It’s ridiculously easy to go a little bonkers planning your child’s birthday party . Trust me. I know. Especially with your first child, you get caught up creating an event that you hope will be a treasured memory.
Some moms agonize over the perfect theme, coordinated paper products, spectacular decorations, and goody bags that rival the birthday presents. Others turn to expensive professional party venues to avoid the stress.
It doesn’t have to be that way; birthday parties can be cheap and easy.
Given the choice, most kids take a relaxed approached to entertaining. Many are happy to get some chips, soda, candy, and time to play with their friends.
This time around, I let my kids plan and run my son’s 9th birthday party. It was easy, cheap, stress-free, and loads of fun.
KISS Kid’s Party Plan -Â (Keep It Simple Summer):
1. Kayla and Alex made a guest list, limited to 12 max.
2. We picked up a set of invitations a...
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