All newborn photos are precious, but rainbow baby images are both beautiful and bittersweet. A rainbow baby is one born to parents who have previously suffered a miscarriage, stillbirth, neonatal death or infant loss.
These images are a gorgeous tribute to those who are no longer with us and a celebration of a new addition to a family. If you have one of these special children and you’re thinking of a rainbow baby photo shoot, here are 25 gorgeous ideas to help you plan.
Precious in pink
Photographer Luisa Dunn of Australia took this sweet shot of a little girl sleeping on a cotton candy cloud.
Rainbow elf
This rainbow elf hat is simple but still plenty sentimental (CarolinaHats/Etsy, $20) for a classic naked baby shot.
Sweet as candy
Photographer Chelsea Lee took this awesome photo that proves rainbow babies are one of the few things sweeter than candy.
Fluffy clouds
Sleeping on a cloud sure looks comfy cozy thanks to photographer Alexandra Hunt of British Columbia.
Rainbow daisy
Luisa Dunn captured this adorable image of a rainbow baby daisy.
Butterfly baby
Check out this cool blend of butterfly, angel and rainbow by Luisa Dunn.
Safe and sound
The rainbow headband in this photo by Jen Priester is a perfect touch.
Flower wreath
Luisa Dunn took this photo of a flower wreath surrounding this sleeping sweetie.
Woodland wonder
In this image by Luisa Dunn, both their older sibling and a rainbow watch over this little one.
Rainbow blossom
K.D. Elise Photography made this infant look like the blossom in a gorgeous rainbow flower.
Rainbow fairy
In this picture taken by Luisa Dunn, the baby has her own set of rainbow lace fairy wings.
Color swirl
Annie Jane Photography employed a clever use of colored fabric to create this pretty photo.
A bundle of baby
The shifting colors of this rainbow fabric in this photo by Luisa Dunn are almost as pleasing to admire as the newborn is.
After the storm
This rainbow wrap would make a heartfelt gift for someone expecting a rainbow baby. (CelesteAndCompany/Etsy, $40)
Good as gold
Photographer Luisa Dunn took this picture where the baby is the gold at the end of the rainbow.
Ruffly rainbow
This ruffle diaper cover set is a sweet way to honor of older siblings. (PeaPotsBoutique/Etsy, $18)
Teddy and me
Luisa Dunn captured this adorable moment between a rainbow baby and her teddy.
Little star
This gorgeous photo by Emily Crump shows a sweetly sleeping rainbow baby who is watched over by his big brother and sister.
Rainbow baby onesie
A rainbow baby onesie reminds everyone of all your children. (Retrostate/Etsy, $15)
Nesting and resting
Photographer Luisa Dunn crafted this image of a rainbow baby who’s finally hatched.
Rays of color
Photographer Luisa Dunn used these rainbow fabrics to make the perfect backdrop for a sleeping infant.
Skies of blue
In this photo taken by photographer Luisa Dunn, blue skies are even more cheerful with a rainbow baby.
Bliss on a blanket
A simple colorful blanket in this picture by Luisa Dunn has special significance when you know what it symbolizes.
Feathery clouds
A bed of feathers cushions a sleeping rainbow baby.
Rainbow skirt
This rainbow skirt is a good reminder that once a rainbow baby, always a rainbow baby. (FireWifeFashions/Etsy, $50)
Bright and beautiful
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