Maternity specialist in Hale, GB — Ruaa Photography creates warm, vintage-inspired pregnancy portraits. Relaxed studio or outdoor sessions with gentle guidance and wardrobe support.
I specialise in maternity photography — capturing the quiet, powerful beauty of pregnancy with warm, lifestyle imagery that feels like home. Based in Hale (serving Altrincham and Greater Manchester), Ruaa Photography focuses on telling your pregnancy story using natural light, thoughtful composition and a soft, vintage-inspired palette. My aim is to create photographs that feel timeless and true to this precious season. What makes my maternity work different is a calm, straightforward approach rooted in empathy: I’m a mum of four, so I know how quickly these moments pass and how important it is to feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. I guide you gently through poses and small prompts so you can relax and connect — the result is authentic, emotive images of you and your bump, whether that’s an intimate portrait by a window or a golden-hour outdoor session. Sessions are relaxed and personal. You can choose my cosy home studio in Hale/Altrincham or a natural outdoor location — whichever feels most like you. I offer two beautiful lighting styles: soft natural light for an airy, organic feel, or wall LED lighting for a richer, more polished look. I also provide wardrobe support and suggestions to help you choose outfits that flatter and photograph well, and I welcome partner and family inclusion when you want those shared moments preserved. My process is designed to be simple and supportive from first contact to final gallery. After you book, I’ll send a session guide with preparation tips and outfit ideas so you arrive feeling prepared. On the day, I focus on making the shoot feel effortless and warm. Each image is carefully edited to bring out its timeless quality, and you’ll receive a private online gallery within a few weeks so you can relive the memories and order prints or keepsakes. If you’re searching for a maternity photographer in Hale who treats your session with care, warmth and expertise, I’d love to work with you. Ruaa Photography specialises in pregnancy and bump photography while also offering family and portrait sessions — but maternity is where my heart is. Get in touch to talk about your vision and let’s create images you’ll treasure for years to come.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Introductory newborn session option with edited images and choice of in-studio or at-home session.
Quick studio headshot session ideal for CVs and business profiles; includes professionally retouched images.
Silver maternity package with 20 fully edited photos, partner included and full wardrobe access.
Longer headshot session with up to 3 outfit changes and multiple retouched images; great for entrepreneurs and actors.
Comprehensive personal branding session with consultation, priority turnaround and a full online gallery.
Includes parents & family shots, multiple newborn poses and USB with chosen images.
Gold maternity package with 15 edited photos, partner included and wardrobe access.
Full gallery of beautifully edited, high-resolution images. Family portraits and group shots. Full access to curated studio wardrobe. USB with full gallery included.
Luxury maternity option with fewer edited images and an intimate shoot format (site lists deposit requirement).
Expanded family session with full gallery, curated wardrobe access and USB delivery of images.
Baby-only newborn session focusing on classic posed newborn imagery with select edited images.