Everybody loves a party right? Well a kids "First" Birthday Party is party that no one will forget...well except for maybe the One Year Old. Planning a party for a one year old can be stressful for first time parents because they want everything to be perfect for their baby.
The child will no doubt not remember a single thing about their party but the parents, grandparents, aunt/uncles, cousins and friends will. Here are some pointers and tools to help you pick the right theme for your child and your budget.
First decide on the date and location of the party. Most parents have the first birthday party at the home of the child but depending on the size of your guest list you may have to find an alternate location. Make sure the location you choose is practical in case of rain, snow or excessive heat.
Determine whether or not you want a character theme or the standard blue for boy and pink for girl theme. These links will help you narrow down themes for Boy's First Birthday and Girl's 1st Birthday.
Make sure you have plenty of help from friends or relatives for cleaning, setting up, hanging decorations, making cakes, etc.
Once you decide on a theme you must decide on the cake. Will you be having cupcakes, regular box cake, sheet cake or make a cake to match the party theme.
Next- Will you provide party favors for the children that attend your kids party? View some of the options for party favors and accessories for first birthday parties
Once you get the theme narrowed pick out your invitations and mail them at a minimum of three weeks before the party...that way people have plenty of time to find the right gift and make travel plans to attend. Personalized Birthday Party Invitations or fun themed birthday party invitations are great options for fun Invitations.
For your sanity go ahead and set everything up the night before the party after your child goes to bed...that way you won't be stressed and scrambling the morning of to get organized especially if your child has a fussy morning.
When it is time for the party to begin just sit back, relax and let what happens happen. It is a party and it is supposed to be fun so don't be super strict on how it plays out. Enjoy it because there will never be another "first" birthday party for your child.
Safety Tips for Birthdays: Birthdays are great fun but you need to remember to always keep your child and birthday guests safe. These items can cause choking or even death.
Balloons- If they burst they can be inhaled and cause your child to choke.
Toy Whistles- These can be dangerous if the small ball inside gets loose because a child can choke on it.
Small Candy or Finger Foods like raisins, M&Ms or popcorn can cause choking
Matches are great for lighting the cake but dangerous to a small child.
Candles- Babies are curious about the flame and will want to touch it but it can cause serious burns.
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