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Newborn sessions are often photographed within the first few weeks after birth, though there is no strict window and older babies are always welcome.

Maternity sessions are usually best booked between 28 and 34 weeks, when your bump is beautifully defined and you are still feeling comfortable. You are very welcome to book whenever feels right for you.

For milestone or family photography, it can be helpful to book once you begin thinking about a session, particularly for weekend dates which tend to fill more quickly.

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Booking your photography session is simple and can be done online. You are also very welcome to email me first if you would prefer to talk things through or have any questions before booking. When you are ready, you can view available dates and approximate session times using my booking system and secure your session with a deposit. Once booked, you will receive your session guide and all the details you need to prepare, with plenty of support along the way.

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Most at home, and studio motherhood sessions last around one hour.

Outdoor sunset sessions are slightly longer at around one and a half hours, allowing time for gentle movement and changing light.

At home family sessions usually last between one and two hours, while newborn sessions are more flexible and typically take between two and three hours to allow plenty of time for feeding, settling and breaks. Sessions are always unhurried and shaped around your family’s pace.

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Outdoor family sessions usually begin around one and a half hours before sunset, allowing time for gentle movement and the best light as the evening unfolds.

Studio sessions typically start between 10:30 and 12:30, though alternative times can often be arranged on request. At home sessions usually begin around 10:30 to 11:00, but I am always happy to work around naps or feeding routines where needed.

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At home photography sessions include travel within 40 miles of postcode SO18 as standard. For locations between 40 and 80 miles from SO18, a minimum spend of £690 applies. Sessions further afield are available on a bespoke basis depending on location and distance, with travel charged at 50p per mile for journeys over 80 miles from SO18.

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I don’t set a fixed number of images, as every session is different and the final gallery depends on many factors, including the type of session and how it naturally unfolds. However, you can expect to receive a minimum of 40 carefully edited images from your photography session to chose from.

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You will receive a small preview gallery within seven days of your session, offering a first glimpse of your images to enjoy while you wait for the full collection. Your complete gallery will then be delivered within four weeks of your previews, fully edited and ready for you to view and select your favourites.

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Sessions will usually go ahead unless there is heavy rain or strong winds, particularly along the coast. Grey skies are not a bad thing at all and often create beautifully soft, moody light that photographs wonderfully. I always recommend dressing for the weather on the day, with layers where needed, so everyone stays comfortable throughout the session.

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Children are wonderfully unpredictable, and that is completely okay. I am very used to working with children of all ages and personalities, and I understand that every family is different.

I have lots of gentle prompts and little tricks to help things flow naturally, and I am also experienced in working with neurodivergent children. Sessions are always tailored to your family. Sometimes that means a more hands off, documentary approach, and other times a little extra guidance and gentle posing helps. There is never any pressure for children to behave a certain way.