For the next week and a half we will focus on age-appropriate birthday parties. It seems fitting to start at the beginning. Age 1. One year old. What do you do for a one-year-old birthday party?
To Party or Not to Party
Truthfully, many parents wonder if a big 1st birthday celebration is worth the trouble and expense. I mean, will your child even remember the day? A one-year-old birthday party is the same as any other birthday party, though. It is a celebration! Who wouldn't want to celebrate their child's first year of life? Perhaps you are a new parent and celebrating your first year of parenthood! Even for parents welcoming a second or third...or seventh child, the first year is a marker in your child's life and development. In some cultures, the 1st birthday celebration is an essential celebration.
We're Having a Party. Now What?
We have a few suggestions for the first year that might be helpful. These suggestions will all vary with the size of your party and the ages of your guests.
So, should you have a celebration for your 1-year-old? Sure! We entered the entertainment business because shared experiences among family and friends are priceless. Memories last far past the birthday celebration!
If you are planning a party for your one-year-old, feel free to give us a call! We will have a few suggestions to line up with your guest list and if you have a moment, check out our BUBBLE SHOW!
To Party or Not to Party
Truthfully, many parents wonder if a big 1st birthday celebration is worth the trouble and expense. I mean, will your child even remember the day? A one-year-old birthday party is the same as any other birthday party, though. It is a celebration! Who wouldn't want to celebrate their child's first year of life? Perhaps you are a new parent and celebrating your first year of parenthood! Even for parents welcoming a second or third...or seventh child, the first year is a marker in your child's life and development. In some cultures, the 1st birthday celebration is an essential celebration.
We're Having a Party. Now What?
We have a few suggestions for the first year that might be helpful. These suggestions will all vary with the size of your party and the ages of your guests.
- Invite family, close friends and perhaps nursery buddies from day care or church.
- Have a few age-appropriate activities or entertainment sources for the older kids/adults.
- Keep it short. Two hours is a good time limit. Many people have longer celebrations if family is there to help when your little one gets tired or fussy. This takes a little pressure off of the host - and allows them to continue to talk to guests.
- Bubbles, bubbles, bubbles! (Never underestimate the power of bubbles!)
- Try to make sure the venue is as baby-proof as possible.
- Make sure you are ready for their cake-eating moment!
So, should you have a celebration for your 1-year-old? Sure! We entered the entertainment business because shared experiences among family and friends are priceless. Memories last far past the birthday celebration!
If you are planning a party for your one-year-old, feel free to give us a call! We will have a few suggestions to line up with your guest list and if you have a moment, check out our BUBBLE SHOW!
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