Cake Smash Photoshoot Edinburgh
Cake smash photoshoot Edinburgh by Beautiful Bairns.
There’s hardly a sweeter way to celebrate your child’s first birthday than with a cake smash! A session with Beautiful Bairns is full of laughter, messy fun, and memories you’ll treasure forever.
Every cake smash is custom-designed to your chosen theme, so the possibilities are endless. Your little one can dive in, enjoy all the messy, joyful moments, and then be gently cleaned up in our beautiful roll-top bath — ready to head home fresh and happy.
Cake and a bubble bath? It really doesn’t get much better than that — the perfect way to capture a milestone full of smiles, giggles, and pure joy!
1st Birthday Cake Smash Photoshoot
Your cake smash session will be tailored perfectly to your little one and your chosen theme. The studio is full of fun sets, colourful props, and adorable outfits to make the session extra special. Your cake will be custom-designed by a talented local baker — and yes, gluten-free or allergy-friendly options are available, so everyone can join in the fun!
Not a fan of mess? No problem at all! Cake smashes don’t have to mean mountains of icing. A simple cupcake can be just as delightful, or why not try a fruit smash for a colourful, healthy twist? Whatever you choose, you can sit back and enjoy the giggles, splashes, and messy joy, knowing I’ll handle all the clean-up. It’s a session full of laughter, smiles, and memories you’ll treasure forever!
Based in Chesser, the Beautiful Bairns studio is easily reachable for families across Edinburgh and beyond — including Corstorphine, Morningside, Bruntsfield, Gorgie, Juniper Green and Craiglockhart.
Does it matter if baby has never had cake before?
Not at all! Your cake smash session is all about capturing your little one exploring, experimenting, and having fun — whether it’s tasting, touching, or just discovering the textures for the first time.
For some babies, it’s more of a sensory adventure than snack time! Some will happily smear icing everywhere, some dive face-first in, and others might be a little more tentative.
Whatever your baby’s approach, we’ll capture adorable, joyful portraits that you’ll treasure forever.
Can you provide a custom cake?
Absolutely! Your custom cake is included and made to order, then delivered straight to the studio — so you don’t need to worry about transporting it.
Cobbled streets, speed bumps, and cakes can be a tricky mix, but we take care of all of that for you, leaving you free to relax and enjoy the session!
Can you cater for allergies?
Yes, absolutely! My talented baker, Justyna from Just So Sweet, can create a variety of cakes to cater for allergies, ensuring every little one can join in the fun safely and deliciously.
How do we clean up baby afterwards?
A gentle wipe-down with wipes, followed by the ultimate treat — a daytime bath in my gorgeous mini roll-top bath!
Just the right size for little ones, it’s the perfect way to capture more adorable moments while your birthday VIP enjoys bubbles, splashes, and pure fun.
Soft towels are provided, so your little one can be wrapped up warm and cozy straight from the bath.
Do you have cake free options?
If cake isn’t your thing, don’t worry — there are plenty of cake-free options to celebrate your little one’s milestone!
A colourful fruit smash can be just as fun and full of personality, creating beautiful, vibrant images while keeping things healthy and playful. Whether it’s juicy berries, soft melon, or a mix of colourful fruits, your little one will have a blast exploring, tasting, and making a joyful mess — and you’ll have a collection of delightful, natural portraits to treasure forever.
Can we do a milk bath instead of a bubble bath?
For a truly dreamy alternative to a bubble bath, a milk bath session is a beautiful way to capture serene, delicate portraits of your little one. The soft, milky water creates a gentle, ethereal backdrop, perfect for highlighting tiny features and peaceful expressions.
You can add petals, flowers, for a touch of colour to make the scene uniquely yours, while your baby enjoys a calm, soothing experience. It’s a timeless and elegant way to create memorable, one-of-a-kind images that you’ll treasure forever.
CUSTOMER REVIEWS
Cake Smash Photography Edinburgh
Cake Smash Photoshoot Pricing
To book your cake smash photoshoot, a session fee of £75 is payable at the time of booking. You’ll choose your preferred collection when you return to the studio to view your gallery of beautifully edited cake smash images — a fun and special moment to relive the magic of your little one’s milestone.
Once your session is booked, you’ll receive:
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A session guide to help you prepare and feel confident for your cake smash photoshoot.
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Optional access to my client closet and personalised styling advice via phone or Zoom, so you feel relaxed and ready on the day.
After your cake smash session, we’ll schedule a return visit to view your images in person. This appointment includes refreshments and guidance on creating wall art and keepsakes for your home, helping you design a collection of memories you’ll treasure forever.
Digital Collections
COLLECTION 3
£250
- Five high resolution, fully edited digital images
- Personalised mobile phone app
COLLECTION 2
£350
- Ten high resolution, fully edited digital images
- Personalised mobile phone app
- Personalised slide show of your favourite images
COLLECTION 1
£450
- All (30+) Â high resolution fully edited digital images
- Personalised slide show of your images
- Personalised mobile phone app
- £100 credit towards any wall art purchase
CAKE SMASH PHOTOSHOOT
Products & Wall Art
A beautiful selection of professional print products is available, with custom sizing to perfectly suit your home.
If you have a particular space in mind, we’ll work together to find the ideal piece. I can help you choose the perfect size and style of frame with confidence — creating a display that becomes a cherished part of your home for years to come.
HOW TO BOOK YOUR CAKE SMASH PHOTOSHOOT
Most people have never booked a photoshoot before so I am often asked how the process works
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Get in touch
I’d love to answer any questions you have and help you feel confident and excited about your little one’s cake smash session.
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Choose your date
Pick the perfect day for your little one straight from my online calendar — simple, quick, and stress-free!
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Come to the studio
Relax, have fun, and enjoy every giggle, splash, and sweet moment during your little one’s cake smash photoshoot!
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Your Image Reveal
Come and see your beautifully edited gallery, and choose the collection and printed products that will bring your little one’s cake smash memories to life in your home.
GET IN TOUCH
If you’d like to find out more about a cake smash photoshoot
If you have any questions about a cake smash photoshoot, I’d love to help! I’m happy to answer over email, or if you’d prefer a chat, just let me know and we can speak by phone.
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