From Bump to Baby: Why Booking the Same Photographer Matters

One of the most special parts of my work as a maternity and newborn photographer in Auckland is when I get to follow a family’s journey — from a quiet, glowing bump to the moment their baby arrives.

There’s something incredibly powerful about being invited into both chapters. When we’ve already met for a maternity session, you feel more relaxed, more open, and more trusting when I return to photograph your newborn. And that connection? It shows up in your photos in the most beautiful way.

🌿 Familiarity Builds Comfort

Let’s be honest — stepping in front of a camera when you’re heavily pregnant or freshly postpartum isn’t always easy. But when we’ve already had a chance to meet, chat, and connect during your maternity shoot, the newborn session becomes a continuation, not a new beginning. You know how I work, you know I’ll move gently, and you know there’s no rush.

It’s that ease that often allows for more natural, emotive images — especially when you're holding your brand-new baby in your arms.

📷 Consistency in Style & Story

Choosing the same photographer means your final images from both sessions will feel cohesive — not just in tone and editing, but in the way your story is told visually. It’s a seamless transition from bump to baby, with a soft, timeless feel that ties everything together.

Whether you’re printing them for an album or framing them for your home, the images will feel like they belong side-by-side — because they do.

🧸 A Deeper Connection to Your Story

I remember details. The way you held your belly, the way your partner looked at you when you laughed during your maternity session. I carry those little moments with me into your newborn shoot — and they help shape the photos we create together.

There’s a quiet joy in being invited back into your life again, to meet the baby who was once just a curve under your hands.

💛 The Trust You Give Me Matters

It’s a real honour to be trusted with capturing something so personal. I don’t take that lightly. When families ask me to photograph both their pregnancy and their baby’s first days, I feel genuinely connected to their story — and I do everything I can to reflect that love, tenderness and transition in the images I deliver.

📍 Maternity & Newborn Sessions in Auckland (and Beyond)

Most of my sessions take place in and around Auckland, either in my cosy studio or in your home. I also travel — so if you're outside the city but love my style, feel free to get in touch.

Whether you’re planning ahead or just starting to think about photos, I’d love to be part of your journey — from bump to baby and beyond.

💡 Want to see examples of bump-to-baby stories?

Take a peek at the maternity gallery and newborn gallery — you might even spot a few familiar faces who’ve invited me back again and again.