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Newborn Photography in Harlow

Gentle, baby-led newborn photography designed around feeds, cuddles and your baby's needs, never a strict schedule.

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Timeless Newborn Photography for Growing Families

Welcoming a new baby is a huge milestone, and my newborn sessions are designed to be as relaxed and stress-free as possible.

Every session is completely baby-led, which means there's plenty of time for feeding, cuddles, nappy changes and settling whenever needed. There is never any pressure for your baby to sleep, pose or behave a certain way.

My warm and welcoming Harlow studio is fully equipped with wraps, blankets, props and accessories, so all you need to do is arrive and enjoy spending time with your little one.

The goal is simple: beautiful photographs that capture just how tiny and precious these early days really are.

When Should I Book My Newborn Session?

The best time to book your newborn session is during pregnancy, ideally after your 20 week scan.

Your session date is reserved around your due date and then confirmed once your baby arrives.

Newborn sessions are usually photographed within the first 2-3 weeks, but beautiful newborn photographs can still be created with older babies too.

If your baby has already arrived, please don’t worry. Get in touch and I’ll always do my best to fit you in.

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Trusted by 90+ Families Across Harlow and Essex

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Newborn sessions are never rushed and are always tailored to your baby’s needs.

There is plenty of time for feeding, cuddles, changing and settling, and there is no expectation for your baby to sleep or pose in a particular way.

Every session is designed to create a calm and comfortable experience for both parents and baby, while capturing the tiny details and connections that change so quickly during those first few weeks.

✔ All edited digital images included

✔ Relaxed baby-led approach

✔ Props, wraps and accessories available

✔ Warm and welcoming Harlow studio

✔ Trusted by 90+ local families

Your Newborn Session

£425

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What to expect

  • Reserve your session around your due date. We’ll confirm the exact session date once your baby arrives.

  • Soft wraps, gentle posing, and family shots included

  • Warm, cosy studio to keep baby comfortable

  • Private online gallery ready to download within 1–2 weeks

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A young boy playing with a realistic-looking toy dinosaur, surrounded by floating bubbles against a plain white background.
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Why Parents Choose Hibbard Photography

  • Calm, flexible timing around your baby’s routine

  • Natural, baby-safe posing and soft, organic styling

  • Family-friendly studio environment

  • Quick turnaround – images usually ready within a week

  • Siblings welcome (photographed early in the session)

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Newborn Gallery

Newborn FAQ

  • “Our newborn photoshoot was such a lovely experience. Louise made us feel comfortable and the photos of our little boy are incredible.”

    — Katie Rich, Newborn Photography Session

Natural family photography, without the pressure.

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