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18th Birthday Party Game Ideas

That monumental 18th birthday party can be bittersweet. You’ve given your teen more than a dozen birthday parties, but now he is starting to pull away. This may be one of the last under your roof, unless it falls during a school break or he will be living at home after high school. Host a party that celebrates the adult he is becoming and the kid he was.

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Birthday Sleepover Games

It’s your child’s birthday, and your house is about to be invaded by a small group of his friends for a sleepover. Keep them busy with several games so that they don’t resort to pranks such as crank calls or dipping each other’s hands in hot water. Schedule the games so that active and loud games happen early in the evening and quieter games occur as the children are winding down for bed.

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Kids’ Party Decorating Ideas

Packaged party decorations are a thing of the past. Decorate for a kids’ party with the child in mind. Integrate favorite colors, characters, themes or activities of your child’s choice. Whether you plan a fanciful affair with an elaborate decor or a simple garden party, the decorations should create a focal point. Brainstorm your child’s party themes with your child, but also look through storybooks and illustrations for nontraditional themes and inspiration.

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Ideas for a Baby Gift Basket

If you’re looking for a gift for the new baby of a friend or family member, giving a gift basket is an adorable and thoughtful way to welcome a new baby into this world. In addition, a gift basket is an ideal gift if you are having a tough time deciding what to give. The fun part is choosing what to put inside the gift basket. Options are plentiful, ranging from simple and frugal to the sophisticated and expensive.