BIRTHDAY PARTY PLANNING BASICS
If possible, begin planning your party 4-5 weeks in advance. Allowing plenty of time for on-line shopping, cake orders and enlisting any friends or family you may want to help.
Pick a theme. Whether it’s an elaborate royal kingdom theme, or something easier, like your child’s favorite color, selecting a theme will help you organize your thoughts. You’ll then plan all of your party supply purchases, party games and decorations around that theme.
Children remember what they did at a party, much more than what they ate, what the plates and napkins looked like or whether the house was spotless. Don’t sweat the little details!
The best party times are……1:00 - 3:00 or 2:00 - 4:00 You won’t need to serve a meal but a few finger foods are advised. For little ones try 10:00am -11:30am to work around nap time.