Photographing Your Baby’s First Year:
Every Smile, Sit and Splash!
From that first wobbly sit-up to a cake-covered grin on their first birthday, your little one packs a lot of personality into twelve short months. My Milestone Sessions are designed to celebrate every giggle, gummy smile and new trick so you can remember it all, long after the toys have been outgrown.
More than just a milestone…
From tiny toes, to toothy grins.
Celebrate your little one with natural timeless photography.
Key milestone options
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Sitter Session (around 6–9 months) – those cute chubby toes and confident sits.
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Cake Smash & Splash – the ultimate celebration for turning one: cake smash photography followed by a warm Bubble Bath Splash.
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Simple Portrait Updates – perfect for any milestone moments after the sitter stage.
Why choose a Milestone Session?
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Timeless style – Photographed in my natural‑light studio with white walls and floor for a clean, crisp backdrop that never dates. The focus stays on your child—no busy props in sight.
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Real smiles, real personalities – I gently guide rather than over‑pose, capturing authentic children’s photography that tells your baby’s story.
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Stress‑free experience – As a mum (and professional bribery‑with‑bubbles expert) I’m calm, patient and fully prepared for toddler plot‑twists. You just enjoy the show.
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Everything provided – From a studio wardrobe for babies and mums to a beautiful cake for smash sessions, I’ve got the details covered.
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Simple Session
Perfect for:
Classic sitter session, or older children beyond the first year
Child portraits in one outfit
Parent or sibling photos
5 digitals
Approx. 30 mins
£195
Splash Session
Best for:
Babies who can sit steadily up to 18 months
Portraits in one outfit
Parent or sibling photos
Bubble Bath Splash session
8 digitals
Approx. 45 mins
£245
Cake & Splash Session
Great for:
First birthday photo shoot lovers who don’t mind a little icing in their hair
Cake smash session with cake provided
Bubble Bath Splash Session
Child portraits plus parent & sibling photos
Approx. 60 mins
£395
Here’s what you can expect
Sessions are relaxed, baby-led, and designed to keep things simple for you. When you arrive at the studio, I’ll welcome you in, give you time to settle your little one, and we’ll ease into the session gently – no rush, no pressure.
Each session starts with portraits of your child in one carefully chosen outfit (you can use your own or borrow something from the studio wardrobe). I’ll guide the shoot with simple prompts and poses to help bring out real expressions, whether that’s wide smiles or quiet curiosity.
If your session includes a cake smash or bubble bath, I’ll take care of all the setup – from providing the cake to making sure the water’s just right. All you need to bring is a towel, a few wipes, and maybe a spare outfit (for you and baby!).
You don’t need to worry about how your child behaves – I’ve worked with every kind of mood, from shy sitters to cake-smashing superstars. I keep things calm, playful and flexible so we can capture genuine moments that reflect who they are.
Where would we do a branding photography session?
There are plenty of choices and it does depend very much on your business and brand. If you have a business location (a shop or office, for example) we could do it there. If you’re a home based business, we could use your home if you want. Another option is to plan your session in my natural light studio. It’s a neutral, well-lit space that can be dressed up and turned into an office or workspace for your session with some creative thought and planning.
What should I wear for a branding photography session?
This is a question we’ll definitely tackle in the planning stages of your session. Ideally, you’ll want a couple of outfit changes. You might want to showcase your brand colours through your clothing, or having photographs taken that’ll carry you through multiple seasons. Choosing what to wear is a big part of planning your session but I promise I’ll be there to help you every step of the way.
Should I get my hair and makeup done?
This is entirely up to you and it probably will depend on what sort of budget you have for the session. I would recommend spending a bit of time and effort in this area before your session though as you’re going to be using these photos to showcase your business so you probably want to show the best version of yourself as much as possible. If you’d like recommendations for people to do your hair and makeup, I’d be happy to supply some names.
Are you insured?
Absolutely! I have insurance for my equipment and public liability.
I get nervous in front of the camera. Will that be an issue?
I promise you won’t be the first person to feel nervous about having their photo taken. I bring everything I know from my background as a wedding and family photographer to your session and that includes how to help you feel more comfortable in front of the camera. I have a lot of tricks up my sleeve and I usually manage to help people relax in just a few minutes so in a branding session with a little bit more time, I’m pretty sure you’ll be absolutely fine.
Can you also do video?
I can! Short videos that show off what you do really complement branding photography as sometimes people need to see what you do in action rather than in still images. We can also include voice over audio so you can get your message across. A short video is a great way to feature your brand and video on your website will definitely help to get your business noticed.
It’s time to take your business to the next level!
