Wife Wants a Grand First Birthday Party for Her Child
BIRTHDAY DILEMMA – A mother is having a hard time deciding how to celebrate her child’s first birthday in May 2025. She shared her thoughts online, asking for advice on whether to keep it simple or have a grand celebration.
She and her husband initially planned to hold the party at a fast-food restaurant, like Jollibee or McDonald’s. They made this choice because of their stressful experience during their child’s baptism. They hosted a small lunch at a restaurant and only invited a few people to keep things peaceful.
However, some relatives were upset because they weren’t invited. The couple didn’t want a large gathering, but their family expected to be included. The complaints and drama made them decide that for the first birthday, they would pick a place where anyone could come without exceeding their budget.
Now that she’s planning the party, she feels uncertain. A fast-food party would cost around ₱30,000 to ₱40,000, but a bigger celebration, like a swimming party for the family, could cost ₱80,000 to ₱90,000. Her husband, who prefers to save money and avoid large gatherings, is against spending too much. He believes a grand party would only make their relatives happy, even though they always have something negative to say. He suggested saving for their child’s 7th birthday instead, when their child would be old enough to enjoy and remember it.
His response upset her. She wondered if she was just being too ambitious or if it was normal to want something special for her child. She also began reflecting on her decision to quit her job after giving birth. If she had kept working, she could have saved for the party without worrying about money.
Now, she feels guilty and confused, questioning whether it’s wrong to want a grand celebration. She reached out for advice, hoping to hear that her feelings were normal. Even though she feels frustrated, she is still trying to decide between being practical or making the day extra special for her child.
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