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Your Child's First Birthday Party

Learning to Identify and Nurture Little Feelings

By Julia Rosien

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Instead of a Party...
Instead of hosting a party, you might do something meaningful he'll be reminded of his whole life. "Plant a tree in your yard or a relative's yard," Cambria says. "Or plant it at a park where your child can visit his special tree." As your child grows, so will the tree, and you can take pictures each year to mark his birthday. Some cities have commemorative walkways, and you can buy a brick with your child's name and date of birth on it. The money often goes to charity, so you'll be doing two great things at once.

Whether or not you host a party, be certain to do something your child enjoys. It's meant to be a fun day for the toddler-to-be, and a day of reflection for parents. The year went by quickly, and a birthday is a reason to celebrate all the milestones that have taken place since that little person entered your life just one year ago.

Perfect Party Planning

  • Keep the menu simple. Don't plan to serve any sweets other than cake. Excess sugar combined with the excitement overstimulates kids.
  • Suggest simple presents that don't require assembly. Ask guests to look for educational toys that are age appropriate.
  • Don't force anyone to wear a party hat, especially your birthday child. Be mindful of balloons and put broken ones in the garbage right away. Choking on a balloon can happen within seconds.
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