"Let Them Smash Cake" Sessions - lauraridleyphotography.com

Let Them Smash Cake Sessions

Because turning one deserves more than a party, it deserves a little bit of magic

The first birthday. 🥹
Somehow, the baby who fit in your arms is now smashing cake with a toothy grin and frosting on their toes.

Let Them Smash Cake Sessions are about celebrating that milestone; the joy, the giggles, the frosting-covered chaos, all wrapped in timeless, studio-style portraits you’ll actually want on your walls.

what to expect

Your session is pure fun. Playful, relaxed, and totally baby-led.
We let them explore, laugh, and make a happy mess while you sit back and soak in the sweetness.

✨ A fully styled in-studio setup (you choose your colour palette or theme)
✨ Gentle guidance to capture every real smile and curious glance
✨ Option to add a bath afterwards (because it gets messy - and bath photos are so stinkin' cute)
✨ Parent portraits included, because this milestone is yours too 💞

DIGITAL COLLECTIONS

After your session, you’ll receive a beautifully curated online gallery where you can relive every detail and choose the images you love most.

Digital collections and artwork are purchased separately, starting at $550 giving you the freedom to select exactly what speaks to your heart.
Whether you fall in love with just a few treasured images or want to preserve the whole story, you’ll have flexible options to fit your vision.

securing your session

Your session fee is required at the time of booking to secure your session time.

ready to celebrate?

Click below to reserve your Let Them Smash Cake Session so you can remember the giggles, the crumbs, and the beautiful chaos of turning one.

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The experience

Let me walk you through what to expect from your portrait experience and how it all works here at Laura Ridley Photography.

Step 1 - Booking

You love my work and are ready to book! Yay!

Since I also work as an ECE teacher (and I am actively studying towards my Bachelor of Teaching), I can only take on limited sessions each week.

Your due date will be scheduled into my calender and then once baby has arrived, and you are all settled - get in touch and we will schedule your session.

Step 2 - Pre-Consultation

A quick chat to get to know you and what you'd love from your session.

Step 3 - The session

This is where the magic happens!

When you arrive, the studio is already warm and cozy — just like a little cocoon — so your baby feels safe and settled. We’ll take our time, moving at your baby’s pace. If they need a feed, a cuddle, or a nappy change, that’s all part of the session. Nothing is rushed; everything is about making sure your baby (and you!) are comfortable.

I’ll gently guide your baby into natural, snuggly poses, highlighting those sweet details; tiny fingers, curled toes, wispy hair, and peaceful expressions. Soft wraps, delicate textures, and neutral tones are used to enhance their natural beauty without distraction. You’ll find yourself smiling as you watch your little one drift into a dreamy sleep, perfectly content under the warm lights.

Parents and siblings are always welcome to join in. These moments of connection become some of the most treasured images of all.

Step 4 - Online gallery

See your photos for the first time in your online gallery. Your gallery will be available to view and order from for 48 hours.

You will then be able to decide which photographs you would like to purchase and how you would like to display your photographs.

For more information on our products and pricing, see herez

LAURA RIDLEY PHOTOGRAPHY