Emily turned 8 in March. She is at an in between party stage, a bit too ‘old’ for play centres but too young for a movie and meal with a few friends. She wanted to invite 8-10 friends so I decided to try something different, a Japanese dress up Teppenyaki dinner $15 per head at 7pm on a Friday evening. The girls had a fantastic time, they felt very grown up and all looked so cute. The parents loved it as they didn’t lose a Saturday afternoon, we were all done and dusted by 8.30 and the Japanese birthday cult was born within my local community.
Kids parties can be very stressful for parents, keeping an eye on and taking care of a bunch of hyped up Batmen or Fairies takes it’s toll on even the most organised Mums and Dads. Sadly we live in a culture where more is often considered better. Kids parties are not competitive sports; no one gets a prize for hosting the most extravagant. Kids will always have a great time being the centre of attention no matter what your budget allows so this week we have put together some tips and found some very innovative products to consider for your next party... like chocolate pasta!!
From the Team at Parenting Australia we wish you a wonderful Easter Break and Happy Egg Hunting!
Jane King
Mother to Emily 8, Cristian 14
Founder of Parenting Australia |
Artisse Organic offer a tasty range of certified organic and allergen free snacks kids are sure to love!
Artisse Organic Lollipops are made with real fruit colours and flavours, they are totally free from common allergens gluten, wheat, dairy, peanut and soy.
Artisse Organic Aribars, which come in yummy cocoa and creamy vanilla varieties, are also free from gluten, wheat and dairy. What's more they have the added goodness of whole grain brown rice, but don’t worry the kids will never notice… they’re entirely delicious!
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12 Tips for Party Success |
1 - Send invitations out and requests for help from family and friends 6 weeks early.
2 - Follow up RSVP’S 2 weeks prior to the party.
3 - Decide on a theme and budget and stick to it.
4 - Check with parents about allergies.
5 - If children are under 5 ensure you have a parents mobile number.
6 - Keep pets away, some children are afraid of animals.
7 - Do not allow your child to open presents at the party.
8 - Get referrals from other parents for entertainers.
9 - Pack lolly bags well in advance, prepare extras for siblings.
10 - Ensure children cannot wander off your premises and that pool gates are locked.
11 - Make healthy choices with food but keep it fun, do not serve red cordial.
12 - Plan some old fashioned games to get everyone involved.
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| www.kidscostumebox.com.au is the most amazing website, if you’re looking for something super cute for a dress up and want to avoid the mainstream options check them out.. also great for the creatvily challenged among us who don’t know one end of a needle from another, save them to your favourites now! |
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To win one of 5 x $75 vouchers to spend at Kids Costume Box click here…
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Everyone can YARDPARTY!!!
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When you have yardparty.com.au at your fingertips you have access to the premier, party ‘games hire’ specialists in the country. Operating now in most cities across Australia, you’ll find most of your favourite games in ‘GIANT’ form including their house brick sized Lego, 3 x 3 metre snakes and ladders plus an amazing range of giant balls up to 2.2m high, and much more. Their comprehensive range of indoor and outdoor games are extremely popular and suitable for team games and highly educational also. Designed for all ages from toddlers to grown-ups and for every occasion and budget. ‘Seriously Creative’ and ‘The Play Space’ represent Yardparty in Sydney. “We receive enquiries for everything from children’s parties, school/sports days, fetes, corporate hires, TV commercials, film production, weddings, you name it, and we do it!" Unique, versatile creative and innovative. Why not make your next party a Yardparty! Contact them today!
The Play Space also offers Games Workshop and Plaster Painting Parties and sells educational and bilingual products. |
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WIN a $200 Party Parlour Gift Voucher! |
The Party Parlour is an online store designed to make it quick and easy for you to find lots of great products and ideas for parties without even having to leave home. Your kids will love giving their input and together you can design a unique, stylish and affordable party without the time and stress of going out shopping.
The Party Parlour will help you to really enjoy celebrating the day with your child and their special guests. You will create not just great parties, but wonderful memories that you and your child will treasure for many years.
To win a $200 Party Parlour Voucher click here... |
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Having a space-themed party? Try Choc-Asteroids, Solar Seeds, Galactic Peanuts and Moon Stones!
Try their Crunchy Ice Cream as a lolly bag. It's real Ice Cream, freeze dried and doesn't need any refrigeration! Used by NASA for astronauts in the Apollo space missions it is delicious, amazing and a wild success with 3 - 14 year olds.
Love soft toys? Then shop online at The Professors Shop for a great range of genuine high quality Teddy and Friends soft toys – At Australia's best prices.
They’ve even invented Decadent Chocolate Dessert Pasta ™ the sweet, chocolaty pasta that is eaten as a delicious dessert.
It's all online at The Professors Shop – Unique and Quality Confectionery at wholesale prices to the public, retailers and fundraisers.
Shop online at The Professors Shop for unique and bulk confectionery, gifts and soft toys. Add them to your bookmarks for your next party.
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Meet our Baby of the Month Chloe and find out how to enter your little pumpkin into our April Baby of the Month for your chance to win a $200 Pumpkin Patch voucher click here |
Easter Show winners have been drawn click here to see if you were a lucky winner |
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