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Studio Newborn Photography – Covid-19 Safety measures

As a London newborn photographer hygiene and safety in the studio have always been a top priority for me.

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1 So what about now? What are the Covid safety measures?
2 What about a studio newborn session?
2.1 Can I book my newborn session?
2.2 New Policies for Covid safety measures

If you have worked with me before you will probably know already the well-being of your baby has always been put first. If I woke up the morning of the shoot with a bit of a cold or if my daughter caught a nasty bug that could be passed down I always rescheduled and postponed the session.

At the beginning of the Corona breakout, I closed my studio about 10 days before the government guideline because I was genuinely worried about my little clients’ safety. You can read my FB post here.

So what about now? What are the Covid safety measures?

From 1st of June outdoor sessions have been allowed. These are perfect the situation for families with older babies, toddlers and busy children who love running around and having their freedom. Being in the open space of a park will allow me to stay at the social distance required: I actually use a long lens so I am 4-5 meters away from my client.

behind the scene during a child outdoor session. Photographer distant as a covid safety measure

What about a studio newborn session?

From the 15th of June, the photography studio will reopen as per government decision. So maternity sessions or baby sessions are welcome but for newborns it will be early July (4th) following the 5-step plan and the relevant recommendations to reflect Covid safety measures.

Can I book my newborn session?

  • There will be only one session per day in the studio (this was the case pre-Covid too) and only close family can attend. Extended family or pets are now allowed in the session for now.
  • Limited shoots are available. Only 2 newborn sessions per week to give the time to clean and sterilise properly all.
  • My style of photography has always been very simple so it will work perfectly now with no use of props and limited contact with baby.
  • After the session clients will review the photos through an online gallery

New Policies for Covid safety measures

  • Stay vigilant. If you or your child are developing symptoms or just feel unwell (even mildly) before your session, please contact me as soon as possible to reschedule. I understand this may be an inconvenience, but it is of utmost importance that I do not allow a virus into the studio at this time due to the vulnerable condition of my other clients. Of course, I will do the same. The session will be postponed without any additional fee.
  • The studio will be thoroughly clean before your session and cleaned and ventilated after the session.
  • Antiviral products will be used paying special attention to those “high touch” areas like door handles, light switches, sofa, bathroom, floor and sink.
  • Surfaces which cannot be cleaned with bleach or alcohol-based products will be cleaned using steam.
  • Blankets and other material used during the session will be washed after the session.
  • I used to offer a little snack with tea and coffee. It is safer if you take a snack with you as unfortunately, they will no longer be available. Bottled water will be provided.
  • I will be using a face mask during the session as well as a clean apron so the baby won’t be touching my clothes. I will be wearing fresh clothes and they will get washed straight afterwards.
  • My hands will be washed before touching the baby and hand sanitiser will be used throughout the session.
  • Please wear fresh clothes as well, clothes that you have not worn throughout the day or on a previous day.
  • You will be asked to wash your hands upon arrival. Hand sanitiser is available. Also, tissues are provided if you need to sneeze or cough. I recommend you wash your hands on leaving the studio too.
  • I use Dyson Pure Hot+Cool that keeps that uses advanced technology to purify the air and captures 99.95% of microscopic allergens and pollutants

  • There isn’t much space in the studio so it would be great if you can leave your buggies and prams at home/car and just take the baby in with the car seat.
Photography studio based in London being sanitised with steam
steaming a piece of delicate fabric used in newborn photography in my London studio

It’s natural to feel worried the coronavirus and this whole situation. I hope this blog post answered some of your questions.

I understand how important this photo session is for you as time passes very quickly, but I also hear your concerns about the spread of the virus and wishing to protect your family. So I’m doing my best to take all precautions to ensure my client’s safety as well as my own.

Please have a look at my newborn portfolio to see the simple style of my photos and if you have any other concerns don’t hesitate to get in touch.

You can reach me via email vale@photographybyvalentina.com or on 07577978246

Here are a few images of my studio.

beanbag in the white studio -London newborn photographer Valentina
newborn photography studio in london richmond
coffee area - newborn photography studio richmond
white fabrics used during newborn photography session
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There are things we feel as mums that we never say out loud.

The little things we feel but never put into words, the hopes, the fears, the tiny memories that slip away faster than we expect.

One day our children will want to know our story too. The real one. The one written from the heart.

Letters to My Baby is a free space to keep those thoughts safe.

A little journal you can fill in whenever life slows down for a moment.

Something to treasure now and pass on later.

Comment Letters and I’ll send you the link to download it 🤍

Would you consider to write a letter to your little one?

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There are things we feel as mums that we never say out loud. 
The little things we feel but never put into words, the hopes, the fears, the tiny memories that slip away faster than we expect. One day our children will want to know our story too. The real one. The one written from the heart. Letters to My Baby is a free space to keep those thoughts safe. 
A little journal you can fill in whenever life slows down for a moment. 
Something to treasure now and pass on later. Comment Letters and I’ll send you the link to download it 🤍 Would you consider to write a letter to your little one?

Being behind the camera is my natural place and stepping in front of it always feels a little strange.

I often take self portraits, not just to see myself differently but to remind myself what you feel when it is your turn. The wobble, the overthinking, the instinct to hide. All of it.

But this portrait was taken by someone else, the incredible Charlie Gray @charliegraystudio. Trusting another person to photograph me and my story felt new and slightly uncomfortable, yet also freeing.

And it reminded me why I love what I do.

Because I understand how vulnerable it feels.
I know what it is to want to look like yourself and not a performance of yourself.
I know the tiny shift that happens when you finally relax and let yourself be seen.

Women deserve photos that feel honest, gentle, and true. Photos that show the person behind the roles and the noise.

If you have been thinking about stepping in front of the camera again, even after years, I hope this feels like a small sign. 🤍

Do you like being photographed, or do you absolutely avoid it? I am curious.

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Being behind the camera is my natural place and stepping in front of it always feels a little strange. I often take self portraits, not just to see myself differently but to remind myself what you feel when it is your turn. The wobble, the overthinking, the instinct to hide. All of it. But this portrait was taken by someone else, the incredible Charlie Gray @charliegraystudio. Trusting another person to photograph me and my story felt new and slightly uncomfortable, yet also freeing. And it reminded me why I love what I do. 
Because I understand how vulnerable it feels.
I know what it is to want to look like yourself and not a performance of yourself.
I know the tiny shift that happens when you finally relax and let yourself be seen. Women deserve photos that feel honest, gentle, and true. Photos that show the person behind the roles and the noise. If you have been thinking about stepping in front of the camera again, even after years, I hope this feels like a small sign. 🤍 Do you like being photographed, or do you absolutely avoid it? I am curious.

It’s so easy to slip into comparison, especially online.

But comparison steals the joy from your own journey.

Check in on others with kindness,
and check in on yourself with the same softness.

Wishing you a slow, nurturing weekend. 🤍

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It’s so easy to slip into comparison, especially online. 
But comparison steals the joy from your own journey. 
Check in on others with kindness,
and check in on yourself with the same softness. Wishing you a slow, nurturing weekend. 🤍

You deserve to be in that memory!

Your kids don’t care about your hair, your arms, or the outfit you think isn’t flattering.

They care that you were there.

One day, long after that outfit is gone and the kids are grown... the photo of you hugging them will mean more than you can imagine.

So no, you’re not getting out of the frame.

And trust me, you’ll be glad you didn’t.

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You deserve to be in that memory! Your kids don’t care about your hair, your arms, or the outfit you think isn’t flattering. They care that you were there. One day, long after that outfit is gone and the kids are grown... the photo of you hugging them will mean more than you can imagine. So no, you’re not getting out of the frame. And trust me, you’ll be glad you didn’t.

Some moments only happen once.

The quiet before baby arrives, the way you hold your bump without thinking, the way your partner holds you.

You don’t get this chapter back, but you can keep a piece of it, in your heart and on your walls.

Maternity photos aren’t about perfection, they’re about remembering how this season felt, the anticipation, the softness, the start of everything.

If you’re expecting and already feeling how quickly time is moving, I’d love to help you hold onto this part of your story. 🤍

I’m taking maternity bookings for 2026, and I have a some availability left for this year too.

#londonmaternityphotographer #maternityphotoshoot #londonmaternity #Photographybyvalentina

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Some moments only happen once. 
The quiet before baby arrives, the way you hold your bump without thinking, the way your partner holds you. You don’t get this chapter back, but you can keep a piece of it, in your heart and on your walls. Maternity photos aren’t about perfection, they’re about remembering how this season felt, the anticipation, the softness, the start of everything. If you’re expecting and already feeling how quickly time is moving, I’d love to help you hold onto this part of your story. 🤍 I’m taking maternity bookings for 2026, and I have a some availability left for this year too. #londonmaternityphotographer #maternityphotoshoot #londonmaternity #Photographybyvalentina

We often think of kindness as something we give to others, but it also lives quietly in the spaces between us, in patience, in listening, in how we see one another.

Every time I photograph someone, I’m reminded how powerful kindness can be.

A gentle word, a reassuring smile, or simply making someone feel seen can change the whole energy of a moment.

This World Kindness Day, let’s remember that kindness doesn’t have to be loud or grand. Sometimes it’s in the way we speak to ourselves. Sometimes it’s in the way we see another person, really see them.

Be gentle, with yourself and with others. It matters more than you know.

#worldkindnessday
#londonphotographer #londonportrait
#empoweringwomen #photographybyvalentina

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We often think of kindness as something we give to others, but it also lives quietly in the spaces between us, in patience, in listening, in how we see one another. Every time I photograph someone, I’m reminded how powerful kindness can be. A gentle word, a reassuring smile, or simply making someone feel seen can change the whole energy of a moment. This World Kindness Day, let’s remember that kindness doesn’t have to be loud or grand. Sometimes it’s in the way we speak to ourselves. Sometimes it’s in the way we see another person, really see them. Be gentle, with yourself and with others. It matters more than you know. #worldkindnessday #londonphotographer #londonportrait #empoweringwomen #photographybyvalentina
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VALE@PHOTOGRAPHYBYVALENTINA.COM

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.