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.

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

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

The first maternity session for the year was Sakiko, she reached out to me just before the lockdown to have her maternity session done. I am so blessed to be the one getting to capture her beautiful body and journey to become a mother for the first time.

I am amazed at how relaxed and calm she was, anything from how she feels and to labour she said that I am sure it will be fine, I don’t have anything to compare it to so I am not worried. It’s true we just have to follow our body and do our best. Our body is after all designed to give birth and we are lucky to live in the part of the world where healthcare is fantastic.

We had a wonderful session that we started up in my studio and then took a short little walk into the park and captured some outdoor photos for her. My studio is just a few meters away from a big park and golf course with a lot of green areas and places to photograph at. I can’t wait for the spring to come along and be able to go out and shoot there more often.

If you are pregnant and are looking for an outdoor photo session I am here for you, I would love to book you in and make magic happen and yes you can have both studio and the outdoor if you wish and there is no extra charge for it.

I hope you will enjoy the images below and the dresses she is wearing in the studio are from my studio closet ready for you to use if you like.

Colour or Black and white, which is your favourite?

Do you see the ute curls? I love Martin’s curls. The most interesting is that his parents aren’t blond at all. It has come from further back genes in the family.

It was worth the wait and the nap. Martin came into the studio with a grumpy mood and wasn’t too happy to have photos taken. This can happen of course, he is the boss of my work, if he cries and clings to mum after a few tries to capture anything nice, it’s time to rethink. After a few minutes of talk and finding out that he woke up very early that morning. Which has turned the schedule around for him and he was now tired earlier than normal. We decided to have mum feed him and get him to sleep for an half an hour.

I am very glad that we decided to give him a nap because wow it did wonders, he sat down and tasted the cake and was very concentrated and we only had a few smiles but it doesn’t always need a big smile to make the photos come out good. He did so well in the end and the parents were so delighted and happy that it turned out well in the end.

I always recommend for parents to stay as calm as they can because the child will sense your stress or anxiety. A calm mum equals a calm baby they say. At least for the most of the time.

How would you decorate your baby’s cake smash, would it be all pink or blue? or would you go for something different? Please comment below.

FLASH SALE

The second lock down is here and I want to offer a special unique offer until the end of the year.

50% Discount on any of my packages until end of December. It can be a maternity, newborn, baby, cake smash or a family photo session.

Send me a email at Info@bumblebeephotography.co.uk or visit the contact page.
Warm regards
Veronica

Super cute little Imaan, who did so well during the shoot. We managed to capture some very special images that his parents will adore forever and ever, which is my goal. The beauty of images and it’s memories and they are worth so much for us. Make sure to keep them safe and don’t let them get dusty on only a USB stick make sure to buy a wall frame and hang them up in your home to see everyday. It will make it so much more powerful.

We went for a simple look of white and solid blues, that would go well in their home and to keep the focus on Imaan. I am very happy with how they turned out. He had the most gorgeous hair and was for the most part very relaxed. I love the simplicity in simple colours. We didn’t use that many props this session which is fine, there is no need to use loads of props, even if I love all my props.

Let me hear what you think and if you are due soon get in contact and we can plan your perfect photo session. Love Veronica x

Cake smash sneak peek here we go, I know we are going into a new lock down and yes I am closing my studio on Thursday so I will be sharing ma latest work and I do have a few left to retouch and give some love to and share with you guys.

I wanted to say that if you have a baby that will turn one in November and wants a cake smash session I am taking bookings for December and forward and are hoping that it will happen and the lock down won’t be longer than 4 weeks, fingers crossed. If you are having a baby in November I am booking your due date in and we are hoping that we will be able to shoot your little baby early days in December. They might be a few days older then what we normally would like. There is always a way of capturing cute photos even if they are a bit older so don’t hesitate to book in your due date we will make it happen. Keep hope up and fingers crossed.

Lots of love from me and enjoy your evening. x

TO PREPARE A POSTPARTUM SURVIVAL KIT!!!

I ran out of everything fast (what the hospital provided at least) and had to try telling my husband (while he was going to every store in the area) what Happy Nunny Healing Pads  (because these were MUST HAVES). All that frustration while in pain and exhausted to my soul!

I advice you TO NOT skip out on a Postpartum Care Kit. It’s not that hard to put together either. I have put together an Amazon List  with items recommended by the hospital.

You will also run out of those guazy, ugly as heck but amazing disposable underwear the hospital gives you, or they may give you none if you are unlucky. Save yourself the trouble and buy your own postpartum maternity (post-surgical) disposable underwear just like the hospital has.

The hospital also gives you this cheapo little bottle to squirt warm water down there every single time you go to the bathroom called a peri bottle with a nozzle specifically designed to be held upside down, giving you much more control with each use.

Also, the hospital provided Happy Nunny Healing Pads to place directly on the maxi pad for relief. They are little round (3″) pads with witch hazel and I cannot tell you how much they relieved the burning and itching, so good and make it just a little better.

When you leave the hospital, chances are you will receive Pain Relieving Spray and you will be thankful so thankful.. The nurse told me, “Never forget to use this each and every time you go to the bathroom.” The problem is, that’s a lot of spraying so we had to go out and find two additional cans. Save yourself the hassle and have it ready beforehand! I can’t stress this enough. Another similar spray gaining momentum is Earth Mama Herbal Perineal Spray. It’s a more natural product and I’ve heard raving reviews.

But he most important thing is to Rest! I will say it again yes rest because it is SO important. Take care of yourself. It’s okay if the laundry doesn’t get done and the house is a mess, it’s fine you just had a baby. Let yourself watch Netflix. Make yourself take naps (even if naps aren’t your thing). This is your healing and recovery time. Make it count as much as you can and please ask for help.

I hope this was a little helpful.

Brenda’s children where so lovely and full of energy and curios. It was a little bit more of a challenge to keep them still but we did it and wow they are so cute. Love the photos we got. I will share more with you soon.
Hugs from me to you x

It is a really nice being back in the studio full-time again. I have been waiting a bit longer then some other photographers. It’s a great feeling to be able to create these stunning images for the parents and for their future to adore. I love this image, she is so cute and has so much hair. I hope you love this sneak peek as much as I do. The remaining images will come shortly for you.

The perfect picture taken at the perfect moment, she smiled :) I don’t think you understand how happy both me and the parents where when I managed to capture it. Wow moment, such a happy moment, perfect Newborn photography session. She did so good and I am so honoured to be the one capturing this little moment.

This picture is a image that will be a favourite for a long time. Are you due soon and want to make sure to try to capture a moment like this?! Don’t hesitate to give me a shout and see if we are a good match to make these happen.

I love the purple with the grey colour, it looks so good with her skin tone. It’s so important to choose colours based on the little once skir tone and hair colour to make it pop and give it some contrast. I love the natural colours and will always start off with more earthy props and looks but I love to finish of with something more bold and colourful. The importance in choosing colour and props is also to know how your home looks like and colour paletts. If you want to frame it up and hang it up what colours would work and suit your home. So there is a lot of preplanning to get the images perfect for you and your family.

She is just to cute, I can’t handle it. I could have had her in my studio all day, she slept so good and where a perfect little model. Her parents where so happy and we managed to have some good moments with small talk and laugh a lot.

Happy New Year from Bumblebee Photography to you and your family!

Thank you for this year and all the support and all new and old clients coming to me and trusting and wanting my service. I am so grateful for all the support and love and I so love my work and can’t wait to next year and be able to grow more and get bigger. After a year with a move of country and rebranding the business I am now more then ready to make it grow and make memories for you and your family.

The little cute baby boy below is Louie a little boy who came with his parents to my studio for a newborn session they got as a gift. I love when friends and family books a session as a gift, it’s such a great gift and so appreciated. Louie is the first for his parents and are so loved and he was a little surprise for him. He did so well during the session and we got some magical images for them to love forever and share with their friends and family. I always recommend to order wall frames and get the images up on your walls and not only stuck on a usb stick or your Facebook.
The feeling of framing them up on your wall and see them daily and adore them daily is priceless. It makes such a difference and even for your child growing up seeing these lovely images it’s so nice. I am sure that there will be questions regarding the images such as is that me? How old was I? Where did you do this? Oh I was so cute?

Framing the images up is so important in my opinion.

Happy New Year to you and your loved once.

Merry Christmas to you and your family. Let me share a few images from a newborn session. His mother came in with him for a newborn session in my studio. We had a great time and the rest of the family came closer to the end of the session to wrap up with some sibling and family photos. Everyone did so well and was very patience. I had the pleasure to getting to capture all their children newborn photos and I am so happy about it and you can see that they so look alike which is so much fun.

A newborn session is such a special session, it’s so much love and happiness and of course tired parents, but that’s fine too. Everyone did so good and all I can do is wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday to you Happy Birthday Dear Ivano-Kiala Francisco. Happy Birthday to you! Yay!

First smash the cake session in the new studio, oh yes so exciting and fun. We had a great time, and yes I noticed a few things that I could change in the storage to make it better for you. I am so happy that Ivano-Kiala came with his beautiful family and with his older sister who was so well behaved. A family from Angola with very well behaved children and a very fun family. He had a great smile in the begging of the session. They added some family photos to their session so we started of with some wonderful family images and a few of his sister alone.

We moved over to the smash the cake session shortly after and it took a few minutes to get the decorations up and perfect for them, what do you think of the decorations? Do you like it minimal or more wild and a lot of decorations and colour?

Ivano-Kiala was enjoying the cake so much that he didn’t have tim to smile, he just ate and ate and experimented with the textured of the buttercream. It was a pleasure to watch it all happening and how much he enjoyed it. The best part for him was the bath at the end, yes the wonderful time in the little bath tub was so good and wow he cried when we got him out to get him dry and dressed. It have to come to an end one day. He splashed so hard that some of the decorations got ruined, but that’s fine. It gave us cute photos so definitely worth it. So if you come and your little one is splashing hard don’t be worried about it. As long as there is no tears and cry then I am more than happy.

The cake for this session was completely egg free cake which is something we can do. The cake is done by Buttercream Daisies She is a great baker and she even dropped it of for me, that little extra service that I just needed that day. If you ever need a cake contact her, she wont disappoint you.