1st birthday

Hi Mum. First. You’re doing great! Second. Don’t feel guilty. My twins first birthday is coming up and I’ve decided it’ll just be them and my family (family meaning all who live in our house).. my mom isn’t even invited lol. So I get 100% where you’re coming from. I would of course consider meeting up another day with friends who desire to celebrate (maybe a trip to the library’s children section or park) but in the end it’s what works for you/your family and what you’re comfortable with. Happy 1st Birthday to your Son! 🥳💙

Nah they're not going to remember it anyway, I have no idea what happened for my first birthday 🤣
We're having a small party 4 days after her real birthday but for the actual day we'll probably make cupcakes or something and let her try/smash one

I also have a little one who doesn't like being surrounded by people, especially strangers! Her actual birthday we plan to visit the aquarium because she LOVES fish, and she'll have gifts at home 😊

No, you’re not a bad mom! Just one who wants to do what’s best for your baby. And actually, that’s makes you a good mom. Their first birthdays should be a celebration of making it through their first year for both you and baby. Soooo imo, the least stressful and most enjoyable scenario for all is best. Don’t worry about other people! It isn’t about them

My daughter don't like to be surrounded by people eather. I decided to have her party down the beach so I can just walk around with her and bring her on the swing near by or let her play on the beach. But I'm sure she'll be happy to see her little cousins since she loves kids. Also I'll keep it short so a max of a 2hrs thing. 🙏 don't let other people opinion get to you. I'm a people pleaser as well but I have how to set boundaries especially when it comes to my daughter ❤

Maybe try to get your baby comfortable around other people sooner than later. This anxiety will probably get worse with time. Otherwise, F a party. If you don't want to have a party don't have one.

yes we are doing aquarium too

Thank you so much everyone I feel better with my decision

No not at all my oldest first birthday it was just me her and dad and had a little celebration of our own went to the zoo just made it a day , my twins are coming up on a year and we are going to do the same besides the first year is mostly for you as parents you know you made it the first year and they really can't do or enjoy anything anyway so save that money lol just do something fun and small and within your family

we’re doing the aquarium too! That’s so funny lol 🤍

1st birthday is more for the parents anyway. Skip it if you don't want it!