Throwing the Perfect 1st Birthday Party

First birthdays are not only a significant life event for your child, but also for you, the parents! It’s a celebration of the birth of a child and the community that grows up around them. The priorities, the theme, the activities, and the food/decor will all be covered in this guide to help you prepare this special day!

Your Little One’s Priorities

It is simple to get sucked into the details during the preparations and planning for the celebration. Always keep in mind that your baby’s comfort and happiness should come first at all times. Plan the party to coincide with your infant’s schedule. To prevent meltdowns, this entails scheduling feedings and naps within the schedule. Consider when they typically get up. Having morning parties can help your visitors arrive home and settle in early, giving them plenty of time for naps and peaceful playtime afterward. Young children have limited attention spans, so a party lasting one to two hours is ideal. If you want to provide your infant with a familiar and pleasant environment, think about having the party at home. This will maximize the smiles and chuckles on their special day by keeping them content and at ease during the celebration!

A Great Theme to Celebrate Baby

Your best friend when it comes to party planning will undoubtedly be Pinterest. Historically, first birthdays have included some of the cutest themes available. To truly honor your child’s individuality on their birthday, make sure you immerse them in activities they enjoy. A lot of themes, like Berry First Birthday, Wild ONE, One-der the Sea, My First Rodeo, First Trip around the Sun, One in a Melon, and more, make adorable and entertaining use of the number ONE. You may plan a celebration that will bring back many joyful memories for your child’s big day with a little imagination!

Schedule of Events

A successful party depends on providing age-appropriate entertainment. When entertaining a smaller group, aggressive play is recommended! Toddlers will smile and get exhausted when they play in the ball pit and soft play area, which are ageless favorites. Wands and a bubble machine will make everyone chuckle happily! Consider putting up a special craft or coloring station for the older children on your guest list if their ages differ widely. Keeping things easy, safe, and enjoyable for all parties involved is the aim!

Cuisine & Design

Every party needs food, and kids’ parties are no different! To keep their stomachs full and content throughout the celebration, serve simple fare such as chopped fruits and vegetables, cheese cubes, puff pastry, and Cheerios. You can serve your adults snacks, sandwiches, pizzas, or a brunch spread, depending on the time of day. Make an effort to include items that parents may safely enjoy with their children as well!

Foster your inner DIY persona and make theme-appropriate décor. Make a painted sign on butcher paper and a balloon arch to greet your guests. Consider utilizing existing materials to create centerpieces or other décor, or purchase reasonably priced supplies at your neighborhood discount store. After all, the memories you create are what really count!

Your neighborhood BounceU is prepared to welcome children of all ages and can help make the most memorable day ever for your one-year-old’s big celebration! Leave the setup, cleanup, and everything in between to the professionals. Visit www.bounceu.com for additional information, and visit www.bounceu.com/blog for fresh ideas on how to organize the greatest birthday ever.