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2 Last month I went to Hammersmith, in London, to meet this mom-to-be and capture some maternity photos.

I shared it a few weeks ago as a sneak peek from a recent maternity photography session.

Maternity Photographer Hammersmith, London

photo from above of a pregnant mum sitting within a bed of red leaves

Aren’t these red leaves stunning?

Last month I went to Hammersmith, in London, to meet this mom-to-be and capture some maternity photos.

It was a beautiful warm day with a blue sky, quite unusual for the London weather 😉 We went for a walk along the river and got some photos there before moving to the park. I love outdoor locations for couples and families. Being outside and enjoying a walk allow everyone to relax and to look more natural in the photos as well.

The best time for maternity photography is between the 28th and the 34th week when the belly is showing nicely and mum is still not too tired and doesn’t risk getting into labour! This mum was around 33 weeks. I always suggest arranging the maternity session around this time or anyway before the 35th week especially if you are planning a photoshoot in a park. When we are on location we walk quite a bit to find the best place or to get to a quiet area where there are not many people. Of course, we take breaks for mum to relax but the more pregnant you are the harder it gets 😉

Here are some photos from the maternity session.

Now I’m looking forward to meeting the little girl!!

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close up of a pregnant belly

If you are thinking about documenting your pregnancy, please feel free to check out my maternity portfolio. 

I offer both location and studio shoots depending on what your preference is. Getting in touch and booking the session after your 20th-week scan is the best time.

If you want to have a chat you can contact me via email or call me on 07577 978246.

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I often start with an idea.
A light, a set, a feeling I imagine could work.

But the real session begins when you walk in.
When we connect, when I listen, when I understand what you need, not just what I planned.

That is where everything shifts.

A portrait session isn’t about fitting you into my vision.
It’s about creating something together, something that feels true to you.

Would you prefer to be guided, or to co-create your session?

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I often start with an idea. A light, a set, a feeling I imagine could work. But the real session begins when you walk in. When we connect, when I listen, when I understand what you need, not just what I planned. That is where everything shifts. A portrait session isn’t about fitting you into my vision. It’s about creating something together, something that feels true to you. Would you prefer to be guided, or to co-create your session?

This photo is from last year.

We look different now. Older, wiser, with shorter hair. We’re in different countries. Life has thrown its complications at us, the kind that don’t get shared on social media. And a photo like this is not possible right now.

So I’m holding on to this one until better days come.

I remember how hard it was to take it. So many bad ones, so much frustration. Me going back and forth from the camera. And then this. The last one. The real one. Laughter out of frustration. Boom.

This Mother’s Day, I’m not thinking about breakfast in bed or bouquets. That’s for the Instagram show.

I’m thinking about the women who wish they still had their mum. The ones who wish they were one. The ones holding everything together while the world posts its perfect mum life, and we all know it’s not real. The ones who are tired, exhausted, overwhelmed, desperate for a break, but with a heart full of love, hanging onto every little moment of joy.

You don’t have to have the perfect day to be a good mother.

Today is about acknowledging us, exactly as we are.

Happy Mother’s Day 🤍

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This photo is from last year. We look different now. Older, wiser, with shorter hair. We’re in different countries. Life has thrown its complications at us, the kind that don’t get shared on social media. And a photo like this is not possible right now. So I’m holding on to this one until better days come. I remember how hard it was to take it. So many bad ones, so much frustration. Me going back and forth from the camera. And then this. The last one. The real one. Laughter out of frustration. Boom. This Mother’s Day, I’m not thinking about breakfast in bed or bouquets. That’s for the Instagram show. I’m thinking about the women who wish they still had their mum. The ones who wish they were one. The ones holding everything together while the world posts its perfect mum life, and we all know it’s not real. The ones who are tired, exhausted, overwhelmed, desperate for a break, but with a heart full of love, hanging onto every little moment of joy. You don’t have to have the perfect day to be a good mother. Today is about acknowledging us, exactly as we are. Happy Mother’s Day 🤍

What’s the main message of Milk Tales?

This was my answer on my very first podcast back in July, before the book even launched. And now, after being featured in Grazia, this message feels more important than ever.

Every story shared helps another mother feel less alone.

Every conversation breaks the silence a little more.

If you’re struggling with breastfeeding, please know: you deserve to be seen, heard, and supported. Your story matters.

Milk Tales available on Amazon

#MilkTales #BreastfeedingStories #MaternalMentalHealth #breastfeedingsupport #postpartumsupport

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What’s the main message of Milk Tales? This was my answer on my very first podcast back in July, before the book even launched. And now, after being featured in Grazia, this message feels more important than ever. Every story shared helps another mother feel less alone. Every conversation breaks the silence a little more. If you’re struggling with breastfeeding, please know: you deserve to be seen, heard, and supported. Your story matters. Milk Tales available on Amazon #MilkTales #BreastfeedingStories #MaternalMentalHealth #breastfeedingsupport #postpartumsupport
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07577 978246

LONDON NEWBORN & MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER

Based in Richmond, I work with families across London to capture life’s most meaningful milestones through portrait photography.