They really do grow up in the blink of an eye… even if the nights feel very long
Everyone says it — “it goes so fast.” And you nod, exhausted, wondering how anything can go fast when you’re counting feeds, managing tears (theirs and yours), and trying to remember the last time you drank a hot cup of tea.
But one day, you’ll look up and that tiny curled-up newborn will be wobbling their way across the living room, babbling actual words, and somehow fitting into clothes that look suspiciously grown-up.
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The newborn days are raw and tender
A strange mix of blur and beauty. And while we can’t slow down time (or magically get them to sleep through the night), we can gently pause the moment and preserve it.
Fuzzy skin, curled toes, sleepy stretches, those little milk-drunk faces — they’re fleeting. But together, we’ll quietly document them. No big lights, no pressure, no stiff poses — just calm, cosy, real-life moments you’ll want to hold onto forever.
Session Types
Maternity
Capture that sliver of time where you grew a freaking human and your world changed in more ways than you can count!
Fresh 48
Capture your bub when they're still super fresh (within the first 48 hours). These sessions are more documentary style and much less posed. Depending on the location of your birth these fresh 48 sessions can be done at home or in hospital.
Newborns
Newborn sessions are done in the first few weeks (usually between the 48 hour & 6 week window) and generally in the comfort of your home, but can be done anywhere.
Combination Packages
Combination packages can be used towards: Maternity, family & fresh 48 sessions within 12 months.
(E.g. newborn session & 1 year session)
Combination packages can also be a mix of studio session & big wide world. 15% will be taken off the combination.
Kind Words
My Family and I had an absolutely wonderful experience having our newborn family photos taken. Dani is polite, friendly and professional and a pleasure to work with. The photos captured are amazing! 10/10 Thank you Dani
Kendal
Dani photographed my family for my Mum’s 60th. The photos are amazing and we are all so happy with them! Dani was great to work with and created a relaxed vibe. My siblings and I all had so much fun together and we cannot recommend Dani enough!!
Conlan Family
Dani visited us in hospital the day after having our son Archie and I am so glad she did! It’s a little daunting inviting someone into your newborn bubble, but Dani made us feel so comfortable. She has given us some beautiful, timeless photographs of our son which we will treasure forever.
Mills Family
Frequently Asked Questions
Hiring someone who has experience with children, can remain calm and roll with the punches (because kids be kids) plus having little tricks (without the bribery) is the key!
It’s a super easy process, get in touch, and I’ll send you an invoice & the paperwork; you pay the booking fee & sign the contract, and we’re locked in!
I find it best to get you and the family into a desirable position, then give the kids little games & things to do while I am taking photos. This lets moments unfold and allows those natural moments.
I absolutely can, I have a good handful of locations that I can recommend. I also have my little Sunbury studio which will be opening in April 2024.
Try to dress everyone in a colour palette (I’ll send examples in my family guide) and avoid bold patterns and large logos. Dress the kids in things they can move in, and dress yourself in something you’re comfortable in (i.e. if you don’t like dresses, don’t wear a dress!)
I doubt not in different prices bring different amount of images. I want you to have all the images so the two packages are for a studio session (in my in home studio in Sunbury) and then a Big Wide World session (anything outside of the studio).
Both contain 50+ images.
I aim to have back within 4-6 weeks but sometimes in peak times this can take a little longer.
We have several different options.
- Ride with it (we can’t control the weather) and stick with the original location (this usually isn’t my go-to with young kids, especially if it’s cold).
- ride with it but change location
- We will reschedule and have our fingers crossed for better weather.
My biggest advice here is to let the kids be kids. I find using bribes or demanding kids do certain things usually backfires, and you end up with the biggest grump face. If they need to do running laps around you or go for an aeroplane ride, let it happen.