I’d been looking forward to meeting Lyra. I got to spend time with her parents when her big brother came in a couple of years ago, so it was lovely to welcome them back.

a newborn baby girl wrapped in lilac, wearing a headband and sleeping in a nest prop with lilac flowers

One of her mum’s friends had bought her a vest that says “Though she be but little, she is fierce,” which is perfect for her. She is indeed a dinky little lady. I haven’t seen the fierce side yet but I suspect it’s in there.

For her newborn session she was as easy as they come, perfectly happy to be gently moved through a range of props and setups. Her mum had requested the newborn nest, which made me very happy as it’s one of my favourites, and of course the lilac vintage florals were an obvious choice. Dark wood and lilac. Always a good combination.

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.