You never quite know how a first birthday session is going to go, and that’s what makes them so good. But this moment might be my favourite of all time.

a little girl looking amazed that she gets whole cake

That particular look when it dawns on them that the cake is not off limits. That it’s actually theirs. All of it. To poke, prod, smoosh, and taste to their heart’s content.

This little one captured it perfectly. Hands to cheeks, big wide eyes, pure disbelief. She could not believe her luck. Honestly, neither could I. What a star.

First Birthday Photo Shoots in East Grinstead

Celebrate your baby’s first birthday with a relaxed session tailored to you. A First Birthday Shoot can include simple portraits, a cake smash, a fun tub splash, and family or sibling photos, all with three digital images included for £95. It’s a lovely way to mark this milestone and capture your baby’s personality at one.