The article discusses the author's philosophy about celebrating children's birthdays, emphasizing that meaningful parties should commence at age 5 when kids can appreciate them. Prior to this age, the author prefers simple family gatherings, believing that toddlers won't remember lavish celebrations. The author details the effort that goes into planning a fifth birthday party, including hiring services and curating goody bags, highlighting the contrast between early birthday events and more elaborate celebrations. This approach strikes a balance between family traditions and creating lasting memories for young children.
I refused to do that, even when my daughter started begging for a party at age 3. As I told her, your real birthday party will come at age 5.
Throwing a fifth birthday party... is a lot of work... especially when you compare it to the minimal effort needed for a first or second birthday event.
I ordered food, hired a company to give the girls manicures and hair treatments, and spent time curating goody bags that wouldn't get tossed.
Our kids haven't been denied celebrations before the age of 5; they have just been smaller, simpler affairs kept within the family.
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