Jaxton's york cake smash session
Hole in ONE!
First Birthday Photographer
Serving Hershey - York - Lancaster - Mechanicsburg - Camp Hill and surrounding areas
Cake Smash Sessions in York, PA
Your baby’s first birthday is a milestone worth celebrating in style — but I know just how much planning, prepping, and decision-making goes into making that first birthday special. Between invitations, cakes, outfits, and keeping up with day-to-day life as a mom, it can all feel overwhelming. That’s where I step in.
When you book a cake smash session with me, my goal is to take the stress off your plate so you can simply show up and enjoy the experience. I’ll guide you through every detail, from styling to setup to cake design — always with your approval, of course. All you need to do is bring your little one and watch them light up as we capture these once-in-a-lifetime memories.
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✨ Stress-Free Planning – I’ll walk you through your options for backdrop style, colors, and any simple themes so it feels cohesive and timeless.
✨ Custom Cake – I partner with a local baker to provide a perfectly sized, beautiful cake that matches the session design. No need for you to run around or bake one yourself.
✨ Complete Setup – From the floor to the backdrop and little details, I handle it all so your session feels polished and photo-ready.
✨ Milestone Portraits – We’ll capture sweet images of your baby before the cake comes out — these make perfect keepsakes.
✨ The Smash – Then comes the fun part: your little one digging into their cake while I capture all the giggles, messes, and joy.
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What's included in your York cake smash celebration?
Kate McCord is an award winning York County photographer. She has master certification from the National Association of Professional Child Photographers and was named Simply the Best Photographer by Harrisburg Magazine in 2023. She offers maternity, newborn, and milestone portraiture both in her studio as well as on location in her warm, organic style.
Kate serves Harrisburg, Mechanicsburg, York, Lancaster, Hanover, Hershey, Gettysburg, and beyond.
Your York Pennsylvania First Birthday Photographer
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Thanks for stopping by! My studio is located off of I-83 in York Haven, PA (York County). You can reach me by filling out the form below and I will send you a follow-up email within 24 hours. I look forward to speaking with you!
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