Survival Tips for a First Birthday Party

It won't matter to your baby whether you throw a catered party for the neighborhood or just have the grandparents over for pizza. How much you do is up to you -- do only what feels fun and festive, and cut back if you get stressed out. Here are some tips to get you through this event.

By Jessica Hartshorn

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Serve a Special Birthday Cake

Make or buy a creative cake. Your baby will love looking at the cake as much as eating it.

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Comments (3)

jeparlebaleine wrote:

It can be difficult to get everything together in time for the big party. Be sure to get all of the tips and tricks to keep the day going smoothly. Visit 1st Birthday Party Ideas at http://www.1stbirthdaypartyideas.org and learn how you can make the party an event to remember!

5/4/2012 03:54:19 PM Report Abuse

sccooke15 wrote:

grandparents a neccesity for a first birthday party for my son -Stefani Cooke Portland

4/18/2012 12:38:03 PM Report Abuse

sccooke15 wrote:

Stefani Cooke from Portland says a dazzling colorful monster theme would be fun for my son on his first birthday

4/18/2012 12:33:53 PM Report Abuse