First Birthday Cake Smash Photography in Mercer County, NJ

Fun, relaxed, and thoughtfully styled birthday portraits at my West Windsor studio.

Celebrate your baby’s first birthday with a guided cake smash experience designed around their personality. Choose from a simple themed mini session or fuller experiences with clean portraits, family photographs, wardrobe, and cake included with applicable packages.

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For photographs ready before the celebration, schedule your session approximately 3–4 weeks before your baby’s birthday.

Choose Your Cake Smash Experience

Select the session that fits your family and celebration. Package inclusions vary, so review each option for cake, outfits, family portraits, session length, and number of edited images.

A young girl sitting on the floor with a birthday cake in front of her, surrounded by pink and white balloons and fairy lights, in a decorated setting.
Baby girl celebrating her first birthday with a pink floral cake smash
Baby boy reaching for his cake during a blue celestial cake smash
Baby boy wearing a crown during a green jungle first-birthday cake smash
Girl celebrating her birthday in a purple carousel-themed portrait session.
Baby celebrating a first birthday with a black, gold, and white cake smash setup
Mini Cake Smash — Baby Only | 10 Images Mini Cake Smash — Baby Only | 10 Images
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Mini Cake Smash — Baby Only | 10 Images
$450.00 $550.00

• 30–40 minute studio session
• One pre-designed themed backdrop
• One cake-smash outfit provided
• Bring your own cake
• 10 professionally edited digital images
• Private online gallery for selecting your favorites
• Additional images available for $40 each
• Baby only; family and sibling portraits are not included

Classic Cake Smash | 20 Images Classic Cake Smash | 20 Images
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Classic Cake Smash | 20 Images
$575.00 $650.00

• One-hour studio session
• Two setups: clean portraits and a themed cake smash
• Up to two outfits provided
• Cake included; please notify me of any allergies
• 20 professionally edited digital images
• Family and sibling portraits included for immediate family
• Private online gallery for selecting your favorites
• Additional family members, including grandparents, are $100
• Backdrop options available at the studio

Signature Cake Smash | 30 Images Signature Cake Smash | 30 Images
Signature Cake Smash | 30 Images
$795.00

• One-hour studio session
• Two setups: clean portraits and a themed cake smash
• Up to two outfits provided
• Cake included; please notify me of any allergies
• 30 professionally edited digital images
• Family and sibling portraits included for immediate family
• Private online gallery for selecting your favorites
• Additional family members, including grandparents, are $100

Deluxe Cake Smash | Complete Gallery Deluxe Cake Smash | Complete Gallery
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Deluxe Cake Smash | Complete Gallery
$1,050.00 $1,200.00

• 1.5-hour studio session
• Two setups: clean portraits and a themed cake smash
• Up to two outfits provided
• Cake included; please notify me of any allergies
• Family and sibling portraits included
• Additional family members included
• Complete professionally edited gallery, typically 40–70 images
• Premium backdrop options available
• Session takes place at the West Windsor, NJ studio

Recent Cake Smash Celebrations

Explore a few custom first-birthday sessions created at my West Windsor studio. Every celebration is styled to reflect the child, chosen theme, and family’s preferences.

A young child in formal attire, sitting on the floor, is decorating a white birthday cake with a gold crown on top, with a festive blue celestial-themed backdrop and fairy lights.
A young girl with a bow in her hair sitting on the floor with a birthday cake in front of her, surrounded by pink and white balloons and string lights, celebrating her birthday.
Child celebrating first birthday with cake, wearing a green outfit with the number one, a crown, and sitting in front of a jungle-themed backdrop.
Young girl in a purple fairy princess dress and a crown with the number 7 on it, sitting on the floor with a birthday cake decorated with butterflies, in front of a carousel-themed backdrop with unicorns and balloons.
A smiling young girl in a pink dress sitting on the floor in front of a decorative backdrop with pink and white balloons, flowers, and fairy lights. There is a string of pearls and a sign that reads 'love' on the floor in front of her.
A young girl with curly hair and a floral headband, sitting on a reflective surface with cake scraps around her, in front of a pastel-themed backdrop with balloons, flowers, and a lace tent.
A family of three, including a woman, man, and young boy, sitting together on the floor in front of a balloon backdrop with pastel and metallic colors, some with confetti patterns and string lights, during a celebration.
A young child wearing a floral dress and a crown with pink roses sits on the floor in front of a pink balloon backdrop decorated with fairy lights, balls, and flowers. The child appears to be crying or upset, with a cake broken in front of her.
A smiling young boy sitting on the floor in front of a Halloween-themed backdrop with black, white, and gold balloons and a sign that says 'spooky'.
Baby celebrating first birthday with cake, wearing a blue shirt with the number 1 and "birthday" written on it, surrounded by balloons and football decorations.
Decorative birthday setup with pink balloons, flowers, fairy lights, a small cake with a 'happy birthday' topper, and a sign that says 'one'.
Decorative carousel with white and purple horses, surrounded by balloons and flowers, with butterflies and golden accents.
Decorative scene with pink cherry blossom branches, a cardboard facade resembling a shopfront with striped awning, white boxes with black ribbons, artificial flowers, a model of the Eiffel Tower, and small accents like a chandelier and fairy lights.
Decorative floral display with cream-colored balloons, white butterflies, and small purple and pink flowers arranged around a white background.
Decorative scene with animal illustrations, including a leopard and an elephant, surrounded by metallic and pastel-colored balloons and greenery.
A wedding backdrop decorated with pink and purple flowers, balloons, and disco balls, with a white arch and a banner reading 'LOVE'.
A pink and white indoor baby's nursery decor with a carousel horse, curtains, and fairy lights.
Decorative balloon arrangement with pink, white, and pearl-colored balloons, accented with white flowers and greenery, arranged in heart-shaped displays on a white background.
Silver and black party decorations featuring balloons, paper flowers, and a chandelier, with beaded curtain backdrop and text indicating a 75x60 inch size from Fancy Fabric & Props.
Decorative backdrop featuring a pink castle with blue turrets, set against a pink wall adorned with pink roses and cherry blossoms. There is cursive writing faintly visible in the background.
Decorative backdrop with white and blush flowers, white pillars, and a white distressed wooden plank, promoting Fancy Fabric & Props with the website www.fancyprops.com.
Decorative pink backdrop with Paris-themed paper cutouts including the Eiffel Tower, hot air balloons, and a carousel, decorated with pink roses and fairy lights.
Decorative pink and white balloons arranged around two white crates with floral arrangements, set against a pink background with a quote in the center that reads "Fancy Fabric & Props" and the website www.fancyprops.com, with butterfly and flower dec
A cluster of pastel-colored balloons including pink, purple, and white, arranged with small purple flowers and green leaves. The balloons are of various sizes and form a decorative display. Text overlay reads 'Fancy Fabric & Props www.fancyprops.com
Pink castle-themed backdrop with windows, wearing a pink dress, decorated with string lights, heart-shaped lights, and pink and white decorations, possibly for a party or event.
Pink, gold, and champagne balloon backdrop with decorative gifts, floral arrangements, lanterns, and a pink sequin tablecloth for celebration or party decor.
A wall decorated with white balloons, pink flowers, and green foliage, with text overlay reading 'Fancy Fabric & Props' and the website 'www.fancyprops.com'.
A fantasy-themed castle with blue pointed roofs and tall spires, decorated with gold accents. Surrounding the castle are white and blue decorative elements resembling carriage wheels, adorned with blue flowers and gold accents. Gold and silver hangin
Decorative backdrop with pink and white balloons, pink ribbons, and pastel-colored boxes for a celebration or event.
Decorative pink and white background with gold stars and a large unicorn balloon surrounded by pink roses and fairy lights.
Decorative display with pink and purple flowers, lace dreamcatchers, and glass jars on white shelves against a pink wall with a gold geometric pattern. Text reads 'Fancy Props & Favors, www.fancyprops.com', size 60x50 inches.
A crescent-shaped balloon display with white and light blue balloons, illuminated by string lights, with text overlay that reads 'Fancy Favors & Props' and the website 'www.fancyprops.com'. It is a decorative backdrop for events.
Decorative backdrop with black, white, gold, and clear balloons, and a silver curtain with hanging reflectors, for a celebration or party.
Small white birthday cake with cream decoration on a cake stand, in front of blue and white balloons and a blue sign that reads "one" and "Julie Wagner Photography".
Watercolor illustrations of hot air balloons floating in the sky with clouds background and text 'Fancy Fabric & Props' and website 'www.fancyprops.com'.
Backdrop covered with blue bubbles and floating rubber ducks, with some ducks on shelves and the floor, and white towels.
A floral backdrop with purple and pink flowers and greenery, arranged with a white lattice structure and decorated with roses and hydrangeas.
Decorative wedding or event backdrop featuring a wooden tent structure with pink and white flowers, greenery, and lantern-style decorations against a light pink patterned wall.
A decorative balloon arrangement with black, white, cream, and blue balloons, including checkered and tire-themed balloon patterns and Route 66 signs, arranged against a dark background for a car or racing theme.
Decorative backdrop with beige, white, and gray balloons arranged in a semi-circle, a wooden toy car with a large number '1' on its side, checkered cone-shaped banner flags, and a beige circular backdrop with the text 'Fancy Fabric Props' and a websi
Blue birthday party decorations with gold and white stars, gold balls, crowns, and streamers, with a blue backdrop.
Balloon garland with white, light blue, and gold balloons, accented with white flowers, displayed against a light blue background.
Decorative display featuring a painted green vintage truck with the words 'Shamrock Farms' and a shamrock symbol. The truck is surrounded by greenery and four-leaf clovers, with string lights and burlap banners hanging above against a green striped b
Balloon arrangement with blue and white balloons, featuring marine animal cutouts like dolphins, whales, octopuses, and turtles, set against a neutral background.
Soccer-themed party decoration with soccer balls, trophies, red star-shaped lights, and a mini soccer goal, set against a backdrop of a stadium with bright blue lights and string lights overhead.
A collection of blue, light blue, and white balloons in various sizes, clustered together, with a watermark reading 'Fancy Props' and 'www.fancyprops.com' across the image.
Pink and white balloon backdrop with pink heart-shaped balloons and white round balloons, with text overlay reading 'Fancy Fabric & Props' and website 'www.fancyprops.com'.
Baby shower decorations with a blue background featuring white outline icons of baby bottles, pacifiers, bibs, bottles, baby shoes, and baby-related items. There are black gift boxes, baby bottles filled with lights, and blue pacifier clips in the fo
Decorative backdrop featuring a balloon arrangement in cream, gold, light blue, and silver, with star-shaped and round balloons, and a pedal car with the number 1. The background has a blue wall with a space theme, including illustrations of vintage
Decorative setup with pink and white balloons, flowers, and butterflies on a light background
Elegant black and silver party backdrop with hanging beads, balloons, paper flowers, and a crystal chandelier for a celebration.
Decorative pink backdrop featuring a paper cutout of the Eiffel Tower, a carousel with horses, hot air balloons, and ornaments of pink roses and flowers at the bottom.
Decorative backdrop featuring gold, beige, and green balloons, faux tropical leaves, a cardboard Jeep with a sign, paper animals including a giraffe, elephant, and zebra, small lanterns, and greenery for a safari-themed event.
Decorative backdrop with pink and white balloons, pink ribbons, and paper gift boxes.
Decorative background with pink and white flowers, featuring a wooden shelf, white candle holders, and white flowers with gold accents, promoting Fancy Fabric & Props and their website
Decorative backdrop featuring a castle with blue rooftops, ornate golden accents, and white stone walls, surrounded by gold and silver hanging streamers, blue and white balloons with crown symbols, and floral arrangements at the base.
Arrangement of pink, purple, and white balloons with small flowers on a white background, with text overlay advertising Fancy Fabric & Props and the website www.fancyprops.com, dimensions 96x60.
Decorative backdrop with pink, white, and rose gold balloons, floral arrangements, and butterflies on a pink background.
Decorated Disney castle backdrop with pink and blue color scheme, surrounded by pink roses and floral arrangements, ideal for a princess or fairy tale themed event.
Decorative display featuring a wooden teepee tent decorated with flowers, surrounded by lanterns and flower arrangements, set against a pink, patterned background.
Decorative wall arrangement with purple and pink flowers, including roses and hydrangeas, against a white textured wall, with a wooden lattice and an assortment of flowers at the base.
A decorative backdrop featuring floating rubber ducks, balloons, and the words "fancy tabic & pops" with the website "fancypops.com". There are larger rubber ducks on shelves, surrounded by smaller ducks, blue towels, and transparent balloons.
Illustration of colorful hot air balloons floating in a cloudy sky with a blue background.
Decorative display of five dreamcatchers with lace and fabric ribbons on a pink wall with gold pattern, surrounded by pink and purple flowers and glass jars with flowers and fairy lights, with the text "Fancy Props" and the website "www.fancyprops.co
Decorative pink, gold, and rose-colored balloons with white and pink paper pom-poms, lanterns, gift boxes, and a pink backdrop, creating a festive celebration scene.

Cake Smash Photography in Mercer County, NJ | First Birthday Cake Smash Sessions

Celebrate the Sweetest Milestone with a Custom Cake Smash Session

Your baby's first year is full of unforgettable milestones.

The first smile.

The first laugh.

The first tooth.

The first crawl.

And before you know it… the first birthday is here.

It feels impossible that an entire year has already passed.

That is exactly why cake smash photography has become one of the most loved traditions for families. It's more than adorable photos of frosting-covered fingers and messy smiles—it's a celebration of your baby's first year and everything your family has experienced together.

At Svetlana Boyko Photography, I specialize in Cake Smash Photography in Mercer County, NJ, creating custom-designed first birthday sessions that are fun, stress-free, and completely personalized for every child.

Your Baby Only Turns One Once

There are many birthdays ahead, but there is only one first birthday.

That first year is filled with so many "firsts" that parents often don't realize how quickly it has passed until they're planning a birthday party.

A cake smash session lets you slow down for just a little while and celebrate everything your baby has accomplished during that incredible first year.

Years from now, you'll look back at those frosting-covered cheeks, tiny fingers, and joyful expressions with a smile.

Those memories never go out of style.

Every Session Is Custom Designed

One of the things parents love most is that no two sessions are exactly alike.

Every cake smash is designed around your vision.

Whether you prefer something elegant and timeless or colorful and playful, I work with you to create a unique setup that reflects your baby's personality and your family's style.

Popular themes include:

  • Floral

  • Woodland

  • Teddy Bear

  • Boho

  • Vintage

  • Princess

  • Race Cars

  • Jungle

  • Safari

  • Space

  • Construction

  • Farm

  • Minimalist

  • Seasonal themes

  • Custom color palettes

If you have an idea, let's make it happen!

No Stress—I Take Care of Everything

Planning a first birthday party can be overwhelming.

Your photo session shouldn't be.

I provide nearly everything you need, including:

  • Custom-designed backdrop

  • Props

  • Decorations

  • Beautiful outfits and dresses for girls

  • Accessories

  • Cake coordination (when included in your package)

  • Professional lighting

  • Studio setup

One of my favorite things to hear from parents is:

"I didn't have to worry about anything."

You simply bring your happy baby, and I'll take care of the rest.

Beautiful Dresses Included

For baby girls, I have a growing collection of beautiful, one-of-a-kind dresses selected specifically for cake smash sessions.

These aren't everyday outfits—they're chosen to photograph beautifully and complement each custom setup.

No shopping.

No guessing what will match.

Everything is ready when you arrive.

Three Sessions in One

A cake smash session is much more than smashing a cake.

Most sessions include three parts:

Classic Portraits

We begin with clean portraits before the cake comes out.

These timeless images often become family favorites.

Cake Smash

Then comes the fun.

Some babies dive right in.

Some carefully poke the frosting.

Some are unsure at first.

Every reaction is different, and that's what makes each gallery unique.

There is no right or wrong way to enjoy cake.

I simply capture your baby's genuine personality.

Safety Always Comes First

Your baby's safety and comfort are always my top priority.

The studio is cleaned before every session.

Props are sanitized.

Sessions move at your baby's pace.

If your little one needs a break, a snack, or extra cuddles, we simply pause.

Happy babies create the best memories.

Professional Editing

Every selected image receives individual professional editing.

Editing includes:

  • Color correction

  • Lighting adjustments

  • Background cleanup

  • Skin retouching

  • Temporary scratch removal

  • Cake cleanup when needed

The goal is always natural, timeless images that still look like your child.

What Makes My Cake Smash Sessions Different?

Many studios offer cake smash photography.

My goal is to offer an experience.

Parents often tell me they appreciate:

✔ Personalized themes

✔ Beautiful handmade details

✔ Studio wardrobe

✔ Patience with children

✔ Fun, relaxed environment

✔ Professional editing

✔ Variety of images

✔ Guidance throughout the session

Every child is different.

Some love the cake immediately.

Others need time.

Some spend the session laughing.

Others are more serious.

I never force reactions.

Instead, I work with your child's personality to create authentic photographs.

When Should You Schedule?

The best time for a cake smash session is usually 3-4 weeks before your baby's first birthday.

This gives you plenty of time to:

  • Use the photos for birthday invitations

  • Display them at the party

  • Share them with family

  • Celebrate the milestone before the birthday

What Should Parents Bring?

Most of the preparation is already done for you.

I simply recommend bringing:

  • A bottle or favorite drink

  • Small snacks (if needed)

  • Wipes

  • A towel

  • Extra diapers

  • Comfort item if your baby has one

Everything else is ready when you arrive.

A Relaxed Studio Experience

The studio is designed to make your experience easy.

Parents can relax while I guide the session.

I know how quickly toddlers lose interest, so sessions are planned to keep things moving while allowing plenty of time for smiles, curiosity, and fun.

Serving Families Throughout Mercer County, NJ

Families travel to my studio from:

  • Princeton

  • West Windsor

  • Princeton Junction

  • Plainsboro

  • Hamilton

  • Lawrenceville

  • Robbinsville

  • Cranbury

  • Pennington

  • Hopewell

  • East Windsor

  • Monroe

  • Mercer County

  • Middlesex County

  • Bucks County, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

What if my baby doesn't like cake?

That's perfectly okay!

Some babies love it.

Some barely touch it.

Some simply enjoy playing with the frosting.

Every reaction creates wonderful memories.

Can siblings join?

Yes!

Many families include siblings or parents for a few portraits before the cake smash begins.

What if my child cries?

We simply slow down.

I never rush children.

Sometimes a short break is all they need.

Do I need to buy decorations?

No.

Your setup is professionally designed before your arrival.

Do you provide outfits?

Yes.

I have beautiful dresses for girls and accessories to complement many themes.

More Than Just a Birthday

A cake smash session isn't really about the cake.

It's about celebrating one amazing year of growth, love, and unforgettable memories.

Your tiny newborn has become a curious little explorer.

They've learned to smile, crawl, laugh, and discover the world.

This session celebrates that journey.

Years from now, you'll remember the frosting on their nose, the giggles, the tiny hands reaching into the cake, and the joy of watching your little one turn one.

Those memories deserve more than phone snapshots.

They deserve to become family treasures.

If you're looking for Cake Smash Photography in Mercer County, NJ, I'd love to help create a personalized, stress-free experience that celebrates your baby's biggest milestone with beautiful, timeless photographs you'll cherish forever.

Book your session early to secure your preferred date, and let's create a first birthday celebration your family will never forget.