Your baby’s fist birthday is right around the corner and you might be wondering if you should have first birthday cake smash photos taken.
In this post we will answer common questions as well as help you decide if a cake smash session is right for you and your child.
Where will my child’s first birthday cake smash photos be taken?
The best option is in our studio located in Bethel, CT. Including a clean, white backdrop and abundant natural light, there is plenty of room for parents and siblings to attend and watch the fun.
Will I have to buy the cake?
Nope! We take care of ordering, purchasing and picking up the smash cake from a local bakery. In addition, we provide a cake topper and florals if you choose. Therefore, all you will need to do is show up and we will take care of the rest.
What if I don’t want to mess with the cleanup?
No problem! Other than wiping down your baby afterwards (which isn’t as bad as you may think) we will dispose of the leftover cake. Because of this, you won’t have to clean up a single crumb.
Can I combine family photos with my baby’s cake smash?
Of course! If you are a first year collective member, a cake smash session is included in your membership. You get to decide if you would like just baby and siblings in the photos or if you want the whole immediate family to be photographed. For those who are not collective members, we offer a signature session for family photos with time for a cake smash at the end.
How long does it take to photograph first birthday cake smash photos?
20 minutes is the timeframe for a typical cake smash portrait session. Just enough time to grab photographs of your child while he is nice and clean and in an adorable outfit. Then change your baby into bloomers for diving into the delicious cake.
What will I do with cake smash photos?
Our heirloom album is the most popular choice among our clients for displaying photos from baby’s first year and a cake smash. It’s a beautiful way to easily view your child’s images and it’s a timeless, keepsake to look back on.
How do I book a first birthday cake smash session with Forty Seven Moments Photography?
We’re glad you asked! You can reach out to us by clicking the contact link at the top right of our website. Fill out the form and we will get back to you within 24 hours to schedule a quick call, answer any additional questions you may have and go over details.
The next steps will be to sign the contract and pay the session fee. We will secure a date on our calendar and you will be all set. Within the weeks prior to your cake smash session we will reach out to finalize clothing your baby will wear.
Cake smash sessions are a lot of fun. It’s always exciting to see how each child reacts to their birthday cake and if she dives in right away or gently eases into it. Either way, you won’t regret having wonderful photographs of your sweet baby on her first birthday. We know these images will always make you smile!
