The day before your newborn session, you’ll receive my options form. It covers all the props and setups available and gives you space to tell me what you’re looking for, any colour preferences, themes, or particular images you have in mind.

a newborn sleeping on a vintage trolley and lilac flowers

It means the studio is ready to go when you arrive, and it gives you and your partner time to look through everything together and make decisions without any pressure on the day. It also lets me show you the full prop range, which wouldn’t really be possible in the studio as there’s far too much and I store it away between sessions.

One of the questions on the form is whether you have a colour palette in mind. This family wanted pinks and lilacs. We started on the beanbag with soft pinks and moved to the prop area in lilacs. The little trolley with the dark wood backdrop was an easy choice. There’s something about lilacs and newborns that always just works.

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.