There’s something so magical about celebrating a baby’s very first birthday, and Sofia’s session was nothing short of enchanting. From start to finish, her cake smash was filled with joy, giggles, and the sweetest fairy-tale moments. Sofia’s first birthday cake smash was filled with magic, laughter, and unforgettable memories. From fairy wings to frosting-covered fingers, it was a celebration of everything that makes turning one so special.
1. A Sweet Beginning – Portraits in a Mini Theme
Before we dove into the cake fun, we started with Sofia’s portraits in a separate, simple little setup. This gave us a chance to capture her big smiles, curious eyes, and those tiny expressions that parents always want to remember. She absolutely lit up in front of the camera – a true little star in the making!





2. The Enchanted Garden Fairy Cake Smash
For her main theme, Sofia transformed into the most adorable garden fairy. Surrounded by whimsical florals, greenery, and fairy-like details, she looked like she had stepped right out of a storybook.
And then came the cake… 🍰
The moment we placed the cake in front of her, Sofia’s eyes widened with excitement. She didn’t hold back – she loved every bit of it! From tiny frosting-covered fingers to cheeky cake-filled smiles, she made the most of her first birthday treat. Watching her curiosity turn into pure delight was such a joy.





3. Splish, Splash – Fairy Garden Bath Time
After all that cake fun, it was time for a clean-up in the cutest way possible – a little bath setup, styled in the same garden fairy theme. Bubbles, splashes, and big smiles made this part of the session just as fun as the cake smash itself. Sofia enjoyed every second, and it gave us the chance to capture even more playful moments.




4. Family Love – White Backdrop Portraits
To end the session, we brought the whole family together for timeless portraits on a plain white background. These clean, classic shots were the perfect way to balance the whimsical fairy theme, giving the family images they’ll treasure for years.
One of the most heartwarming parts of the day was watching Sofia with her sibling. Their bond was beautiful to see – full of giggles, cuddles, and sweet little moments that showed just how much love surrounds her.






Is your little one turning one soon? At Papaya Peach Photography, I’d love to create a magical cake smash and portrait session that perfectly reflects your baby’s personality. From whimsical themes to timeless family portraits, we’ll capture memories you’ll cherish forever.
📸 Get in touch today to book your baby’s first birthday session – let’s make it unforgettable!