Maternity Photographer London
“You are pregnant and you are powerful.
You are bold and you are beautiful.
Go forward in your boldness, in your beauty and in your connectedness.
Trust your body to birth and know that the collective power of women worldwide will be with you.”
Right here is where your most extraordinary journey unfolds! This is your very own miracle in the making.
I'd Love to Be your London Maternity Photographer and Capture this Beautiful Chapter For You.
You are on an incredible journey, creating a new life and expanding your family's love. It's a time when words often fall short, and emotions run deep.
The bond between you and your precious baby growing inside you is a profound experience, one that can only be fully understood once it’s felt.
This isn’t just about your growing bump, it’s about the unspoken connection you share with your partner and the excitement radiating from your children. It’s a blend of anticipation, love, and togetherness, and these moments deserve to be immortalised in every frame.
If you’re looking for a maternity shoot in London, I’d love to help you capture this special time with elegant, timeless photographs that tell your story.
Your Experience
Every maternity photoshoot is designed to make you feel:
- Radiant and Beautiful: You’ll see your inner glow reflected in every photo.
- Empowered: Feel confident and proud of your journey into motherhood.
- Connected: Cherish the quiet moments with your baby, your partner, and your growing family.
Whether it’s the tender touch of your partner or the wonder in your toddler’s eyes as they feel your belly, these small but powerful moments are beautifully captured in your maternity photos, leaving you with meaningful, timeless photographs to look back on for years to come.
Many of my maternity clients return for their newborn photoshoot, allowing us to capture the full story, from bump to baby, with the same calm, timeless style.
Read the blog post: The Importance of Maternity Photos
Every story begins with a simple conversation.
Why Choose a Maternity Photoshoot in London
Celebrate your body’s strength and beauty.
Capture your growing family's love and anticipation.
Create timeless keepsakes for future generations.
Celebrate YOU.
A maternity photoshoot is more than a photoshoot, it’s a way to pause and honour this fleeting, transformative chapter.
As your London maternity photographer, I tell your story through elegant, natural images that preserve these moments with heart and authenticity. And once your baby arrives, you can continue your story with a newborn photoshoot, creating a beautiful visual journey from pregnancy to those first precious days together.
It’s about creating portraits that speak of love, anticipation, and connection, photographs that will remind you how powerful and beautiful you truly are.
A Personal Story
You know, I don’t have many photos of my own mother when she was pregnant with me.
I often wish I had more glimpses into that beautiful time.
But there’s one special photo I hold dear: she’s decorating the Christmas tree (I was born in January), with my older brother by her side.
In that moment, they weren’t just preparing for Santa’s arrival. They were eagerly awaiting someone even more significant and precious.
I cherish that image because it tells a story, the very beginning of my story.
And just like that photograph does for me, the images we’ll create during your London maternity photography session will tell your child’s story too. They’ll remind you of the incredible strength of your body, the profound bond you share with your partner, and the undeniable beauty and grace that resides within you.
If you’d like to reflect on this further, I’ve shared more thoughts in a blog post on whether maternity photos are worth it, a gentle read for when you have a quiet moment..
Ready to Create Timeless Memories?
Let’s create meaningful photographs that speak to your heart and soul for a lifetime.
Your journey into motherhood deserves to be captured, celebrated, and cherished.
Your story is unfolding beautifully, let’s capture it together.
Maternity Sessions start at £290 – capturing memories that last a lifetime.
Not ready to book yet?
Start by downloading your free Pregnancy Journal down below
We had a maternity session, we loved the experience,
everything was so calm and relaxed
even if there was also my 4 years old son
that wanted to play with everything.
She took amazing photos and we felt comfortable in her studio
despite I hate being in front of the camera.
Highly recommend!Client Testimonial
Maternity Photos
A glimpse into the radiant strength and beauty of the women I’ve had the honour to photograph.
Every maternity photo below was taken in my Richmond studio.
My Gift to You
Pregnancy is such a powerful chapter, full of emotions, changes, and quiet moments you’ll one day want to remember.
To help you pause and reflect along the way, I’ve created something special for you a beautifully designed Pregnancy Journal to capture your thoughts, feelings, and milestones before your baby arrives.
Whether or not you book a session, I’d love for you to have this keepsake as a companion through every kick, craving, and late-night daydream.
A space that’s yours to slow down, connect, and start writing the first pages of your baby’s story.
Best Time to Book Your Maternity Photoshoot in London
The ideal time to schedule your maternity session is around your 20th week of pregnancy. This gives us plenty of time to plan your session with intention and secure your preferred date in my calendar.
Most expecting mums feel their best between 25 and 32 weeks of pregnancy, during their 7th month. Your baby bump is beautifully round, and you’re likely still feeling energised and comfortable. It’s the perfect window for capturing this unique stage of your journey.
Before your photoshoot, I invite you to visit my Richmond studio. We’ll chat over a cup of tea, explore the wardrobe, and get to know the space where your story will unfold. If an in-person visit isn’t possible, we can connect by phone instead.
You’re welcome to include your partner, children, or even your pet. These connections bring warmth and authenticity to your maternity portraits, turning the experience into a beautiful memory for your family to treasure.
A maternity shoot is about more than how you look, it's about how you feel.
Here’s why a photo shoot for a pregnant woman is more than just a bump photo
Every mum’s journey is unique, and I’d love to help you capture yours in a way that feels completely natural.
Maternity Sessions start at £290, capturing memories that last a lifetime.
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This is what happens when you book a newborn session with me.
You come to my studio. Maybe you’re tired. Maybe you’re overwhelmed. Maybe you’re wondering if this is worth it. Maybe all of the above!
You arrive, I welcome you in, offer you tea, and we slow down.
I guide you gently through everything, so you can just be present with your baby.
I capture the tiny details. The yawns. The way your family looks at this new little person. The love that’s already there.
And then picture this! A few weeks later, something arrives at your door.
Not just digital files. Not just photos on a screen.
But a beautiful album, designed for you, ready to hold and show your child one day.
That’s the difference between a photo session and what I create.
It’s not just about capturing moments. It’s about preserving them in a way that lasts.
Your newborn days are fleeting.
But this? This stays forever.
Ready to create your family’s heirloom?
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I know what you’re thinking. “I’m not ready.” “I “don’t have anything to wear. “I’ve got phone photos already.”
I hear this often, and I understand. But here’s what I’ve learned after photographing hundreds of pregnancies: the bump photos you almost didn’t take are the ones you’ll wish you had.
Phone photos are lovely for tracking changes.
They’re practical, quick, real.
But maternity photography is different.
It’s not about documenting the bump.
It’s about capturing how this moment feels.
The tenderness. The anticipation. The strength of your body preparing for everything to change.
When you walk into my studio, there’s no pressure to look a certain way or feel a certain way.
We move slowly.
We breathe.
We create something that’s entirely yours.
Simple. Real. Timeless.
These images aren’t meant to live on your phone or hidden in a folder.
They’re meant to be printed, displayed, and one day held by your child as they learn the beginning of their own story.
If you’ve been thinking about a maternity shoot but haven’t taken the step, let this be your sign.
Your future self will thank you.
If you’d like to chat about your maternity session, DM me or click the link in my bio. I’m here to answer any questions and help you feel confident about this.
Your story deserves to be seen.
#londonmaternityphotographer #londonpregnancyphotographer #londonpregnancyphotos
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Today is World Mental Health Day, and I want to say this gently: you don’t have to have it all together to be worthy of care, love, or rest.
Motherhood, creativity, business. They all carry invisible weights sometimes.
It’s okay to set them down for a moment.
It’s okay to just be.
There’s real courage in that stillness.
PS. If this resonates, you might find comfort in my book Milk Tales. A collection of stories about the emotional side of motherhood, and the courage it takes to be honest about how we really feel.
If you need a soft space today, it’s waiting for you on Amazon.
I don’t know who needs to hear this…
but monthly bump selfies aren’t going to give you the maternity photos you’ll wish you had.
I said what I said.
If you’ve been thinking of settling for phone snaps, please don’t.
Those selfies are lovely for tracking changes, but you deserve more.
Swipe through to see what to do instead
And if you’d like something to help you pause and reflect during this journey, DM me “journal” and I’ll send you my free Pregnancy Journal to download.
When you’re ready to capture the feeling, not just the bump,
let’s create something timeless together.
PS: Don’t wait too long, you’re not pregnant forever 😉
Being brave doesn’t always mean being loud.
Sometimes, it means walking into a space where you’ll be truly seen,
even if your confidence is shaky,
even if your jeans don’t fit,
even if you almost cancelled.
That’s the kind of bravery I witness every day in my studio.
Women choosing to show up, not because they feel ready, but because they know it matters.
If that’s you too…
I’d be honoured to hold that space for you.
Empowering sessions for women, mothers, and those coming home to themselves.
#londonportraitphotographer #feelingbrave #empoweringwoman #womenportraits #womenover40 #selfacceptance
Some clients book me once.
Others come back again: when baby is in their belly, and again when they’re in their arms.
Some return for baby milestones or second babies.
That’s the trust I never take for granted.
“Valentina is a credit to her work and what she does and also what she caters towards. I booked both the maternity & newborn photography with Valentina and the end result was amazing. She is so relaxed and professional. She is amazing with newborn babies and so gentle. I cannot recommend Vale enough.” - Chloe
From bump to baby, these are more than photo sessions.
They’re soft pauses in time.
Moments of connection, calm, and care.
Want to see what this could feel like for you?
Reach out to book your maternity or newborn session or both
