Cake Smash Photoshoot in North West London
Cake Smash Photography
Celebrate your baby’s first birthday with a colourful, joy-filled cake smash session that captures giggles, curiosity, and sweet little moments.
As a cake smash photographer in London, I love turning this milestone into fun, unforgettable portraits.
How the Cake Smash Session Works
A cake smash session is more than just fun — it’s a form of baby milestone photography, capturing the joy and personality of your little one at this once-in-a-lifetime age.
Each session is designed to be playful, safe, and full of laughter while reflecting the thoughtful aesthetic and emotional depth that define my work.
All cake smash sessions occur in my calm, welcoming home studio in Stanmore, North West London (1 Hilltop Way, HA7 3DB). The studio is fully equipped for a fun and safe celebration, designed to make your little one feel at ease.
It’s conveniently located for families travelling from Harrow, Edgware, Wembley, Pinner, Bushey, Watford, and other nearby areas across London and Hertfordshire.
Sessions are available by appointment, Monday through Saturday, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Cake Smash Packages
Premium
- Pre-session phone consultation
- 1.5 to 2-hour photo session
- 20 high-resolution digital images, beautifully edited and delivered via download
- Elegant Folio Box with 20 mounted 8"x10" prints (matching your chosen images)
- 2 birthday set ups
- 2 baby outfits
- Family / siblings images included in the session
- Access to 2 elegant studio outfits for mum (optional)
- Splash in a bubble bath
- £100 credit towards any wall art purchase
- £50 off your next session booked with Mihaela Mocanasu Photography
Standard
- Pre-session phone consultation
- 1 to 1.5-hour photo session
- 10 high-resolution digital images, beautifully edited and delivered via download
- Folio Box with 10 mounted 8"x10" prints (matching your chosen images)
- 1 birthday set up
- 1 baby outfit
- Family / siblings images included in the session
- Access to 1 elegant studio outfit for mum (optional)
- Splash in a bubble bath
- £50 credit towards any wall art purchase
- £25 off your next session booked with Mihaela Mocanasu Photography
Basic
- Pre-session phone consultation
- 1-hour photo session
- 5 high-resolution digital images, beautifully edited and delivered via download
- 5 mounted 8"x10" prints (matching your chosen images)
- 1 birthday set up
- 1 baby outfit
- Baby and parents only (no siblings)
- Outfits for mum not included in this package
- No splash
Your Cake Smash Session, Step by Step
- Initial Contact: The first step is to check my availability. Please fill in the contact form with as many details as possible to help me better understand your vision and preferences. I recommend booking at least four weeks before your baby’s birthday. I take a limited number of sessions each month to ensure the highest quality of service, so it’s best to book well in advance.
- Secure Your Booking: A £95 non-refundable retainer is required to reserve your session date. This retainer will be deducted from your final order, confirming your booking and securing your spot on my calendar.
- Choose Your Package: During the booking process, you’ll choose the package that best suits your needs.
- Phone Consultation: Once your booking is secured, we’ll schedule a phone consultation to plan all the details of your cake smash session. We’ll review outfit choices, preferred themes and setups, any allergies I should be aware of, and the overall style you envision. This ensures everything is thoughtfully prepared and ideally suited to your little one.
- Provide The Cake: The birthday cake is not included in the photoshoot. I encourage you to provide a small cake in the agreed-upon colours and theme. This way, we can ensure that the cake meets your preferences and accommodates any allergies you may have.
- The Photoshoot: The session consists of a pre-cake portrait, a fun and messy cake smash, and a relaxing bubble bath splash to conclude. Throughout it all, I focus on creating a joyful, stress-free experience—capturing the giggles, curiosity, and pure delight of your baby’s big moment.
- Final Payment: The remaining balance for your session is due upon completion of the photoshoot. You can pay by bank transfer, card, or cash.
- Viewing Your Images: Approximately 3-4 weeks after your photoshoot, you will have access to a private online gallery to view your fully edited images and select your favourites.
- Ordering Additional Products: You can purchase extra digital files, prints, and wall art separately as à la carte products:
- Additional high-resolution digital image: £30
- The Wall Art page has a detailed price list for additional products.
- If narrowing it down feels impossible, you’re not alone. Many clients feel the same way. That’s why the Full Gallery is the most popular and valuable choice.
- Complete Gallery upgrades and wall art purchases are available with flexible payment options. I’ll provide a secure payment link where you can pay via credit card, PayPal, or Klarna (3 interest-free instalments) – whichever suits you best.
- Delivery of Your Products: Once you’ve selected your images, you can download your digital files. Your prints and wall art will be delivered to your home within up to 4 weeks.
Please note that unedited images are not included in any packages and are unavailable for purchase.
Your baby only turns one once – let’s make it unforgettable.
A joyful mess, a splash of colour, and portraits that radiate happiness.
✨ Book your cake smash photography session – and capture the magic of their first big celebration.
Frequently Asked Questions
If this is your first time planning a baby’s birthday photoshoot, you likely have a few questions – and that’s perfectly normal. Below are the most common ones parents ask when booking their baby’s first birthday session.
Absolutely. Your baby’s first birthday is more than just a milestone – it’s a joyful celebration of growth, love, and personality.
A first birthday photoshoot – especially a cake smash session – is the perfect way to capture this special moment. These playful, messy sessions are full of laughter and result in creative, one-of-a-kind portraits that beautifully reflect your baby’s unique spirit.
Each session is tailored to your little one’s personality, ensuring a relaxed and fun experience. It’s a vibrant and memorable alternative to traditional portraits – and a keepsake you’ll treasure for years.
To keep your session smooth and stress-free, here’s what I recommend bringing:
- A soft, baby-friendly cake (avoid fondant or intricate decorations)
- A backup outfit for your baby
- A change of clothes for after the smash
- Optional: any personal props you’d like to include
I also provide a curated selection of outfits for your baby and siblings, along with a wardrobe of elegant gowns for mums – so everyone feels included and special in your baby’s cake smash portraits.
No – and that’s intentional. Every baby has different dietary needs and sensitivities.
To keep your little one safe, I ask parents to bring their baby-friendly cake in the agreed theme and colour palette.
A simple sponge cake with soft icing works best – no fondant, food colouring, or complex elements.
If you’d like inspiration or a bakery recommendation, I will share examples from past birthday cake smash sessions in North West London.
Yes – absolutely! Including parents, siblings, or even pets adds warmth and meaning to your portraits.
Those shared smiles, snuggles, and giggles turn your baby’s milestone shoot into a joyful celebration of family love.
Bring coordinated outfits in soft, neutral tones for a polished, timeless look.
Typical – and not a problem at all.
Every baby reacts differently, and I always follow their lead. Some dig right in, while others take their time.
Even shy or curious expressions make for beautiful, heartfelt images. There’s no pressure or expectations—just a calm, baby-led session where I capture your little one’s personality as it is.
That’s what makes baby photography in London so meaningful.
Yes – and that’s half the fun! But don’t worry – I will take care of the setup and cleanup.
Your only job is to enjoy the experience, relax, and watch your little one explore their cake in my fully equipped North West London studio.
A joyful mess – beautifully handled.
I recommend booking your cake smash photography session in North West London at least 4 to 6 weeks in advance, especially if you’d like the shoot to happen close to your baby’s birthday.
This gives us time to plan the setup, confirm details, and prepare the perfect outfits.
If your baby’s birthday is coming up soon, don’t worry—just let me know, and I’ll always try to accommodate you.
I’d love to help you celebrate this joyful milestone.
Yes, absolutely! Every studio cake smash session begins with a brief, clean portrait segment before the cake is revealed.
These timeless shots are perfect for framed prints, birthday invitations, or simply capturing your baby at their best.
If you’re also considering updated family portraits or including siblings, look at my Family and portrait photography options—they’re a beautiful way to document your growing family.
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