Derry NH Cake Smash Photographer

Celebrate Your Baby’s First Year with Cake and Giggles

Baby cake smash portrait with pink balloons, serving Salem, Windham, Derry and Londonderry, NH families.

First-birthday portraits for Derry families take place at my private Salem studio, at 89 Stiles Road near I-93 Exit 2. Your session brings together classic portraits, a cake smash and a bubble-bath finish, with the cake and balloon garland provided. We plan the details before you arrive so the appointment can follow your baby’s pace.

Let's Start Planning Your Session

Smiling child in a pale collared shirt on a cream backdrop, portraits serving Salem, Windham, Derry and Londonderry, NH.

Baby in navy overalls reaching for a blue cake, cake smash sessions serving Salem, Windham, Derry and Londonderry, NH.

Worried About the Mess or Meltdowns? I’ve Got You!

A first birthday does not have to mean an elaborate theme. Start with a favorite outfit and two or three colors you would enjoy seeing in an album or on your walls. I will help coordinate those choices with the cake and balloons. If your baby needs time to warm up, we can begin with simple portraits before introducing the cake.

Baby-Led Sessions

Clean-Up Included

Fully Styled Setups

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Sage, gold and peach balloon garland for cake smash sessions serving Salem, Windham, Derry and Londonderry, NH.

Why Families Love Working with Me

Baby in a pink floral tulle dress playing peek-a-boo, portraits serving Salem, Windham, Derry and Londonderry, NH.

Time to Warm Up

We start gently and let your baby get comfortable before the cake.

Simple Birthday Styling

Bring the birthday outfit you love and a clean change for after the bath. We will discuss colors and cake details in advance, including any allergies or a cake you prefer to bring yourself.

One Studio Appointment

Portraits and cake smash, together at my Salem studio.

I specialize in working with little ones — knowing when to pause, how to engage them, and how to make your baby’s first birthday experience extra special. Here’s what makes my sessions unique:

A Birthday to Remember

Keep the expressions you love in an album or birthday display.

Baby peeking over a white bathtub after a cake smash, portraits serving Salem, Windham, Derry and Londonderry, NH.

What age is best for a cake smash? 

Most families schedule sessions between 11–12 months to use the photos for birthday invites and celebrations.

Do you provide the cake? 

Yes! I provide a complimentary simple three layer white cake. You can provide the cake topper or use the one I have. You're welcome to provide the cake if you have something in mind. Please notify me of any allergies.

What happens if my baby cries or won’t cooperate? 

Totally normal! I allow plenty of time for breaks and let your baby lead the way to ensure natural, happy moments.

How long is the session? 

Sessions typically last 45–60 minutes, depending on your baby’s mood. I keep things rather fast so we can get in as many pictures as possible while baby is happy.