Newborn sessions in Rugby typically last 2–3 hours.
Precious Moments Treasured Forever
Newborn photoshoot in Rugby and nearby Warwickshire — gentle, calm and completely mummy & baby-led. Sessions are relaxed and unhurried, with a natural, timeless finish your family will treasure for years.
I’m based near Rugby and photograph newborns & families from Rugby, Dunchurch, Bilton and Hillmorton, as well as nearby Coventry, Leamington Spa, Daventry and throughout Warwickshire and the Midlands. Travel is usually easier than expected, and parking is available on arrival.
Full studio address and arrival details are shared after booking.
Newborn sessions in Rugby typically last 2–3 hours.
To secure a session, I can pencil in a provisional date around 8–12 days after your due date. Babies arrive in their own time, so we can easily move the date once your little one is here. If you’d prefer, you’re also welcome to get in touch after birth — either way, a quick message in advance helps me keep the right space in the diary for you.
My style is all about calm simplicity and a clean, timeless finish. I focus on gentle, natural newborn poses that feel comfortable and safe, creating soft, serene images that never date. Rather than complicated setups, I keep styling minimal — subtle textures, neutral tones and the occasional delicate headpiece — so the attention stays on your baby’s tiny features.
Families visiting my studio near Rugby love how relaxed the session feels, with plenty of time for settling, feeding and cuddles. The result is an elegant set of portraits that are beautifully consistent and carefully finished.
Wrapped newborn portraits are perfect for creating that cosy, settled look — swaddling helps many babies feel secure and calm, which often leads to those dreamy, sleepy expressions. I use soft, comfortable wraps and gentle layering to create a clean, timeless style, keeping everything warm, snug and baby-led throughout.
For parents travelling in from Rugby and nearby areas, wrapped poses are also a lovely way to begin the session — simple, soothing and beautifully flattering. These images capture the tiny details you’ll never want to forget, with a polished finish that stays classic.
Baskets, baths and bucket poses add a little variety and creativity to your gallery, while still keeping everything soft, natural and timeless. These setups are carefully styled with neutral textures and gentle tones, so they feel elegant rather than “themed”, and your baby remains the focus throughout.
Each prop is chosen for comfort and stability, and I keep posing simple and baby-led — gently settling your little one into a cosy, secure position. I’ll guide you through the flow of the session and take everything at your baby’s pace, creating a beautiful mix of images with safety and calm at the heart of it all.
Fun and heirloom poses are where your session becomes truly personal. This is the space for meaningful details — a sentimental blanket, a handmade cardigan, a favourite teddy, or a small keepsake that reflects your family’s story.
We’ll keep it simple and intentional: one or two items styled thoughtfully, with soft colours and minimal distractions, so the focus stays on your baby. The result is a set of portraits that feel one-of-a-kind, gently playful, and full of meaning.
Black and white newborn portraits have a beautifully timeless feel — stripping back colour so the focus falls on emotion, connection and soft, sculpted light. The result is clean, sophisticated imagery that feels like true artwork for your home.
I love using monochrome for close, intimate compositions: tiny fingers wrapped around yours, baby nestled safely in your arms, and the gentle contrast of skin texture that makes each image feel powerful and honest. These portraits are simple, refined and made to last.
Family and sibling portraits are often the most meaningful images we create — celebrating those first connections between your newborn and the people who love them most. Whether it’s parents close in, a gentle cuddle, or siblings meeting their baby for the first time, these moments quickly become the favourites.
My approach is relaxed and patient, keeping everyone comfortable and supported. There’s no pressure for stiff or complicated posing — just natural closeness, soft direction and a calm pace, so the images feel genuine, warm and beautifully you.
This is a lovely way to celebrate your family’s passions from the very beginning. If sport is part of your story, we can safely incorporate a small, simple prop or accessory into your baby’s setup — whether that’s team colours, a tiny rugby ball, or a special piece of kit that means something to you.
I keep styling clean and timeless so it still feels elegant, with the focus always on your baby. These portraits add a personal, playful touch to your gallery while still fitting beautifully alongside the more classic images.
The arrival of your baby is such an exciting time, and newborn sessions work best when we plan with a little flexibility. Because I take a limited number of sessions each month, availability can fill quickly — so it’s worth getting in touch early if you can.
To make booking simple, there are two options:
1) Provisional booking
I’ll reserve a provisional slot around 8–12 days after your due date. Once your baby arrives, we’ll confirm the exact date — and if timings change, we can adjust.
2) After-baby booking
If you’d rather wait until your baby is here, you’re welcome to contact me once you’ve given birth. I’ll always do my best to offer the next suitable session time, subject to availability.
Babies rarely arrive exactly to schedule, so I’m as accommodating as possible if plans need to move. The aim is a calm, unhurried session that feels easy from start to finish.
I keep pricing simple and flexible, so you can choose what suits your family best.
Your session begins with a single upfront payment for a relaxed 2–3 hour newborn photoshoot in my studio near Rugby, which secures your booking and includes my time, styling and editing on the day.
After your session, you’ll receive a private online gallery to view your fully edited images. From there, you can select your favourites by choosing a digital collection or upgrading with beautifully finished printed products.
Photoshoots are beautifully soft, timeless, and perfect for capturing your baby’s gentle early moments. Book now to reserve your session.
I’m Emma — a newborn photographer and former nursery nurse, and I photograph families looking for a calm, gentle newborn photoshoot in Rugby and the surrounding area. My background in newborn care has shaped the way I work: quietly, patiently, and always with your baby’s comfort and safety at the centre of everything.
Newborn sessions are never rushed. I’ll guide you through a relaxed, baby-led experience with time for feeding, settling and cuddles, so you can simply enjoy the moment. From tiny details to those sleepy, peaceful portraits, my aim is to create a beautiful gallery that feels natural, timeless and full of meaning.
If you’re searching for a newborn photographer in Rugby, I’d love to hear from you.
Why Families Love My Home Studio
My cosy home studio near Rugby is designed to feel calm and welcoming — the kind of space where you can take a breath, settle in, and let the session unfold naturally. For many parents, feeling comfortable and cared for matters just as much as the final images, so everything is set up with a warm, baby-friendly pace in mind.
What makes it easy on the day:
– Peaceful, warm environment – soft light, quiet surroundings and a comfortable temperature to help babies settle.
– Everything prepared for you – wraps, simple props, blankets and changing essentials are ready, so you don’t need to overpack.
– Safety-led approach – gentle handling, clean setup and careful support in every pose (experience matters here).
– Easy arrival – convenient parking available, so getting in with a car seat and changing bag is stress-free.
And if your baby needs extra time for feeds or cuddles, that’s completely normal — newborn sessions work best when we follow your baby’s lead.
I’ve designed my home studio in Rugby to feel calm, warm and welcoming — a space where you can slow down and simply enjoy your baby. As a former nurse and a mum of three, I understand that newborns run to their own rhythm. There’s no pressure for your baby to “perform” — whether they sleep, feed, settle, or stay wide awake, we follow their lead throughout.
Everything is set up to make the session feel easy: gentle light, a cosy temperature, and plenty of time for feeding, changing and cuddles. My approach is always baby-led, with safety, comfort and patience at the heart of every pose and every image we create.
For those curled-up, sleepy newborn portraits, the ideal time is usually within the first two to three weeks after birth — often around 7–21 days. That said, every baby is different, and beautiful images are absolutely possible outside that window too.
If your baby is a little older (up to around 12 weeks), the session simply becomes a little more expressive — more open eyes, stretching, and those early interactions and tiny smiles. The most important thing is choosing a time that feels manageable for you, and I’ll guide you based on your due date and your family’s needs.
Before your session, we’ll have a relaxed chat about the look you love most — from clean, neutral tones to gentle pops of colour. I keep styling understated and timeless, focusing on soft textures and simple setups that won’t date.
You’re welcome to bring one meaningful item if you’d like — a blanket from a grandparent, a small keepsake, or something personal to your family. Used thoughtfully, these details make your gallery feel even more unique without overpowering the images.
Arriving: When you arrive at my studio near Rugby, you’ll be welcomed into a warm, calm space with time to settle in.
The session: Sessions typically last 2–3 hours, giving us plenty of time to work slowly and gently, with breaks whenever your baby needs them.
Your role: Your only job is to relax. I’ll guide everything with a soft, safety-first approach, and you’ll always be close by throughout.
We’ll capture a mix of natural, timeless portraits — from peaceful sleeping images to wide-awake moments and tiny details that change so quickly.
After your session, I carefully edit and curate your images into a private online gallery. Your finished photographs are designed to feel timeless — the kind of portraits that become part of your family home and are treasured for years.
If you’re looking for a newborn photographer in Rugby, I’d love to hear from you.
My newborn sessions take place in my cosy home studio in Rugby, Warwickshire.
If you’d like to chat about a Rugby newborn photoshoot, I’m here to help — whether you have questions about timing, what to expect on the day, or choosing the right package for your family.
Send me a quick message with your due date and a little about the style you love most, and I’ll come back to you with availability and next steps.
