Are you thinking about booking a cake smash session in Hickory, NC for your baby’s first birthday? You’re in the right place! Our professional portrait studio, located in downtown Hickory, specializes in adorable, mess-filled, first birthday cake smash photos that parents love and babies enjoy.

But here’s a pro tip many parents don’t realize:
The best time to book your cake smash session is when your baby is 10 to 11 months old—before they start walking!

🎉 Why Book at 10 or 11 Months?

Booking your session at 10–11 months comes with some major perks:

✅ Less mobility = more photos
Babies who haven’t started walking yet are much easier to photograph. They stay engaged with the setup and cake instead of running off mid-session.

✅ Plenty of time to get your images back
Booking a few weeks before your child’s birthday gives us time to fully edit and deliver your gallery—so you’ll have those amazing shots ready for invitations, party decorations, and social media announcements.

✅ Happier babies
At this stage, babies are playful, curious, and full of personality—but usually not quite in that strong-willed toddler phase yet. It’s the perfect combo for sweet, happy photos.

📍 Studio Location – Downtown Hickory, NC

Our cozy, baby-friendly portrait studio is located at:

260 1st St NW, Suite 224, Hickory, NC 28601
(We’re upstairs between Jay Brown Realtors and Next Chapter Book Store – look for the signs and take the elevator right up!)

We provide:

• A custom cake smash theme

• The cake (baby-safe ingredients!)

• All props and decorations

• A splash bath after the smash

• Clean-up – yes, we handle the mess!

🗓️ Limited Sessions Available Each Month

We book a limited number of cake smash sessions per month to ensure every client gets a fully personalized experience. Weekday and weekend dates are available, but they go fast—especially in the spring and fall.

📆 Reserve your baby’s session when they are 9 to 10 months old for a perfect 10–11 month shoot date.

🎂 Ready to Book Your Cake Smash in Hickory, NC?

Let’s celebrate your baby’s first big milestone with a fun, relaxed, and unforgettable session!
Click below to book online or contact us with any questions—we’re here to make this process easy and fun from start to finish.

✨ Book Now – Let Them Smash, Smile, and Shine! ✨

📍 Studio: 260 1st St NW Suite 224, Hickory, NC 28601
📞 Call/Text:828.234.3182
📧 Email:heidi@heidihouserphotography.com
📆 Booking Link: Book Here

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