Every family has a story, I’d love to help capture yours
From tiny newborn fingers to first birthdays and growing families, I'm here to capture the moments you'll never want to forget.
Welcome, I'm so glad you're here.
If you've found me through Bedford Hospital, firstly… congratulations.
Whether you're waiting to welcome a new baby, navigating life with little ones, or simply thinking it's time to update your family photographs, I'm so pleased you've found my little corner of the internet.
I'm Phoebe, the face behind Phoebe Berridge Photography.
For over ten years I've been privileged to photograph hundreds of families across Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire, creating natural, timeless images that become part of their family story.
My cosy purpose-built studio is tucked away in the beautiful village of Ickwell, where every session is calm, relaxed and completely centred around you and your family.
I believe photographs aren't just for today.
They're for the children who'll one day look back and see just how loved they were.
And I'd be honoured to help tell your story.
At a Glace
📷 Over 10 years photographing families across Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire
🤍 Purpose-built studio in the beautiful village of Ickwell
👶 Extensively trained in newborn safety and baby-led photography
🌿 Calm, relaxed sessions with plenty of time and absolutely no pressure
❤️ Hundreds of returning families who have trusted me to capture their story over the years
🫖 Tea lover, autumn enthusiast and memory keeper (always with a camera close by!)
A Little About Me
I don't just love photographing babies.
I love watching families grow.
Some of the parents who first walked through my studio doors with a tiny newborn now return every year with toddlers, siblings and growing families.
There really is no greater compliment.
When you book a session with me, I don't want it to feel like another item on your to-do list. I want you to feel welcomed.
Looked after.
Comfortable enough to relax, cuddle your children and simply enjoy the moment.
Because that's where the magic happens.
When little personalities shine.
When genuine smiles appear.
When memories are made without anyone needing to say "cheese."
Whether you're visiting for your baby's very first photographs or celebrating another chapter in your family's story, my aim is always the same:
To create images that feel like home.
The Families I've Grown With
One of the greatest privileges of my job is being invited back to capture every new chapter
Some of the families you see throughout my website first walked through my studio doors while they were expecting their very first baby.
Since then, I've watched tiny newborns become cheeky toddlers, celebrated first birthdays with cake-covered smiles, photographed growing siblings and welcomed brand new additions to their families.
There's something incredibly special about being trusted to document those moments year after year.
It's never just about one photoshoot.
It's about preserving the memories that tell your family's story.
Watching little personalities grow, seeing parents become more confident and hearing children excitedly say, "We're going to see Phoebe today!" is a privilege I'll never take for granted.
Many of my clients become lifelong clients, and nothing makes me happier than seeing familiar faces return as their families grow.
Perhaps one day, yours will too.
The Dunne Family - 2020 Maternity & Newborn | 2021 Cake Smash | 2021 Maternity | 2022 Newborn| 2023 Cake Smash | 2024/2025/2026 Spring Minis and Christmas Minis |
Th Elliotts - 2025 Maternity & Newborn |2026 Cake Smash |
The Diazs - 2023 Newborn & Christmas Mini | 2024 Portrait, Cake Smash and Christmas Mini | 2025 Christmas Mini | 2026 Gender Reveal & Newborn pending..
Maternity and Newborn
I booked a maternity & newborn shoot bundle through Phoebe & I cannot recommend her enough. It was a super last minute decision to have the maternity shoot after a rough pregnancy I wanted to remember how amazing my body was for growing my baby safely despite being so poorly & the photos are unreal. Never has anyone ever taken a photo of me I liked before but Phoebe had me feeling like a queen & I cried my eyes out when I received the photos which coincidentally was when I was in hospital being induced to have my son. As for the newborn photos, I have no words for how incredible they are. She captured my little boy perfectly & the family shots we got are my most favourite photos ever. The way she handled my newborn was as if he was her own & I will forever be in awe of how she got him into so many cute positions for the photos. You can’t put a price on the everlasting memories she captured for us & she is now without a doubt our official family photographer, there is nobody else I would go to! Thank you again Phoebe for the whole experience from start to finish you’re incredibly talented & we can’t wait to return for Travis’ 1st birthday cake smash if not before then. - Fay Hepburn Northamptonshire
Your Family’s Story
Wherever you are in your family's journey, I'd be honoured to help you remember it.
Every family has a different story to tell.
Some are waiting to meet their baby for the very first time. Others are celebrating first smiles, first birthdays or simply wanting to press pause for a moment before the children grow a little taller.
Whatever chapter you're in, my sessions are designed to capture it naturally, creating photographs that you'll treasure for years to come.
Your Journey Begins Here
A little introduction above the chapters:
Every family story is unique, and there's no right or wrong place to begin.
Whether you're celebrating your pregnancy, preparing to meet your little one or already imagining their first birthday, I'm here to help you preserve each chapter as it unfolds.
Maternity
The excitement.
The anticipation.
The quiet moments before everything changes.
Maternity sessions are usually photographed between 32–34 weeks, celebrating this incredible chapter before your little one arrives.
Reserve Your Due Date
Once you've had your 20-week scan, it's the perfect time to book your newborn session.
Don't worry you won't need to know exactly when baby will arrive. I'll simply reserve space around your due date, so when your little one makes their appearance, we'll arrange the perfect session together.
It's one less thing to think about during those busy final weeks of pregnancy.
Welcome Baby
Congratulations... they're finally here.
Once your baby arrives, just send me a quick message.
We'll arrange your session, usually within the first 2–3 weeks, when babies are still beautifully sleepy and naturally curled up.
There's no panic and no pressure just a relaxed plan that works around your newest family member.
Your Session
This is where you get to slow down.
Your cosy studio will already be warm and ready for you.
There'll be time for feeds.
Cuddles.
Nappy changes.
Nothing is rushed.
Many parents tell me it feels less like a photoshoot and more like a chance to pause and soak up those precious first days together.
Choosing Your Memories
Around 1–2 weeks later, you'll receive your beautifully hand-edited gallery.
Take your time choosing the photographs that tell your story—images to frame, share with loved ones and look back on for years to come.
Growing Together
One of the greatest privileges of my job is watching families grow.
I've photographed tiny newborns who now arrive at the studio chatting away.
I've celebrated first birthdays, welcomed new brothers and sisters, and watched parents become families of four... and five.
It's why I always say...
This is never just one photoshoot.
It's the beginning of a relationship, and I'd be honoured to capture each chapter as your family grows.
FAQs
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The best time to book is after your 20-week scan. I'll reserve space around your due date, and once your little one arrives, we'll arrange the perfect session date together.
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The best time to book is after your 20-week scan. I'll reserve space around your due date, and once your little one arrives, we'll arrange the perfect session date together.
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That's completely normal! Rather than booking a fixed date, I keep space around your due date so we can arrange your session once your baby has arrived.
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My cosy home studio is based in Ickwell, Bedfordshire, just a short drive from Bedford Hospital, with free parking right outside.
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Don't worry—I'll send you a detailed welcome guide before your session with everything you need to know. My aim is to make your experience as relaxed and stress-free as possible.
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That's absolutely fine. Take your time exploring the website, browse the different sessions and, if you have any questions at all, I'd love to hear from you.
Ready to Start Your Story?
Whether you've just had your 20-week scan, you're counting down the weeks until baby arrives, or you're simply gathering information for later...
I'd love to hear from you.
Whether you're preparing to welcome your baby at Bedford Hospital or are already home enjoying those first precious days together, I'd love to help you preserve this incredible chapter.