Motherhood, Maternity and Newborn
From baby kicks to first cuddles, the journey into motherhood is full of fleeting, tender moments. My sessions are designed to slow it all down and capture your story in a natural, relaxed way so you can hold onto the glow, the love, and the little details long after they’ve passed.
No stiff posing, no pressure. These sessions are baby- and parent-led, with plenty of space for feeds, naps, and pauses along the way. Whether we’re chasing golden light outdoors, curled up at home, or capturing those first hours in hospital, my role is to quietly document your story with honesty and care.
Session options
Maternity Storytelling Session — 1 hour
Celebrate that gorgeous bump in soft sunset light or cosy home comfort. No stiff poses — just gentle prompts that highlight the connection and excitement before baby arrives.
Fresh 48 Hospital Session — 1 hour
Tiny toes, new-parent tears, and first family cuddles captured quietly within 48 hours of birth. I work around nurses and naps so you don’t have to move baby or worry about posing.
Newborn Storytelling Session — 2 hours
A baby-led, at-home shoot where feeds, cuddles, and nappy changes set the pace. Honest, tender images with siblings and pets welcome whenever they fancy joining in.
What’s included in every session
Bump-to-Baby Package — 3 hours across two shoots
Two sessions, maternity and newborn, with one consistent storyteller. Lock in dates, save a little, and watch your journey flow seamlessly from glow to tiny toes.
Feeding Mini Session — 30 minutes
Breast, bottle, or both — these quiet feeds fly by quicker than you think. A calm corner, gentle guidance, and natural light capture the tenderness of this fleeting stage.
A gentle, documentary approach — baby-led and parent-focused
Your choice of location: home, outdoors, or hospital (for Fresh 48)
A private online gallery for easy viewing and sharing
High-resolution images ready to print, plus web-sized versions for sharing
Final gallery delivered within 2–4 weeks
Let’s capture your journey
This chapter passes in a heartbeat, but your photographs will bring you back to the glow, the snuggles, and the love whenever you need it. Whether you’re awaiting your little one or already soaking in newborn cuddles, I’d love to capture your story.
Testimonials
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Tia
“I was a bit nervous about having a newborn photo shoot especially with my naughty dog but Jo was so patient throughout, even when the baby needed a change/feed and wind (and general grizzle).
Jo was super helpful in guiding us how to pose, where to look and where to stand etc, something which was very welcomed with our limited experience in having our photos taken.
The photos were sent through super prompt and were easily accessible. The format in which they were uploaded is very professional and the editing on the photos were great. Jo even went one step further in telling me to let her know if I wanted a particular picture edited in a certain way.
A massive thank you for capturing such natural photos of my family, they are pictures we will cherish forever”.
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Laura
“Just want to say a huge thank you for such an incredible experience. You've photographed my journey from pregnancy to a few weeks after the birth of my beautiful baby boy River
and captured some stunning moments that I will cherish forever.
Being photographed is not something I usually feel comfortable with but you helped me feel so relaxed and confident during my beautiful maternity shoot which is such a vulnerable time for Mums to be.
You also helped my partner and mum feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera for our newborn shoot with River. You've captured his innocent gorgeous facial features so well. I can't wait to book you again for future shoots!”
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Lauren
“We can’t thank Joanna enough for taking such beautiful pictures of our little boy for his newborn shoot. The pictures were natural just like we wanted and Joanna made us feel comfortable and relaxed the whole time. We are so grateful that we have these beautiful pictures to look back on! I would 100% recommend”
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Sophie
“Myself and my little girl had a gorgeous mother/daughter/maternity photo shoot in the bluebells, capturing such special moments. My little girl was a little bit hit and miss on the day and Joanna was so calming and patient with her and got the most gorgeous shots of us.
I felt so comfortable and not once did I feel rushed.
I would highly recommend Joanna and her services to others, the photos are beautiful and I can’t wait for her to capture more when we become a family of 4”.
View my work.
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Lucy & Josh’s Baby Shower at Motel Nights
Lucy and Josh’s sunshine-filled baby shower at Motel Nights was full of colour, laughter, and thoughtful touches - the perfect way to celebrate their baby boy on the way.
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Baby Emrys
At home with mum, dad, and big brother Oshian, baby Emrys’ newborn session was filled with love and gentle family moments. A relaxed, storytelling approach captured this special new chapter naturally.
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Lucy & Josh’s Magical Gender Reveal at Wenallt Forest
A dreamy woodland gender reveal at Wenallt Forest , Lucy and Josh celebrated their exciting news with love, laughter, and a cloud of blue smoke among the bluebells.
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Kelly’s Maternity Session in the Studio
Kelly’s maternity shoot combined elegant black-and-white portraits with relaxed lifestyle moments, celebrating the beauty of pregnancy in timeless, natural style.
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Sophie & Lottie in the Bluebells
This session with Sophie and Lottie in the bluebells at Wenallt was so lovely. At 24 weeks pregnant, Sophie wanted to capture her bond with Lottie as well as this next chapter. Relaxed, natural, and full of love.
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Annabelle’s Christening
It was such a joy to capture baby Annabelle’s christening, surrounded by family and friends. A day full of love, pride, and celebration, with moments she’ll be able to look back on for years to come.
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Annabelle’s Newborn Session at Home
Annabelle’s at-home newborn session was full of tender moments with her parents and grandparents - a relaxed and love-filled way to capture the first days of family life.
