How Do You Celebrate A Childs First Birthday?
Throughout your baby’s first year, you’ve experienced milestones and a host of adorable, exhausting and memorable moments. Continue the magic with a first birthday that celebrates with presents, decorations, family, friends and some quiet time together. Start a tradition that records your child’s change and growth each year. On the birthday morning, take a photo in the same spot, mark her height on a closet door or videotape your family interacting over birthday breakfast, for instance. Organize a small party at your home or a restaurant. Consider a theme that coordinates with your baby’s room or revolves around her favorite toys or bedtime stories. Invite family, close friends and new ones you’ve met through “Mommy and Me” class. Create simple games (like “tape the tail on the donkey”) that your baby can play with your help and that older guests can enjoy on their own. Ensure any game components, toys or play equipment are baby safe. Buy a min- version of the birthday cake that your b
