a little boy with a cheeky grin stands behind his birthday cake at his cake smash photo shoot

One of the wonderful things about a cake smash is that you never know what is going to happen. Some babies aren’t interested in the cake but go nuts in the tub, some stuff cake into their mouths like it’s going out of fashion.

This unpredictability means that anything goes at first birthday photo shoot.  In this case, our man was happier to pose with his cake while standing up for some of the session and I’m a great believer in working with the circumstances as they are, so we just made the most of his happy little face showing off his standing skills!

All of my sessions are led by your baby’s comfort and confidence levels and they vary by individual and by day.  We never force your little one to do something they’re not keen on – apart from being mean to a baby being generally considered to be a bad thing, you wouldn’t get any good photos anyway.  So if they want to stand up, we find a way to make it work!

First Birthday Photo Shoots in East Grinstead

Celebrate your baby’s first birthday with a session designed to suit you! Choose the Mini First Birthday Shoot for a simple and sweet session featuring your little one in one outfit against a single backdrop, complete your favourite image for just £45. For an all-inclusive experience, opt for the Full First Birthday Shoot, where we’ll capture your baby’s cake smash, a fun tub splash, and even family or sibling moments, all with three digital images included for £95. Let’s make their first birthday unforgettable—book your session today!