Natural & Timeless Newborn Photography with Valentina, Your London Newborn Photographer
Those first few days with your baby are a blur of love, wonder, and sleepless nights and they pass far too quickly.
As a Richmond & Southwest London newborn photographer, I capture this precious chapter with simple, timeless images that reflect the real beauty of your baby and the connection you share as a family. Many parents first come to me during pregnancy to capture their maternity shoot it’s such a be autiful way to begin your baby’s journey.
Your newborn session is calm and unhurried, designed entirely around your baby’s rhythm.
No fancy props or distractions, just gentle, authentic moments that celebrate your baby’s natural perfection.
Every photograph tells a story of love, trust, and tenderness.
My aim isn’t just to create beautiful images, but to give you an experience that feels peaceful and memorable.
One you’ll look back on with the same warmth as the photographs themselves.
Many parents tell me their session feels more like a calm pause than a photoshoot.
"Watching you keep her calm and happy was as soothing for me as it was for her.
I started using those movements at home, giving me some confidence where I had none before.
It helped us get some extra hours of sleep too. I wasn’t expecting that from a photo shoot."
- Rachael -
When to Book Your Newborn Photo Shoot
The best time for your newborn session is within the first two weeks after birth, when babies are still tiny, sleepy, and naturally curl up in those beautiful newborn poses.
As a London newborn photographer, I always encourage parents to book during pregnancy, ideally around the start of the third trimester. This ensures your session is reserved, and we’ll simply adjust the date once your baby arrives, no rush, no stress, just flexibility.
If your baby is already here and those first two weeks have passed, don’t worry. I regularly photograph newborns up to six weeks old, every stage has its own kind of beauty, whether your little one is peacefully asleep or wide-eyed and curious.
You can read more about the best timing for baby photos in my blog post What’s the Best Age to Photograph Babies?
Capturing the Perfect Calm in Your Newborn Photos
Newborn sessions take place in my calm Twickenham studio, a space designed to feel like home, with soft natural light and neutral tones. I create a relaxed atmosphere where you can simply sit back and enjoy the moment while I gently guide the flow.
Whether your baby needs feeding, cuddling, or a quick nappy change, there’s never any rush. My approach is baby-led, and I photograph everything from those sleepy stretches to the quiet, tender looks you share as parents.
Every photo tells your story, real, emotional, and filled with love.
If you’re interested in a relaxed, baby-led newborn photography session in Twickenham,
let’s chat and find the perfect time to capture your baby’s first portraits.
Newborn sessions start at £290
Curious to see what a newborn session looks like?
Explore the gallery below for a glimpse into these early days of love and connection.
London Newborn Photographer
Each image you see here tells a story of love, connection, and new beginnings.
As a London newborn photographer, my style is simple, timeless, and focused entirely on your baby and the bond you share as a family.
Every session is unique and special, no props, no distractions, just genuine emotion and natural light bringing your story to life.
Here’s a glimpse into some of the beautiful newborn moments I’ve had the privilege to capture in my Twickenham studio.
Ready to learn how I create these peaceful, love-filled portraits?
Here’s what to expect from your newborn session.
How long does a Newborn Photoshoot take?
My newborn shoots are entirely baby-led, which means your little one sets the pace. I never rush, and I always follow their lead to ensure they’re calm and comfortable throughout.
On average, sessions last between 1.5 to 3 hours. This gives us plenty of time for cuddles, feeds, and soothing moments in between photos. There’s no pressure or strict schedule, just a relaxed space where you and your baby can settle in and enjoy the experience.
I believe in creating a relaxed, unhurried environment where your baby's comfort and well-being always come first.
Are Parents and Siblings Included?
Absolutely! I always encourage parents to be part of the session. These are your first family photos together, and they will be incredibly meaningful for you and your baby in years to come.
I completely understand that many new mums don’t always feel their best in those first few weeks, but I promise you, every mum I photograph is so grateful they stepped in front of the camera. You’ll never regret having these moments captured. If you’d like a little reassurance, I’ve written a post about why mums should be in their newborn photos , it might give you the gentle nudge you need.
Siblings are very welcome too! If they need a break, they can relax or play in the garden or with the toys I have in the studio, it’s all part of keeping things relaxed and natural.
Do you have Props?
I believe in the beauty of simplicity. My signature style is unadorned, focusing on your baby's pure essence.
I do have a selection of simple props, like soft wraps, tiny outfits, and blankets. But I avoid elaborate props like oversized hats or baskets and flowers. If that’s the look you’re after, I might not be the best fit as your London newborn photographer, and that’s okay.
I work with neutral tones, creamy whites to highlight purity and rich blacks to evoke the warmth and protection of the womb.
For me, “less is more” isn’t just a phrase, it’s my philosophy. If you’re drawn to a natural, minimalist approach, I’d love to create something special for you.
What should I Wear?
I always recommend keeping outfits simple and timeless for your newborn session.
Neutral colours like white, cream, grey, oatmeal, and soft pastels work beautifully. They complement your baby without distracting from the main focus: the connection between you and your little one.
Once you’ve booked, I’ll send you my Newborn Experience Guide with plenty of advice on what to wear and how to prepare. In the meantime, you can explore my blog post: Picture-Perfect Outfits: Tips on What to Wear for your Newborn Shoot
Where is your Studio Located?
All newborn sessions take place in my cosy garden studio in Twickenham, 10 minutes drive from Richmond, south-west London.
I’ve created a serene and calming space, designed for new parents to relax while I gently photograph your baby. I like to call it my “happy white space.” Everything is soft, neutral, and filled with natural light, so you instantly feel calm and at ease as soon as you walk in.
Curious about the space? You can view more photos of my Twickenham studio page.
"We recently visited Valentina for a newborn photoshoot with our third baby, having previously used her services for our two sons.
Each time she welcomed us warmly, made us feel at ease, created a fun and relaxing atmosphere and produced the most beautiful suite of photographs we could have hoped for.
Truly a keepsake and a wonderful way to capture those precious moments forever.
We would highly recommend a photoshoot with Valentina, she is very talented at working with small children and always manages to get the best out of everyone."
-Hannah-
Ready to Begin Your Baby’s First Chapter?
Every photograph tells a story of love, connection, and the start of something new.
If you’re ready to capture these first moments with simplicity and heart, let’s chat.
We’ll plan a relaxed, baby-led session in my Twickenham studio, where you can simply slow down and soak in this fleeting time.
Newborn sessions start at £290
Not quite ready to book yet?
Start by downloading your free Letters to My Baby a keepsake to write down your thoughts and memories as you navigate those early days together.
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It’s been 17 days since I last posted.
I had to check the date because honestly, I didn’t notice. And that’s new for me.
For years, I’ve felt the pressure to show up constantly.
To post multiple times a week.
To be visible. To prove I’m here, I’m working, I’m relevant.
But somewhere along the way, I started asking myself: is there value in posting just for the sake of posting?
If I posted every day saying “book a shoot with me,” I’d bore myself.
So how could I expect you not to be bored too?
There’s already so much noise online. And I don’t think you need mine too.
So this year, I made a choice.
To show up when I have something worth saying. To prioritise depth over frequency. To invest in myself rather than performing for an algorithm.
Since the beginning of the year, I’ve read 9 books.
I’ve studied. I’ve learned. I’ve grown.
And I feel more valuable now than I did when I was posting three times a week just to tick a box.
I’m not saying social media doesn’t matter. It does. Visibility matters.
But so does substance.
So does intention.
So does showing up because you have something real to offer, not because you’re afraid of being forgotten. And Now I’m here to drop this reflection.
I’m still here. I’m still photographing families. I’m still creating work I’m proud of.
Actually I’m more busy than usual.
I’m just not shouting about it every day anymore.
And I’m okay with that.
If this resonates with you, I’d love to hear it.
Because I think a lot of us are tired of the noise.
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
I never thought I`d see my story in Grazia.
But here it is. My journey with breastfeeding. The struggle. The guilt. The feeling of failing. And why I turned all of that into Milk Tales.
When I was breastfeeding, I felt completely alone. I thought I was the only one crying through feeds. The only one who couldn`t make it work. The only one drowning in guilt when I stopped.
But I wasn`t alone. None of us are.
That`s why I wrote this book. To collect the stories nobody tells. The truths we`re all too afraid to say out loud. The guilt, the grief, the pressure, the relief.
Because however you feed your baby is enough. And you deserve to feel supported, not judged.
If you`ve ever felt alone in your feeding journey, Milk Tales is for you.
Available on Amazon (link in bio).
Thanks to @melhunterwrites for listening to me and writing this beautiful piece and @graziauk for publish it.
Read the full Grazia article here: https://graziadaily.co.uk/life/parenting/breastfeeding-guilt/
Tag a mother who needs this.
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Here’s the truth: I guide you into these moments.
I ask Dad to hold baby on his chest.
I invite Mum to step close.
I create the setup.
But the feeling that happens inside that moment?
I can’t create that. That’s all you.
My role is to guide you gently into a space where real emotion can surface. Where you’re not performing. Just feeling.
And that’s what makes these images matter.
Years from now, you won’t remember the direction. You’ll remember how it felt to hold your baby this small. To be this close. To feel this much.
That’s what I capture. Your presence.
If you’d like to keep these early days forever, I would love to create something like this for your family.
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Every newborn session is someone’s once.
That’s why this work is never routine to me.
Every baby makes me love what I do a little more each time.
If you’d like to hold onto the first memories of your family, I’m here for you.
#londonnewbornphotographer #newbornshoots #photographybyvalentina
In the smallest details, whole worlds exist.
A newborn foot becomes a landscape, lines like branches, paths, traces of something ancient and natural.
Macro photography allows us to see what the eye would normally rush past.
These lines will stretch, soften, change.
But right now, they tell a story of beginnings.
If you would like to capture your baby’s story of beginnings, let’s chat.
Based in Richmond, I work with families across London to capture life’s most meaningful milestones through portrait photography.
