There is something truly magical about celebrating a baby’s first birthday. It is a joyful milestone for not just the little one but for their entire family. I have been lucky enough to watch this sweet boy grow since he was in his mama’s belly. One of the most greatest traditions is a One Year Cake Smash Portrait Session. It is messy, fun-filled and a great way for babies to experience cake.

Recently, I had the pleasure of photographing Mav’s cake smash session and let me tell you, he was all smiles.

For Mav’s session, mama and I worked together to decide what outfits to go with (mama had some ideas and they were absolutely perfect). When we knew the colors of the outfit that mama wanted him in for the cake smash portion, I sent the photo off to my local baker that I use for every cake smash.

Cake Smashes always take place in the Rio, WI Studio and are minimalistic and clean setup. The focus is entirely on baby and it honestly makes for the most classic and beautiful portraits. I love that Mav’s parents also chose to do the Parent Add-On where they can jump in front of the camera as well to get some beautiful family portraits to really add to the excitement of their baby turning one. The fact that mom and dad stood in my studio one year ago with a brand new baby and then again one year later was so exciting.

The cake itself was perfect as always, Nikki- my baker had made the cake absolutely perfect and matches Mav’s outfit wonderfully.

Cake Smashes are truly a unique way to mark your baby’s first year. They are a blend of celebration, exploration, and joy. I not only tell parents that we are celebrating their baby’s first birthday but them. They made it through their first year with their baby and that is worth celebrating too!

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