Carla Teale is a South Ruislip specialist in maternity photography, offering relaxed in‑home or on-location sessions. Personalised wardrobe, props and optional bump-cast to create heirloom portraits.
As a specialist in maternity photography based in South Ruislip (West London/Middlesex), Carla Teale focuses on capturing the quiet, expectant moments that make pregnancy so unforgettable. Established in 2009, Carla has developed a gentle, contemporary approach that blends fine art and natural lifestyle imagery — perfect for documenting the connection between you and your baby before you meet. Sessions are designed around your comfort and story. Most maternity shoots last 60–90 minutes and can take place in your home with Carla’s mobile studio (portable backdrops, vinyl floor and a wardrobe of drapes and accessories) or out on location in beautiful natural light. Carla recommends booking after your 24‑week scan and typically photographs between 28–37 weeks to celebrate the bump at its most comfortable and flattering. From the first phone consultation to your private home viewing, Carla provides a personalised experience. She offers wardrobe advice, gentle posing guidance and the time needed to relax and feel natural in front of the camera. The resulting images are hand‑edited by Carla and presented at a private viewing — ready to become the heirloom portraits you’ll cherish for years. Carla’s maternity offering also includes creative extras like bump‑cast moulding, an intimate keepsake that can be made at the end of a maternity session and returned to you after the newborn shoot. For parents wanting a longer-term story, bump & baby packages are available to capture both the pregnancy and first weeks of life. Professional, caring and fully insured, Carla is CRB checked and understands how precious these moments are. Her calm, friendly manner helps even the most camera‑shy mums-to-be feel at ease, and she prides herself on creating images that are natural, emotive and timeless. If you’re in South Ruislip or surrounding areas and want contemporary, personalised maternity photography that honours your pregnancy, get in touch to arrange a no‑obligation chat and see examples of Carla’s work. She’d love to help you plan a session that reflects this special time.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
Photo booth pop-up studio for evening reception; props and photographer provided, images included in final collection.
2 hour newborn/baby package including a mounted print and product credit (as listed for gift vouchers).
Birthday cake smash gift voucher package including session, mounted print and product credit.
Family lifestyle gift voucher including 2 hour shoot, a mounted print and product credit.
Maternity and newborn double session with folio and product credit (gift voucher listing).
Three-session package from maternity to first birthday, includes triple folio and product credit.
Inclusive full day wedding package covering prep to party with two photographers; images hand-edited and delivered while you are on honeymoon.