planning a first birthday party to remember
Sending 1st Birthday Invitations
For a traditional, family-oriented 1st birthday, invitations may not be necessary, but it is fun to discover a theme and some coordinated party invitations. Relatives, neighbors and close friends are usually on the invite list for a child’s 1st birthday celebration. Your invites can be used to communicate the party details, and even give some birthday gift ideas. Your chosen theme can be reinforced throughout the party, with a special cake, decorations, and party games.
When shopping for first birthday party supplies, you may feel overwhelmed by the choices available for themed children’s birthday celebrations. At age one, the birthday boy or girl may delight in colorful characters on the decorations, or you may wish to put the spotlight on your child with a birthday prince or princess theme. Some adorable pictures can come of this kind of theme, so make sure to stock up on film or camera batteries when you buy party supplies.
Keep It Simple
For a first birthday, you can keep the food and party games simple. If any children will be attending the party, make sure that games are appropriate to their age ranges, and have activities to occupy the older kids while the adults talk and “ooh and aah” over the birthday baby. Food doesn’t need to be elaborate, but a special birthday cake, with one candle, of course, can provide a great photo opportunity.
If you’d like the birthday boy or girl to feed themselves, a special cupcake can be ideal for this purpose. Party favors can be kept to a minimum, although you may offer invited guests a special keepsake to remember your child’s first birthday. A photo key ring or button with the year and the birthday child’s picture can supply a lasting memory as the years go by.
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