Choosing the right newborn photographer is crucial to ensure you capture precious moments with your newborn. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

1. **Start Early:** Begin your search well before your due date. Many newborn photographers are booked months in advance.

2. **Research:** Look for photographers in your area. You can use search engines, social media, or ask for recommendations from friends and family.

3. **Check Portfolios:** Visit the photographer's website or social media profiles to review their portfolio. Pay attention to their style, the quality of their work, and if it matches your preferences.

4. **Read Reviews:** Search for client reviews and testimonials. This can provide insights into the photographer's professionalism, reliability, and the overall experience.

5. **Safety First:** Ensure the photographer has experience with newborns and is well-versed in safety procedures. They should know how to handle and pose infants safely.

6. **Meet in Person or Virtually:** Schedule a meeting with the photographer, either in person or through video chat. This will help you get to know them and discuss your ideas and preferences.

7. **Discuss Pricing:** Clarify the photographer's pricing structure and what's included in the packages. Make sure there are no hidden costs.

8. **Ask About Equipment:** Inquire about the photographer's equipment and whether they have props and accessories that you'd like to use in the photoshoot.

9. **Location:** Decide if you want the photoshoot in a studio, at home, or on-location. Discuss your preferences with the photographer.

10. **Availability:** Confirm the photographer's availability around your due date and any flexibility in case your baby arrives early or late.

11. **Contract:** Review the contract carefully. Ensure it outlines all the terms, including the number of photos, editing process, delivery time, and usage rights.

12. **Insurance:** Check if the photographer has liability insurance in case of any unforeseen accidents or damages during the photoshoot.

13. **Ask Questions:** Don't hesitate to ask questions about their experience, the duration of the photoshoot, and how they handle fussy babies.

14. **Post-Production:** Understand the photographer's approach to editing and retouching the photos. Make sure it aligns with your preferences.

15. **Personal Connection:** Trust your instincts. Choose a photographer with whom you feel comfortable and connected. A good rapport can result in better photos.

16. **Flexibility:** Consider the photographer's ability to accommodate your specific requests or ideas for the photoshoot.

17. **References:** Request references from past clients to get a sense of their experience working with the photographer.

18. **Book Early:** Once you're satisfied, book your photographer as soon as possible to secure your preferred date.

Choosing the right newborn photographer involves careful consideration and research. Ultimately, you want someone who not only produces beautiful photos but also provides a safe and comfortable experience for you and your baby.

Aryan came in for his newborn photography session and did so well, he slept so well and we also managed to get a few images with open eyes. We had a good chat and his mum was super helpful and really enjoyed the session. Go down and look and see that he even gave us a smile. Adore a newborn smile, it really makes my day so much better.

With my light studio, soft lighting and white noise to keep the calmness in the room. Like I always say try to come with calm emotions and leave the stress and nerves at the door. If you keep calm your baby will be calm and more likely to sleep better.

The best is If your little one is asleep when arriving, I will then slowly place your bundle on my big soft bean bag and slowly undress him/her and hopefully your little star keeps sleeping so I slowly can star capturing straight away. With simple posing and wraps and outfits I will gently move your little bundle.
I will ask for your hand to join in a few times and soon have you lean in and give your little snuggle a kiss and cuddle. I will make sure to capture the tiny details such as tiny toes and lips.

After bean bag and a few cuddles with mummy and daddy it’s time for a basket or two, it will be simple set up but beautiful. I will ask you to sit close to me as safety. Because safety goes first in my studio.

We will finish off with a few photos with you and your bundle in your arms.

Oh, yes I almost forgot to mention if this isn't your first one and your older one/ones wants to join then we will start the session on with sibling photos as it’s good to have that done while they are more interested and also to take away any jealousy or hard feelings. As this little bundle is a new family member and it can be hard to handle for some little siblings. I will make it playful and easy.

Is it worth booking a newborn photo session?:

Booking a newborn photography session can be a wonderful way to capture special memories of your baby's early days. Professional photographers can often create beautiful, high-quality images that you'll cherish for years to come. However, it's important to consider your budget and priorities before making a decision. Some parents choose to take their own photos or wait until their baby is a bit older to have professional pictures taken. Ultimately, the choice is up to you and what you feel is best for your family.

An amazing home newborn photography session. If you live near by and have good space with natural light, yes I can come to you. I will bring as much props with me as I can and will use what you have in your home as well. Such as your sofa or bed, I might need to move a few things around to make it better but I will move it all back again before I leave.

This session was done in the comfort of their home, they had a big and low window in one of their rooms, which was perfect. I placed my bean bag close to the window to get that natural light. For the family photos I used their sofa which was facing amazing big windows with loads of natural light, which helped a lot. It was a really good and quick session. If you book a home session I will be asking you to snap a few photos of the rooms that you think would be the best. That way I can plan out what to bring and what not to bring.

What do you think of these cute photos? Would you want something similar? If so send me a message, head over to their contact page and we will speak soon.
Lots of love
Veronica xx

Simple and timeless white themed maternity photography session with Silvia and her beautiful family and bump. We had a very good shoot with a stubborn 4 year old, her daughter who wasn’t that impressed and happy to have her photos taken, she was more interested to play with her toys she had with her. With a shy personality it wasn't super easy but we did manage to capture a few with her. Which I am happy about.

Maternity sessions are slots for up to 2 hours to have time to change outfits have a chat and a drink and snacks. We will keep it simple but very beautiful. If you want to have your makeup done in studio by a professional please let me know and I will book that in for you. It’s an extra cost of £60 but it’s so worth it.

There are plenty of dresses and outfits in the studio closet to use but of course bring your own and the top advice is to have black and white/nude underwear with you.

The best time to have your shoot done is when you are 30-36 weeks pregnant. I hope to see you very soon for you own Maternity photography session.

Lots of love
Veronica x

This cake smash photography session was a super success, she dived into the cake with her whole face and oh wow she enjoyed it. It was super fun to see her enjoy it and have some fun. She made a real mess and even tired to pick the cake up.

It was a great shoot with the natural pink tones and beautiful new backdrop. I love this backdrop as the tones of cream and pinks comes through so nicely. Her outfit and bow made it even better and of course her cute little face. I will always plan out the whole setup of decor and cake with you and make sure it’s perfect for you and your little super star. The session can take up to 2 hours with a splash moment at the end in my vintage bath bowl, which she also enjoyed and did splash a little. Which of course is allowed.

If you’re looking to book a session and want the photos done and delivered for the little ones birthday I highly recommend to have the shoot done two weeks before to make sure there is enough time to have the photos done and delivered and for you to use them. I recommend to book you shoot at least a month in advance to give us enough time to plan your setup and also to make sure I have a slot left.

I hope to hear from you soon. xx

Did we get a smile, oh, yes we did. Another beautiful newborn photoshoot in my studio in Ealing. I love their soft skin and tiny toes, I still can’t believe sometimes that this is my job and I get to capture these tiny little babies and give their parents wonderful life long memories in photos that they can keep and give to three little ones in the future. Siblings are always welcomed into my studio and are definitely included in every shoot. They get to be proud sister/brother and get to hold and cuddle their little precious baby.

The fine art album is very popular among my clients as we make it together and can be costume with text like pomes, messages for them in the future or just their birth details. It’s also super good quality and a good size to keep in the nursery room or on the coffee table.

My studio is a timeless white studio but the question I do get sometimes is if I do pop in some other colours and yes I do, if the parents wants me to then yes there is loads of different blankets, wraps and hairbands in different colours to enjoy. I always recommend to have a lot done in neutral colours to keep the focus on your little one and not the outfit and colour but I do love to add a little plash of colour into the gallery as well.

I can't wait to hear from you and to have you in my studio as well and I hope that you like what you see.
Lots of love
Veronica x

Gorgeous little baby girl, an absolute perfect baby photoshoot. Her two sibling did an amazing job to help me out and keep their little sister happy and sleepy. They of course had a little fun in the studio as well.

It was a super fun shoot with lots of love and smiles. She almost looks like a little doll, so peaceful and I can tell you she slept through the whole thing and was a delight to work with.

The newborn slots are going quickly and I can’t wait to create more magic this year.
I hope you had an amazing start to your new year.

Lots of love
Veronica x

All the Christmas Mini Photo Sessions are now done and they all came out perfect. Here is Mila a super cute little girl with loads of smiles and energy. She did so well, did you have your Christmas photos taken? It’s a great way to have a good photo for your own Christmas cards.

Meet little James, he came in for his newborn photo session and behaved so well. We managed to get some really good photos and I adore his hairstyle.

We had a wonderful day in my studio with his parents and kept it simple but yet beautiful. Simplicity is key for me, less is more and keeping the focus on your little one rather than all the props. The little details as tiny toes and mouth is always captured and loved.

I do adore nature and flowers, so I definitely don’t mind adding flowers or greenery into the photos. If your interested in a newborn photo session I do recommend to book your due date in as soon as possible to be guaranteed a slot.

Don’t hesitate to contact me.

Amira-Rosa was a little girl with a cute smile that came with her mother and aunty to have her photos taken. Amira did so well, she was so happy and smiled from time to time. She really loved being nude and showing off her cute chubby thighs and tummy. I adore the chubby thighs and the chubby cheeks, just want to touch them. The session didn’t take more than an hour and we used some headbands and my super soft body outfit. Some mother and baby photos and her alone.

It was a pleasure capturing her and her mother. A young mother of only 21 years old, it was nice to see how a young parent can do so well and have so much support around her, we had a good chat and a laugh.

If you’re interested in a timeless baby photo session don’t hesitate to contact me.

Meet Arlo a cute little 4 months old boy. They came into my studio the first time when he was 11 weeks for his first Christmas shoot and he has just been back from a baby photography session in my studio. With my popular white theme look. I love the white theme, it keeps the focus on your babies face and will suit any generation and home.

Arlo came in in a good mood and was a happy little guy and also teething so his hands were so yummy and we had to work a little to keep them covering up his cute little face. He did so well and we were done in an hour, which is great. He looked so good in the white soft body that I have in the studio in a few sizes. It’s a very simple body but yet so cute.

Having your babies’ photos taken is so important in my opinion, they grow so fast and you want to have at least a few really good quality photos that you can hand up on the wall and adore. It is popular for my clients to do their maternity, newborn, baby, and then a cake smash session to cover the whole year. Of course, many are coming back a few years later with the second or 3rd bump and we do it all again but with a sibling as well. I love having the whole family coming to my studio and yes dads are always welcome they should get their hair done to put on a white shirt and come and join us.

It’s memories for life. x

Twins are very special and they will always have each other. A newborn twin photography session might sound scary and nerve-wrecking. But don't you worry I got you.

When you arrive in my studio I will have it all warm and cosy with white noise in the background. A table with tea coffee and cold drinks and healthy and a little unhealthy too, choose whatever you like. A sofa to sit in and feel free to put your legs up. I will ask for help if needed otherwise feel free to rest a little.

If you have older children then sibling and family photos will be the first thing we shoot to have your older child/children done while they are happy and interested and then focus on the little newborns. I will take most photos of them together but I will also capture them separately. The little details such as hands, feet and lips will be captured and adored.

Even if they are awake it's fine as long as they don't cry. I do recommend staying calm and relaxed as a parent because the kids can sense how you feel and if you're worried they may struggle to sleep.

Which of these photos is your favourite gone? Share below.

The cake smash photography trend is growing quickly in the UK and London. Why book a cake smash photography session?

I would say it´s a perfect way of getting photos for your invitations for the little once first birthday to send out to the loved once. Or why not book the session on your little once actual birthday and come into the studio and celebrate it with a messy fun time and let you little one get as messy as it could be. Also now with Covid and us not being able to travel as easily it's perfect photos to see to your family abroad.

The session can take up to two hours with the splash setup at the end. I am always including a few family photos to start of with if you want to. With a simple white background for the timeless look and also perfect for those photos you want to frame up and hang in your home. After that is the moment to set up the last little details for the cake smash. Your little bundle will get to sit down without the cake to see how they do and give your little star a moment to adapt. When she/he is ready then I will bring the cake out and let the messy begin, yay.

Book your session today and make fun memories. x

I had the great pleasure of having little Leo in my studio. A cute little poppy of 8 months with a very happy mood and he did so well. I must say his bowtie was the best. Such cute little Christmas detail that made the photos 100 times better. What do you think?

Having family photos and photos with your furry friend is absolutely amazing in my opinion, they are always welcome and they will give that little extra fun in the studio. If you booked or are booking a photo session and have a furry family member consider bringing them along.

This Christmas mini photo session was very special because he was so cute and friendly. Would love to meet him again next year.

Merry Christmas to you from me and a Happy New Year. x

When the thighs are chubby and the smiles are coming that’s a perfect time for a baby photography shoot.

I believe that photos can transport you back in time and remember those tiny toes, let me create some timeless photos to go in generations.

Visit my studio for a timeless photo session including family and sibling photos as well as your newborn or baby. This offer is for babies up to 1 year old.

There are outfits in my studio for the little one and hot/cold drinks and snacks will be served for you. The session can take up to two hours with the focus to capture timeless photos that will go well in any album, wall frame and home for generations to come.

It’s on offer for only £99 including 4 high quality digital images. Fully retouched with love and lots of experience.

Warm regards

Veronica

Little little Diana came in with her two parents, she was a tiny baby of 2.4 kg. The soft skin and the newborn smell can take my breath away, one of my favourite parts with newborn session holding them and smelling them. They are so perfect and can really stop the time for a moment. That’s why it’s important to capture that moment so when you look at your wall frame or print you can go back in time and remember those beautiful moment and those tiny feet, legs and feel the smell coming back. Oh, if you wonder yes I do have moments of wishing for more kids of my own, but I am very happy with my two I have.

We kept the shoot simple and timeless with the white and simple posing and styling. It was a very calm session and she did so well, I am very proud of Diana.

We had a wonderful session even if we had to have a few little cuddles and took 4 hours, it was a pleasure and lots of fun. A newborn session can take 2-4 hours and that’s normal, there is always time for a feed and a cuddle to keep your baby happy and calm.

It’s a calm session in my home studio with snacks and drink to keep us happy. More photos from other clients are coming soon. xx

Holly came over to my studio to have photos taken of her and her baby girl. We had a really good time and spent a good time together. We managed to get some amazing photos and we are doing another shoot soon. Yay, I can't wait to see them again.

Holly is a very strong mother who is working full-time and doing great with her social media. It's amazing to see a woman who is working hard for herself.

Are you thinking of mother and baby photos? If so send me an email at info@bumblebeephotography.co.uk

Shéa came in with his wonderful parents for a newborn photography session. He was already a little older than what we recommend but he did well. We managed to capture a few very wonderful photos.

They wanted a natural and light look, with white. I love the simple white backdrops with babies and families. It just keeps the focus on them and not everything else. What colours would you go for?

Shéa slept and was also awake for a few images, he is a really cute baby and I hope to see him again in the future.

Newborn sessions are now getting booked up and my slots are running out, if you're looking for a newborn session don't hesitate to contact me and book in your due date. I hope to hear from you soon. x