Salem 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.

Celebrate your baby’s first birthday at Danielle Bustamante Photography, 89 Stiles Road in Salem, NH 03079. My private studio is near I-93 Exit 2, and sessions are by appointment. We create a varied gallery with first-birthday portraits, a cake smash and a bubble-bath finale, with the cake, balloon garland and cleanup taken care of.

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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!

The studio is prepared before you arrive, so there is no birthday setup to build or mess to take home. We begin with portraits while your baby’s outfit is clean, then introduce the cake and finish with the little bath. You can stay close throughout the session while I guide the photographs and follow your baby’s comfort level.

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.

A Gentle First Birthday

A curious look or a small taste can be a lovely birthday portrait.

A Prepared Salem Studio

Simple backgrounds and coordinated colors keep the attention on your baby’s expressions. We will plan the cake and balloon garland before the session, with room to discuss an outfit, topper or meaningful detail you would like to bring.

Setup and Cleanup Included

Your birthday set is ready at the Salem studio before you arrive.

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:

More Than the Cake

Choose portraits of your baby before the first frosting-covered hands.

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.