With so many changes happening in the world around us, the traditional method of hosting a big party to celebrate your not-so-newborns first birthday might not work for everyone.
Luckily you’ve got a guest of honour that isn’t too picky, and there are plenty of alternative ways to celebrate your baby’s first birthday in a way that you both will enjoy.
1. A Nice Evening in the Park
There will be plenty of time to throw a big celebration when they are older and able to appreciate it more. A great way to spend your baby’s first birthday is just a great day to spend with your baby in general; having a lovely evening in the park.
If the weather allows, going to the park and spending a day is both stimulating for your baby and relaxing and enjoyable for you.
There are so many ways to add to this too! You could make a picnic, bring a pet, or even have a couple of family friends. These minor additions can turn a typical Saturday afternoon into a memorable and relaxing special occasion. Quality time in nature? How can you go wrong?
2. Visit a Petting Zoo
Younger children may not be old enough to appreciate that big Frozen-themed party, but they will always enjoy animals.
Animals provide a necessary stimulation for infants and what better way to celebrate their birthday than introducing them to a new friendly experience.
While a full-blown zoo might be something to save up for their second birthday, a petting zoo is full of very infant-friendly animals that are sure to delight.
3. Have a Cake Smash Photoshoot!
Don’t want to have a bunch of people over but still want to commemorate the occasion of your baby’s first birthday? A Cake Smash photoshoot is perfect for you!
These sessions are perfect to capture this incredible milestone and offer some extra… frosting fun!
Each photoshoot is styled for you, including matching decorations and a mini bathtub for the final splash!
At this stage, your little one’s personality will show in all those cute expressions, the giggles and interactions with the world, so capturing all this on your own might be tricky! Bringing in a professional is the best way to lessen the stress and ensure that you end up with stunning pictures of your new one-year-old!
Fill out that milestone journal and baby scrapbook with professional-grade pictures to look back on for years to come.
4. Virtual Party
If you still want to have a party but in-person celebrations just aren’t in the cards for you, then a virtual party might be a perfect choice for you!
Setup the camera and, dare I say it, dust off the zoom chatroom, and invite all of your closest friends and family to share your baby’s special moment.
A great benefit to this is the ability to end it at any time should the guest of honour’s mood shift, or need to take a break. You can host the party on your terms and maybe even save a little money while doing it!
5. Arts and Crafts!
A great alternative way to celebrate your one-year-old’s birthday is to provide them with a new stimulating experience—what better way to do this than with arts and crafts.
The commitment time is perfect as it can be as much or as little as you desire. All that you need are some materials from Michaels and an afternoon spent crafting with your infant.