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Why a Cake Smash?
That first year? It flies. One minute you’re rocking a newborn, the next you’re chasing a tiny human who somehow knows how to clap, crawl, and destroy a cupcake like it’s a sport.
A cake smash session isn’t just about cute photos (though you’ll definitely get those). It’s about hitting pause on the blur of babyhood. It’s about capturing the joy, the chubby cheeks, the frosting-covered fingers—before the baby turns into a full-blown toddler.
At Shelly Sims Photography, we make this milestone feel as sweet and simple as possible. We take care of the setup, the decorations, the outfits, and yes—the cleanup. All you need to do is show up and soak it in.
Because you deserve more than rushed iPhone snapshots and Pinterest overwhelm. You deserve to celebrate your baby’s first year with heirloom-quality images and a stress-free experience that makes you feel like the amazing mom you are.
Let’s make some frosting-covered memories you’ll actually want to frame.
Packages
The Keepsake Collection
$750
For the sentimental mama who doesn’t want to miss a single detail.
This one’s for the memory-makers. Along with the full session experience, you’ll receive a custom keepsake album and images with mom, dad, and siblings. Because turning one is about the whole journey—not just the cake.
90-minute session
Custom-designed setup & styling
Portraits + cake smash + bath
All hand-edited digital images
Access to client wardrobe for birthday child
Family & sibling shots included
Complimentary custom cake
Smash and Splash
When you want the mess, the magic, and the milestone—all wrapped in one easy session.
This is our most popular option, and for good reason. It includes the full cake smash experience, plus portraits of your little one before the mess begins and a sweet splash bath to wrap it all up.
60-minute session
Full styling & setup (custom theme or classic)
Portraits + cake smash + bath
20 hand-edited digital images
Access to client wardrobe for baby
Complimentary custom cake
$550
The Sweet Start
A simple, sweet way to mark the milestone.
Perfect for mamas who want beautiful portraits without all the bells and whistles. Includes a short session with a classic setup, and a handful of images that tell the story of turning one—without the stress of planning it yourself.
30-minute session
Choice of simple setup theme
No cake smash
10 hand-edited digital images
Access to client wardrobe for baby
Full Session details
*Newborn clients get a 10% off their 1st birthday session
*A non-refundable retainer of $100 is required to book a session
*All full session galleries have a 3 business day turn around time (not including weekends)
*Military, and teachers always get 10% off
Payment plans are available
$350
Ready to make a little frosting-covered magic?
Let’s turn your baby’s big milestone into something you’ll never forget—and photos you’ll treasure forever. Choose the package that fits your heart (and your calendar), and I’ll take care of the rest.
Booking is easy, and spots fill up fast—especially for popular first birthday months.
Click below to reserve your session and let’s make those sleepless nights look picture perfect.
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1st birthday themes
1st birthday session FAQ
*when should you take 1st birthday pictures?
You should schedule the session about 2-3 weeks prior to your child's birthday. If you need the photos for the birthday party, scheduling the session 3 weeks prior to the party is ideal
*what are cake smash photos?
A cake smash is exactly what it sounds like: the smashing up of a cake. Originating in Australia, a cake smash has become an ideal way to mark a baby's first birthday, and get some pretty incredible portraits at the same time.
*Should you do cake smash photos before or after birthday?
It's entirely up to you whether you choose to book your cake smash session to coincide with your baby's exact birthday (availability permitting). Or, you can have the session either a few days or weeks – or even months – before or after the actual day. There are no hard and fast rules here at Shelly Sims Photography.
*what time of day is best for a cake smash session?
In my experience the best time of day is early to mid-morning or 9am to 12noon. I always book around your little one's nap time. A tired baby is an unhappy baby and that is not what we want.
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“Shelly was absolutely amazing today working with Declan. From our Sneak peek, I can already see how well she has captures his personality. We couldn't be happier!! We will definitely come back for all of Declan's milestones and those of the new baby, too!.”
While my services do include digital-only collections, meaning no printed artwork from your session, I feel compelled to express my deep belief in the transformative power of seeing oneself as art.
There’s something profoundly special about encountering your image in print, whether it’s flipping through the pages of your album or marveling at your exquisite metal art prints. In print, your memories become tangible, tactile, and timeless, inviting you to immerse yourself fully in the beauty of each frame.
So while digital copies offer convenience and accessibility, there’s a described magic that comes with holding your memories in your hands and admiring them in physical form. It adds emotion, and significance to the images, making them not just pictures, but cherished treasures for generations to come.
When you receive your gallery you will be able to see what your images look like on all types of products. If you are a visual person, like myself, this will help you make the best choices! You can see what it will look like before any purchasing takes place.