First Birthday in December
Making a holiday-season first birthday feel special, not lost.
Tag: hosting tips
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Writing Kids’ Party Invitations That Answer Every Parent’s Questions
A good invitation does more than look pretty. Here is what to include so parents know exactly when to arrive, what to bring and what to expect. Read more
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The One-Page Run Sheet: Keeping Every Helper on the Same Schedule
A one-page run sheet tells every helper what happens when, who is responsible for what and where to find key supplies. Here is how to write one for a kids’ party. Read more
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Cleaning, Sanitizing and Disinfecting: What Each Word Means for Party Hosts
Cleaning, sanitizing and disinfecting are not the same thing. Here is a plain-language guide to what each term means, when it matters at a kids’ party and how to read product labels. Read more
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One Cup, One Name: Labeling Drinks at a Kids’ Party
Unlabeled cups lead to waste, mix-ups and shared germs. Here are easy ways to label drinks for toddlers, preschoolers and grown-ups, including picture labels for kids who cannot read yet. Read more
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A Self-Serve Water Station Little Guests Can Use on Their Own
Toddlers drink more when water is easy to reach. Here is how to set up a shaded, low, spill-ready station with named cups and kid-sized pitchers so little guests can help themselves all party long. Read more
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Diapers, Potty Breaks and Privacy: Bathroom Planning for a Backyard Party
Little guests need diaper changes and quick bathroom trips, even at an outdoor party. Here is how to set up a shaded changing spot, plan for potty-training kids and keep hands clean along the way. Read more
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No Yard? Hosting a Warm-Weather Party From an Apartment or Condo
You do not need a backyard to host a warm-weather party. Here is how to use shared spaces, nearby parks and your own living room, while keeping building rules and neighbors in mind. Read more
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Preschool Graduation Parties: Answers to the Questions Parents Ask
Is a preschool graduation worth a party? Who should come, and how long should it last? Here are straightforward answers to the questions families ask about celebrating the end of preschool. Read more
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The Final 24 Hours: A Party-Day Checklist for Hosts
The last day before a kids’ party is about execution, not decisions. Here is a working checklist for the evening before, the morning of and the final hour, written for parties with young guests. Read more
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Hosting Grandparents and Extended Family at a Toddler Birthday
A toddler’s birthday often gathers four generations in one room. Here is how to make the party comfortable for older relatives without losing the floor-level fun for little ones. Read more
