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How to Throw a 3 Year Old a Birthday Party?
Asked by K.S. from Portland
on September 25, 2008
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I don't know how to throw my daughter her 3 year party (October 25th). The last two years have been close family only, and I was fine with that. But since my B-day i...
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- You may feel pressure to throw a big party, but you obviously want to buck the trend. Any of the kids parties that my group holds are 2 hrs., snacks for the kids and ...
- I have two boys, 7 and 4. We always have their bday parties on the weekend during the day at our house or at the park, with snacks (pretzels, cheese sticks, etc.) or p...
- K., I went to 2 parties on the same weekend for friends/neighbors kids. Each was different, but they both focused on the child. 1. had chairs set up around the p...
Birthday Party Goodie Bag Ideas
Asked by K.P. from San Francisco
on January 22, 2009
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My son is turning 4 and we are having a party with kids from a variety of ages. I would like to know some ideas for goodie bags. I'm already spending a fortune on the ...
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- Hi K., I agree with the other moms -- I end up throwing away most of the items that come in goodie bags! One of the best ideas I've seen was to bake a few (2 or 3) d...
- Hi K., I've always preferred giving more useful items that can still be fun for the kids. When my daughter was that age I liked to give cheater chopsticks. They are...
- I always go to the Dollar Store and pick out one bigger item instead of a bunch of little things. I've given out Kites, Puzzels, Dolls, Dream Catchers, etc. At Hallowe...
Birthday Party Goodie-bag Ideas
Asked by N.P. from Dallas
on April 2, 2008
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I am so tired of all the junk-goodie-bags my kids get at all the birthday parties they attend. My daughter is turning 6 and is having her party at a bounce-house-place...
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- my daughter just received a kite at a party and it was a perfect choice for this time of year. I think Walmart has them for around $1.00
- Hi, I'm J. and I have 2 daughters, one who is 12 and the other who is 10.I have been there! I have found really cute items at target in the $1 section. What I have d...
- N., I know you said you were tired of candy, but for my daughter's birthday I just bought the pound bags of M&Ms then put about a 1/4 cup in each bag. Her birthday...
Seeking Ideas for 4 Yr Old Daughter's Birthday Party
Asked by L.L. from Sacramento
on March 24, 2008
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Hi Everyone..
My daughter is turning 4 next month and I'm planning a party, but not quite sure what to do. My daughter attends preschool part time and I was lookin...
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- L. - I'm a face painter. Am based in Alameda and work for a very reasonable rate. I also have a 9-year-old daughter. If you're interested, reply to this email and we...
- Hi L. Well one of the things we always did for my son who is now six, was to have an Easter Egg hunt and hs bday is in November, but we did it because he loves to s...
- Check this site out. I always go to this site when i have a party. it has party places in the bay area http://www.bayareakidfun.com/pages/partydirectoryplaces.html
Need Ideas for 3 Yr Old Girl B-day Party on a Tight Budget
Asked by L.I. from Dallas
on January 4, 2008
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My daughter is turning 3 on Jan 26. This will really be her first real birthday party with friends - she missed her birthday party last year because she was in the hos...
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- I had a princess tea party for my daughter's 3rd birthday. She just invited 2 little friends. There is a store in Plano-- is it USA Toy Company? It is near Parker ...
- finger painting pin the tail on the donkey musical chairs make puppets out of mittens or gloves dress up with boas & mommy shoes hope these help... D. G.
- I have had almost all of my children's birthday parties at home and their friends always say it is the best party they've been to- it just takes a little creativity! ...
How Much $ to Spend on a Classmates Birthday Party Gift?
Asked by B.H. from Minneapolis
on February 17, 2007
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My daughter is in kindergarten and has been invited to 3 parties in one month. It's very nice and my daughter is super excited but it's starting to break the bank. And...
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- I like buying activity based gifts. For example, scrapbooking items, paperdolls, craft projects,etc. These items can be pretty inexpensive. I also stock up on good sal...
- What I usually do for these parties is go to Micheals and they usually have a kids craft dollar section where you can get a bunch of items for cheap.the last one i bou...
- Oh man am I glad you asked this! We had 2 K-4 birthdays last month -- I spent $12 on each. Not knowing if that was a good amount or not -- it seems in line or even g...
What to Buy a 4 Year Old Girl for Her Birthday?
Asked by M.J. from Chicago
on July 28, 2009
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We have a birthday party to go to for a 4 year old girl. What are girls into at this age? If you have any suggestions of something cute that I know would be safe to ...
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- I know my daughter was really into the princesses at this age, the dresses for dressing up, anything princess. Also dolls were a bit hit also. Good luck!
- Dress-up and pretend play clothes and toys. : )
- I just asked the mother who invited my kids to her daughter's 4th b-day. She said she just started liking barbie dolls. It's always safe to just ask the M., then you'r...
Gift Ideas for a 5 Year Old Girl
Asked by J.C. from Detroit
on July 11, 2008
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We are going to a birthday party next week and I have no idea what to get the birthday girl. She will be turning 5. Do any of you have any good gift ideas? My daughter...
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- I like gift certs for art class, things like jump ropes and hula hoopes, or toys with gears that have lots of cause and effects. The Museum of Modern Art (MOMA)has som...
- Hi~ Didn't read your other responses, but my daughters can't get enough of polly pockets and barbies. Also, a Webkins stuffed animal may be a good idea, or things li...
- I really believe 5 year olds love princess stuff. I know my niece loves anything that has to do with any disney princess. A good book along with it is great for this a...
Too Much TV
Asked by L.C. from Norfolk
on September 13, 2008
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This is going to sound bad, and that's because I know it is. But my 3 year old daughter watches entirely too much TV. Between 8-12 hours a day. I know that sounds horr...
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- Children are so important. She will be 5 in no time and she will be in school 6 hours a day and then you can have someone else taking care of her while you work and g...
- Wow! That's a lot of TV! But you have a difficult situation and the important thing is that you _care_ about your daughter and are worried she's watching too much. ...
- I took my daughter to work with me until she was 2 - there wasn't a TV and she had to entertain herself much of the day. Turn off the TV, in fact cut off the cable. Ma...
2Nd Birthday Gift Ideas
Asked by K.W. from Burlington
on May 8, 2010
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My daughter is going to be 2 at the end of May. She LOVES babies but already has too many. She has a stroller and a shopping cart and a very small kitchen set. I dont ...
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- puzzles. Nice wooden ones with more challenging designs. Helps with probem solving, patience, determination etc.
- We got our 2 year old an easel, and it is one of the best investments we have made in "toys!" We leave it up, in a corner of a room with a plastic mat underneath, all...
- You've gotten some great answers already. I was going to suggest books, puzzles and arts/craft supplies myself. Blocks are great (for motor skills, problem solving...
