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Birthday Party Etiquette

Birthday Party Etiquette

by Team Scary Mommy
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It’s baby’s first birthday party. Go big or go home? Unless you’re a Kardashian-Jenner, you’re likely not in a position to erect a mini theme park based on your baby. It’s important to remember that while this is a landmark in your life as a parent, your baby won’t remember the celebration you throw, no matter how grand. So just how worthwhile are first birthday parties, and how do you stop them from becoming bigger than what they actually are?

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