First b-day coming up

We are planning to have out twins 1st b-day at our house from 2-4 pm...Do any of you have any suggestions to ensure it goes somewhat smoothly..there will mostly be adults in attendance.

 

Is that during their nap time? That is the only problem I could maybe see. I hope you have a wonderful time!

 

I would keep it small and simple, and not during naptime. Otherwise it's a basic party - food, cake, and presents. It's nice to have a space with toys where babies can play out of the way of the adults. It's also nice to have favors for the kids.

 

my advice is to plan it so it is after their naps. Then they will be rested and have a great time. It's good that you are doing it at your house so they will feel more comfortable especially of their are a lot of people. I was shocked my guys had the best time and our house was packed. The naps are key. good luck.

 

They usually nap from 12-1 or 2 so we should be fine...thanks!

 

LOL Ours chose NOT to nap on that day for some reason! Sounds like you are timing it just right! Enjoy!

 

Make sure to have someone else besides you or dh to be in charge of pictures and/or video. Also, make sure to tell them if there are any specific pictures you want. Other than that just enjoy the day!!

 

Schedule it for the time of day when they're most likely to be happy -- the adults can adjust more easily.
Don't have too many people (or at least not too many unfamiliar people).
Don't go crazy with decorations and games, unless you really enjoy that sort of thing. The kids won't even notice, and you don't need anything else to stress about.

As you can probably tell, I'm not a big-party person -- we had about 12 people and just had brunch at our house, and it went great. I still stressed a little bit about getting the food on the table (and I missed seeing Amy eat her first piece of cake, because I was busy serving cake to everyone else), but on the whole it was about my speed.

Also, yes, make sure someone else is taking pictures.

 

Remember that the first birthday party is for YOU (and DH). You survived the first year, and deserve to acknowledge and celebrate that. Birthday parties for them will start in a few years, they won't remember this, but you will--this year it's about the great work mom and dad have done so far.