First Birthday in December
Making a holiday-season first birthday feel special, not lost.


Shade moves all afternoon, and the cool corner at noon may be in full sun by three. Here is how to map your yard’s shade ahead of time and place play, food and seating to match. Read more

A campout party brings the fun of camping to a backyard afternoon, with tents, flashlights and pretend campfires. Here is how to plan one for preschoolers, with tips for keeping tents cool and safe. Read more

A movie under the stars sounds magical, but summer sunsets come late for little ones. Here is how to plan a backyard movie night that works for toddlers and preschoolers, from screen setup to bedtime. Read more

A backyard party affects the whole street, from parking to noise. A friendly heads-up, a little planning and a tidy finish keep relationships with your neighbors as warm as the weather. Read more

When you mow, water and treat the lawn makes a real difference to an outdoor party. Here is how to schedule yard care in the days before guests arrive so the grass is dry, soft and ready for little ones. Read more

When a party at a home with a pool is not a swim party, the water still needs a plan. Here is how to secure the pool, communicate with guests and keep little ones safely on the play side of the gate. Read more
Making a holiday-season first birthday feel special, not lost.
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