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Is it almost time for your little one’s first birthday? Are you looking for fun, but not your usual run-of-the-mill cake ideas? If so, it may be worth looking into the cake smash idea that’s still as trendy as ever.
You may already have decided on arranging a cupcake delivery because these little treats are not only tasty but also practical. While that sorts out the guests, you may want to arrange something quirky to keep your little one entertained.
Smashing is Still All The Rage
Cake smashing has become a very popular option for your little one’s first birthday. Many moms and grandma’s believe that it’s the perfect way to celebrate this noteworthy milestone in a way that sticks to the traditional cake but with a fun twist for the little one. If you’re not sure if this is something you want to do, then the fun reasons we’ve listed below may change your mind.
1. Understand What a Cake Smash is
Before you knock the idea, be sure to know exactly what it is. As the name suggests, your little one gets to smash a cake. Typically, this is how it works:
- Your little one, (boys or girls) will get dressed up and be seated on a clean surface (such as a plastic tablecloth on the floor)
- A small cake is placed in front of your little one and they’re allowed to do anything with it
- This includes sticking their fingers in, shoving cake all over their faces and even throwing it at whoever dares to get close enough
- A professional photographer, or the aunt who takes all the family photos, ensures that the whole incident is captured in 300 easy-to-view photos
2. Cake Smashing is Different
One of the top reasons cake smashing became popular is that it’s a different approach to the usual themed cake with the giant number one on it. Let’s be honest. Your little one-year-old is not really going to be impressed by a huge, beautifully decorated cake standing on a table they’re not allowed to go near.
With the cake smash, the cake is made for the little ones to enjoy themselves as they see fit. While it’s true that cake smashing is messy, that’s kind of the point. And that’s also why you let them sit on a plastic tablecloth so that you have a better chance of containing all the flying cake.
3. Keeps Your Little One Occupied
As the parent, or the aunt or grandma who is hosting the birthday party, you have a lot to do. You’re more than likely running around making sure that everyone else is fed and entertained and that the party juice never runs out.
You may also be dealing with a baby who as luck will have it, is feeling a little overwhelmed by all the attention. Giving your little one their own space with a soft, colorful spongy cake they can play with is likely to keep them occupied for several hours. This gives you time to catch up on your party chores or simply to just mingle.
4. Provides Free and Fun Entertainment
If your baby’s personality is already shaping up to be quirkier than everyone else’s, then there’s no doubt they will enjoy their cake. They will provide hilarious and fun entertainment that you will always remember.
Some baby’s are shy and may already have an idea that poking and grabbing at the cake isn’t something they may normally be allowed to do. If this is the case, your little one may need some coaxing. Sit on the tablecloth with them and show them that it’s perfectly fine to stick their fingers in the cake. Once that spongy goodness touches their little hands, they’ll get the idea.
5. Allows for an Excellent Photoshoot
It’s no secret that parents want to capture all their little one’s special moments on camera. Whether you’re making a birthday video or running around, phone in hand hoping to capture a few beautiful photos, the goodness is that with a cake smash, you’ll have plenty of good shots. While they may not look their cleanest with cake all over themselves, their happy little faces should make up for that.
6. Your Little Gets to Enjoy Their Cake
You might spend a fortune on the perfect cake, decorated in the theme that you think your little one likes. However, your little one will never understand the effort you put into making their first birthday a special event, especially if they aren’t allowed to touch anything. With a cake smash, your little one will be able to actually enjoy the cake as well. Opt for a cake, or cupcakes for the guest, and give your little one their own cake to enjoy.
Final Thoughts
Opting to add a cake smash to your little one’s birthday is an excellent way to keep them entertained and happy. The joy on your little one’s face means that you’ll get some beautiful photos and above all else, your little one is more likely to enjoy themselves since it is their birthday after all!