If one thing’s for certain, it’s that we all make mistakes – we’re human!
But the good news is that throwing an outrageously fun party for your child can be a breeze – once you know which stress-inducing mistakes to avoid.
Read this quick post to discover 5 common birthday party planning mistakes (and how to easily avoid them!)
Scheduling food and activities for the same time slot
Few things can bring a birthday party to a screeching halt faster than a spilled drink or plate of food that (inevitably) gets stepped on. Avoid unnecessary tears by scheduling games and entertainment separately from the time when kids eat.
Trying to plan the entire party by yourself
You could do everything yourself, but you could also bake a cake standing on your head if you really wanted to (but that would just be silly). Recruit enough help before the party so that you have a chance to relax and enjoy your child’s special day, too.
Choosing a date before asking if the best friend is free
It’s easy to just invite everyone and hope for the best, but checking-in with the parents of your son or daughter’s best friend before choosing a date is a guaranteed win for everyone.
Planning an outdoor party without a backup plan
Rescheduling the party because of inclement weather would be a huge disappointment for your child and guests (not to mention more work for you). As they say in show business, “The party must go on!”
Waiting until the last minute to start planning
The sooner you start planning, the more choices you’ll have. Not sure where to begin? Make party planning feel like a walk in the park by printing this 6 week step-by-step checklist.
Let my experience performing for thousands of parties guide the call and avoid making these 5 common birthday party planning mistakes – you’ll be happy you did!
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