A session that works with your child, not against them.
Toddlers and young children bring so much personality into a session. They are curious, expressive, playful and wonderfully unpredictable — which is exactly what makes this age worth photographing. Our milestone sessions are guided in a calm, flexible way so the final portraits still feel polished while allowing your child to simply be themselves.
- ✓Beautiful studio milestone portraits in Auckland
- ✓Ideal for sitting babies, toddlers and growing little personalities
- ✓A mix of classic portraits and more natural expressions
- ✓Parents and siblings can be included if you would like a fuller family story
Perfect for all those in-between stages
Milestone sessions are wonderful for babies who are sitting confidently, children around their first birthday, and toddlers whose personalities are really beginning to shine through.
Sitting milestone stage
Perfect for babies who are sitting independently and showing more expression and interaction.
Toddler personality stage
Ideal for children who are moving, exploring and showing all the little quirks parents love most.
Any milestone worth remembering
If there is a particular age or stage you don’t want to miss, we can help tailor the session around it.
A simple, child-friendly studio experience
We keep these sessions calm and flexible so your child has room to settle, explore and show their real personality while we gently guide the portraits.
Portraits with personality
A mix of classic portraits and more expressive moments that show who your child is right now.
Simple studio styling
Clean, timeless styling keeps the focus on your child rather than distracting sets or props.
Family add-ons
Parents and siblings can be included if you want the session to feel more complete and connected.
Artwork guidance
After your shoot, we help you choose the images and finished pieces that suit your home and family best.
A simple toddler & milestone session process
Book your session
Choose your milestone session online, or get in touch if you want help deciding the best timing for your child.
Come to the studio
We guide the session gently, allowing space for your child’s mood, movement and personality to lead naturally.
Enjoy your viewing
After the session, return to see your photographs and choose the images and artwork you’d love to keep.
Keep the milestone beautifully
Choose from digital collections, albums and wall art to preserve this stage before it changes again.
Not just the big milestones — but the little everyday personality too.
Sometimes this stage is overlooked because it comes after newborn photos and before school portraits. But toddler and milestone sessions often become some of the most loved photographs, because they capture children exactly as they are in that fleeting in-between season.
- •Big expressions and real personality
- •A beautiful record of growth between baby and childhood
- •Optional parent and sibling portraits to round out the session
Playful, polished and full of character
Our toddler and milestone sessions are photographed in a way that feels timeless and refined, while still leaving room for your child’s energy and individuality to shine.
Toddler & milestone session pricing
Our toddler and milestone sessions begin with the session fee, then after you’ve seen your images you choose only what you love.
Includes your studio toddler or milestone session and the full Photo Hive guided experience.
Choose a simple digital collection or one of our larger signature options after viewing your images.
Canvas prints, framed prints and albums are available to turn this stage into lasting keepsakes.
Toddler & milestone photography FAQs
What if my toddler won’t sit still?
That’s completely normal. These sessions are designed to work with your child’s personality and pace rather than expecting them to stay perfectly still.
Can parents and siblings be included?
Yes — if you would like a fuller family story, we can absolutely include parents and siblings in the session.
What should my child wear?
Simple, timeless outfits in soft tones usually work best. We can guide you before the session if you’re unsure what photographs well.