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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We also didn't have DD open presents at her 3rd bday party.  The kids at the party, at that age, don't have the attention span to sit through lots of present-opening.  Also, the whole thing can lead to stress for the parents of the birthday kid, because the parents find themselves constantly reminding their child not to start playing with the gift right now, to thank each kid after opening each present and to refrain from saying things like, "I have this one already."  ;)  MUCH easier to set the gifts aside, plan other fun games at the party, and write nice thank-you notes later (that your child can help decorate).[/quote]

YES.  We didnt have our DD (who turned 4 last Sept) open her gifts at her party for the exact reasons above.   We've gone to 2 birthday parties in the last couple months where the birthday girl/boy opened the gifts.  At both parties, the kids were confused (including mine) and thought they were all gonna get to play with the gifts too.  The kids were having a great time until the gift opening, then there were several meltdowns, including the b-day girl/boy.  Kids were still crying (mine included) as coats were being put on and getting into cars.  Dont do it til your child is older.    Have your child help write the thank you notes.  [/quote]

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