Every parent dreams of throwing their child the perfect birthday. One filled with joy and excitement that the kids will never forget. Of course when it comes down to it there is an awful lot that goes into throwing the best birthday party ever. Here are some tips on making an incredibly memorable and stress-free experience for both you and your children.
Planning, planning, planning!
The first thing to think about is what sort of planner are you? All sorts of resources are available to every type of party planner, sometimes all you need are some great ideas and a great party supplier, and other times its best to let a professional handle all of your planning. Be honest with yourself and make sure you understand the type of workload you want to take on. Neither you nor your kids will be able to enjoy your hard work if there is too much stress involved. To help yourself relieve some of that stress you can hire out to a professional company like Life O’ The Party to help with the party decorations. You can also ask friends and family for help. Bottom line, make sure you plan carefully ahead of time and the day of your big bash.
Décor
Decorating your party space is the most exciting part of planning. It’s the part where your child’s personality comes alive. Start by picking a theme. Consider characters or activities your child gets really excited about, but also consider general themes as well. A general theme allows you more breathing room in your budget and creative choices. General themes can also work really well if the birthday party is celebrating more than one child. How about a carnival party? Or and under the sea adventure! The world is your oyster.
Entertainment
Adults may enjoy just casually chatting and enjoying your beautiful party space, but wiggly kids need something to do! What would your child and his friends enjoy the most? Games with prizes, magic shows, music, crafts, bounce houses, face painting? The possibilities are endless. Whether you choose to put together some activities yourself or have a professional show up with a truckload full of fun keeping the kids busy creates memories that last a lifetime.
Ultimately this party is about your kids. Make sure you give them a party that they will remember for the rest of their lives. It will not only be a cherished memory, but it will also show your kids how much you truly love them.