Should You Celebrate Your Child's Birthday? Here's Why It Matters
Wondering if you should celebrate your child's birthday? Here are 5 surprising health benefits of birthday celebrations for kids!
TENDER LOVING CARE FOR MOMS & KIDS
My daughter just turned 3 a couple of days ago. We had a simple celebration. We invited her grandparents, prepared her favorite foods, and ordered a cake customized to her chosen design. She was so excited when she saw the cake! 🎂 It was a fun and memorable day spent with close family.
Surely, birthday parties are fun! But did you know that celebrating your child's birthday can benefit their health and development? Let’s explore these top 5 health benefits below:
1. Strengthens Emotional Well-Being
Celebrations trigger the release of “happy hormones” that promote positive emotions, like joy and happiness. A child can feel special and loved when their birthday is celebrated. All of these are essential for their emotional well-being.
2. Develops Social Skills
Celebrating birthdays with family and friends encourages a sense of belonging. Birthday celebrations also provide an opportunity for a child to interact with others, helping develop social skills that are crucial for building relationships.
3. Boosts Physical Health
It is common for a child’s birthday celebrations to have activities like games and dancing. These encourage movement and physical activity. Birthdays can also improve a child’s appetite and develop healthy eating habits. So, remember to serve a balance of nutritious foods and yummy treats on your child’s birthday. In addition, the “happy hormones” triggered by birthday celebrations can also boost your child’s immune system.
4. Promotes Mental Health
Birthdays validate a child’s existence and make them feel special. This boosts self-esteem and confidence which are important for their mental health. Birthday celebrations can also serve as a mental health break from their daily routine like schoolwork.
5. Facilitates Cognitive Development
Birthday celebrations can be a great opportunity to develop cognitive skills like problem-solving, memory, and learning through fun games. Include activities like card games, singing songs, and puzzles to help with their cognitive development.
