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Milestone Photography

Life is full of moments worth celebrating — from cheeky grins to messy cake-covered giggles. My milestone sessions are designed to honour every stage with warmth, playfulness, and a touch of magic.

Packages

Standard Milestone Session — £90

Celebrate any stage of life with a themed backdrop and gentle, joyful portraits. Whether it’s a birthday, a new sibling, or just a moment you want to remember, this session is perfect for capturing personality and connection. Includes up to 30 minutes of photography and a themed setup tailored to your child or occasion.

 

Cake Smash Session — £130

Let the fun begin! This playful session celebrates your little one’s birthday with a custom cake smash setup, capturing every giggle, squish, and frosting-covered moment. Includes up to 45 minutes of photography, a themed backdrop, and plenty of time for messy joy.

 

Tub Splash Session — £130

Perfect for post-cake clean-up or just a bubbly celebration on its own. This session features a miniature tub setup, warm water, and gentle splashes — ideal for capturing natural smiles and sensory play. Includes up to 30 minutes of photography and a styled splash scene.

 

Add-On: Clean-Up Tub Splash — £35

Want to follow your cake smash with a calming clean-up? Add a tub splash session straight after for just £35 — a gentle way to wind down and capture those fresh, post-cake giggles.

Safeguarding Statement

At SMJH Photography and Cheeki Monkeys Gateshead, the safety and wellbeing of children, families, and vulnerable individuals is at the heart of everything we do.
We operate with compassion, vigilance, and respect—ensuring that all interactions, events, and services are delivered in a safe, inclusive, and emotionally attuned environment.
We follow best practices in safeguarding, including:

  • Clear boundaries and consent for all photography and event activities

  • Secure handling of personal data and images

  • A zero-tolerance approach to discrimination, bullying, or harm

  • Gentle, trauma-informed communication with children and families
    If you ever have concerns or need support, we’re here to listen and respond with care.

Diversity & Inclusion Pledge

We celebrate every family, every story, and every way of being.
Our services are designed to honour neurodiversity, disability, cultural identity, gender expression, and all family structures.
We pledge to:

  • Use inclusive language and imagery across all platforms

  • Offer sensory-friendly, accessible adaptations for events and photography

  • Listen deeply to each client’s needs and preferences

  • Challenge bias and exclusion with warmth, creativity, and integrity
    We believe that inclusion isn’t just a policy—it’s a practice of love, respect, and joyful representation.

Sensory-Friendly Promise

We understand that sensory needs are real, valid, and beautifully diverse.
Whether you’re joining a market, booking a photoshoot, or attending a family event, we’ll work with you to create a space that feels safe, calm, and empowering.
Our sensory-friendly approach includes:

  • Advance prep guides with clear expectations and visual supports

  • Flexible, low-stimulation setups and quiet zones where possible

  • Respectful, non-judgmental responses to sensory behaviours and regulation needs

  • Optional sensory kits and gentle transitions for children
    We’re always learning, adapting, and listening—because every sensory experience deserves kindness and care.

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