First birthday party gamesThese first birthday party games will keep guests big and small entertained!It's such an important occasion... If you're inviting some close friends over to mark this great event, why not prepare some first birthday party games to make your party even more memorable? Let's get the lowdown on tips and tricks for a first birthday party - as well as a selection of games that include music, a little mess - and some great fun! Plus we'll be thinking about how to make this first birthday into a really special occasion. First birthday tips and tricks!A baby party should be kept simple.It's best just to invite a few friends and other babies and young children. You will need time to look after your baby during the party, and other parents will also have to pay attention to their young ones. Babies and toddlers love being with other children, but won't tend to play with them. Playing some fun first birthday party games together will add a more sociable aspect to the party, but don't expect every child to want to join in every time. Think of your guests. Avoid nap times if possible - although each child will have their own routine. Mid-morning or an afternoon slot would be appropriate, and then you can serve morning or afternoon tea, without having to prepare and serve a meal... ...which gives you the opportunity of bringing out the cake, blowing out the candle and singing Happy Birthday! Expect your party to last between one and two hours. Provide a selection of baby-safe toys for them to play with such as:
...and then add some baby books and nursery songs to the mix. Blend this free play with the first birthday party games suggested below!  First birthday party gamesBaby professionsAssemble items that represent different professions.
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If you already have a fireman's hat, nurse's uniform or other kid toys representing jobs, so much the better. Lay these out together on the floor and cover with a blanket. Now you can let your baby crawl or waddle towards the blanket. Uncover the items, and let your child choose one of them. The first item picked up predicts the future profession of your child! You may want to take a photo at this point for posterity! Singing and action games You can play a recording of a few favorite nursery rhyme songs, and do the actions together. Alternatively, if you have a book of nursery rhymes, you can sit the little ones around you and read or sing some together. A large book with pictures of animals provides an opportunity for everyone to make some great animal noises! Get the adults to join in too, of course - they'll enjoy it more than the kids! Filling and emptying games And the messier - the better! A bucket of soft balls, or socks, a sturdy bag with a selection of kid safe items collected from around the house - or your own selection of toys collected into a basket - will do fine. Tip everything out and gather it all together again. Let your baby help you tip it out again - and again. All the children can join in with this one. If you laugh, the little ones will think it's great fun too! You can finish by emptying out a bag of small party gifts for each your little guests - something to squeeze in the bath, a small cloth book or something nice to shake. If your child guests are all about the same age, it's best to get the same thing for everybody to avoid tantrums. Crawl 'n chase race ...do make sure they haven't just eaten, however! Clear a space, and place a large cuddly toy at the end of the room. Ask where it is, then "spot" it, and crawl towards it as if your life depended on it! Get another adult to move the toy to the other end of the room. Repeat the process and dash off, on all fours, towards it. If your older guests join in, the little ones will be ecstatic. Then you can take a break from your first birthday party games if you think it's time for a drink and the cake! Check out more 1st birthday party supplies, including baby banners, bibs, gift and keepsake ideas for extra inspiration! Making a first birthday party specialIn addition to playing first birthday party games, you may want to add some activities to remember the excitement of that important day a year ago......as well as find more tips on hosting and enjoying the day! I've added some fantastic first birthday party ideas that will make your own celebration of baby's first birthday extra special. More resourcesTeddy bear party gamesA teddy bear theme is ideal for a first birthday - here's my collection of teddy bear party games. Musical party songs Toddler party games
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