I've started a bit of a time capsule for my baby with all the cards I got when she was born and at her baptism, the paper from the day she was born, the outfit she wore home from the hospital etc.
I know SHE won't be blowing out any candles at her first birthday party, so I'd like everyone (mine and my husband's family) to write down their wishes for her. Then I want to give everyone a cupcake with a candle and get them to blow out the candle and put their wish in a box. I'll put them in her time capsule so she can have them when she's older.
Is this a good idea? Do you see any problems with the logistics of it? Has anyone else done anything similar for their baby?
2006-09-14 07:24:39 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
Those sound lovely! For my girl's first birthday (just passed) I also made a little scrapbook with one picture from each month of her life, and had people write in it with good wishes or remembrances. Then I decorated it up with stickers. She loves being read to, and she loves reading "her" book. :)
We also made sure that there was a whole bunch of food she could eat and enjoy at the party- in our case, I made some big trays of fruits and veggies, and let her eat off of them.
We also had a friend of ours- who we'd asked to be her godmother- do a blessing, pagan style. It was a really nice little ceremony, where she presented our daughter to the different corners, and then charged us with caring for her and keeping her safe.
2006-09-14 09:06:18 · answer #1 · answered by kalirush 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like fun. My daughter is also gathering all the "day of" info but putting it in the baby book.
For the birthday party, we did the usual cake, him having his own cake, which he didn't even care for because he had never been given sugar before that, opening presents, and we had everyone write their name on a 3x5 index card and write down what they thought his career would be. Some time in his teens, he will get to look at those cards and have a good laugh -- or even consider the possibilities.
2006-09-14 07:28:57 · answer #2 · answered by jboatright57 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
At this age, birthdays are greater for the kin than the child. yet this does not sound too undesirable. We went to the zoo and after 3 hours she became exhausted (she's 9 months previous appropriate now) so bear in ideas that a naptime may be needed formerly the rest occurs. considering that her birthday is around Thanksgiving (united statesa.), we are making plans to make her a pumpkin or banana bread cake that she will attempt to feed herself and make a multitude of, and then a valid-off the place each and every physique has a rattle-tool and all of us make noise. different than that, we are going to concentration on decorations she will have in her room afterwards (She loves looking Nemo so we are getting some Nemo shimmery ceiling hangings. She ought to love them afterwards.)
2016-10-15 00:08:25 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This is some advise for you.Although your baby is not likely to remember anything about her first birthday, it’s still a milestone that adults like to commemorate, usually with a party. Follow these tips to keep the celebration simple so you don’t overwhelm your little one.
Keep the time in mind Schedule festivities to begin soon after your baby wakes from her morning or afternoon nap, and limit the party to one-and-a-half to two hours.
Downsize the cake Specialty cakes make for great photo ops, but cupcakes are the right size for small hands. Kids tend to prefer simple tastes, so stick with basic vanilla or chocolate (be sure guests don’t have chocolate or nut allergies, or plan accordingly).
Put on your game face The age-1 set is too young to play together, but they may enjoy these activities with some help from adults:
Bubble ring-around-the-rosie Have little ones and adults grab hands and form a circle. Grown-ups can lead the game, while a bubble maker (or willing adult) adds another dimension to ring-around-the-rosie. FYI, nix balloons at the party—deflated or popped, they’re a major choking hazard.
Musical peekaboo Place a box of toys on the floor. Play some children’s music and encourage babies and parents to explore the toys together, while moving to the beat.
Stuffed animal hide-and-seek Hide animals in a small area and help little ones find them (make sure you put them within reach of crawlers as well as walkers).
Keep gifts under wraps Don’t expect your baby to stay awake for gift opening. Save that for after the crowd leaves.
If you must open presents during the party, plan to do the unwrapping, oohing and ahhing on your baby’s behalf. (And don’t forget to write thank-you notes!)
Simplify the parting gifts Keep the gift bag uncomplicated: A finger puppet or an iced cookie related to the party’s theme are favors small kids will appreciate.
Happy Birthday for your daughter...
Take care and happy choosing.... hopefully that i can help you
Dee
2006-09-14 18:05:18 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Uh, keep it simple. Invite family and very special friends over for a small party. Put some chocolate ice cream in front of your 1 year old, then take a photo of her face. We have a great photo of our chocolate covered angel on the wall that she still loves to see and she's 13!
Cupcake and candle idea sounds good; who doesn't love a cupcake.
2006-09-14 07:35:19 · answer #5 · answered by OU812 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A really cute idea! You should definitely do it! I did something like that for a baby shower. I actually folded the little notes (wishes) and wrapped each one around a candle and tied it with a ribbon. That way every year on her birthday you can read her someone's wish for her.
2006-09-14 07:32:06 · answer #6 · answered by bluucantuinashoe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a wonderful idea. Because when she gets older she will see all the things that happened in her life as a baby. Alos now a days people do not do that. but it's best for the memories. because you cannot turn back the hands of time. Also i have seen this on an episode of friends. It was very touching.
2006-09-14 07:32:01 · answer #7 · answered by tooshort4u 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That sounds like an AWESOME idea! Then when she is older she can relive those moments with you and your family at later birthday parties.
One word of advice, if she wants to play with the cupcake and smush it LET HER! That will make her birthday fun FOR HER. And take lots of pictures.
Good Luck, MOM!
2006-09-14 09:08:18 · answer #8 · answered by camoprincess32 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like a very creative and unique idea, and great for memories down the road! Also great because you are not getting your baby over-involved.
2006-09-14 07:29:47 · answer #9 · answered by angelbaby 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That sounds really neat. I wish I'd thought of it for my kids. The logistics shouldn't be a problem if your family and your huby's family get along.
2006-09-14 07:30:28 · answer #10 · answered by kat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋