Newborn and Family Photography - Harpenden

Capturing Precious Moments: Newborn and Family Photography

There are few things in life as fleeting and beautiful as the newborn stage. Those tiny fingers curling around yours, the way they fit perfectly in your arms, and the purest expressions of love shared among your family. As a newborn photographer in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, I know how quickly these moments pass, and that’s why I’m here to help you hold onto them forever.

The Magic of Natural Light

One of the secrets to creating stunning, timeless photographs is understanding light. Natural light is my favorite tool, as it creates a soft, dreamy quality that flatters every subject. Morning and early evening provide the best light, often referred to as the “golden hours.” For newborn sessions, a sunny spot near a window becomes a perfect little studio. Families cuddled together under dappled sunlight or soft shade create warm, authentic images that feel alive with emotion.

When you book your session, we’ll discuss the best time of day and location to ensure your photos reflect your family’s unique connection.

When to Book Your Session

Timing is everything when it comes to newborn photography. The ideal window is within the first two weeks after birth. During this time, babies are still in their sleepy, curled-up phase, making it easier to capture those sweet, peaceful poses. However, it’s never too late to celebrate your little one’s arrival! Lifestyle family sessions are perfect for older babies and showcase the natural bond your family shares.

For family sessions, consider booking around key milestones, like your baby’s first birthday or a special holiday. These moments not only mark a point in time but also serve as a celebration of your family’s journey.

Why Family Sessions Matter

Life moves fast, especially when you’re raising a family. It’s easy to let the days blur together, filled with nappies, bedtime routines, and endless cuddles. That’s why taking a moment to step back and document your family as they are today is so important. Photographs become a legacy for your children—a way for them to see the love, laughter, and stories of their early years.

Imagine your child flipping through an album decades from now, seeing how you held them, how their sibling kissed their forehead, or how they were the center of your world. Those images are priceless.

Tips for a Successful Session

Here are a few tips to make your session smooth and enjoyable:

1. Keep it Simple: Neutral and soft-toned clothing works best. Avoid bold patterns or large logos, as they can distract from the connection in the photos.

2. Prepare Ahead: For newborns, having extra nappies, a favorite blanket, and time for feeding breaks can help keep everyone relaxed.

3. Let the Kids Be Kids: Don’t stress if your little ones don’t want to pose. Candid moments of laughter, curiosity, and even those cheeky expressions often make the most cherished images.

4. Relax and Enjoy: Your family’s love is all that matters. I’ll guide you through poses and moments naturally, so there’s no need to worry about perfection.

Let’s Create Something Beautiful Together

Booking a newborn or family photography session is more than just taking pictures. It’s about celebrating your journey and capturing the essence of your family’s story. Whether it’s those early newborn days or the laughter of siblings chasing each other in a sunlit field, these are the moments you’ll treasure forever.

If you’re looking for a newborn photographer in Harpenden, Hertfordshire, or a family photographer in Hertfordshire, get in touch to book your session. I also offer new baby photographs at home in Harpenden and serve the surrounding areas, including St Albans. I can’t wait to meet your family and help you tell your story through beautiful, heartfelt images.

Magical Snow Maternity Photo Shoot - Hertfordshire & London

Dreamy Maternity Photos in the Snow

Winter is a time for snuggling, cuddling, and family. Maternity and pregnancy photographs captured during the snow and winter season are so magical.

I love these dreamy snowy and romantic winter hues.

I captured these stunning images of Daynor and her gorgeous bump one cold winter’s morning. We chatted all things babies while recording these precious memories of her second pregnancy. Mum was super relaxed and confident in front of the camera and really enjoyed the experience.

The contrast of the pink/ red dress against the snow is simply divine.

Baby Tilly Newborn Session

At Home Newborn Photography in Redborune, Hertfordshire

Winter is for snuggling inside with your little loves near the fire, including this sweet little newborn Tilly. It was so fun capturing this adorable family and playing with little Emily.

In-home lifestyle newborn photo sessions are my favorite, little Tilly will get to look back on these some day and see the home where she grew up and how much her older sister was obsessed with her. Reach out a few months before your due date if you’d like to schedule your newborn session.

Beautiful Breastfeeding Photography in Hertfordshire & London

Giveaway 

We are super excited to launch a passion project to inspire, encourage and celebrate breastfeeding mummy’s. 

We've teamed up with a few amazing local brands that share the same love to support mummies along their feeding journey to host an awesome giveaway. 

Thank you to Kelly and Baby Kate for letting me share these beautiful breastfeeding moments. Please follow Kelly on

@paperexploits for all things baby Kate, fitness and motherhood.

Five lucky mummies will win: 

• A mini portrait session to capture some respectful and beautiful breastfeeding & ‘mommy and me’ images. Plus the photographs from @eviegracephotography

• A gift set of super stylish and comfy nursing bra from www.perkbykate.com

• A well baby appointment with a registered Lactation Consultation from www.momoandbubs.com

• A beautiful organic muslin kimono-style onesie for your little one. Ethically and sustainably made in a Fair Trade and GOTS certified factory, that is also 100% solar powered from www.momoandbubs.com

Prize (worth over $688!):

How to enter:

Please head over to my Instagram to find out the details and how to enter.

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Good Luck and happy sharing

Love Emily x

Family Photography in Hertfordshire

There are many options for Family Photography in Hertfordshire!

Lots of my clients love outdoor photography sessions. During out pre-consultation call we choose a beautiful backdrop from one of the many locations Hertfordshire has to offer. These are some of the best locations for an outdoor family photo shoot.

Alternatively, having a home family photo shoot is a lovely way to remember where you lived in your images. The photographs are a little more intimate and personal, I love photographing in your children in their bedrooms playing with their toys, jumping on their bed or reading a story. Whether you’re looking to capture newborn photography or you simply want to update the generational family portraits, a home session is the perfect backdrop.

I also adore working in the studio! This is where I feel we can really focus on your family portraits with a simple and classic background. The images are somehow more emotional as you are focusing on the expressions, the cuddles and the love in the images. As a studio photographer, I know how to craft the light to capture those perfect picture images you’ll treasure. Plus you don’t have to tidy your house if you come to the studio, which is a bonus! 

Not sure where to hold your next photography session, get in touch and I’ll be happy to talk with you through the options. 

Love Emily xx

Meet the Photographer - Evie Grace Photography

I thought I should introduce myself to those of you that are new to following me. My name is Emily, mummy to Evie Grace and Baby Jack! I set up my business when Jack was still in my tummy (hence I named it after my daughter. Hopefully Jack won’t mind 🤞🏻)

Evie is now 2.5years old and Jack is 7months this week. I love being a mummy and am very blessed to have two rainbow babies. My journey to motherhood was long, emotional and full of ups and downs. But it was all worth it for these two beautiful humans!! I still can’t believe I made them!! I’ve been working in the photography industry for 7 years before deciding it was time to follow my dream and set up on my own business! 

Thank you for visiting my site and I hope my photographs provide you some smiles and joy! Hopefully we can meet in person to capture some beautiful portraits together soon once the Circuit Breaker is over. Until then cuddle you loved ones, be kind to yourself and eat all the yummy cake!

Love Emily xx

Photo Credit Laura Beth Photography in the UK.

Best Photographer in Harpenden, Hertfordshire

Super excited to share that we have been listed as one of the Top Photography Studios. This means the world to me and so grateful to be classed as the Best! 

Currently doing my happy dance now. Thank you for all the support to my lovely clients, friends and family. 

Feeling very blessed! 

Love Emily 

Motherhood Moments - Pregnancy and Newborn Photography

Happy Mother’s Day to all you lovely mummies, grannies and aunties!

I got an email the other day and the subject was ‘Mother’s Day isn’t cancelled’ - it got me thinking that just because we will be spending Mother’s day at home this year doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate!

Being a mummy is a full time job and comes with many magical moments. I hope you get to enjoy spending the day with your family, and your loved ones can spoil you in some small way. Whether it be breakfast in bed, a midday nap, yummy lunch or cake and flowers. Enjoy every minute of being treated, you deserve it!

To celebrate, I reached out to some of the lovely mummies I photographed over the last year and asked them what they enjoyed most about being a parent. I hope you like the feature below and do let me know if any of the answers resonate with you.

Love Emily xx

Mummy Molly, Daughter Berkeley and Baby Griffin.

What is your favourite part of being a mummy? 

The feeling of love that goes beyond anything I could have imagined. Even through tough times, the joy and love for and from my kids remains constant and is something you just have to experience as a mom to understand. 

Do you have a favourite story book you like to read with your baby?

It’s called “Wherever You Are: My Love Will Find You” by Nancy Tillman. I cry every time I read it.

What is the most challenging part of motherhood?

I think it’s that you’ll be pushed beyond your limits in every way. Your true character is tested. But you also begin to find yourself because of this too. I’ve learned so much about myself since becoming a mom. 

If you could go back in time and share one piece of advice to your future self what would it be?

I think it would be to just be in the moment with how things actually are. Before becoming a mom, I had a vision of what it would be like and I had a hard time living up to these imaginary expectations instead of just letting myself and my family be exactly how we are. Now I try to let life flow and it’s a beautiful thing!

What helps you through the day?

All the coffee!! And I have to move my body every day. Sometimes I take the kids, but most times I like to sneak away for even just 20 minutes to walk, run, do a yoga video, etc. I find I’m a much more patient mom and wife when I can release some energy in this way. 

Do you work or are you a stay at home mummy? 

I’m an elementary teacher. I’ve always loved my job because I get to share my joy for learning with young students while they share with me different perspectives of life and the world. We get to learn alongside each other every day. Kids bring a happiness to the world like no one else can and how lucky am I to be surrounded by that positive energy every day?! 

Mummy Charmaine and baby Kian

What is your favourite part of being a mummy? 

Breastfeeding. It's something no one else can do for your baby and it's great forced cuddle time especially for my baby who just wants to crawl around and explore the world. I had major issues with breastfeeding at the start with mastitis that developed into a pus abscess that had to be surgically drained, but I'm glad I pushed through that. No one can provide him with the same comfort. 

Do you have a favourite story book you like to read with your baby?

Our favourite book right now is The Pout Pout Fish. Kian in his earlier months was a very grumpy baby and we received this book as a gift last Christmas. He just learnt to flip pages, so he's more into flipping than listening to us read the book unfortunately.

What is the most challenging part of motherhood?

Not knowing what's the best thing to do for your baby. It's a constant worry every day over the smallest decisions.

If you could go back in time and share one piece of advice to your future self what would it be?

I don't know if I'd know what to say... They say you never can be fully prepared, and it's completely true. If I went back in time and redid the newborn stage again, I think I'd still be lost.

What helps you through the day?

My husband is a godsend.

Do you work or are you a stay at home mummy? 

I used to work as a freelance writer (don't love it but it's pocket money) but it's been hard getting projects because I used to cover events. Pretty much a FTM now

Mummy Renee & baby Neve

What is your favourite part of being a mummy? 

Watching Neve grow up into her own person and watching her personality take shape.

Do you have a favourite story book you like to read with your baby?

“Why I love my grandma” ... the grandmas are very happy to know it’s Neve’s favourite story book! 

What is the most challenging part of motherhood?

 Not being too hard on myself 

If you could go back in time and share one piece of advice to your future self what would it be?

Be kind to yourself!

What helps you through the day?

Sugar, coffee and Neve’s giggles.  

Do you work or are you a stay at home mummy? 

I am working and although it can be hard balancing mom life and work life, I like the challenge and constant learning! 

Mummy Ida,

Aina and baby

Minna

What is your favourite part of being a mummy? 

The feeling of amazement each and every day when I look at my children. The things they are capable of and how they develop every single day.  

Do you have a favourite story book you like to read with your baby?

For my little baby, the favourite book is "The very hungry caterpillar". She loves turning the pages and get her little fingers involved in the story. My big girl Ainas favourite book right now is "Where the wild things are", she loves the monsters and the feeling of being a little bit scared excites her!

What is the most challenging part of motherhood?

THE NIGHTS! or the feeling of not being there enough for them.

If you could go back in time and share one piece of advice to your future self what would it be?

Even though you are not always around they always know who their mummy is.

What helps you through the day?

A lot of coffee, and looking forward to bedtime snuggles. My older daughters arm around my neck and her telling me she loves me  

Do you work or are you a stay at home mummy? 

I’m a full time working mum, I love what I do, but i’m torn every day between work and not spending enough time with the kids. But I believe that work makes me happy and a better mum for it. 

Newborn Photography Harpenden, Hertfordshire

Newborn Photography at home is one of my favourite types of session. The natural daylight at home provides a soft, natural and fresh look to the photographs. We are lucky that we have such beautiful light in Hertfordshire.

During the portrait session, I love to capture the little details of your newborn baby such as their tiny hands and feet, the flakey skin and wisps of hair. It’s these images that I find most striking and emotional.

One of my favourite poses is the daddy holding the baby he is hands and arms. It’s this image that I find you can see the true size of the baby and just how little they are. I love the warm of daddies big hands and arms securely holding the baby and knowing they will always be protected and safe.

Of course, I ensure I capture those ‘must have images’ of the baby alone bundle up looking adorable, the happy new family together, the sibling images, and the new parents with the little baby too.