About
Behind the camera
Hi, I'm Diana.
I'm a photographer specialising in newborn photography, and a mama of three amazing children. Like every mom, I've lived through all the stages of my kids' growth — which makes me truly appreciate these precious early moments.
What started as a hobby has become my favourite job. I feel lucky to capture memories that families will treasure forever.
I'm originally from Ukraine 🇺🇦 and also run a children's clothing brand, MiLilook. Now I live in London with my children. I love traveling and doing outdoor photoshoots, combining nature's beauty with the magic of newborn moments.
Every photoshoot I do is safe, comfortable and memorable — for both you and your baby. I look forward to helping you capture these special moments for years to come.
Based in
London, UK
Behind the scenes
@diana_melnichukA London newborn photographer who comes to you
I'm Diana — a professional newborn photographer based in London, serving families across Central, North, South, East and West London, as well as neighbouring areas in Greater London. Every newborn photography session I offer is in-home: I bring wraps, outfits, props, backdrops and lighting to your living room, so you and your baby never have to leave the comfort of home during those first fragile weeks.
My photography style is soft, warm and timeless. I focus on natural light, muted tones and gentle posing — the kind of newborn portraits that still feel beautiful ten, twenty, fifty years from now. Whether you'd like classic wrapped baby portraits, a candid lifestyle session with siblings, or a documentary Fresh 48 shoot in the hospital, every gallery is edited by hand and delivered as high-resolution digital images ready to print.
Safety, patience and a calm home studio
As a mama of three, I understand how tender the first two weeks with a newborn really are. I've trained in safe newborn posing and I never rush a session — babies are fed, cuddled, changed and settled as often as they need. I use composite techniques for any pose that isn't fully baby-supported on its own, so every image is gorgeous and completely safe. Parents often tell me the session felt more like a quiet afternoon at home than a photoshoot, which is exactly what I hope for.
I also love working with siblings and parents. Silver and Gold packages include family portraits, so you'll leave with images of your baby, of the two of you, and of the whole new family together. No stiff posing, no forced smiles — just gentle prompts and lots of real moments.
When to book your newborn session
The best window for classic posed newborn photography is between days 5 and 14 after birth, when babies are sleepiest and most easily settled. Because I only take a limited number of newborn clients per month across London, I recommend reserving your due-date window while you're still pregnant — usually from the second trimester onwards. If baby arrives early or late, we simply adjust; your session is scheduled around baby's actual birth date.
Newborn Fairytale is family-run and personal. When you book, you book me: I answer your first message, plan your session, run the shoot, edit every image, and deliver your gallery. If you're searching for a London newborn photographer who treats your family like her own, I'd love to hear from you.