How do I book a cake smash session?

Booking is easy! Simply contact us through our website, email, or phone to discuss availability and details. A deposit may be required to secure your date.

What should my little one wear?

We have a complete client closet for one-year-olds, or you can bring your own curated outfits to match your theme.

How long will the session take?

Session times vary depending on your child’s needs, but we plan around nap and meal times to create a smooth experience from start to finish.

Can families be included in the photos?

Absolutely! Family portraits can be included in the session in addition to the cake smash photos.

Connecticut Cake Smash Photography

A collection of joyful first birthday portraits created in my Waterbury, Connecticut studio. From beautifully styled cake smash portraits to sweet one-year milestone images, each session is designed to capture your little one's personality and this unforgettable stage of childhood.

Toddler in a white tub at a strawberry-themed first birthday party with balloons and pastel decor

Smiling baby girl in a pink tutu dress with a floral headband, sitting on a pink block holding wooden balls

Baby sitting beside a one year old cake with balloon arch and pastel birthday backdrop

Baby in brown hooded outfit sitting in a white wooden crib with four teddy bears wearing party hats

Toddler girl in a woven swing in a boho nursery with soft neutral decor

Baby sitting under teal, gold, and white balloons with a glittery ONE sign at a first birthday party.

Smiling baby girl in purple dress on a rocking chair with balloons and one year birthday decor

Baby in white tub with pink and red balloons, flowers, and strawberry themed decor for a first birthday photo.

Smiling toddler in green overalls sitting on a white wooden toy against a plain green background

Smiling toddler in a white dress at a pastel butterfly and balloon first birthday party backdrop

Smiling toddler in a lavender outfit sitting on a block against a pastel purple background

smiling one-year-old sitting in white chair surrounded by first birthday decorations

one year old portrait of little boy on sage background

one year old portrait of baby boy on rattan chair with festive background

twin boy and girl one year old photoshoot with neutral colors

one year old boy in a suit outfit sitting on a vintage car beneath a blue and gold balloon arch

one year old child smiling in a white bathtub surrounded by flowers and a soft floral backdrop

one year old girl sitting in a pink and white strawberry themed birthday setup

one year old girl in a pink dress sitting beside her birthday cake in a soft pink and white floral setup

one year old girl in a dusty purple dress surrounded by purple and gold balloons in a first birthday setup

one year old boy smiling while playing with wooden blocks in a simple studio setting

one year old portrait of a baby girl on a soft mauve backdrop

Capturing Fun, Messy & Memorable First Birthday Moments

Celebrate your little one’s first birthday with joyful, beautifully styled portraits designed around their personality. From classic cake smash sessions to playful one-year milestone portraits, every detail is thoughtfully planned to create images you’ll treasure for years to come.

Portraits by Chaya offers a full-service cake smash photography experience in Waterbury, Connecticut, with custom styling, carefully selected props, and a relaxed studio environment where your little one can simply enjoy the moment.

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Kind Words

We had an absolutely wonderful experience with Chaya! She went above and beyond to help us select the perfect photos and studio setting for our daughter's cake smash and 1-year-old photoshoot. Her attention to detail and creativity truly made the photoshoot special. The final photos are stunning, capturing precious memories that we will cherish forever. Highly recommend!

- A.M.

Cake Smash Photography FAQ

1. When should I book my cake smash session?

I recommend booking your cake smash session when your baby is around 9–10 months old. This gives us plenty of time to plan your session, select the perfect styling and details, and create a beautiful setup to celebrate your little one’s first birthday.

2. Is the cake included in the session?

Yes! Your cake is included and is thoughtfully coordinated with your session styling. Each cake is created by one of my professional bakers and will be freshly prepared and ready for you when you arrive at the studio, so everything is taken care of for you.

3. Can we include family and sibling portraits?

Absolutely! I actually recommend including family portraits during your one-year session. This is such a wonderful time to capture updated images of your family together while celebrating this special milestone. Sibling portraits can also be included to document these memories with the people your little one loves most.

Connecticut Cake Smash Photography

Capturing Fun, Messy & Memorable First Birthday Moments

Kind Words

Cake Smash Photography FAQ

1. When should I book my cake smash session?

2. Is the cake included in the session?

3. Can we include family and sibling portraits?

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