5 Common Birthday Party Planning Mistakes
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!)
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!”
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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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