With over 20 years of experience capturing maternity, newborn and family moments, I have spent almost my entire career doing what I love most — telling the stories of families at their most precious and fleeting milestones. You and your baby are in very safe and very experienced hands. 🤍

Please don't worry — this is completely normal and I have seen it all! I build plenty of time into every newborn session for feeding, settling and cuddles. We work entirely at your baby's pace and I will never rush a single moment. A settled and comfortable baby always makes for the most beautiful images. 🤍

Absolutely and I encourage you to! Head over to our portfolio page to explore a full collection of Manawa's work. Or head over to Manawa Photography on Instagram and Facebook. Links are below 🌿

At Manawa I deliberately keep my bookings intimate and limited. This means every single family receives my full attention, care and creative energy — because you deserve nothing less. 🖤

Absolutely. The safety and comfort of your baby is my number one priority — always. I'm fully first aid and newborn safety trained. Every pose, every prop and every setup is carefully considered with your newborn's wellbeing at the forefront of everything I do. I never rush, I never force and I always follow your baby's lead. 🌿

From the temperature of the studio to the softness of every prop and wrap, every detail of your baby's environment is carefully considered. I handle every newborn with the utmost gentleness and care, and I am always happy to talk you through exactly what to expect before your session. 🖤

Maternity sessions typically last between one and two hours. Newborn sessions are given as much time as they need — usually between two and four hours — because we always work at your baby's pace and never rush a single moment. ✨

For maternity sessions I will guide you through the best outfit choices to complement your bump beautifully. For newborn sessions simply bring everything your baby needs to feel comfortable — nappies, feeds, a dummy if they use one and their favourite blanket. I will take care of everything else! Though if you do forget anything or run out, i have a fully equipped station with everything you and baby needs. 🌿

I recommend booking your newborn session during your second trimester to secure your preferred date. The ideal time to photograph your newborn is within the first 14 days of their arrival when they are at their most sleepy and curly. 🤍

Absolutely — family is everything and I love nothing more than capturing those first precious moments together. Partners and siblings are warmly welcomed and I will make sure everyone feels relaxed, comfortable and completely themselves. 🖤

Every session is different and I never limit creativity with rigid numbers. What I can promise is that you will receive a carefully curated gallery of stunning, fully edited images that tell your family's story beautifully. 🌿

Your fully edited gallery will be ready within two to three weeks of your session. I take great care and pride in the editing process — because every single image deserves to be absolutely perfect. At your newborn session we will find the best time and date for your viewing and ordering session🤍

Yes and I truly encourage it! At Manawa we believe your memories deserve to be printed, framed and treasured every single day — not stored in a digital folder. We offer a beautiful range of print collections and wall art to help bring your images to life in your home. 🖤

At Manawa we offer a range of carefully crafted packages to suit every family. Please visit our services page or get in touch directly and I will be happy to talk you through everything and find the perfect package for you. 🤍

Your session fee covers your full studio session, all props, wraps and setups, and my time and expertise behind the lens and due at the time of booking. Your image gallery and print collections are then available as separate packages so you have complete flexibility over what you choose. 🌿

I certainly do! I offer in house finance so no credit check needed. You simply pay off your session a month before your due date and any further purchases can be paid through a flexible payment plan. Any Images or products purchased will be delivered 28 days after final payment.

Great Question, for mum to produce beautiful bump images we need baby to be within 34 to 36 weeks. that beautiful time when mum is glowing, bump is proud and your still able to move around without too much difficulty 🤍