It is a lot of work, organizing a party for your child. It can be tiring and stressful but you still have to do it for the sake of your kid. The first birthday and every forthcoming birthday is equally important and should have a mellow celebration among friends and family. The most puzzling part about planning such a party is that the toddlers are easily impressed and easily freaked out as well. It is, therefore, not necessary to throw a bash but you must take care of some things when it comes to pre-school kids and toddlers. Here are a few tips:

10. Decide a Theme

A theme is recommended for any party. When it comes to a kid’s birthday party, a theme is a must. A theme can be applied on by invitations, decorations, cake and few activities. The best way to choose a theme is to ask for your child’s favorite cartoon show and character or even the favorite fairy tale. If the kid does not like anything from the entertainment world, ask for the favorite games and soft-toys. It is good to know whether your girl likes Teddy bear or Barbie or whether your son likes superman or batman.

9. Keep them busy:

For the one or two hours of the party, you should plan that the kids are busy doing one thing or the other. Many activities and games should be planned. You will have to guide them throughout the entire activity, but it is still important to have them. You can try story-telling, acts, team activities, balloons, scavenger hunt, etc.

8. Restricted Guest List:

You do not want to invite the whole class for your toddler’s birthday party. Be strict while deciding the guest list. Invite only those about whom you are sure that they can enjoy for a few hours at your house full of children. Strictly avoid the last minute additions as you may not have enough supplies and food at a short notice.

7. Simple food should be preferred:

You must prefer simple food. Stick to the basic, quick and easy-to-make food items. For example, you can serve a cake, some juice and light snacks. As it is a toddler’s party, this should be enough. You do not have to serve a complete meal at a kid’s birthday party. Make sure the menu does not become a headache for you and that is why you must keep it simple.

6. Birthday Cake:

The centre point of a kid’s birthday is the birthday cake. Make sure you order the best cake for this party as it is pretty special for your child. Try three to four bakeries. Consider various designs and try to include your child’s favorite color. These days, the shapes of the cakes can amaze you so consider different shapes like a cartoon character. Also make sure the flavor is liked by your kid and suited for your kid.

5. Edible Decoration:

This is a very nice tip. The decoration can be done quiet creatively for a toddler’s party. The kids love it if you serve them food of various shapes and in different forms. Instead of decorating the tables and walls with flowers, try using candies of various colors and shapes. You can have different sized containers and fill them with eye-catching sweets and candies with theme colors. This will look deliciously beautiful.

4. Noshes for the adult guests:

For small children, adults often stay at the party as it becomes difficult for the host to handle them all at once. So your menu must also have snacks that are appropriate for adults. So, you mini grilled cheese sandwich is appropriate for the child but the dads might not save them for the kids.

3. Keep it short:

You don’t want those kids hanging around your neck all day. Keep the toddler’s party very short which will in fact make it a successful party.so keep it for an hour or an hour and a half. Another factor is the timing. Don’t keep it at the time when your child has routine to sleep. Schedule the party after the toddler nap. Most efficient timing is late morning, that is, the time just after lunch.

2. Creative cutlery:

This party can cost you a lot. So instead of trying to use the expensive theme supplies and cutlery, try to use paper plates, napkins and plastic cutlery. Because the kids will not be able to break any of your expensive plates or cups. In plastic plates and cups, try different colors to attract children suiting the theme or add contrast. These will be easily available at the supermarket and will be a blessing to the budget.

1. Party place:

It is also a very important issue. Mostly try to keep such parties at your own apartment itself. But options are that you can keep the party at the yard, local park, recreation centre, swimming pools, roller or ice rinks, etc. These parties can them include outdoor activities like laser tag, sports or races, etc. But these can be expensive. Try to be close to the house because it will be then easier for you to set up things.