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When should I book in for my newborn shoot?
If you want to capture that true newborn sleepiness I would recommend a shoot before 28 days. Around day 9-12 is good. If you are pregnant, we would book your session for 10 days after your due date. Then once baby has arrived you can keep in touch with me and we can move the date as needed.
If my baby isn’t a newborn anymore have I missed my chance for baby photos?
Not at all! Please get in touch and we can book in a session. I’ll still capture all the little details you want to remember. I think photos of your baby at any age or stage are beautiful and there are always moments you’ll want to remember.
When should I book in for my maternity shoot?
I would recommend getting a date in my diary between 28-34 weeks, but we can go a little earlier or later than this. It’s really up to you.
How do we book with you?
Send me an email or give me a call. We will work out suitable dates, discuss the type of session you are looking for and finalise the booking by signing a contract and taking payment.
How much time do you typically need for a session?
You should expect a newborn session to last around 2 hours. Sessions with new babies can take a little longer to allow for feeds and nappy changes, but don’t worry we will take the time needed to get you some lovely shots.

Maternity and milestone sessions usually take around an hour.

How many photos will we receive?
I will take a lot of photos at your session to ensure you get plenty of what you want. When they are ready – usually within 2 weeks – I will send you an email link to your gallery. You will get on average around 40+ edited high resolution images in your gallery to choose from and 5 high resolution digital images are included in every session. There is then the option to upgrade and purchase more. Please get in touch I’d be happy to email my pricing and welcome guide.
Where do you do your photoshoots?
I have a beautiful, natural light studio, in Southbourne, Bournemouth.
Do you include pets?

I’m sorry to say, I can’t have pets in my studio.

I'm worried my children will misbehave!
Parents often worry their children will misbehave or perhaps just be too shy to get involved in the shoot. Being a mum of two children myself, I understand these concerns entirely! But kids will be kids, and I’ve pretty much seen it all! We will have a chat pre-shoot to get to know how your family works best, to ease those pre-shoot anxieties and make the session as relaxed as possible for you and your children.
Do you sell prints or products?
I have upgrade options you can see here and when you book a session I will send you a list of the products I offer.
Are you using social media?
Yep. You can ‘like’ my Facebook page or follow me on Instagram if you’d like to be kept updated with my latest work, promotions and a sneak peak into my personal life!
Who owns the rights to the images you take?
In keeping with the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, the photographer owns the rights to all the images captured at your shoot. This means I can use the images we capture on the day of your shoot to promote the quality and variety of my work on my portfolio and in social media channels in order to help future clients get a taste of my capabilities. If you’d like to buy the copyright to any of the images from your shoot, or if you’d prefer I didn’t publish the images I capture, please let me know in advance of your shoot and we can make arrangements.

 

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I’ve just booked another December newborn into my I’ve just booked another December newborn into my diary and I couldn’t be more excited! ✨

November and December are filling up and I’m opening up the diary for 2027 due dates too. 

If you had your baby in September I still have a few spaces left this month. 🤍

Maternity, newborn, milestones and family photoshoot sessions all available in my cosy natural light studio in Southbourne. I’d love to hear from you, pop me a message with any questions and I’ll do my best to help. Xx
Getting smiles on camera from an older newborn is Getting smiles on camera from an older newborn is just magic! This little girl was just utterly adorable and is proof that a newborn photoshoot is totally worth it and it’s not too late to get you pictures to treasure of this time while they are tiny. 

I may have just made an exciting purchase for the studio that means if you are expecting a baby before Christmas … now is the time to book!! ✨
Any guesses for what could make a newborn shoot in November & December more magical… pop in the comments! 

If you want any more details on my sessions in my Southbourne studio just send me a DM. 🫶
If you ask me if you’ve left it too late for newbo If you ask me if you’ve left it too late for newborn photos my answer will almost always be no!! 

Photos of your baby are adorable at any age and this little one is a great example of how we can get you some gorgeous photos of your older newborn and all their amazing expressions. 

If you want curled up sleepy pictures of your newborn then I recommend booking in while you are still pregnant so we can get a session booked while baby is still around 10 days old. But if you leave it till baby is here it’s still completely worth it and we can capture all the cute faces along with all the little details. 

Pop me a message for more information about a session in my Southbourne studio. I’m happy to answer any questions. Xx
How special is it watching your little one meet th How special is it watching your little one meet their new baby sibling? 🤍

If your family is growing, here is your little reminder to capture this chapter while they’re all still this little.
My newborn sessions are relaxed, natural and very much baby - and family-led, with plenty of time for gorgeous sibling moments too.

If you’re expecting a baby this autumn or winter, I’d love to help you remember this bit.

Pop me a message with your due date and I can send you more information. Booking in is super easy, I take a £50 deposit to pencil in your due date into my diary and then we schedule your session when your baby has arrived.
If your baby is already here my studio in Southbourne is ready for you! Let’s get you booked in. 🫶
POV: you’ve just become a big sister 🤍 Capturing POV:  you’ve just become a big sister 🤍

Capturing those first little moments between siblings is such a cute part of my job and these photos will become such a special reminder of when they first became a big sister or brother. 🥹

If you’re expecting a little one this autumn or winter, now is a lovely time to get your newborn photoshoot booked in. I’ll capture all the tiny details, the family cuddles and those precious sibling moments too.

📍 Newborn photography in my Southbourne studio, Bournemouth. Pop me a message for more info.
Christmas Minis are live! 🤍 This year’s Christmas Christmas Minis are live! 🤍

This year’s Christmas sessions will have that same beautiful, festive feel, with a timeless, natural style that keeps the focus on you and your little ones. Perfect for capturing Christmas memories you’ll love looking back on for years to come.

What’s Included:
✨ 20-minute festive session
✨ 3 professionally edited digital images
✨ Optional photo upgrades available

Half the sessions have already gone, so if you wanted one now is the time to grab your slot. 
Booking link in stories or message me and I’ll send it to you. 🎄

How to Book:
1. Choose your time slot
2. Secure your booking with payment
3. Complete your session contract
4. Receive your prep email with styling tips, directions & everything you need!

* One family per mini session
Want to include cousins or extended family? Please book two (or more) back-to-back slots

* Sessions are not suitable for newborns or babies under 3 months

* Babies who aren’t sitting confidently yet will need to be photographed with a parent or older sibling
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