Photography by Valentina

Valentina - Portrait Photographer specialised in Maternity and Newborn photography. Based in Richmond, West London. [email protected]

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Proud to share that Milk Tales was featured in @GraziaUK. 14 years after my own breastfeeding struggles, I photographed 25 mothers to give voice to the experiences we so often carry in silence.Because no mother should feel alone in her struggle.
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The camera doesn’t need you to be “ready”.
It needs you to be you.
And that’s more than enough.

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Portrait photography for women over 40 isn’t about perfection.
It’s about truth, power, softness, survival, and everything you’ve carried.
Discover the emotional side of it

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Feeling “invisible” after 40 isn’t in your head.
But stepping in front of the camera can be a powerful way to reclaim your story.
New on the blog: https://t.co/vq0Iu7BEq8

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When a woman in her forties sees herself on camera properly,
there’s a moment of recognition:
“Oh… that’s me. I remember her.”
This is why portrait photography matters.

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Women over 40 aren’t choosing portrait photography to look younger, they’re choosing it to feel seen again.
A quiet revolution is happening, and it’s beautiful.

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We’re often behind the camera, but our children need to see us in the frame too.
Our presence in photos becomes their proof of love. ❤️
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Research shows that family photos can boost children’s confidence and sense of belonging.
It’s not about perfection, it’s about presence.
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Printed photos do more than decorate walls.
They whisper: You matter. You belong. You are loved.

Read how photography shapes confidence and self-esteem https://t.co/0wWqtqB3sU

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When your child sees themselves in a photo, they’re not just smiling, they’re recognising that they belong.

New on the blog: Family Photos and Self-Esteem: Why Seeing Yourself Matters
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I wrote for @healthyparent6 about why family photos on your walls do more than decorate
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Maternity photo sessions capture connection.
Partner's hand on your belly
Your eyes softening imagining baby
The instinctive way you cradle yourself

It's future and present holding hands for one precious moment 🤝

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#maternity #londonphotographer

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Rediscover the woman you used to be through empowering photography that celebrates your story, strength, and self-worth.

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Your maternity photos aren't just for today.

They're for your future self. For your child.

Imagine them seeing you as you were, not just glowing, but powerful.

That's why I believe in printed photos. Framed images say: "This mattered."
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#MaternityPhotos

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Stop waiting for the "perfect" time for your maternity photoshoot.

I've photographed women at 26 weeks and at 38+ weeks.

It's not about size, it's about story.
Every bump has a story worth capturing
When is YOUR time?

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#PregnancyPhotography

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"I didn't realise how much I needed to be seen this way, until I saw myself through your lens."
This is what maternity photography should do. Not just flatter, but reflect.
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#MaternityPhotoshoot

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Beyond the Bump: The Transformation of a Maternity Photoshoot https://t.co/js2VwRxzZ7 via @YouTube

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Coming back to work after summer doesn't have to feel jarring. Here are 7 gentle ways to reset your business with intention (instead of diving in on autopilot)

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Have you ever wondered why you want photos of your pregnancy? It's not just about the bump.

Pregnancy is becoming.

A photo shoot for a pregnant woman captures the woman caught between who she was and who she's becoming.

Read more: https://t.co/AKY0FZMZio

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Post-summer business reset checklist:
✓ Tidy your workspace (10 mins max)
✓ Evaluate what worked vs what didn't
✓ Reconnect with your creative practice
✓ Build in those 5-10 mins of quiet time
✓ Time block with intention

Full blog: https://t.co/U3mIXy8Dnu