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Melbourne Maternity, Newborn & Family Photography Blog

A curated collection of maternity, newborn, baby, and family photography insights in Melbourne, designed to guide you through every stage of your journey.

Whether you’re expecting your first baby or navigating life with growing children, you’ll find guidance here that feels calm, considered, and genuinely helpful.


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From Newborn to Berry Big Girl Oh, this one was an absolute treat! Zara’s Berry First Birthday Cake Smash was the perfect mix of sweetness, sass, and so many splashes. I first met this little love as a sleepy newborn, so to see her back in my Romsey studio at 10 months old — walking, […]

Cake Smash Photography, Family, Newborn Photography, Parenting

June 17, 2025

Berry First Birthday Cake Smash

Strawberry and Daisy's on a white backdrop for a berry first birthday cake smash by Melbourne cake smash photographer Aurora Joy Photography

The car seat is the one thing you can’t leave the hospital without. Here’s how to choose it — and a gentle reminder to book those newborn days before they pass. Choosing the perfect car seat for your precious newborn can feel like a daunting task. With so many options on the market, finding one […]

Family, Mental Health & Wellbeing, Newborn Photography, Parenting, Pregnancy & Birth

February 8, 2025

Picking the Best Car Seat for Your Newborn That Will Grow With Them

The teething weeks are a blur of dribble, broken sleep and tiny sharp surprises. You’ll forget the hard nights sooner than you think — and this whole baby season with them. Here’s what actually helps. Teething can be a tough time for both babies and parents, but you’re not alone. Every little tooth is a […]

Competitions, Family, Mental Health & Wellbeing, Parenting, Pregnancy & Birth

February 1, 2025

The Ultimate Guide to Teething

Planning the first birthday already? That year went somewhere. Here are the best spots to celebrate — and if you want to hold onto that just-turned-one magic properly, a cake smash session is made for exactly this. Planning a first birthday party is an exciting milestone, so here are The 10 Best Places for a […]

Cake Smash Photography, Family, Parenting

October 18, 2024

The 10 Best Places for a One-Year-Old’s Birthday Party

The Best Places for a One-Year-Old's Birthday Party

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