Ensuring your pre-schooler has a memorable and enjoyable birthday can be challenging at the best of times, but now we’re in the middle of a worldwide pandemic, it’s safe to say that many parents are being pushed to their limits!
While the majority play centres, pre-schools and playgrounds are closed and the number of people we can mix with may be restricted, the idea of celebrating your pre-schoolers birthday and giving your child the celebration they deserve can seem a little difficult. However, I’ve gathered together some simple ideas that will ensure everyone enjoys the day for all the right reasons.
Read on for some pre-school birthday ideas to try during the pandemic.
Get their gifts ready
The only thing harder than organising a birthday celebration for your little ones is knowing what gifts to spoil them with! Thankfully, you’ll find a range of toys for 3 year old girls here, just click the link. Getting their gifts ready as soon as possible before their big day means you won’t be worried about delayed delivery times, or other logistical issues brought on by covid. The same applies to all your gift wrap and birthday cards! The sooner you purchase these necessities, the better!
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Fancy dress fun
Does your 3-year-old love a particular cartoon or movie? You could make their birthday extra special by getting the entire family involved! Playing dress up as your little one’s favourite characters will put a smile on everyone’s faces. Don’t worry if you’re on a budget right now, there are plenty of subtle ways you can make fancy dress costumes with materials you already have at home.
Don’t forget the cake!
It wouldn’t be a birthday without a delicious cake! You could make their birthday extra special by making it yourself, but if you don’t have the time or skills, consider something store-bought or ask a local cake-connoisseur to help you out. Don’t feel the pressure to provide something with numerous tiers and highly-detailed, fondant figurines, even the simplest of chocolate sponge cakes will always be well received!
Video call entertainment
Whether your little one has a favourite princess, a much-loved superhero or you want to wow them with a birthday magic show, you don’t have to let the pandemic spoil their birthday fun. More entertainers than ever are switching to video call messages and online shows, as a way of making your child’s lockdown birthday celebration special and unique. Whether it’s a unique birthday message or a full-blown entertainment extravaganza, the whole family will enjoy gathering around the laptop to watch the show!
Brush up on your face painting skills
Face painting is a kid’s party tradition you don’t need to give up on just yet. If the face painter can’t come to you, why not brush up on your own skills, purchase some paints (or some helpful stencils) and get creative! You’ll have a whole family of tigers, clowns, superheroes and pirates by the end of the day!
And finally, don’t sweat it
The pressure to put together a birthday party for your little one certainly intense, but don’t let the pandemic make the situation worse! Keep things simple and fun and everyone will enjoy their special day.
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