Designed Specifically For Newborn Photographers
Safety Systems + Posing + Spotting Guidance
quiz + signed certificate of completion
Learn safe posing, spotting, and workflow systems so you never have to guess whats safe again.
newborn safety training
Created With A Medical Expert
How to spot red flags +
risky reflexes before posing
Safe posing + support techniques to prevent injury
What to stop doing immediately (and what to do instead)
a Physical Therapist of over 24 years experience.
Collaboration with
Inside you'll learn:
Follow step-by-step guidance to position newborns securely with safety & comfort for the newborn.
Learn how newborn reflexes, circulation, and airway positioning can impact safety—and how to prevent potential harm.
Newborns are delicate—one wrong move can lead to injury. Learn the safety protocols every photographer must know to protect the tiniest clients. Don’t risk it—get trained now!
If you don’t know how to spot a risk, you can’t prevent it.
Safety protocols you won’t find anywhere else, to keep your sessions risk-free for both your tiniest clients and yourself.
Most photographers don’t realize the hidden risks in newborn posing—until it’s too late.
Understand Hidden Risks
Master Safe Posing Techniques
With insights from a physical therapist of 23 years, you’ll know exactly how to keep babies safe, so parents can trust you completely.
Gain Confidence via Medical Expertise
There is stuff I did not even know about when it comes to the absolute important parts of safety. It's a deep dive into all aspects. As I was watching the safety course modules I kept thinking "OHHHHH, Wow I'm glad I am now learning this" best investment I have made in a while. The safety of a newborn is not to be taken loosely. I do plan to revisit this safety course every few months.
- AMANDA K MARQUARDT
"If you’re looking for a solid newborn photography safety course, I highly recommend kate’s (momtogeducate)! As a full-time nurse, I already have a strong base in newborn safety — but because I take safety and my business to heart, continuing education is so important to me.
Her course was super easy to follow, incredibly informative, and covered not only baby safety but also safety and ergonomics for the photographer — which was a first for me! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely worth it!
- Jamy-Anne Jacques
There is no other safety course like it in the newborn photography industry! The attention to detail in all aspects of managing safe practices is amazing. I love how it is broken up into modules that include video and PDF pages for emphasis that reach many different learning styles. There is so much information in this course that is not only perfect for beginners, but new things to consider for the seasoned veteran. It is essential information that all newborn photographers must know to handle babies safely.
-Marissa Sutherland
Learn from the combined expertise of a seasoned newborn photographer and a highly skilled physiotherapist, ensuring the safety of every newborn you photograph.
Your Newborn Photography Safety Experts: Empowering You to Pose with Confidence.
Tenielle MaGee: With 24 years of experience, Leduc Physio owner Tenielle MaGee brings invaluable expertise in medical conditions and safe handling to this course. She combines her clinical background with a passion for newborn photography to ensure the highest safety standards for every baby.
Kathryn Barredo: With 14 years of specialized experience, Kathryn Barredo created MomTog Educate to teach the art of safe newborn posing. She empowers aspiring photographers to master confident handling techniques that prioritize the safety of every tiny client.
The only safety course that covers
newborn SAFETY, ergonomics & proper business PROTOCOLS!
In this module, you’ll learn the essential first steps to safely handle and pose newborns during photography sessions. You’ll gain practical knowledge on proper newborn handling, including:
Safe
Newborn
Handling
this course covers:
Avoiding Fontanelles: Learning how to safely support the baby’s head, avoiding the delicate soft spots.
Wearing a Mask: Ensuring both safety and comfort by wearing a mask to protect against viruses and germs.
Never Leaving a Newborn Unattended: Learning the critical rule of never leaving a newborn alone during the session.
Correct hygiene practices, like sanitizing your hands before touching the baby but also how to prepare your working environment.
You’ll also understand the importance of maintaining a calm environment for the baby and using comfort items like pacifiers or soft blankets to soothe them.
By the end of this module, you'll be equipped with the fundamental techniques to handle newborns safely, building confidence and ensuring both the baby's safety and a positive experience for parents.
Newborn
Reflexes
and
Muscle
Tone
In this module, you'll gain an essential understanding of newborn reflexes and muscle tone, which are key to safely handling and posing babies during your photography sessions. Here are only a few of what this module covers:
By understanding and respecting these reflexes and muscle tones, you’ll be equipped to handle and pose newborns in a way that’s both safe and comfortable, ensuring beautiful, natural photos while protecting the baby’s well-being.
Stepping Reflex
Hypotonia
Hypertonia
Normal Tone
Medical
Understanding these conditions will help you ensure the baby's safety and comfort during the session. Ensuring proper airways and circulation is crucial for the safety and well-being of the newborn during photography sessions.
Considerations
airways
&
circulation
When photographing newborns, it's essential to be aware of various medical conditions that may affect how you handle and pose the baby.
Torticollis, limb deficiencies and cleft palate
Hip Dysplasia, broken collarbone and babies with tubes
Club foot, Spina Bifida
Butterfly skin, heart surgery & more
In this module learn how to protect yourself as the photographer by following the suggestions for posing techniques and proper stretching program before each session!
By understanding and respecting these reflexes and muscle tones, you’ll be equipped to handle and pose newborns in a way that’s both safe and comfortable, ensuring beautiful, natural photos while protecting the baby’s well-being.
In this module learn how implementing these safety considerations, you can create a secure and professional environment for your newborn photography business.
Prioritizing safety not only protects your clients and their babies but also enhances your reputation as a responsible and trustworthy photographer.
In this module, Learn what questions to ask yourself to assess whether an infant is crying from being in distress or something else?
You will confidently know whether your tiny client is protected and how to prevent injury!
LEARN SAFETY ERGONOMICS FOR THE NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER
SAFETY IN BUSINESS, CLIENT COMMUNICATION & PROACTIVE PREPARATION
ASSESSING NEWBORN COMFORT & SAFETY CONSIDERATION
FOR EACH POSE
Once quiz has been passed, you may submit a request for your signed and dated certificate of completion to print and frame for your studio. A badge is also available for your website.
signed certificate
There is a quiz at the end of this course that you will be able to complete to make sure you have a full understanding of the course materials.
Complete the Course
Purchase your course online now! You'll gain instant access and will be able to refer back to it for lifetime access.
ENROLL TODAY!
What I need to know?
By completing this course, you'll demonstrate authority in newborn safety—
showing your clients that you have the expertise to handle their precious newborns with the utmost care.
Melissa Chamberland
It covers everything!
making this!!
I was impressed with how well-organized and thorough it was.
As a newborn photographer, my top priority is always the safety and comfort of the delicate little ones I work with.
While capturing beautiful images is important, ensuring that babies are posed, handled, and cared for properly during a session is absolutely essential.
That’s why I decided to take the Newborn Safety 101 course. I have being doing this for a little while now and knew a lot already but I was impressed with how well-organized and thorough it was.
It covers everything from understanding newborn physiology to creating a safe shooting environment. It also covered ergonomics and understanding how to properly disinfect (actually loved this part in the free you tube video). I also loved how well the pdf is made. If you are looking for what stretches to do before a session, it’s all in the pdf. Taking care of yourself is important too!! I really need to start doing this..haha! Thank you guys for making this 🫶
who didn't know
the safe way.."
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Checklist Protocols & Stretching Program
PDF filled with course materials
Certificate of Completion & Website Badge
Safety Posing Course
SAFETY ONLY
Sweet Baby Workshop with
18 Lessons
Checklists Protocols & Stretching Program
PDF filled with course materials
Certificate of Completion & Website Badge
Safety Posing Course
POSING &
SAFETY
Choose the option that fits best for you
Show your clients that you've taken the time to get special training to handle their newborn baby will provide comfort to new parents. You will be able to print and frame your certificate that has been signed by Kathryn Barredo and filled out with your name! You will also have a badge to display on your website to show your level of commitment to newborn safety.
Don't wait anymore, safety is
not a choice, its a
necessity.
This is the course you've been asking for!
Thanks for being here, friend! As a creative soul with a passion for teaching, I built this platform to share everything I know about photography. However, I noticed a concerning gap in our industry: a lack of standardized safety. Since our niche involves the delicate task of handling newborns, I believe safety training shouldn't just be an option—it should be a requirement.
I am thrilled to share that I’ve partnered with a clinical physical therapist and medical business owner to co-create this curriculum. By blending my creative expertise with her professional medical background, we’ve built a safety course that is grounded in science and designed for the real-world needs of a photography studio.
ABOUT KATHRYN
We are committed to your success. If you ever feel a topic hasn't been covered, email us at [email protected] with the subject 'Safety Course.' While our curriculum is exhaustive (we haven't had a missing piece flagged yet!), we are always here to listen. Plus, as a student, you get direct access to our community! Tag @kathrynbarredo in our Facebook group for personalized guidance—just let us know you're a course owner.
Satisfaction Guarantee
This course is co-designed by myself, Kathryn Barredo, a professional newborn photographer with 13 years of experience, and Tenielle MaGee, a licensed physiotherapist with 22 years of experience. Together, we bring expert knowledge in both newborn photography and child safety.
What qualifications do you have to teach this course?
Yes, this course is designed for photographers of all levels, from beginners to experienced professionals. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this course will provide you with the safety protocols and techniques necessary to handle newborns with confidence.
Is this course suitable for beginner photographers?
Most of the safety protocols taught in the course can be implemented with basic newborn photography props you likely already own. The course emphasizes safe handling techniques, hygiene practices, and positioning strategies that don’t require special equipment beyond standard photography tools.
