Your baby’s first birthday is a milestone you’ll never forget — and what better way to celebrate than with a joyful, messy, and adorable cake smash photoshoot? At Mohastudio, we’ve created magical cake smash sessions for families across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, combining creativity, color, and laughter in one unforgettable experience.
Here’s your complete guide to planning the perfect cake smash for your little one.
1. What Is a Cake Smash?
A cake smash session is a fun, playful photoshoot where your baby gets to:
• Explore and smash a mini birthday cake
• Get messy, giggle, and play freely
• Create joyful images that capture their blossoming personality
It’s usually done to celebrate their first birthday, but we also welcome 6-month milestones and second birthday sessions!
2. When to Schedule Your Cake Smash Session
We recommend booking your session around 11 months, so your edited photos are ready in time for:
• Birthday party invitations
• Social media celebration posts
• Keepsake albums and framed prints
If you prefer to shoot on or after the actual birthday, we can also accommodate those dates.
3. Choose a Theme or Color Palette
At Mohastudio, we offer fully styled cake smash setups based on your vision. Some popular themes include:
• Elegant neutrals with beige, ivory, or soft pastels
• Desert safari or traditional Arabic-inspired decor
• Princess and fairytale looks for baby girls
• Minimalist white-on-white for timeless elegance
• Floral garden, rainbow, or jungle themes
Custom backdrops and props can also be created — just let us know your baby’s personality!
4. What About the Cake?
You can:
• Bring your own cake (we’ll give you cake size & color guidelines)
• Let us arrange a custom cake through our trusted baker (halal, baby-safe, and color-matched to your theme)
We recommend naked or lightly frosted cakes for best visual results — and less mess stress.
5. What to Wear
Simple outfits work best to let your baby shine! We suggest:
• Rompers or tutus
• Barefoot or soft shoes
• A second outfit for post-cake “clean shots”
We also offer a client wardrobe with adorable options for boys and girls.
6. Add-On Options to Make It Extra Special
You can upgrade your session with:
• Bath splash photos (a mini tub for adorable clean-up shots)
• Family or sibling portraits before the smash
• Matching party décor to use in both shoot and birthday events
• Luxury birthday albums or wall art prints
7. What Happens After the Smash?
Once the session ends, we:
• Clean baby up in our private changing area
• Let you preview a few images the same day
• Deliver your fully edited gallery within 5–10 working days
• Offer fine art printing, albums, and custom designs
Why Dubai Families Choose Mohastudio for Cake Smash
We are known for:
• Our custom styling and premium backdrops
• An all-female team who’s gentle and experienced with babies
• A clean, baby-friendly environment that’s also Instagram-worthy!
• Serving both Emirati and expat families with creativity and cultural sensitivity
Book Your Baby’s Cake Smash Today
Celebrate your little one’s first year with laughter, sweetness, and unforgettable moments. Mohastudio offers cake smash sessions in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, tailored to your style and your baby’s joy.
Let’s make the mess… magical.
