Sydney Baby Photographer
Baby Milestone Photography — Celebrating the Big Moments in the First Year
Your baby’s first year is full of magic — the kind that sneaks up on you. One day they’re tiny and curled into your arms, and the next they’re sitting tall, belly‑laughing, crawling at lightning speed, or smashing cake like a tiny, adorable rockstar. Baby milestone photography is all about capturing those unforgettable stages with natural, relaxed, true‑to‑colour images that feel like them.
These sessions sit beautifully between your newborn photos and your family photography as your little one grows. Each milestone is timed to a meaningful developmental stage, so the photos aren’t just cute — they’re a record of who your baby is becoming.
Why Milestone Sessions Matter
Babies change more in twelve months than they will in any other year of their life. Their face, their expressions, their movements, their personality — it all shifts so quickly. Milestone photography gives you a visual story of that transformation.
These sessions matter because they capture:
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Your baby’s personality blossoming — the cheeky grins, the serious thinker face, the spark in their eyes.
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Their physical milestones — sitting, crawling, standing, clapping, pointing, exploring.
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The connection between you and your baby — the way they reach for you, light up at your voice, or snuggle into your shoulder.
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The story of their first year — told in a way that’s natural, relaxed, and baby‑led.
The Milestone Ages
Six Months — The Iconic Sitter Stage
Six months is hands‑down one of the most joyful ages to photograph. Babies are usually sitting confidently, full of expression, and absolutely bursting with personality. They clap, they kick, they grab their toes, they belly laugh, and they give the best wide‑open smiles.
This stage is perfect for capturing:
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Big, happy expressions
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Sweet, chubby rolls
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Toe‑grabbing, wobbly sitting, and playful curiosity
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The “this is so them” moments you’ll want to remember forever
It’s a milestone that feels like the first real glimpse of who your baby is becoming — and it’s one you’ll never regret documenting.
Twelve Months — The Big O N E (Cake Smash Optional)
Your baby’s first birthday is a celebration in every sense. They’re expressive, interactive, curious, and full of personality. Whether you choose a classic milestone session or a cake smash, this age is all about fun, independence, and capturing the little human they’ve grown into.
A 12‑month session is perfect for:
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Standing or early walking
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Clapping, pointing, waving, and showing off their new skills
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Big personality moments
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A cake smash to celebrate the milestone
Please note: For cake smash sessions, cakes must be supplied by the client due to allergy and food‑handling safety. You bring the cake — I’ll bring the fun, the wipes, and the clean‑up.
Why Families Choose Laura for Baby Photography in Sydney
With over a decade photographing babies across Sydney, I’ve built my Ingleburn studio around comfort, calm, and connection. Everything is designed with babies in mind — not stiff posing or Pinterest‑perfect setups.
Parents tell me they love that:
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Sessions are calm and baby‑led. No rushing, no pressure, no forcing a moment that isn’t there.
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The studio is designed for families. A comfy armchair area for breaks or feeding, a private bathroom, and a workflow that adapts to your baby.
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Editing is done by hand. Every image is individually retouched with natural, true‑to‑colour tones — no orange presets, no over‑editing.
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The sessions tell a story. When you pair the 6‑month and 12‑month milestones, you end up with a beautiful, cohesive record of your baby’s first year.
Whether you’re capturing one special stage or documenting the journey from sitter to first birthday, your milestone sessions will feel relaxed, playful, and full of genuine connection.
Laura is an award winning Baby and Cake Smash Photographer residing in South West Sydney. She has worked in the photography profession for over 20 years and loves to photograph babies expressions and personalities in her gorgeous natural light Ingleburn studio.
Whether you’d like to capture a single milestone or build a record of the full first year, get in touch to check availability. Each session is styled around your baby and your family, so the earlier you reach out, the more flexibility there is around timing.
Want to see what goes into creating our Baby Sessions?
Come behind-the-scenes with Laura as she photographs 2 baby sessions. Take a peek at how she creates a bright and engaging space for her little clients, brings out babies delightful personalities, and documents this unforgetable time for her clients to treasure. Click the video link below to see how Laura can capture your baby’s personality and expressions.
Sitter and Cake Smash Photography Pricing
$695 Baby Photography
This includes your 30 minute Baby photography session in our cozy Ingleburn Studio with 10 edited digital images of your choice delivered in High and Low resolution in both colour and B&W versions. You will also receive a welcome guide, a session preparation guide to get you ready for your photography experience with Laura, use of our gowns and props, a private online preview gallery of your images to choose from, and a $100 print credit towards your final order.
Package upgrades are available. We have the LUXE Collection which includes 20 images or the ULTIMATE Collection which has your entire image gallery of 40+ images.
Matted prints start from $66
Acrylic tiles start from $200
Wall art pieces start from $400
Wall art collections start from $950
*Cakes are not included for Cake Smash Sessions and must be supplied by the client due to allergy risks.
HOW WILL YOU DISPLAY YOUR IMAGES?
You’ve had an amazing session with me in our beautiful studio, received your gallery of priceless memories to treasure forever, now it’s time to bring those images to life off the screen and into print! Click HERE to see our range of artwork options and select the best items for your home. We have something to suit every taste and decor.
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studio session faq’s
When is a good age to schedule a milestone session?
Our Sitter Sessions are perfect for babies aged between 6-8 months who are able to confidantly sit unasisted and can’t yet crawl. If you want to capture your baby at 6 months before they can sit up by themselves, parents can be included to assist your baby.
Cake smash sessions aim to document your baby’s milestone of turning ONE. They are celebrated by capturing all that personality and sweet little emotions they display. We start these sessions out with a clean portrait session, followed by all the messy fun as they tear into the cake, and we finish with a bubbly fun bath session in one of our vintage tubs.
What should we all wear?
If parents intend on being in the photos, it’s best to come dressed in neutral colours which work well together. You should steer clear of crazy bright colours, logo’s or image branded clothing, or mismatched patterns (e.g. one person in spots and another in stripes). Personally, I love soft neutrals if you have more of a plain simple style, or I adore bold earthy colours together such as navy blue with plum red and mustard colours. Have some fun with your outfits and if you are unsure, you can always send me some photos of your options and I’d be happy to advise you on what works best.
Ladies can select from one of our gowns available to wear and outfits are provided for your baby.
What time of day is best for our session?
Studio sessions start at 10am, but we can work around your baby’s sleep schedule if they usually nap around that time. Sessions cannot start any later than midday. If you are running late, please text or call to let me know.
What if we don't want to be in any photos?
I can completely understand being a little camera shy, but your connection with your baby is what’s being documented. I want you to forget about being photographed and turn your focus towards your baby’s sweet little features, or trying to make them giggle, or just showering them with cuddles and kisses.
Do you allow extended family to attend the session?
Due to space restrictions, we ask that only immediate family attend the session. This means only the baby with you the baby’s parent/s and any siblings the baby has that you would like to include.
What if we are sick on our session date?
If you or any of your family who will be attending the studio are sick, we reschedule. Even if I have the slightest hint of a cold, we’ll reschedule. It’s not worth taking any risks when small children and babies that young are involved. There is no fee to reschedule, provided that the rescheduled session takes place within 1 month from the original date.
When can we expect to receive our photos?
Immediately after your session, I will download and backup your images securely. Around 2 weeks after your session, you will receive a link and password to access your private online image gallery. There you will be able to browse and select the images you would like to include in your package.. Once you have made your selection, a deposit of 25% of your order will be paid, with the remaining balance due prior to delivery. Payments can be split into smaller instalments if required. I then process the final edits on your images and order any prints you may have selected. The process can take anywhere from around 2 weeks for our digital base package, or up to 8 weeks if you select the entire gallery options. I promise you they’re worth the wait!
Do you provide us with the RAW image files?
No, you receive only full resolution edited Jpeg files. RAW files are only readable through special photo editing software and are not part of the full service photography experience I pride myself on.
Can you retouch my images to make me thinner/remove my wrinkles/change my outfit colour?
The level of professional editing invested into each and every image is done in a way to enhance what was captured and bring out the optimum colour and tone. For further high-end editing, an additional hourly rate is charged.
Do you offer discounts if we book more than 1 session?
Absolutely! Once you have a session with me, you have access to exclusive discounts as part of the Elysium family.
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