Your child’s one year birthday is a special time for both you and the child. This important date marks not only your child’s first year on earth, but also their first of many birthdays to come.
There are many things to take into consideration when planning a child’s 1st birthday. Most importantly, you want to make sure the memories you create on this day last for many years to come.
Party Supplies
1st birthdays can be challenging to plan, especially for new parents. Most people don’t know what supplies to get and how to set up the whole event. If you are to make this day special for both you and your child, you’d need to make the venue as well as the entire day very colourful.
Start by choosing the right 1st birthday decorations for the party. For a one year old, you’ll need to go big and bright. Balloons, tableware and banners all need to be a mix of colors creatively spread out. When choosing the decoration theme, consider whether it’s a boy or a girl and choose the colors appropriately.
Make sure your child’s first birthday is filled with kids. This will not only make the day fun for them but will also help distinguish this day from other days. Based on how much you are willing and able to spend on the birthday, consider investing on play items such as bouncing castles and other accessories. However, it would be wise to limit the number of people attending the birthday so as not to overwhelm the child.
It is important that you create a place for your child and other children attending. Your children need to interact with each other every now and then and this will greatly enhance their experience in their 1st birthday. Research on games you could introduce to the kids or have someone help you with entertainment.
While you don’t necessarily require a professional photographer to cover your child’s first birthday, consider designating one or more people to take photographs.
A birthday won’t be complete without a birthday cake and treats. Make sure there are enough treats for both the kids and the grownups. If you have the budget for it, you can order pizza for the older kids or for the entire lot. You could also go old school and actually cook for your guests.
1st birthdays can be held indoors or outdoors when it is relevant. The outdoors add a natural feel to the event and would be ideal for those with a long guest list. Go for a theme and ideas that are fun and affordable and make sure everyone has a great time.