logo photography by valentina - maternity and newborn photographer london

5 things I love the most about a Newborn Photoshoot – London Newborn Photographer

I probably mentioned “only” a few times how much I love my work as a London Newborn photographer.

Table of Contents hide
1 I probably mentioned “only” a few times how much I love my work as a London Newborn photographer.
1.1 I can cuddle lots of newborns during photoshoots!
1.2 Baby smiles!
1.3 I witness LOVE
1.4 I like the challenge during a newborn photoshoot
1.5 I help new parents.

I feel pretty lucky to have a job that I love. Not many people wake up in the morning excited about what they are going to do every day. I truly feel honoured when people trust my service with their little babies.

But are you curious to know what do I love the most?

  • I can cuddle lots of newborns during photoshoots!

Part of my job is soothing and comforting babies so they can fall asleep and I can pose and photograph them. Mums love to take a little break and have someone taking care of their baby (quite a few times I get asked if I can get home with them).  I love holding and swinging them, looking at their funny faces . . . it’s like having your newborn every day and the best part is that at the end I give it back 😉

  • Baby smiles!

Oh my days, they are so cute!! Smiles are spontaneous and often occur while the baby is drowsy or during the REM stages of sleep. I can kind of predict when they will throw a little smile from the way they breathe, so I stay there, ready to shoot.

newborn photographer London

  • I witness LOVE

When parents come to me they are surely tired but they are truly in love with their new little baby! I like to photograph baby with mum and dad and when I do that I can see that genuine sparkle in their eye. I see how they keep falling in love with that precious newborn.

newborn photographer london

  • I like the challenge during a newborn photoshoot

I photographed newborns as little as 4 days and also babies of 4 or even 5 weeks old. Every baby is different. I met the super sleepy, the very sensitive, Mr poopy, Miss smiley, the frowny one  . . . and I loved them all! In every newborn photoshoot, I learn something new and sometimes parents learn a bit more about their baby’s personality as well.

newborn photographer London

  • I help new parents.

I think I help parents in different ways:

Firstly I create long-lasting memories. Most of the time I create beautiful albums and frames so they can actually live those moments all over again. I always say that they are not doing these photos for themselves. Parents will surely enjoy those images now but it’s mainly for their children.  One day this legacy will be passed to them. That’s their history!

Secondly, I love being able to offer some advice and experiences from my own daughter (personally and professionally) that might help those new parents. After all, as they say, ” Baby don’t come with a manual”. Even though there are lots of books that teach you how to do things, you might read them during pregnancy and forget all about it when you really need it. And I know that panic feeling “what do I do now?”   I often chat with new moms about the struggles of nursing, calming techniques and more.  Every mum knows what to do, you just need to trust yourself more!

l

I would love to photograph you and your baby. On my website you can read more about my services and see my portfolio. Or for more recent work and behind the scene follow my Instagram account, where I post daily.

I’ll be happy to have a chat with you over a coffee, so feel free to get in touch and we’ll arrange a meet up at your convenience.

Posted in Newborn
0 comments
Add a comment...

Your email is never published or shared. Required fields are marked *

    Follow Me

    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?

    22 2
    Open post by by_valentina with ID 18093842726114846
    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 🤍

    69 8
    Open post by by_valentina with ID 18104950459849691
    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

    24 2
    Open post by by_valentina with ID 18377998924093975
    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
    facebook icon
    pinterest logo

    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.