Why Mums Deserve to Be in Newborn Photos Too
When you think about booking a newborn photoshoot, your first thought is probably your baby: how tiny they’ll be, their soft skin, curled-up toes, sleepy yawns. You imagine capturing every delicate detail while they’re still brand new.
But here’s something many new mums don’t consider — you belong in those photos too.
And not just because one day you’ll wish you had them, but because you already deserve to be seen, loved, and remembered right now — just as you are.
“But I don’t feel photo-ready…”
I hear this a lot. “I’m tired. I haven’t slept. I don’t feel like myself. I just want the baby in the photos.”
It’s completely understandable, and if you really don't feel comfortable that's ok, we can still capture photos of you in them without actually fully being in them. Think of babies hand curled up round your fingers, or holding your babies toes tightly. Your still there in the photos but you don't have to worry about directly being in the photos.
The newborn stage is a whirlwind of feeding, healing, adapting, and surviving. You may not feel like the glowing mum from the Pinterest boards — but that’s not what this is about.
You don’t need to look “perfect.” You just need to be you.
And you, holding your baby close in those quiet, connected moments — that’s what makes the most beautiful photo of all.
These Photos Aren’t Just for You — They’re for Your Baby, Too
Think about the way your baby looks at you now. You’re their whole world — their comfort, their warmth, their safe place. Years from now, when they look back at their newborn photos, they won’t care if you have a slight crease in your top, or one little hair out of place.
They’ll care that you were there.
That you were holding them close.
That they were loved beyond words.
That you showed up in that moment, exactly as you were.
Photos of you with your baby are a powerful part of their story — and yours.
Natural, Relaxed, and Completely Pressure-Free
My approach to newborn photography is gentle, calm, and baby-led. We work at your pace — whether that means feeding breaks, cuddles, or simply taking a moment to breathe.
And when it comes to family photos, there’s no pressure to pose. I gently guide you into simple, natural moments: you resting your head against your baby, holding their little fingers, closing your eyes and just being there. Those are the images that hold real emotion — the ones that give you goosebumps years later.
What Clients Often Tell Me After the Shoot
So many mums have said this to me after their session:
“I wasn’t sure I wanted to be in the photos… but now, I’m so glad I did.”
They look at the images and feel seen. They realise how much love they were giving - even on the days when they felt they had nothing left. And they’re grateful to have proof of that deep, honest bond between them and their baby.
You’re Part of This Story — Let’s Make Sure You’re In It
If you’re a new mum (or soon to be), this is your reminder: step into the frame.
If there's something you're not 100% comfortable with, just let me know and we can work around that. Im here to capture the honest, real and best parts of you becoming a new more.
Let yourself be held in this chapter — messy bun, tired eyes, full heart and all.
Because one day, you’ll look back and see not just what you looked like…
but what it felt like to love your baby with everything you had.
And that? That’s worth remembering forever.
Thinking About Booking a Newborn Photoshoot in Nottingham?
I offer relaxed, natural newborn sessions in my cosy Nottingham home studio, where everything is calm, baby-led, and heart-focused. I’ll gently guide you into the frame at your own pace — no pressure, no awkward poses — just connection, love, and quiet magic.
I advise best to secure your newborn shoot during pregnancy as best to guarantee a spot. Within the first 3 weeks in perfect, but don't worry if its after this date. The older your newborn the more we can capture more awake and smiley photos. Your shoot date is completely flexible depending on when little one arrives, and be easily moved back or forward depending on when they arrive.
