The first birthday is very important to most new families. It marks the culmination of a full year of existence. Parents have probably noticed some changes in their baby in the first year, too. During the first year, a baby will often triple his birth weight and make millions of important neural connections in the brain as he learns about his environment.
Decorations for the first birthday celebration should be shiny or sparkly. Primary colors stimulate young babies and this further helps form those important neural connections in their brains, so you can add a first birthday boost by picking up some brightly colored plates, balloons, and streamers. You can also find educational-themed party supplies for the celebration, like Sesame Street decorations or Baby Einstein supplies.
Gifts for the first year can be items that symbolize your growth and development. Soon, if they’re not all ready, they’ll move on to sippy cups. Pick out some brightly colored sips for the birthday boy or girl. Felt hats are a practical gift to help keep them warm in the colder months. Parents can take professional photos of their little ones and put themed frames as party favors for guests.
By the time your little one’s first birthday, he will probably be very crawling and may even be trying to walk around a bit. Be sure to leave enough space in a safe area for your baby to crawl while meeting and greeting guests. This means placing a baby bumper at the bottom of any stairs you may have around the house, putting exit bumpers at each of the room exits, and making sure to cover all sharp corners of your furniture with a rubber bumper. .