Juliet Savigear
Balham Bumps & Babies Photography
Baby & Family Photographer - London

Not sure what to wear for your family photo shoot? From outdoor sessions on Tooting Common to relaxed home shoots, here's everything you need to know about getting dressed for the camera — without the stress.

One of the loveliest things about being a family photographer based in Balham is having some genuinely beautiful outdoor spaces right on the doorstep. Whether you're looking for a classic parkland backdrop, a wilder woodland feel, or something a little more relaxed and everyday, South West London really does deliver. Here's my guide to the best local spots for family, baby, children's and maternity photoshoots in and around Balham.

For just a few fleeting weeks each spring, the woodlands of south London are transformed into something out of a fairy tale — a violet-blue carpet stretching beneath ancient trees, light filtering softly through the canopy above. If you've ever thought about booking a family, children's or maternity shoot, this is your season.

Second babies come with second-time-parent wisdom — and a whole new set of worries. Will the toddler sit still? What if they won't leave the baby alone? What if they refuse to be photographed at all? As a baby and family photographer based in Balham, I've heard every variation of these questions, and my answer is always the same: it's going to be fine. Better than fine, actually. Here's everything you need to know.

Searching for a baby or family photographer in London? Juliet at Balham Bumps & Babies specialises in newborn, maternity, older baby, toddler and family photography across South and South West London — shooting in your home or at one of the area's stunning outdoor locations. Here's everything you need to know about finding the right photographer for your family.

As a family photographer based in Balham, I'm lucky enough to work in one of the most photogenic corners of London. From wide open commons to secret woodland paths and those jaw-dropping cherry blossom avenues, South West London is an absolute treasure trove for outdoor photography. Here's my guide to some of the best spots — and why spring makes each one truly magical.

Choose clothing you'd actually wear to a nice Sunday lunch in the park. Smart-casual is the sweet spot. You want to look like the best version of yourselves, not like you've hired costumes.

If you’re searching for a family photographer in London, one of the first things you’ll notice is that photographers describe their work using different styles. You might see words like lifestyle, candid, documentary, or posed portraits — and it can be difficult to know what they actually mean.