One of our children has a birthday during the winter/christmas break from school. We had planned a small party once school resumed, but ended up deciding to have a birthday party in April when the grandparents visit. I'm now wondering if parents will think it's strange to celebrate a birthday later - not even at the halfway point.
So I'm asking, do you think it's odd to have a party essentially 4 months after a real birthday. I honestly didn't want the celebration to get lost in the holiday bustle.
No, I don't think it is
No, I don't think it is strange. It is not like you had a party 4 months ago and are having another one. Go for it and who cares what anyone thinks anyway. I hope your child enjoys their day!
KarilouMomof2 is a discussion leader for arizonamoms.com living in Tempe. Her daughters are 9 and 6.
My son's bday is on Dec.5th
My son's bday is on Dec.5th (which he also shares with a first cousin who is 1 year older than him just by coincidence) - his bday is right in between Thanksgiving & Xmas. My 2nd son's bday is Nov. 19th - 2 weeks prior to the first and before Thanksgiving. Because of medical infertility issues - every month is an 'opportunity' and well I guess my conception opportunities always ended up in the early part of the year (lucky me!) Hee heee. Anyhow, last year when I was pregnant with my 2nd one I celebrated my Dec. kiddos birthday a month early (as we had no idea when the baby would come & knew we were safe celebrating early. Neither of my kids were c-sections or induced so I had no decision making on birthday dates.) So, I'd recommend celebrate later or maybe consider early too. This year is the first year celebrating two birthdays and I've picked to do a very small intimate party for each within 1 week of their birthday (early for the Nov. child.) and a day late for the older child. I think doing a half year bday is fine, however I'd really emphasize their true bday day (if even with only immediate family) at home the day of the child's bday - maybe having the child pick their favorite meal for everyone to eat that night. Those little things are the most memorable things children remember when they grow up (because it was 'their day'.) Have fun!
LisaMommy is a 38 year old discussion leader for arizonamoms.com from the Paradise Valley/Scottsdale area. Her two boys are ages 9 months and 3 years old.
Early/late seems fine to
Early/late seems fine to me.
At my daughter's school, many of the kids with summer birthdays will celebrate in April or May or September...to ensure that everyone who is gone for the summer is around to attend!
But definitely - I agree with LisaMommy to also make a big deal out of the actual day; if only at home! (we always do family gifts on the actual day, with friend gifts reserved for the party date).
Happy2BMommy, is a stay-at-home mom who just turned 40 (argh!) with a 7 yr. old daughter and a 5 yr. old son, and is a discussion leader for arizonamoms.com living in Scottsdale.
I think as long as you have
I think as long as you have a party people can attand and isn't lumped in with other birthdays, or holidays it's fine to have them late or early. 4 months might be a little longer than I would do all the time, but it made sense in your situation so you could have the grandparents involved. I'd try for consistency though. So it doesn't become "just any old day" you throw it.
How often do birthday
How often do birthday parties fall on the actual day? Granted its usually within a few weeks of the date, but still I certainly wouldn't consider it odd. Besides, the only opinion that matters is the child and I'm sure any child would gladly take it 4 months from the day in exchange for having their grandparents there.
"Family is not an important thing, its everything." - Michael J. Fox
A friend of mine has 2 kids,
A friend of mine has 2 kids, their birthdays are Dec. 26th and Jan. 18th. She usually does a joint party in early Feb. So, do whatever works for you! No one will mind.
Hobbymommy, 38, is a discussion leader from Mesa. She is a happy stay-at-home mommy to a 3-year-old daughter and a 2-year-old son.