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Know Before You Book Your Session

Yona for baby photography in the UAE wants to offer the seamless experience for you, your baby, and family. The best way to guarantee this is to make it easy for everyone. We have compiled all questions and info you might need to know before booking your session. Also, feel free to contact us anytime if anything is unclear or for extra information.

Booking Details

When and How Can You Book the Session?

You can book your session through WhatsApp anytime. But we encourage you to set your appointment a month before. Please note a minimum of AED 500 of the package price should be paid to our account before the session and the balance on the photo session day. Also, you can pay in cash. Contact us to handle paying the deposit.

Please note if the appointment is canceled less than three days before the session, the deposit is not refundable. For more information, you can check Terms & Conditions page.

Can I Pay for the Session in Installments?

The full amount for the session can be paid on the day of the session or in installments if the customer wishes. However, if the full payment is not made, we cannot send the photos to her until the payment is completed.

Service Location and Session Details

Where Does Yona Offer Its Services?

The session is at the customer’s house, and we go to you for FREE. But we don’t go to those areas

  • AlWagan
  • Al Qou’a
  • Zayed City, and further

Also, we have a home studio at Dubai. Contact us to reserve your slot.

How Many People Will Be Present During The Baby Photography Session, And Who Are They?

On the day of the session, two people will attend: the photographer and the photographer’s assistant.

Photo Delivery

When Can I Receive Printed Photos?

  • Regarding the small packages (photos via email), delivery will be 2 to 5 days after the session.
  • As for the Lotus package (printed photos with a USB) (for all types of sessions), delivery will be 20 days after the session.
  • Finally, the Linaria and Luna packages (album with a USB), delivery will be one month after the session.

When Can I Expect to Receive the Photos Through Email Without Any Editing?

We offer this option to receive all photos through emails without editing. You can expect to receive them .20 days after the baby photo session day. Contact us for more information

How Many Images Will I Receive?

It depends on the package you want. Please recheck the services page for more.

Customization Options

Can I Ask For a Customized theme?

We do not design the theme according to the customer’s desires; rather, the customer chooses from the list of themes sent to her. However, if the customer wants to change some items in the theme or the décor props, we discuss it until we reach the desired result.

Can You Customize the Photography Theme?

We create the customer’s desired theme if the items are available.

How Can I Choose the Theme?

For your setups, props, and wardrobe choices, we will send you a link with all themes, and you can always check our blog as a guide to choosing the best theme for your baby photography. 

Session Policies

What Do Yona Provide During The Session?

We provide everything for the baby, including clothes, themes, hair decorations, and hats. However, if family photography is added, the customer must provide the family’s clothing.

Can I Capture Photos of My Baby During the Photo Session and Post Them on Social Media?

You can take photos of your baby during the session and post them on your social media, but it is preferable to inform the photographer before shooting.

Can I Receive Instant, Unedited Photos?

Yes, you can receive instant, unedited photos only if the customer has paid the full amount.

Do You Provide Unedited Photos?

Yes, all images will be sent to your email, edited and unedited. 

Photo Packages and Pricing

What are the Photo Packages You Offer?

There are three types of packages available:

  • The first includes printed photos
  • The second includes an A5-size album
  • The third includes an A4-size album

Are These Package Rates Applicable for Twins?

No, an additional charge of 300 AUD applies for twin sessions with Lotus or Linaria. For Luna sessions, the additional charge is 500 AUD.

Additional Services and Costs

Are There Extra Costs For Sessions at My House?

No, again, there is no transportation fee.

Can I Purchase Additional Photos?

Yes, you can. Contact us, and let’s coordinate this together. 

Prop and Photo Cleanliness

How Do You Ensure the Cleanliness of the Props?

We ensure all props and wardrobes are sanitized after each session. Our staff adheres to strict hygiene protocols, including wearing masks and frequent hand sanitization.

Photo Selection and Editing

Can You Give Me Access to Select Which Photos to Be Edited?

Normally, we select the photos, but sometimes the client prefers to choose them. However, You can tell us which photos are prioritized for editing during shooting, and we can proceed based on your preferences. If they do, we kindly ask for their cooperation in sending the selected photos as quickly as possible.

If the client wants to choose the photos, we request their email and send the photos for selection, but they must pay the full amount before sending the images.

Which Photos You’re Choosing For Printing?

We send the edited photos through WhatsApp 10 days after the session for you to review and check for any issues before printing. For albums, we also send them after 10 days to gather feedback, add baby details, or make cover changes. Once adjustments are made, we share a digital version for final review before printing.

Payment Options

Do You Offer Flexible Payment Options?

Full payment is required on the day of the session, but we offer installment options for special circumstances. Contact us to discuss flexible payment arrangements.

Session Duration and Activities

How Long Do the Sessions Typically Last?

Sessions generally last about 2 hours.

What Factors Influence the Duration of the Session?

The length of the session may vary depending on the baby’s cooperation and mood.

What Activities are Included within this Time Frame?

The allocated time also accommodates feeding/nursing, changing setups, and soothing the baby back to sleep.

Environmental Details

What is the Temperature at Your Home Studio, and How Should I Dress?

The studio or location maintains a temperature of around 26 degrees Celsius. To stay comfortable, it’s recommended to wear layers.

Preparation for the Session

Is There Anything I Should Bring to the Session to Aid in Posing the Baby?

Please bring a pacifier to the session, as it can be extremely helpful for losing the baby.

What Kind of Food Can You Feed Your Baby Before the Photo Session?

Before a baby photo session, it’s best to feed your baby familiar and gentle foods like breastmilk, formula, or smooth purees. Avoid introducing new foods to prevent discomfort. For more tips, check our guide on our blog.

How Should I Dress My Baby for the Photo Session?

Dress your baby in a single layer of clothing, such as button or zip-up pajamas. Avoid onesies, hats, and socks, as they can leave imprints that might show in the pictures.

When Should I Feed My Baby Before the Photo Session?

Please try to feed your baby about 30 minutes before the session to help prevent fussiness and hunger during the shoot.

Social Media and Discounts

What Is Your Social Media Sharing Policy?

We offer a 10% discount if the customer agrees to post their child’s photos on social media. We always ensure that the parents’ permission is obtained before posting anything.

Newborn Photo Sessions

What Do You Need to Do Before Newborn Baby Photo session?

You need to follow a few steps for the newborn session:

  • Make the baby tired before the session to ensure that s/he will sleep deeply in the photo session.
  • If you want to wash your baby’s hair to make it fluffy in the photos, make sure to do tis the day before the session.
  • It’s recommended to brush under your baby’s nails.
  • You also should keep the baby awake for 3 hours before the session.
  • Half an hour before the session, bathe, feed, and put the baby to sleep.
  • If the baby has gas or colic, it is advisable to have appropriate medication available to administer during the session if needed.
  • The last thing make sure not to use any diaper cream before the session.

Sitter Photo Sessions

How And When Should I Book a Sitter Photography Session?

The best age for a sitter session is when your baby is between 6 and 9 months old, ideally when they can sit independently but are not yet crawling. To book a session, please send a request through the contact form on our website, Instagram direct message, or WhatsApp.

Cake Smash Photo Sessions

How and When Should I Book a Cake Smash Photography Session?

The ideal time to schedule a session is when your baby is on their first birthday, as they can comfortably sit and give unforgettable expressions, allowing for various adorable poses and expressions. To book a session, you can send a request through our website’s contact form, via Instagram direct message, or WhatsApp.

Additional Terms You Need to Know

  1. Men are only allowed – for family photos – to be in the scene at the beginning or the end of photo sessions.
  2. We provide the baby’s backdrops, props, accessories, wraps, and outfits for all photo sessions.
  3. We don’t do twin sessions unless they are reserved in separate packages.
  4. Photos copyright belongs to Yona Photography. (it means you can’t post the picture and say it’s your work or another person’s work)
  5. The deposit is not refundable in the event of canceling the session because the baby was crying for whole photo sessions (we will try as much as possible, but we hope you appreciate the time and effort made and the amount that was paid for the gas – for the record, the percentage of continually crying for a baby for a long time and the inability to take the photo is less than 1% based on our experiences)
  6. It’s important to have a room with a large open space, preferably without any carpets on the floor. It is also preferable that the walls are not yellow or orange, and the lighting should ideally be white.