9 Essential Keepsake Items for your Baby’s Memory Box

cuddly toy lion in suitcase baby's memory box

A new baby is quite possibly the most precious thing in the world and every first thing they encounter will be a special memory.  First smile, first tooth, first giggle. Of course you’ll want to hold onto all those treasured memories but you simply can’t keep it all. Not unless you want your home to […]

Things You Might Not Know About Your Last Trimester

heart shaped hands on pregnant belly

Pregnancy is probably one of the most special times in a woman’s life; 9 months full of anticipation, excitement, surprises and wonder.  You may think you know what to expect, especially if this is not your first pregnancy, but just maybe there are things you might not know about your last trimester. So, let’s go […]

Body Changes During Pregnancy | Samphire Photography

silhouette of two women showing body changes during pregnancy

Firstly, congratulations! If you are wanting to read about how your body changes during pregnancy then I am guessing you are already pregnant…or at least planning ahead! Many of us know the common changes which will occur such as changes to your body shape, fluid retention and weight gain. There might also be some which […]

How to Prepare for your Maternity Photoshoot | Samphire Photography

how to prepare for your maternity photoshoot session baby bump

Maternity Photoshoot Before their shoot, clients often ask me questions about how to prepare for your maternity photoshoot. Let me run you through what you can look forward to from this type of portrait session. First and foremost, congratulations! Whether you are a first time mum, or a seasoned pro, this is a truly special […]

5 Top Tips for Surviving Summer when Pregnant

surviving summer when pregnant 5 top tips

Pregnancy is a magical time but it’s also a demanding time on your body. It can be hard enough on the average day but during the summer when the temperature soars, it can be really quite uncomfortable.  With another heatwave expected in the UK, check out my 5 Top Tips for Surviving Summer when Pregnant […]

Why are Maternity Photographs Important? By Samphire Photography

pregnant woman showing why maternity photographs important

Why are they important? A woman’s body is truly an amazing thing and maternity portraits are a great way to capture just how wonderful we are. Whether you have fallen pregnant for the first time or subsequent pregnancies your body really does enter into an amazing stage in your life. Nine months may feel like […]

How to Prepare for your Maternity Photo Shoot | Samphire Photography

prepare for maternity photo

You’re pregnant! Many congratulations. As you busily prepare for the arrival of your little one, having your portrait taken may not be at the top of your to-do list. But you really want to capture this incredible part of your life in a photograph. So you book a photographer, and eek! Now what? Have a […]

Great Ways to Announce Your Pregnancy | Samphire Photography

Great Ways to announce your pregnancy

Are you looking for great ways to announce your pregnancy? Congratulations! September is a high birth rate month (it’s around 9 months after the festive season!).  Which means this time of year is when a lot of people are thinking about telling family and friends the good news. So, I thought I would take a […]

What to Wear to Your Portrait Session, by Samphire Photography

what to wear to your portrait session on location

How exciting, you’re going to have some professional photographs taken, but maybe are a little unsure about what to wear to your portrait session.  My clients often ask me for some guidance, it’s what they worry about the most. This is totally understandable, as your images will be for keeps so you want to get […]

Maternity Photographer Sussex | Samphire Photography

Maternity Photographer Sussex

It is not all babies and children in the Samphire studio, I am also a maternity photographer Sussex and in Surrey too. I have previously photographed this stunning lady when she was expecting her first, a little boy. Then, when she fell pregnant with baby number 2 she booked back in. It’s always a joy […]

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