Baby Photographer in New Jersey

Our Maplewood family photography studio offers natural baby portraits and first birthday photography in a beautifully prepared space where busy parents can simply arrive and enjoy this sweet season.

Families from across Northern New Jersey, including South Orange, Short Hills, Millburn, and Montclair, come to preserve the joy, curiosity, and sweetness of their baby’s first year.

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An Asian mother in jeans sitting on the floor, holding her one year old son's hands as he stands in front of her during family photoshoot, both are natural and happy.
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Black and white portrait of a three year old sister holding one year old sister on a white couch, with children smiling and looking at the camera.
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Black and white studio portrait of smiling mother with dark hair holding her baby boy in her arms while he sucks on his hand while looking at the camera.
One year old girl with short curly hair and brown eyes, wearing a classic light blue and white dress with ruffled sleeves and a white bow in her hair, looking at the camera with a serious expression during first birthday photoshoot.
Modern black and white family portrait of parents and baby in casual clothing
Two young boys and a toddler girl smiling and holding a baby girl sitting on a metal stool against a plain white wall.
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Two young Asian babies lying on their stomachs on a white bed with a white background, looking at the camera.
A black and white photograph of a family of three. The father is standing on the left, holding a baby with short hair and a diaper, who is leaning towards the mother. The mother, with long dark hair, is on the right, touching the baby's hand gently.
First birthday family portrait with boy holding both parent's hands, standing on a white floor against a plain white background.
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Black and white portrait of mother holding her one year old son close, with her face nuzzled against the child's cheek, in a modern NJ photo studio.
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Smiling baby with short brown hair sitting on white bedding, wrapped in a white blanket, against a plain white background.
A baby in a high chair reaching towards a decorated birthday cake on a tray, with the baby partially obscured by the cake and high chair.
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A smiling baby sitting on a quilted surface, looking at the camera.
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Dad in jeans and glamorous mom in studio dress playing with baby in NJ photo studio
A young girl with brown hair in a white dress standing against a white background, smiling and clapping.
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First Birthday Photography & Simple Cake Smash Sessions

one year old baby in pink dress with gorgeous floral smash cake

First birthday sessions are designed to celebrate your baby while keeping the portraits timeless and natural.

Many families choose to include a simple cake smash moment at the end of the session. Rather than elaborate themed sets, the focus remains on your baby — joyful expressions, tiny hands exploring frosting, and the delight of turning one.

Families searching for a cake smash photographer in New Jersey often choose our Maplewood studio for portraits that feel classic and refined while still capturing the fun of this milestone.

Our Maplewood studio offers two baby photography options: a streamlined Petite Baby Milestone Session for babies 4 to 12 months, or a fully customized Signature Session for families who want more time, variety, and flexibility.

Two Beautiful Options for Baby Photography

Petite Baby Milestone Sessions

A streamlined studio session with one backdrop, one outfit, 10 fully edited digital images, and the option to include one or two parents. Petite sessions begin at $750, or $850 with a simple first birthday cake moment.

Signature Sessions

A custom portrait experience for families who want sibling portraits, full family portraits, multiple outfits, or a session in the studio, at home, or outdoors. Signature Sessions begin at $1,490.

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Studio Wardrobe & Guided Styling

NJ family photographer Nicole Hawkins wearing cream knit sweater arranging two white dresses in dressing room for photo clients.

Our Maplewood studio includes a curated wardrobe of timeless pieces for babies and children, along with flattering dresses for mothers.

Before your session we plan wardrobe, styling, and overall vision together so everything feels cohesive and effortless.

When you arrive, everything is prepared — allowing you to relax and enjoy the experience with your baby.

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Baby Photographer in Maplewood, New Jersey

Nicole Hawkins Photography is a baby photography studio in Maplewood, New Jersey, serving families from South Orange, Millburn, Short Hills, Summit, Livingston, Chatham, Westfield, Montclair, New York City, and surrounding communities. Families also travel from across Northern and Central New Jersey, Westchester, and the Jersey Shore for a refined, full-service portrait experience.

Many families first visit the studio for newborn or baby milestone portraits, then return as their children grow for first birthday portraits, heirloom child portraits, and updated family photography. Whether your baby is sitting, crawling, standing, or already becoming a busy toddler, each session is designed to feel simple, guided, and beautifully finished.

Two young girls with long brown hair, wearing black tops and jeans, standing close together and smiling against a plain white background.
Young sisters wearing jeans sitting on a white bed against a plain white wall, with older sister kissing one year old baby's head.

If you are looking for authentic, joyful, and soulful portraits of the people you love most, you’re in the right place.

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Plan Your Baby’s First Year Portraits

Sessions are limited each month to ensure a personalized experience. Contact us to reserve your date and begin planning your dream baby portraits or first birthday session.

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