Booking a cake smash session is such an exciting way to celebrate your baby’s first year. But if you're like many parents, you might be wondering... what if my baby doesn't like the cake? What if they cry, ignore it, or want nothing to do with frosting?
You’re not alone—this is a very common concern. The good news? No matter how your baby reacts, we always capture sweet, real, and memorable moments. Here's a look at what really happens during a cake smash (and why you don't need to stress).
1. Not Every Baby "Smashes"
Despite the name, not all babies dive headfirst into their cake. Some poke at it delicately, some stare at it suspiciously, and others take a single taste and call it a day. And that’s totally okay! The magic is in their authentic reactions—not in the mess.
2. We Start with Warm-Up Shots
Before the cake even comes out, we ease into the session with clean portraits. That way, even if the baby decides they’re not into frosting, you still have adorable milestone images to treasure.
3. Babies Are Unpredictable (and That’s the Fun Part)
Some babies go from curious to covered in icing in a matter of seconds. Others stay clean the whole time. Either way, we’re ready to roll with it! We keep things flexible, fun, and baby-led.
4. The Setup Steals the Show
Even if baby isn’t cake-crazy, the themed setup, cute outfits, and tiny reactions are more than enough to make the session memorable. Sometimes it's the wide-eyed look or tiny foot in the cake that ends up being everyone's favorite photo.
5. There’s Always the Splash Option
We often follow cake smashes with a bubble bath or splash session. Babies usually love this part, and it's a great chance to capture playful, giggly moments to end the session on a happy note.
6. We Come Prepared
As photographers, we've seen every kind of reaction: the frosting fanatics, the frosting-phobic, the totally unimpressed. We know how to gently encourage engagement without pressure, and we always have tricks up our sleeve (like favorite snacks or toys) to help baby warm up.
Final Thought:
A cake smash session is more about celebrating your baby's big milestone than getting the "perfect" cake shot. However your little one responds, the photos will be uniquely them in this moment—and that’s what makes them priceless.
So if you’re worried your baby won’t love the cake... You might be right! But I promise you’ll still love the experience and the memories we create.
Want help planning a stress-free cake smash? Let’s chat about making it fun and personalized for your little one!
