WHAT TO DO FOR YOUR BABY’S FIRST BIRTHDAY

Children are amazingly beautiful bundles of joy. Knowing you have been a parent to that tiny adorable human who makes your sun beam in its finest rays, causes your flowers to blossom with grace and the birds of your garden sing the most harmonious melody of a South African Acapella group. It can indeed be difficult to think of a gift worthy of your feelings for your baby but we can help you fix the puzzle; here are some things you can do for your kid’s first birthday:

How to Plan a First Birthday Party

Celebrating your baby’s first birthday with a party can never be faulted. The birthday of your bundle of joy deserves to be dressed up in  Kiddies Branded T-shirt.  While ensuring a birthday cake, lots of balloons and Customized Souvenirs.

It’s tempting to throw baby an epic first birthday party — after all, you made it through a full year of caring for another human being. That certainly calls for celebration!

Children bloom at the sight of sweets, chocolates and quick snacks like delicious Chin-Chin from African Things.  

When it comes to a first birthday, sometimes the sweetest celebrations are the smaller, more intimate ones (kind of like your little one!). So as you brainstorm first birthday ideas, consider following this strategy for planning a party to remember instead of one you’d rather forget:

Two months before

To give yourself enough time to plan properly, start considering first birthday party ideas about two months before the big day. Choosing the theme, making the guest list, picking a date and sending invites are the first things that need to happen.

Narrow in on a theme

There are so many fun first birthday themes, but here’s a shortcut to success: Align the party theme with a touch of African designs. You chose it for a reason — you love it! — and it’s an aesthetic you’re already familiar with, which makes planning easier, especially when you’re a busy new(ish) parent.

Time it right

Scheduling is everything when it comes to a baby’s party. Try to orchestrate the big day’s activities so that your baby is well rested, recently fed and on a normal schedule. 

Keep the invites light

A room crowded with even familiar faces may overwhelm your birthday baby. Unless you’re sure your little one can handle a big scene, consider keeping it on the intimate side — maybe just a few family members and close friends.

Pick out some decor

A room decorated with all that your local party store has to offer and then some may be your dream — but maybe not your baby’s. Too many balloons, streamers, banners, masks, noisemakers and hats, like too many people, may prove too much for a 1-year-old to process. Visit African Things for amazing decor props and items.

So decorate with a light hand. You can really bring the African theme to life simply by decorating the buffet table with the right items. Think: a tablecloth, a few props to set the scene and a birthday banner, shop for them on African Things.

Map out the menu

A big buffet from your local restaurant or a carefully curated candy bar may seem like a sweet idea, but remember that you’re hosting a child’s birthday party. Be sure you have some kid-friendly options on hand, too.

You want the adults present to have some fun, too. While a full bar may not be appropriate, it’s a nice gesture to have some adult beverages on hand.

Plan some entertainment

Don’t send in the clowns — or magicians, or any other entertainment that might frighten your baby . One-year-olds can be sensitive and unpredictable. What delights them one minute may terrify them the next.