First Birthday Portrait Collections
Birthdays are for giggles, frosting-covered smiles, and moments filled with pure joy! These sessions are designed to capture the fun, energy, and personality that make your child one of a kind. From cake smashes to confetti tosses, I’ll be there to freeze every laugh and sparkle so you can hold onto the magic of their special day forever.
HELLO
&
WELCOME
I’m so honored that you’re considering Melissa Batista Photography to celebrate your baby’s very first birthday, a milestone that is just as meaningful for you as it is for them.
This first year is filled with so many “firsts.” First smiles. First steps. First words. And somehow, in the blink of an eye, you’re preparing to celebrate one whole year of love, growth, and unforgettable moments. As a mother myself, I know how emotional this chapter can be, a beautiful mix of pride, joy, and disbelief at how quickly it all goes by.
A first birthday session isn’t just about a cake smash or sweet portraits. It’s about capturing who your baby is right now, their expressions, their curiosity, their personality beginning to shine. Whether your little one is sitting, crawling, standing, or still finding their balance, this session is designed to honor this fleeting season in a timeless, heartfelt way.
To ensure a beautiful and stress-free experience, my first birthday collections are carefully curated to guide you through every step, from planning the perfect setup to allowing time for your baby to warm up and enjoy the experience at their own pace. Each collection offers a different level of coverage and keepsakes, allowing you to choose what best fits your family and how you’d like to remember this milestone.
As you explore the packages below, know that every detail has been intentionally designed to create heirloom images you’ll treasure long after the candles are blown out and the cake is gone.
I can’t wait to celebrate this incredible milestone with your family and create memories you’ll cherish for years to come.
With love,
Melissa
PACKAGES
This reflects the minimum investment for the session. Artwork, additional retouched images, and heirloom products are available à la carte.
Package 01
The Sweet One
TOTAL INVESTMENT $425
Designed for parents who want a few beautiful portraits to commemorate this milestone. This collection focuses on capturing your baby’s sweet expressions and personality in a short, relaxed session.
This collection does not include cake smash or themed décor.
INCLUDES:
- 30 minute studio session
- Plain white backdrop with minimal studio props
- 5 fully edited digital images
- Option to purchase additional images
*$100 fee to book a Saturday
Package 02
The First Year Signature
TOTAL INVESTMENT $1195
MOST POPULAR!
This collection is designed for families who want to fully celebrate their baby’s first year without feeling rushed or limited. With time for portraits, cake smash, splash, and custom styling, this experience captures your baby’s personality in a rich, complete, and timeless way.
Most families choose this collection to ensure nothing is missed during this once-in-a-lifetime milestone.
INCLUDES:
- 1 hour studio session
- Portraits, plus cake smash and splash session
- Custom themed décor
- 1 dress for baby girls (optional)
- Simple white cake and topper
- 15 fully edited digital images
- Option to purchase additional images
Package 03
The Milestone One
TOTAL INVESTMENT $695
This collection allows for a more relaxed pace, giving your baby time to warm up while capturing a mix of classic portraits and celebratory moments.
Ideal for families who want a simple celebration with less variety.
INCLUDES:
- 45 minute studio session
- Portraits, plus either a cake smash or splash session
- Simple themed décor
- 10 fully edited digital images
- Option to purchase additional images
Package 04
SIGNATURE + FAMILY
TOTAL INVESTMENT $1495
This collection builds upon the Signature experience by including family portraits, allowing you to step into the frame and be part of your child’s story. With additional time, a fully curated setup, and a complete gallery of images, this session captures your baby’s personality alongside the love, laughter, and bond you share as a family. A full luxury celebration designed to capture it all.
INCLUDES:
Everything the Signature (package 2) includes +
- 1 extra outfit for baby girls (optional)
- 20 Additional minutes
- Family portraits included
- 15 extra fully edited digital images
- $100 print credit toward heirloom art (albums, prints, wall art)
- Priority turnaround
Limited weekend availability- spots fill quickly
Not sure which tier? I’m happy to help you choose what fits your session style best.
OPTIONAL ENHANCEMENTS
Thoughtfully curated add-ons designed to preserve your baby’s first birthday in ways that go beyond the gallery, from motion and emotion, to tangible heirlooms you’ll hold onto for years to come.
Add-ons are selected after your session, once you’ve viewed your gallery.
BEHIND THE SCENES
FILM
Relive the moments in motion
A beautifully edited 1-minute film capturing the in-between moments, tiny giggles, curious glances, cake-covered fingers, and all the magic that unfolds naturally during your session.
Perfect for parents who want to feel this milestone again every time they press play.
$350
ADDITIONAL IMAGE
SELECTIONS
For the moments you didn't know you'd love most
If you find yourself falling in love with more images than your package includes, additional edits may be purchased individually or in curated bundles.
A simple way to ensure no meaningful moment is left behind.
Most families choose to add additional images once they view their gallery.
starting at
$85
value packages available
FINE ART PRINTS &
HEIRLOOM ALBUMS
Turn today’s memories into tomorrow’s keepsakes
Professionally printed artwork and handcrafted albums designed to last a lifetime. From statement wall prints to timeless albums, these pieces transform your child’s first birthday into tangible heirlooms you can see, touch, and pass down.
Designed to be ordered
after gallery reveal.
inquire for pricing
Many clients choose to enhance their session with artwork or additional storytelling elements once they view their gallery. Enhancements are always optional and can be added after your session.
( except for the one minute film,must be requested during booking )
VISUAL GUIDE
A Look Inside Our Birthday Collections
Every setup is curated with a clean, timeless aesthetic in mind. The galleries below offer a glimpse into what each birthday collection looks like, from simple milestone portraits to fully styled Signature experiences. These images highlight the level of styling, props, and overall experience included, while still allowing flexibility to tailor your session to your child.
SWEET ONES
MILESTONE ONES
SIGNATURE ONES
Testimonials
Melissa & Edward are absolutely awesome to work with! They were quite welcoming and quick to make you feel comfortable. The studio was clean and relaxing! The photos turned out amazing. Highly recommend as her quality of work speaks for it self. Melissa listens and execute…the set was beautiful! They captured special moments and gave us beautiful memories! We will definitely be back!
Timia i
Testimonials
Melissa & Edward are a dynamic duo! They work so well with our kids, super sweet and capture great shots. Their studio is impeccably clean and well maintained. I love her birthday cake smash deluxe set ups as well as her Christmas setups. They are so unbelievably cute!! I look forward to working with them every time.
Ourania m
Let's document your story
From the giggles to the cake smash, these are the moments you’ll want to relive forever. Let’s turn your child’s birthday into timeless memories you’ll cherish for years to come.