Ladybug Invitations

Throwing a 1st Birthday Party

Throwing your child’s first birthday party can be extremely exciting. When a baby turns one, his or her personality is really beginning to develop. Even though a baby won’t remember a first birthday, it can be a great way to celebrate this important milestone with loved ones. You can personalize your event to reflect both you and your baby’s style.

Planning for Your Party

During your planning process, you’ll want to consider ways to ensure that the party goes smoothly. After all, your baby is still young, so you probably won’t want to do anything too over the top. Once you’ve decided on a date, consider scheduling the party for under two hours. This will give you a manageable window and increase your chances of keeping baby happy. Make sure not to schedule it around naptime, or else guests may need to stay longer until your little one wakes up. While you probably want to celebrate with everyone you know, you might want to keep your guest list on the smaller end. This will help ensure that you’re able to play host without getting too overwhelmed. Not to mention, celebrating with those closest to you can often make for a more enjoyable experience.

When planning your party, you’ll want to make sure you have clean floor space for your baby—and any other babies—to roam freely. If other children will be attending, make sure you have games and toys on hand. You’ll also want to check with parents about food allergies, either for their children or for themselves.

Invitations and Décor

Decorating for a first birthday can be extremely fun, and the sky is the limit when it comes to themes. Some common themes are baby animals, airplanes, Winnie the Pooh and Mickey or Minnie Mouse. Once you’ve picked out your theme—or even beforehand—check out Shutterfly’s selection of 1st birthday invitations. They have cards tailored specifically to one-year-old girls and boys, including adorable ladybug invitations. Customize your card to feature your adorable child, and everyone won’t be able to resist attending the event.