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Why Choose Julie A Davis
A Calm, Experienced & Trusted Newborn Photographer in Hampshire
Choosing the right newborn photographer really matters
If you’re expecting a baby — especially for the first time — choosing a newborn photographer can feel like a big responsibility.
This isn’t just about photographs.
It’s about who you trust with your baby.
I’m Julie A Davis, a specialist newborn and maternity photographer in Hampshire, serving Winchester, Southampton, Salisbury, the New Forest and Dorset. Parents choose me because I offer something very different from most photographers: a lifetime of experience caring for newborn babies, combined with calm, professional photography.
I’ve worked with newborn babies my entire adult life
Before becoming a photographer, I spent over 20 years working professionally with babies and mothers.
I am a:
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qualified nursery nurse
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maternity nurse
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infant feeding specialist
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infant sleep specialist
Photography came after a long career caring for newborns — not the other way around.
This means when your baby is with me:
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they are handled safely and gently
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their needs always come first
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nothing is rushed or forced
For first-time mums, this experience is often the deciding factor.
A calm, baby-led approach — no pressure, no rushing
Newborn sessions in my studio are:
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unhurried
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calm
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completely baby-led
There is always time for feeding, cuddles and settling. Your baby sets the pace, not the clock.
Many parents tell me they feel nervous before their session — and deeply relaxed by the time they leave. Creating that sense of calm and reassurance is just as important to me as creating beautiful images.
Especially reassuring for first-time and IVF mums
Many of the families I work with:
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are first-time parents
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are older mums
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have experienced IVF or fertility challenges
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feel understandably protective and anxious
If you’ve waited a long time for your baby, it’s completely natural to want someone experienced and trustworthy.
You don’t need to know how to pose your baby.
You don’t need to worry about what will happen.
I guide everything gently, safely and with care.
A safe, comfortable studio environment
Your newborn photography session takes place in my purpose-designed studio in Totton, Hampshire, within easy reach of Winchester and Southampton.
The studio is:
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warm and calm
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designed with newborn safety in mind
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fully equipped with soft wraps, blankets and props
You can sit back, relax and enjoy the experience while I take care of your baby and your photographs.
Trusted by parents for over 17 years
I have been photographing newborn babies and families for 17 years, and my work has been displayed in hospitals and maternity settings across Hampshire.
Parents return to me — and recommend me — because they value:
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experience
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consistency
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professionalism
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and peace of mind
My style is timeless, natural and focused on connection — images that will still feel meaningful years from now.
Booking your newborn photography session
Because newborn photography takes place in a very small window, I strongly recommend booking your session while you are still pregnant, ideally between 20–32 weeks.
I only accept a limited number of newborn sessions each month to ensure every family receives the time and care they deserve.
If you are expecting a baby and looking for a trusted newborn photographer in Hampshire, I’d be very happy to talk with you and answer any questions.
In the past, I ran several races to help raise funds for PICU – Paediatric Intensive Care Unit in Southampton, where my son spent some time recovering from open heart surgery when he was three years old.
We will always be extremely grateful to the NHS for their care and support during the toughest time in our lives. Again, I always feel so honoured to be able to gift my newborn baby photographic images to hospitals and birthing units throughout the South as a thank you and to celebrate new life.
AS SEEN IN
KIND WORDS
We have had the pleasure of Julie photographing both our 3 year old and 1 year old boys as babies (around 10 days old) and for their 1st birthdays as a cash smash and splash.
Julie was professional and accommodating with all our shoots and the results were amazing, so much so we had issues choosing just our favourite images! The photos we eventually chose are up around our house and are a lovely memory to look back at and cherish forever.
Our family and friends have commented on how lovely they are too. We highly recommend Julie for your baby and beyond photos.
Julie made us feel warm and welcome, she went above and beyond what we could have ever imagined our photo shoot to be and the images came out stupendously.
I’m so happy we decided to come to her as she just adds that personal touch to her photos and feel totally comfortable with our newborn. Everyone loved the images so much I will definitely be coming back for our girls 1st birthday.
We had our son Teddy’s newborn shoot when he was just 8 days old. Julie’s studio is amazing, from the fridge you can use for baby’s milk etc, cakes laid out, kettle to use. it’s lovely and warm.
But most importantly Julie was amazing with our children, and we just sat back and enjoyed!
The photos were so special, Julie even made me a little video which still makes me cry!
Thank you.
GET IN TOUCH
If you have any questions or would like to get booked in, simply fill in the form below or call the studio now on 07769658832