Newborn & Maternity

SUFFOLK NEWBORN and MATERNITY PHOTOGRAPHER

Your story deserves to be remembered — the quiet moments, the anticipation, the tiny details that pass all too quickly.

I’m a lifestyle newborn and maternity photographer based in Ipswich, Suffolk, specialising in natural, storytelling imagery for growing families. My maternity sessions can take place in outdoor locations across Suffolk or in your own home, while newborn sessions are gently led and photographed at home in a calm, familiar space.

Whether you’re celebrating your pregnancy or documenting those first days with your newborn, I’ll capture your connection in a relaxed, timeless way — creating images that feel honest, emotive and true to you.

A family of three sitting on a beige couch in a living room, with a large green plant in the background, and a large window letting in natural light.
A family of three, a woman, a man, and a newborn, in a warmly lit room. The woman smiles and looks at the man, who is holding the newborn in his arms. The woman gently touches the newborn's forehead. The scene exudes happiness and tenderness.
A happy couple walking hand-in-hand along the beach with the ocean in the background, the woman shows her pregnant belly.
A young boy and a baby sleeping on a soft beige blanket, noses touching in a gentle moment.
A tabby cat lying on a bed with a family of four blurred in the background.
Family sitting on a sofa in a bright living room, holding a newborn, smiling and enjoying a happy moment.
A sleeping baby laying on a bed next to a large teddy bear with pillows around them.
A sleeping baby with a white headband featuring a large bow, lying on a bed with white bedding and surrounded by black and white striped and solid pillows.
A bearded man with tattoos on his arm and chest lying on a couch, holding a sleeping baby on his chest, with eyes closed.
A sleeping baby lying on a cream-colored blanket on a bed with pillows in the background.
A young child lying on a bed with striped pillows, wearing a patterned sweater.
A baby lying on a white bed wearing a white outfit, with pillows in black and white stripes and solid colors in the background.
Pregnant woman standing on the beach with the ocean in the background
A close-up of two adult hands gently holding the small hands of a child, with the child wearing a button-up shirt.
A newborn baby sleeping on a padded surface, wearing a long-sleeved shirt and pants, in black and white.
A peacefully sleeping baby lying on a textured bedsheet, wearing a long-sleeved, light-colored, striped onesie.
Close-up of a baby's hand resting on a soft surface, wearing a gray sweater with white trim.
A sleeping baby with a white bow headband, resting on a soft surface, surrounded by pillows.
A close-up black-and-white photo of an adult hand holding a newborn baby, with the baby sleeping peacefully. The adult's fingers have small tattoos, including a heart and an 'X'.
A couple sitting on a couch, looking at a newborn baby, in a bright living room with large windows, pillows on the couch, a potted plant, and a side table.
Adult holding a sleeping baby with one hand on the baby's head and face.
A close-up of a person's hand gently holding a baby's hand, with a soft, neutral background.
A pregnant woman, a man, and a young boy walk along a beach holding hands, enjoying a sunny day near the ocean with sand dunes in the background.
A baby sleeping on a bed with a Christmas tree in the background.
Close-up black-and-white photo of a baby's nose and part of their face, with focus on the nostril and surrounding skin and hair.
A couple sitting on a bed holding a newborn baby, with framed pictures on the wall behind them and a black wall-mounted lamp to the side.
A person holding a sleeping baby in their arms. The baby is wearing pajamas and peacefully resting.
A couple dancing on a sandy beach with grass dunes and a cloudy sky in the background.
A woman is holding a sleeping newborn baby while a man and woman lean in towards each other, touching foreheads, in a cozy bedroom with a tufted headboard.
A family of four, including a mother, father, young boy, and newborn baby, sitting together on a bed, with a cat nearby, in a cozy indoor setting.
A family sitting on a couch in a living room, with a woman and man holding a newborn baby, smiling, and looking at the baby.
A couple stands on the beach facing the ocean, with the woman visibly pregnant, during cloudy weather.
A couple stands in a kitchen, smiling as they hold a newborn baby. The scene is warm and intimate, with a window providing natural light.
A baby sleeping on a white bed with black and white striped pillows, wearing a white outfit and a large white bow on their head.

ABOUT NEWBORN SESSIONS

Your newborn bubble is such a special time, and it’s a true honour to be invited into it. For newborn sessions, I will send you my newborn guide and make a note of your estimated due date. Once your little one has arrived safely, just let me know and I’ll offer some available dates to get your newborn photoshoot booked in.

Sessions usually take place within the first 14 days, although if you need a little longer to recover, we can arrange a date that feels right for you. Some families prefer to have their newborn session later, often around 8 weeks, and this works beautifully too.

My sessions take place in the comfort of your own home, where you and your baby can feel completely relaxed and at ease. There’s no posing — I focus on capturing natural newborn photography and real moments as they unfold. If you prefer a studio setting, this can be arranged at an additional cost.

Each session is baby-led, allowing plenty of time for feeding, cuddles and changes. Sessions typically last around two hours, and I bring along a small selection of optional outfits and blankets for you to use if you wish.

Around 1–2 weeks after your session, you’ll receive your private online gallery via email. Depending on which package you choose, you’ll select your favourite images and I’ll prepare your final gallery in full high resolution — ready for you to treasure forever.

AFTER YOUR SESSION

Request a copy of my Newborn Guide

YOUR INVESTMENT

My sessions typically last around two hours, allowing plenty of time for cuddling, feeding, changing and resettling. If we run over, that’s absolutely fine — sessions are completely baby-led.

All sessions include full use of my blankets, accessories and baby basket should you wish to use them. If you’d prefer to keep things natural and minimal, that’s perfectly fine too.

Newborn Pricing

    • 10 fully edited digital images

    • Online password protected gallery

    • Option to upgrade and purchase extra images

    • Full access to all my blankets/accessories

    • £50 deposit required at time of booking

    *Discounted maternity sessions available

    • 20 fully edited digital images

    • Option to upgrade and purchase extra images

    • Online password protected gallery

    • Full access to all my blankets/accessories

    • £50 deposit required at time of booking

    *Discounted maternity sessions available

    • Unlimited downloads of ALL edited images (minimum of 60 images)

    • Sneak peaks within 48hrs

    • Online password protected gallery

    • Full access to all my blankets/accessories

    • 10% off any future session that takes place within 1 year

    • £50 deposit required at time of booking

    *Discounted maternity sessions available

A couple sitting on a bed holding a newborn baby, looking at the baby lovingly in a cozy bedroom.
Book your newborn session

As a mum myself, I know just how precious that baby bump is and how quickly this chapter passes. I never had a maternity session when I was expecting, and it’s something I truly regret — which is why these sessions mean so much to me. They’re not just about the bump, but about capturing the emotion, anticipation and excitement of what’s to come.

My maternity sessions can take place at home or on location and are completely relaxed, natural and focused on bringing your vision to life. If you prefer a studio setting, this can be arranged for a small additional cost.

During the booking process, I’ll offer guidance on what to wear for your maternity photoshoot so you feel your best on the day. I also have connections with trusted dress-hire brands and can help arrange something bespoke if you'd like to include a hired piece in your session.

I also offer Bump to Baby packages, which combine your maternity and newborn sessions and offer a saving compared to booking them separately. Scroll down for more information.

ABOUT MATERNITY SESSIONS

Request a copy of my Maternity Guide
A pregnant woman standing on a beach with a hand on her belly, and a child touching her belly, with ocean and sky in the background.

YOUR INVESTMENT

Maternity sessions usually last around 1 hour, collection 3 galleries take slightly longer as we take a larger amount of images during the session. I love to get creative with maternity sessions and hear all about what you envision for your session and bringing this to life.

Maternity Pricing

    • Online password protected gallery

    • 10 fully edited digital images

    • Option to upgrade and purchase extra images

    • £50 deposit required at time of booking

    *Discounted newborn sessions with maternity packages

    • 20 fully edited digital images

    • Option to upgrade and purchase extra images

    • Online password protected gallery

    • £50 deposit required at time of booking

    *Discounted newborn sessions with maternity packages

    • Unlimited downloads of ALL images for up to 6 months (minimum of 60 images)

    • Sneak peaks within 48hrs

    • Online password protected gallery

    • £50 deposit required at time of booking

    *Discounted newborn sessions with maternity packages

A pregnant woman and a man walking hand-in-hand on the beach near the water, both smiling and looking happy.
A woman and two children playing on the beach near the ocean on a cloudy day.
Book your maternity session

My Bump to Baby package is the perfect way to capture your journey into motherhood — from the excitement of pregnancy to those first precious weeks with your newborn. Being invited into your “baby bubble” is something I never take for granted, and it brings me so much joy to document these moments

By booking both your maternity and newborn sessions together, you not only secure your dates in advance, but also save compared to booking each session separately. Two sessions, one beautiful story — celebrating every part of your journey into motherhood.

For Collection 2 & 3 of my Bump to Baby packages, a complimentary mini pregnancy announcement session is included.

BUMP TO BABY SESSIONS

A happy couple embraces in a field during sunset, with the man touching a pregnant woman's belly and both smiling with foreheads touching.
A happy family, including a woman, a man, and a newborn baby, sitting on a couch in a well-lit living room with large windows and houseplants, sharing a joyful moment.

YOUR INVESTMENT

I always recommend booking your Bump to Baby sessions in sooner rather than later to ensure availability, although I sometimes have last minute availability I would be devastated if I had to turn anyone away.

Bump to Baby Pricing

    • 20 images across 2 galleries

    • Online password protected gallery

    • Option to upgrade and purchase extra images

    • £75 deposit required at time of booking

    • Saving of £70 when purchased

    • 40 edited mages across 2 galleries

    • Complimentary mini pregnancy announcement session

    • Online password protected gallery

    • Option to upgrade and purchase extra images

    • £75 deposit required at time of booking

    • Saving of £70 when purchased

    • Access to ALL edited images across the 2 galleries

    • Complimentary mini pregnancy announcement session

    • All Option 3 gallery perks

    • Online password protected gallery

    • £75 deposit required at time of booking

    • Saving of £70 when purchased

A woman and a child lying on a blanket outdoors, looking at ultrasound photos.

Gift
Vouchers

Photographs of children and a newborn baby, with text for a photography gift voucher and gift certificate from Gemma Wythe Photography, along with contact information.

I also offer beautifully presented Gift Vouchers, available for any amount starting from £25. Each voucher is posted to you and comes with a separate envelope, ready to be gifted to your loved one.

Enquire

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Yes I am fully insured, including equipment too. I always bring back up equipment on the session.

  • I recommend booking your newborn session as early as possible — ideally after your 20-week scan. This allows me to reserve your estimated due date as a “soft” booking. Once your baby arrives safely, just send me a message and we’ll confirm a date for your session.

    Newborn shoots usually take place between birth and 14 days old, but if you need a little longer to recover, we can schedule the session for when you feel ready. Sessions can also take place at any age, capturing babies alert and their first smiles is just as beautiful.

    All newborn sessions take place in the comfort of your home, but if you'd prefer a location session, just let me know and we can explore some suitable options together.

  • I usually recommend contacting me after your 20 week scan and then we will book your maternity session for when you’re around 28–34 weeks. By this stage your bump has a lovely shape, and you’ll hopefully still feel comfortable enough to move around and enjoy the session.

    That said, every pregnancy is different, so we can always tailor the timing to suit you and your bump.

  • Sessions can take place either in the comfort of your home or at an outdoor location we choose together. I know lots of beautiful spots across Suffolk, and I’m always happy to help you find the perfect setting for your session.

  • Around 2–4 weeks after your shoot, you’ll receive a soft proof gallery where you can view your images and choose your favourites depending on your selected package.

    After you’ve made your selections, I’ll complete the final edits, remove the watermark, and deliver your images in full high resolution for you to download and treasure.

  • I always recommend choosing outfits that feel comfortable and natural. Keep things simple and avoid bright colours, large logos or busy patterns, as these can be distracting in photos.

    Soft, neutral tones work beautifully and photograph well together. Try to pick clothes that complement each other rather than matching exactly — this really does make a difference to the final images.

    I offer a styling guide within my maternity and newborn guide’s to give you a bit of guidance, but if you need any assistance please do drop me a message!

“She took the time to really understand my vision, and somehow brought it to life even better than I imagined”

—P & B—