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


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

Whether a guest’s siblings are welcome is one of the most common party questions. Here is how hosts can make their plans clear and how guests can ask gracefully. Read more

Printed cards, digital invitations and quick texts each have strengths. Here is how to choose the right way to invite guests to a kids’ party, plus etiquette for group chats and school. Read more

What children wear makes a real difference on a hot party day. Here is a practical look at heat-friendly fabrics, hats and shoes, and how to suggest them kindly on the invitation. Read more

The reply-by date has passed and half the list is silent. Here is why parents go quiet, how to set up invitations that need fewer chases and how to word a friendly follow-up. Read more

Spring parties come with a question every guest will ask: what if it rains? A few clear lines on the invitation settle it. Here is how to word a rain plan without sounding anxious. Read more
Making a holiday-season first birthday feel special, not lost.
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