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First Birthday Party: Part 3 - Cakes

Jeanne Benedict
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Besides your birthday boy or girl, the most important part of the birthday party is the cake! There's nothing more special than seeing your baby take a messy bite of his or her first birthday cake as it's a tradition that your baby can finally participate in!

Since a first birthday is a milestone for you and your baby, get inspired to create a beautiful, fun and memorable cake for the party! You'll have a picture of your baby and the cake forever so choosing the right theme or adding the right details is essential!

Here are some helpful hints and ideas on how to create and display the perfect cake! Although having a great cake is important, you don't have to spend a fortune. Don't compare your cake to anyone else. If you want to buy a cake that's great, but if you'd rather make it, that's just as fabulous. As long as it means something to you and your baby, that's all that counts!

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