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Our blogs below cover everything to do with what photo shoots we offer, what happens behind the scenes, some of our personal tips for parenting, and local places / activities that we recommend

A Day In The Life Of A Newborn Photographer

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A Day In The Life Of A Newborn Photographer

A day in the life of a newborn photographer Every day is different depending on what session I have scheduled, and depending if my husband is home to walk the dog and help me tidy up in the morning. Yes.. I make him help me with that :) (This schedule is based on a newborn photo session) ~ The studio is always cleaned, prepped and ready to go the evening before a shoot ~ 7.45am The first thing I do is make a lovely hot cup of tea. I couldn’t function without one of those! 7.5

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January Sales

So it's that wonderful time of the year where we all rush out to snap up a good deal during the January sales. Im one of those overly organised people that grab the left over Christmas decorations that are reduced in price, or try to find nice sale items if I have some upcoming birthdays etc. But lets face it.. the shops are too crazy at this time of the year and so its probably a lot more sensible to try to get these deals online, from the comfort of your sofa with your new

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Special gift Ideas - Photo Shoots

It can sometimes be hard to know what kind of gift to give to someone. It may be a leaving present from work to go on their maternity leave, a gift for their baby shower, or a gift for your granddaughter/grandson. You want to give something special and want it to be something that they will actually use. This is why a photo session gift could be the perfect thing. I offer a range of different photo sessions so I am sure that you will be able to find just the right one. Mate

The Best Surprise - Mummy & Me Photo Session

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The Best Surprise - Mummy & Me Photo Session

Family is super special to me. I have always been quite close to all of my siblings (I’m the baby of four) and so when I first found out I was going to be an Auntie for the first time I was sooooo excited, as you can imagine. At that point I had only been capturing newborn baby photos for about 1 year, so it was all still quite new to me. I just couldn’t wait to photograph the new addition to the family :) Little Heidi was born & had a newborn session with Mum & Dad, then a f

The Perfect Gift - Photo Shoot Gift Vouchers

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The Perfect Gift - Photo Shoot Gift Vouchers

If you are reading this then you are probably looking for the perfect gift for someone special. Annie Allen Photography is now offering gift vouchers that can be used for any photo session, such as: Maternity Photo Sessions Newborn Photo Sessions Baby Photo Sessions 1st Birthday Photo Sessions Mummy & Me Photo Sessions Each of these sessions would make a wonderful gift and can be kept as a surprise. No contact will be made from myself to the receiver until you give me the go

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Photos With Your Newborn Baby

Having a brand new baby may be the most exciting thing that could ever happen in your life time.. this is certainly the biggest change that will come into your life. After having your baby you most likely wont feel like yourself… you’ll probably be crazy tired, worried.. and just not feeling yourself. Mothers self confidence is usually at its lowest after having a baby, and this is completely understandable considering the huge changes that your body has been through over the

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7 Sibling Tricks For Your Photo Session

We all want those precious family images where our new baby is being cuddled and admired by their big brother or sister.. you know the ones where they look like the best of friends that will protect each other for life. But on the flip side we also worry that our eldest will not cooperate during a photo session or possibly not even want to be anywhere near the new baby. Unfortunately children can feel jealous and left out that this new little person is taking up a lot of Mumm

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About Me - Just To Say Hello 👋🏼

I thought it was about time that I popped back up again and said HELLO! 👋🏼 Although I am quite a confident person and love to meet new people and chat, I do tend to avoid having my picture taken if possible.. which is quite ironic coming from a Photographer… unless its a cheesy selfie with friends of course! I’m Annie, 31 years of age, a wife of 2 years, and Mummy to a crazy fur baby called Penny. We do want children one day (hopefully not too far away) but for now our flu

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Christmas Mini Sessions For Your Baby

Mini sessions are a great way to get the best out of both worlds as a customer. These quick and easy fun themed sessions take just half the time for half the price. I love offering mini sessions as it is something different and they are reasonably priced which makes this package affordable to all families. How mini sessions work: You will see mini session advertisements from Annie Allen Photography at least a couple of times per year. You can find these on my Facebook page, s

FAQs For Your Newborn & Baby Photo Sessions

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FAQs For Your Newborn & Baby Photo Sessions

...So you are thinking about booking a photo session for your baby :) You probably have tonnes of questions regarding this. As all Photography services operate differently and have unique packages that they offer it can be very confusing to know who is the right photographer for you. Besides loving the images that you see in our portfolios it is also important to know that you are getting the right package for you and your family. I have created some frequently asked question

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What To Wear For Your Photo Shoot

Having a photo shoot with your baby is probably something that you have wanted for quite some time. When the time comes for your shoot you are probably worrying about what your baby will wear.. however I supply their outfits and so all you need to do is concentrate on what you would like to be photographed in. I offer several different types of photo sessions: Newborn Sitter / Baby Birthday cake smash & splash ...All of which can include shots with parents or the whole family

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Finding A Good Work And Play Balance

It’s funny that being self employed usually gives this impression of freedom, working the hours that you wish, having lots of spare time, eating out with the girls and spending time with family. However for me the reality has sometimes been quite different.. don’t get me wrong I absolutely love what I do and I really wouldn’t change it for anything.. but I have decided that I need to make some changes here and there. My diary has always been a little crazy as I photograph new

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1st Birthday Cake Smash Photo Shoot

So all of a sudden that teeny tiny newborn baby is all grown up and full of energy and excitement. It is coming up to their 1st birthday and you are wondering where on earth that time went! They don't stay small for young and their 1st birthday is their 1st big milestone in their life. It is time to capture this stage with photos that you can keep forever. Annie Allen Photography now offers 1st birthday photo sessions. (A cake is optional to this type of photo shoot.) These s

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Popular Baby Names Of 2018

10 most common baby names of 2018 Choosing a name for your baby is a very exciting time!...Trying to find something that both Mum & Dad agree on can sometimes be a little bit more tricky. Even if you are both lucky enough to fall in love with the same name it may be sensible to have a couple of backup names incase it just doesn't 'suit' your baby when you first see them. Here are some of the top 10 girls and boys names from 2018: GIRLS Florence Evie Lily Isabella Mia Sophia F

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Business Tips For Newborn Photographers

I have written some information for any newbie newborn photographers that are looking for those 1st basic steps in the right direction. This is based on the first steps of setting up a business/website. There will be lots of things that I haven’t mentioned, but these are the main first things to put in place. There is quite a lot here to think about so don’t let it overwhelm you. Maybe just focus on 1 thing at a time. Domain. Buy a website domain that looks professional and p

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Lifestyle Newborn Photo Session

During the first couple of weeks after birth is the best time to have your newborn session. With just a short window of time where there is an opportunity to capture your baby in an untouched and unposed form - a story conceived with a classic and timeless beauty. This is a special time when your baby is allowed to communicate who they are in the most natural uncomplicated way. The suck of a thumb, the scrunched up nose, the kicking of the legs... all of these little movement

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Your Baby's Journey Through Photos

You find out you are pregnant and it is such an exciting time. You want to buy all things cute and fluffy, decorate the nursery and get everything ready.. oh but wait, you need something extra special for the nursery walls.. and what better wall display then to have beautiful photos of your new baby. You know the experience of a photo session will be fun, and the images will be treasured forever. So you book a newborn photo session. Your baby arrives and you love each and eve

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Sitter Sessions For Your Baby

I absolutely adore the newborn stage, their beautiful new baby smell, their uncoordinated movements.. to that cute back ‘fuzz’! However as we all know, this stage can pass by as a flash, and before you know it your tiny baby has now started to develop and out comes that cute personality... and so it is time to capture this next precious stage in their lives! Babies can usually start sitting unsupported at around 7-8 months.. and sometimes even sooner. This is another amazing

Messy Play & Sensory For Babies & Toddlers

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Messy Play & Sensory For Babies & Toddlers

The delicious smell of baking bread, that breath taking view, your favourite song playing on the radio, the taste of your favourite food, the softness of your favourite scarf or throw .... Unless we’re unfortunate enough to lose one of them, most of us pretty much take our senses for granted, and forget that our parents or carers actually taught us how to use them. From the very first day that they are born, children are designed to explore the world via their senses, which i

'Who's Behind The Camera?' - Getting To Know Your Photographer

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'Who's Behind The Camera?' - Getting To Know Your Photographer

So many people just dive straight in and book a photo shoot without a 2nd thought.. maybe due to wanting that last slot, or before an offer expires. And although this is great that they are confident enough to do this, I still believe that this is something that should be researched and really thought about. It can be easy to go for that cheap offer, that free print or the photographer that is only 5 mins away. BUT, you are booking a photographer to capture something special,