Should I list what my child likes on his birthday party invitations?

Question

Should I list what my child likes on his birthday party invitations?

Answer 1

I would. It would def. make things a lot easier for the guests. I would maybealso include what size clothing he wears.

I don't see anything wrong with it.

Answer 2

I wouldn't list specific things he wants, that seems disrespectful to the people you are inviting.  If they are going to get him a gift, they will either pick one out on their own, or ask you what he might like.  

You might have invitations that depict a character or show he likes, that is a very subtle hint to people.  

Also, depending on his age, some stores have "birthday registries" like wedding or baby, so the kids can go scan what they want.  Then you can write that for ideas, the invitees can go to such-a-such store.  I don't know how I feel about that though, if the child is to young, they might think they are going to get everything they scanned and be disappointed.

Answer 3

That is an extremely rude thing to do.

Answer 4

Oh, no, I wouldn't ... it seems a little tacky and suggests you're having the party so that he'll get gifts.  I would just let people bring whatever they want to.  Have fun :)

Answer 5

i really can't imagine anything more rude or classless, no offense.  i guess you're trying to be helpful, but if i saw something like that, i just wouldn't go to the party.

Answer 6

I wouldn't. I've never thought about this before, but my son will be turning 2 soon. I think I will leave the option of what toys to buy him up tot he guests. This way he will learn to appreciate whatever he gets, even if it isnt what he was expecting.

Answer 7

Yes

Answer 8

I don't think so.  If it were me, I might get invitations that include that--like if s/he likes Sesame Street, get Sesame Street invitations.  That way you're not being rude, but some people will understand that s/he likes that and maybe get related gifts.

Answer 9

i think that is too tacky- this isn't a wedding where you can register for gifts-instead of worrying that your child may not get what he likes, you have to spend time teaching your child how to accept gifts graciously. he should learn to thank each guest for their kind gift even if it isn't something he really wanted-it is an opportunity to help him develop into a kind person-dont put the gift requests on the invite-it would just look bad.

Answer 10

Some say yes, and some say no. I in a way love it! I never did it with my son during his birthday. But I got calls non stop saying, "What does he like? What does he want? What size clothes does he wear?"

I did have a friend who has her son's birthday July 5. She put on the back:

He wears a size 18 month in clothes.

He loves Diego DVDs.

He does not have any bath toys.

His favorite animal is the tiger.

Please do not give him crayons/ markers since he has issues with coloring on the walls.

This has helped me a lot. So much that I knew what I was going to get him right away.

Answer 11

no. because if they buy him something unique, he can explore new things. so let them choose what 2 buy.  it will b more of a surprise 2 him.

Answer 12

I actually saw a birthday card insert on ebay one day, that I am sorry I didn't pay more attention to (or order)...basically from what I remember it was like a business card, that gets inserted in with birthday invitation.  There is a small pic of the party theme (i.e.: Elmo, princess, whatever-maybe matching the invitation theme) and it listed the following:

clothing size, shoe size, favorite animals or characters, etc. (I suppose you could change it to meet your needs)

I have twins turning two in August...I think this is a wonderful idea!  Having to return clothes that don't fit, or toys that we already have is at times such a hassle especially with kids in tow, as we all know.  I figure it might end some of the continuous calls as to what they will like or not like or what sizes they wear, etc.  

I think partygoers would appreciate knowing what the birthday boy or girl wants.  It still gives people the option to buy anything they want, but helps them in knowing sizes, etc.  I do not think this will in any way affect how they appreciate a gift in the long run.  Using this idea for children from ages 1 to 5 or 6...why not?   I can't see using this idea when a child is older (or for an adult).  Now that might be construed as tacky.

Personally I think including a little information would be a good idea.  I intend on doing it...even if not for friends...at least for the family members!  There is just too much to do in planning a party (even for little ones), that I don't have the time to always field these questions.  

Go for it!  Make it tactful and I think you'll find others trying to do the same in the future.  

Good luck!  and Have a wonderful happy stressfree birthday party!

Answer 13

no.. that's tacky...