1st birthday - what did you do?

[Beach Mama]

Hey V! Suc a big decision hey! We decided that although she wouldn't remember it - we would!! We also wanted to celebrate the fact that she has brought us so much joy in the last year and wanted to spoil our girl a little! Plus she had an absolute ball! We had about 35 people at home, afternoon tea! I got MIL, mum and sister to do a bit of cooking, plus we did easy nibbles and hot food. I bought napkins, plates, cups etc so the only cleaning was a few big platters and the general vacuuming etc! If you have nice weather I think a park would be great = that is what I would do if she was born in a month where it isn't 11 degrees on the day!

I did little party bags for the few babies and kids that came and the adults got cake! I made her cake ( in my gallery I am very proud!!) and cupcakes etc! I loved that we did it and wouldn't change a thing!!!! Enjoy whatever you decide to do - have fun with it all, and it is great to plan now hun, it comes up really quickly!

[shellbell3]

We just had a BBQ at our place with family and friends. Was a really nice day and thankfully weather was perfect.

[mbear]

i read somewhere that a childs 1st birthday is just as important for the mother also - as a mother often reflects on her labour, first hold of bub etc on this day. And i kinda agree. It is a special day for you, DH and your lil girl. Close family, nice meal, and a big ole fuss over your little girl sounds perfect.......

I guess it depends on how many people you intend asking???? - and will other kids be going too ?? We recently had our DD#3 christening at a Sports Club @ $12 per person for sandwiches. It was the BEST day. No cooking and cleaning on my part, and it was perfect just to sit back and relax. I made the cake. It was all over in 2 hours.....no waiting for people to leave your house, it was a really good day..

Good LUck.