First Birthday in December
Making a holiday-season first birthday feel special, not lost.
Tag: family traditions
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From Bells and Bonfires to Backyard Picnics: How the Fourth of July Became a Family Holiday
The Fourth of July began with ringing bells, toasts and public readings. Here is how it grew into a picnic-and-parade family holiday, and how to share the story with little ones. Read more
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The Longest Day: Celebrating the Summer Solstice With Kids Who Go to Bed Early
The summer solstice brings the most daylight of the year, which is wonderful unless you are three and go to bed at seven. Here is how families can celebrate the longest day in a way that fits little ones. Read more
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How Mother’s Day Began: From Peace Campaigns to Breakfast in Bed
The American Mother’s Day began with a daughter’s campaign, and its founder later fought the holiday’s commercial side. Here is the short history, plus simple ways little ones can take part. Read more
