early birthday shopping
By poshearns
@poshearns (133)
February 14, 2011 9:59pm CST
my baby's birthday is already next month.
as early as 6 months ago, i started shopping for her give aways. we are in the middle class so that means there is not really a lot of money with us at a given time. but we are just hoping that we could reach even just the lower upper class strata, God willing.
anyway, last week, i also bought her a pair of boots and a silly hat, and that is already our birthday gifts for her.
i am just contemplating if we are going to invite everybody that we listed for her birthday. I am pretty sure that not everybody will come but i would like to reduce the guest list and make our expenses fit within the given budget. we already have a given budget because we won a birthday party package. we are just thinking of making everything fit within that. if we have to add something, but at least it will not be as big. right now, with the current guestlist and if everybody will attend, we will be adding almost the same amount as our current budget. i am in a quandary because i feel guilty as we might be wasting God's resources.
although this is really for our child, i just don't want to overdo it and neglect other expenses.
still contemplating on what to do.
7 responses
@dodo19 (47336)
• Beaconsfield, Quebec
16 Feb 11
Birthdays are always exciting, but I don't think that it's always worth going overboard. Stick to what you can afford is always the best way to go. You definitely don't want to be in debt for the next months just because you spend way too much. I doubt that it's not something that you want, or many people would want, for that matter. It's just easier if you stay within your means.
@mermaidivy (15394)
• United States
15 Feb 11
I underrstand that you are excited about your baby's birthday, you jsut wnat to buy toys for him :-) I always want to get toys for my baby as well. But I stick to my budget each month so I don't over spend it and not spoil him... too much 
@dainy1313 (2370)
• Leon, Mexico
15 Feb 11
Hello Poshearns! I do understand you, quite well. Well, it often happens that if you want a 5 people party, you must invite 10, and if you want a 10 people party, you must invite 20, and so on. And remember that the people might bring a present for your baby. And kids really doesn´t eat so much. They just want to play all time. Relax. Make a 15 or 17 person plan, and have a happy birthday party... Blessings!... Dainy
@hardworkinggurl (37063)
• United States
15 Feb 11
First birthday parties always seem to be the biggest celebration. I think it has to do with the joy of having our child. Most importantly we need to remember that the child will not remember the party and celebration.
I believe most of us are you as well where we want to go all out with the first birthday party. So take many pictures for you and your child to enjoy later in life as this will be the most priceless gift ever. Best of luck and Happy Birthday to you baby!
@staria (2780)
• Philippines
15 Feb 11
Spend according to your means. It would not do you good if you overspend, you'll get problematic in the process. Now determine your ideal budget then plan ahead. Scout for best party packages, a cheaper one would mean more visitors. If you will go ahead w/ a more expensive one, you will have to uninvite other friends. It is a matter of plus and minus. If you will not be able to invite everyone, just explain to them and I am sure that they will understand. Have fun :)
@zralte (4178)
• India
15 Feb 11
My suggestion would be to stick to your budget. I know it is very easy to go overboard. In my opinion, there are some moderate thing that you can do for a first birthday that does not involve spending a lot of money. At that age, they don't really know what is going on anyway. Celebrate it with a few friends and family, make it memorable. It does not have to be expensive. There are a lot more things to spend your money on rather than a party which your baby will not even understand. Just stating my opinion.
