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Don’t be too ambitious when you plan the party. Here are a few things you should keep in mind to ensure that it is a success:

• Don’t invite too many people. It is far too daunting for a baby and he may end up clinging to you all the time.
• Time it right – schedule the party for a time when your baby is well rested and fed.
• Put away all breakable and fragile items – with other children around, there is no way that you will be able to supervise them all the time.
• Get help. You also need time to interact with the guests and to make sure that the guest of honour has a good time. With so much going on, you will need someone who can run around serving guests and clearing away.
• Serve wholesome snacks that are safe for young children – don’t risk a child choking on nuts or popcorn.
• Don’t bother inviting a clown or magician – they may frighten your baby or his guests.
• Keep it brief – parties are exhausting for a baby (and you!). An hour will do.
• Provide a variety of toys and if you can, have more than one of each kind to avoid competition.
• A ball pond can be hired. It is always a hit with babies this age.
• Put drop sheets out – parties are messy affairs!

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