Documenting Baby’s First Year in Photos: From Newborn Snuggles to Cake Smash Smiles
The first year of your baby’s life is a whirlwind of precious milestones and fleeting moments. As a Nashville newborn photographer, I’m passionate about helping families preserve these memories through timeless, professional photography. In this blog, I’ll walk you through the importance of documenting each major milestone: the newborn stage, sitter/tummy time, and the exciting one-year cake smash.
Newborn Session: The Start of the Journey
There’s nothing quite like those first days with your baby—tiny fingers and toes, sleepy smiles, and the tender newness of your growing family. A newborn photography session captures these irreplaceable moments within the first few weeks of life when babies are still curled up and sleepy.
These sessions focus on the details that make your little one unique, like their wispy hair and pouty lips. It’s the perfect opportunity to freeze those delicate, early days that pass in the blink of an eye. Preparing for your newborn session is simple: we’ll schedule it around your due date, and I’ll guide you every step of the way to ensure the session is comfortable for both you and your baby.
Sitter/Tummy Time Session: Milestone Moments
Fast forward a few months, and your baby is hitting one of the most exciting milestones: sitting up! Sitter sessions, typically done around 6-9 months, highlight your baby’s growing personality and newfound skills. Whether they’re showing off their chubby cheeks while sitting unassisted or giggling during tummy time, this stage is all about capturing their curiosity and joy.
These sessions also feature a variety of props and setups to bring out the charm of this playful phase. If you have chosen SPP as your newborn photographer, I love using some of the props that we used during your newborn session to show how much your baby has grown at the sitter session. It’s the perfect way to remember the moment your little one transitions from a newborn into a curious, expressive baby.
One Year & Cake Smash: The Grand Finale
When we welcome you to the studio for your one-year session, your baby will be greeted with a birthday sign and their own custom cake. We will start the session with simple milestone photos that complement the milestone photos we took during your baby’s first year. Celebrating your baby’s first birthday is a momentous occasion, and what better way to mark it than with a cake smash session? This milestone session is full of fun, mess, and laughter as your baby explores (and devours) their very own cake.
From timeless portraits to the chaotic joy of smashing a cake, these sessions are a blend of beauty and fun. Not only do they document your baby’s growth, but they also create treasured memories for years to come. Plus, they’re a huge hit with family and friends when shared!
Why These Milestones Matter
Each of these sessions tells a unique part of your baby’s story. Together, they create a beautiful narrative of your baby’s first year—a year full of growth, discovery, and love. These photos become family heirlooms, cherished by parents and grandparents alike, and serve as a reminder of how much your little one has grown.
Book Your Baby’s First-Year Sessions Today
As a Nashville baby photographer, I specialize in creating timeless, heartfelt images that celebrate your baby’s milestones. Don’t miss the chance to document your little one’s first year—it goes by faster than you think!
Let’s capture these moments together. Click here to contact me or book your session today.