Focus on Better Behavior

I read about a recent poll that asked people if birthdays for kids had gotten out of control. It was an overwhelming “yes”. Many believe that in this age, parents go overboard and it’s really to show off for other parents, not to have a party for the kids. When I was a kid, we had cake and ice cream and the age I was as a candle on the cake. Maybe 3-4 other kids would come and we would play in the yard. It’s best for your sanity to keep it simple. If they are old enough let them choose a few friends to do something, the zoo, the park, a swimming pool, or just have a small party at home. You don’t need to spend a lot of money to create a memorable event for your child.