This little guy had his photo shoot delayed and was a good few weeks outside the newborn window by the time he came in. As luck would have it, he decided to treat us to a quick nap.

a baby boy newborn sleeping in a wooden bowl with a Peter Rabbit soft toy

I managed to settle him in my giant wooden bowl well enough that he dropped off to sleep, which gave us the chance to create this Peter Rabbit set-up. Peter Rabbit is one of the most popular visitors to the studio, and his appeal makes sense given he’s been around since 1902. That staying power is impressive by anyone’s standards.

At about eight weeks old it’s actually quite unusual for a baby to drop off to sleep in the studio, and even more unusual to stay settled while being moved and posed. I like to think he knew exactly what his mum and dad wanted and was doing everyone a favour.

If you’re a Peter Rabbit family, I now have a full set of Peter Rabbit accessories available to use in sessions. Just mention it when you’re planning your visit.

Want to find out more about the Props that are Available?

Take a look at the newborns and props page for a full rundown of what’s available in the studio, along with ideas for how to use them in your session.

Newborn Photography in East Grinstead

Newborn photo shoots are best when your baby is between 5 and 10 days old. This is when they’re at their sleepiest and curliest, perfect for capturing those beautifully calm and natural images. I recommend booking while you’re still pregnant so we can set a provisional date and adjust once your baby arrives.

Your session takes place in my warm, cosy studio in Crawley Down, designed with your baby’s comfort in mind. Sessions are relaxed and unrushed, and include three digital images of your choice for £95. There’s no sales session, just a private online gallery where you can view and choose your favourites in your own time.