornaments or decor pieces that you already have set out for Christmas.
To recreate this baby’s first Christmas photo, you’ll need:
- a Christmas stocking
- a miniature Christmas tree
- a light colored blanket
- Christmas outfit
- a string of fairy lights
03. Cuties in A Christmas Cup Picture
How sweet is this! Have your little one (or ones) lay down on the floor, then grab your favorite Christmas mug and hold it near your camera or phone and snap your pic.
While the matching Christmas-themed tops are definitely the cherry on top, this photo would still be totally adorable without.
For this Christmas picture idea, you’ll need:
- a cute Gingerbread man mug
- Christmas outfit
- Christmas hair bow or hat
04. Wooden Sled and Christmas Wreath Photo Idea
Although this photo was definitely a studio set-up done by a professional photographer, you can definitely recreate the look yourself.
Consider setting up a wooden sled by a nice, neutral wall in your home that gets some nice, indirect light, or try setting the sleigh up outside of your front door.
Grab a cozy blanket and nestle your little one in for a cute and festive photo.
For this cute Christmas photo, you’ll need:
- a wooden sleigh
- a faux wreath
- a white blanket
- a white backdrop
- a Christmas outfit
05. Christmas Gift Under the Tree
This fun Christmas photo idea is super simple and barely requires any set up at all.
Capture just a peek of your Christmas tree set up, along with your little one amongst the presents by laying them on a pretty, seasonal patterned blanket.
For this Christmas photo idea, you’ll need:
- a red or green pacifier
- a plaid blanket
- Christmas gifts wrapped in pretty paper
- a Christmas outfit
06. Baby with First Christmas Plaque and Santa Hat
To really get the Santa’s hat to pop, keep things neutral like this mama did with a nice, crisp white onesie and warm beige muslin.
These super adorable personalized wood plaques not only make for a great photo prop, but a special keepsake, too.
For this sweet Christmas photo, you’ll need:
- a baby-sized Santa hat
- a white onesie
- a baby’s first Christmas plaque
- a pretty swaddle or blanket
07. Mama & Baby Looking at the Christmas Tree
Looking for a cute Christmas idea that includes mom?
Cuddle up together in a sweet, matching outfit and ask daddy to capture the special mother-daughter moment, admiring the glistening lights.
To recreate this cute look, you’ll need:
- a Christmas tree
- a matching neutral outfit with baby
- a fur throw
- knit socks
09. Christmas Cozy Coupe Christmas Baby Photos
Did you know you could totally transform the Little Tike’s Cozy Coupe into a super adorable Christmas wagon with just a few supplies, and a few cans of paint?
Well, you sure can – check out the full line-up of photo ideas and learn how to DIY your own Christmas Cozy Coupe here – 21+ *Very Aesthetic* Cozy Coupe Makeover Ideas (That You Can DIY!)
10. Christmas Ornament Baby Bum
Is there a cuter way to capture your baby’s first Christmas than this?
I do not think so.
For this photo, you’ll need:
- a thick knit blanket
- a knit Christmas hat
- a red Christmas ornament
- a Christmas pom pom garland
12. Snuggle Me Organic Under the Christmas Tree
For this photo, you’ll need:
- a Christmas tree
- a red hair bow
- a Christmas onesie
- a Snuggle Me Organic or Snuggle Me Organic dupe with a white cover
13. Baby in Front of Christmas Tree
For this photo, you’ll need:
- a Christmas tree
- knit baby socks
- red and white buffalo plaid bloomers
- a Santa baby onesie
14. Sleeping Baby in Christmas Outfit
15. On the Bed with Christmas Pajamas and Garland
For this photo, you’ll need:
- red pajamas or onesie
- pretty Christmas garland
- white bed linens
16. Baby with Christmas Ornaments, Santa Hat & String Lights
For this photo, you’ll need:
- a baby-sized Santa hat
- white oversized Christmas ornaments
- a string of fairy lights
17. Life-Sized Elf on the Shelf Baby Photo
For this photo, you’ll need:
- a baby-sized Elf on the Shelf costume
- a can of whipped cream
18. Not So Happy Baby in a Santa Hat
For this photo, you’ll need:
- a baby-sized Santa hat
- a white onesie
- a Christmas tree
19. Sweet Sleeping Baby in a Christmas Onesie
For this photo, you’ll need:
- a baby-sized Santa hat
- a cute Christmas onesie
- a white blanket or sheet
20. Christmas Tree Cookie Baby Picture
For this photo, you’ll need:
- a Christmas tree gingerbread cookie
- a cute hat
- a white blanket or sheet
21. Baby in a Box by the Christmas Tree
For this photo, you’ll need:
- a Santa hat
- a cardboard box
- a Sharpie
- a Christmas tree
22. Baby with Your Family Christmas Card
To recreate this look, you’ll need:
What a sweet way to remember baby’s first Christmas!
To recreate this photo idea, you’ll need:
- a string of fairy lights
- bottle brush Christmas trees
- a pretty white blanket
- a knit beanie
- a green onesie and white overalls
- felt Christmas tree ornaments
- a baby announcement card
23. Snowman Cookie Christmas Photo Idea
For this photo, you’ll need:
- a snowman-shaped sugar cookie
- a cute winter hat
- a fluffy blanket
Baby’s First Christmas Photo Ideas – TL;DR
At the end of the day, it’s no secret that the holidays can be a bit of a stressful time for moms.
Although there will undoubtedly be gifts to be wrapped, menus to be planned and shelves to be dusted, it really doesn’t take much to put together a special moment to capture your baby’s first Christmas ‘on film’.
Be sure to squeeze some time in to pull together a few special little Christmas props and snap a few special photos – the future mama in you will cherish them for years to come!
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