I remember it well…
From being one of the mums in the Baby Sensory classes to taking photographs of other little loves and their parents during these special classes. It’s safe to say: I’m really enjoying reliving this time and getting that healthy dose of oxytocin that comes with it.
I remember it well: a rough nights sleep, running purely on coffee and the sheer determination to get to a Baby Sensory class on time. My main objective for that day would be for my baby to enjoy it, for her to make tiny friends and to see my her smile at the lights, singing and sounds. As a mum on mat leave, these Baby Sensory classes easily became the focal point of my day. I’d base my mornings around them and ironically, capture all of the ‘awwwww’ moments (there were a lot of them) on my phone to share with my family group chat. So to be invited to these classes as a Photographer is nothing short of a honour.
The Classes
I was introduced to the amazing Vanya, who runs Baby Sensory in the Muswell Hill, Finchley and Hampstead areas. Not only is she brilliant with the babies, she knows her stuff and has studied the science. She actively does the research into baby sensory. It’s more than just pretty lights and singalongs. Vanya recognises the importance of baby stimulation and brain development. Her classes are fun, heart felt and a safe space for parents.
Whenever I’m in her classes, I spend the day smiling ear to ear. Her Specials particularly are my absolute favourite which normal involves incredibly cute costumes as well as both parents or plus ones enjoying the fun too. Everyone I meet and photograph is so lovely but also so excited to have their baby’s photos taken in class. More often than not, it’s their first ever photo shoot.
I feel very lucky to share such a space with Vanya. Not only because I love what I do, but as I know first hand how special the time in those classes are and how much those photos can mean. You always end up looking back wondering where the time went.
Fast forward 4 years, and I’m now a photographer at Baby Sensory Classes in Hackney and Wanstead too! Maybe see you in class soon 🙂
The Pop-Up Studio at Baby Sensory – Muswell Hill – Find out when I’m next in class here
The Pop-Up Studio at Baby Sensory – Hackney
The Pop-Up Studio at Baby Sensory – Wanstead
Shani xo
