Welcoming a newborn is one of life’s most emotional and intimate milestones. Those first few weeks fly by, and there’s nothing more precious than capturing your baby just as they are, tiny, sleepy, and entirely new. While there are many ways to approach newborn photography, a home newborn photoshoot offers a calm, personalised, and deeply meaningful experience.
At Captured by Roxy, I specialise in relaxed, lifestyle photography for families across Peterborough and surrounding areas. But more than that, I bring nearly a decade of experience as a former midwife, which means you’re in caring, capable hands from the moment I walk through your door.
Here’s why so many families choose a home session for their newborn photography, and why they come back again and again as their family grows.
1. Your Home is Where the Heart Is
There’s nothing quite like the comfort of your own home, especially in those early postpartum days. You don’t need to pack bags, wrestle with car seats, or worry about whether you remembered everything. I bring the studio to you white noise, blankets, gentle guidance, and all the calm so you can stay cosy and relaxed.
2. I Understand Babies (and New Parents!)
With nearly ten years as a midwife before I became a professional photographer, I bring not just an eye for light and storytelling, but a deep understanding of newborn behaviour, feeding cues, and how to help everyone feel safe and settled. I’ve supported hundreds of new parents through those tender first days and I bring that same calm, supportive energy to every session.
3. Timeless Images in a Meaningful Space
Photographing in your home means your gallery is uniquely yours. Whether we shoot in the nursery you lovingly decorated, on your family bed, or near a window that fills the room with natural light, every image will tell your story. And the best part? You’ll remember not just what your baby looked like, but how that chapter of your life felt.
4. Relaxed Sessions at Baby’s Pace
There’s no clock-watching here. My home newborn sessions are slow-paced and baby-led. We pause when needed for feeds, nappy changes, or cuddles. Whether it takes one hour or three, we follow your little one’s lead, and that makes for more relaxed, authentic photos.
5. Siblings and Pets Welcome
At home, older siblings can come and go as they please. They’re in their familiar surroundings, with their own toys, snacks, and routines, which often results in much more natural sibling interactions. Even furry family members can join in! One of the biggest joys of my job is photographing babies I met years earlier, now big brothers or sisters when a new baby arrives.
6. A Trusted Photographer for Your Growing Family
Many of the families I photograph first meet me during their baby’s newborn shoot, and I’m honoured when they return again and again. I’ve photographed toddlers I once held as newborns, now proudly cuddling their own baby siblings. It’s an incredible privilege to be part of these stories, to grow with the families I serve, and to capture each new chapter with care and connection.
Let’s Make Something Beautiful Together
If you’re looking for a warm, stress-free, and baby-centred approach to newborn photography and you love the idea of being in your own space, a home newborn session could be just what you’re looking for.
Whether you’re expecting your first baby or adding to your growing family, I’d love to help you preserve these early days in a way that feels natural and true to you.
Click here to learn more or get in touch to book your session. I can’t wait to meet you and your little one, or to see you again if we’ve already met.
Let’s capture memories that will last a lifetime.
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