Article: You'll most likely be feeding a wide variety of guests, including babies, adults and kids of varying ages, so plan accordingly. Serve food that appeals to everyone. Remember, some of your guests may not have teeth yet! Also be aware of your guests' dietary needs, including known allergens and religious restrictions. Your child, and many of the guests, won't know how to use a fork or hold a plate. Consider easy to eat, one- or two-bite foods. Cheese cubes Individual sweets Mini sandwiches Fruit pieces Pizza, although it's a little difficult for toddlers to eat without some help Sure, plenty of it will end up on your child's face and hands, but it's a classic photo opportunity and, well, everyone loves cake. Ask your local bakery for theme suggestions, too. Or, you can bake a cake yourself. Your child won't understand more complex and cooperative activities yet, so plan a short, simple activity that makes them the focus, but includes all of your guests. Have guests take turns reading from your child's favorite book. The fun part for guests can be acting out the text and reading it to your baby in different voices. Have a sing-a-long. Your child probably enjoys hearing music, and having your guests participate in singing their favorite songs is a great way to include everyone. Your soon-to-be 1 year-old doesn't really understand yet how to interact with other babies, so don't plan games or group activities that would be only be suitable for older kids. Also consider your guest list. If you're having a lot of somewhat older kids, consider a separate activity space for them with art projects, books and suitable toys. Small bags of candy are a great way to say "thanks" for making your baby's day a special one. You can customize them based on age. For example, you can put dark chocolates or something more even more elegant in the adult favors, while kids will be perfectly content with milk chocolate and sugary sweets. It's always best to avoid giving sweets to babies, so substitute a small, cuddly toy for your tiniest guests.
What is a summary of what this article is about?
Keep your menu simple. Serve finger foods. Have a birthday cake. Plan a game or activity that includes everyone. Plan additional games and activities based on your guest list. Give everyone a party favor.