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Maternity, newborn, baby, cake smash and family guides


Newborn & Family Portrait Ideas
See how we gently include parents, siblings, and even pets in newborn photoshoots. Natural, baby-led sessions that capture real family moments.
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Jul 152 min read
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Maternity Session with Sweet Personal Touches
A heartfelt maternity session with Florentina, featuring personal keepsakes and family moments. See how we included baby items and sibling portraits to tell a beautiful, meaningful story.
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Jul 142 min read
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Newborn & Family Portraits – A Gift for the Future
Newborn photos that go beyond baby portraits — showing the love, connection, and story your children will cherish one day.
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Jul 142 min read
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Cake Smash Gallery Using Printed Backdrops
Fabric backdrops for birthday photoshoots help create a colourful and cheerful atmosphere. They enhance the overall look of the images and keep the session feeling fun and fresh.
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Jul 132 min read
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White mini sessions - Hemel Hempstead
Capture your child's most beautiful expressions and personality. Timeless photoshoot to preserve each child's unique features.
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Mar 52 min read
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Behind the scenes of a Cake Smash session with Me
Capturing joyful, timeless first birthday moments in a relaxed studio. Get in touch today!
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Feb 13 min read
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Behind the scenes of a newborn session with me
Are you thinking about scheduling a newborn photography session for your baby to capture all those cute features in their first days? If...
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Dec 17, 20244 min read
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Skin Conditions in Baby Photoshoots
Are you dealing with skin conditions? Lately, I've seen more and more parents struggling with their little ones’ skin issues, so I...
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Oct 4, 20242 min read
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The Importance of Professional Headshots and Personal Branding Photography
Learn how professional headshots and personal branding photography boost your career. Book your session today!
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Sep 14, 20243 min read
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Complete Guide to Starting a Maternity, Newborn, and Family Photography Business
Discover the costs of starting a maternity, newborn, and family photography business. Plan your budget with this comprehensive guide.
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Jul 17, 20245 min read
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How to Prepare for Your Christmas Photoshoot
Christmas is a magical time, perfect for capturing cherished family moments. As a family photographer based in Hemel Hempstead,...
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Jul 6, 20244 min read
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Is a mini session ideal for you?
All you need to know about mini sessions! From how long to how many images are included and prices.
Alina Ciobanu Photography
May 1, 20242 min read
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Behind the scenes of a maternity session with me
Capture the beauty of your pregnancy with a tailored photoshoot. Timeless images, expert guidance, and a stress-free experience.
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Mar 20, 20243 min read
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Custom setups for cake smash photoshoots
Celebrate your child's 1st birthday with a custom cake smash photoshoot. Learn how a tailored session can make this milestone truly special.
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Jan 1, 20243 min read
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Bluebell photography tips and challenges
At the end of April, I photographed bluebells for the first time. Outdoor photography is spectacular as you can have multiple...
Alina Ciobanu Photography
May 3, 20234 min read
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Photography is more than a USB stick
Being a portrait photographer and giving digital images through online transfer or a USB stick only makes me feel empty. I have hundreds...
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Sep 21, 20214 min read
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Welcome to the world baby Rebecca
Rebecca Andia has soft skin, dinky feet, and a beautiful smile, and she is a perfect sleeper. Born on 13 August 2021, and weighing 2.804...
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Aug 30, 20213 min read
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Professional Christmas themed photos
This year we wanted to do things a little bit differently. We ditched the darker backdrop. Instead, we opted for a champaign indoor...
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Aug 3, 20212 min read
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Journey through images
Capturing love, growth and memories for one special family I first met the Lazar family in June 2019 for Reggie’s first cake smash. It...
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Jul 26, 20212 min read
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Cum arata galeria foto la o graviduta?
Sesiunile dedicate viitoarelor mamici imi plac foarte mult. Sarcina este perioada in care te indragostesti de copilasul care nici macar...
Alina Ciobanu Photography
Apr 9, 20202 min read
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