What Kids REALLY Eat at Parties – 12 Years of Behind-the-Scenes Wisdom

food spread at a party
food spread at a party

If you’ve ever hosted a children’s party, you’ve probably asked yourself the same question so many parents ask me:

“Yolanda… what on earth do I feed the kids?”

After running Giggles 4 Girls parties for over 12 years, I can tell you with full confidence:

Parents, your party food problem is officially solved!

And the answer may surprise you…

:bulb: The Secret to Party Food Success: Keep It Simple

I often see parents staying up late the night before — cooking, baking, slicing, assembling, and preparing elaborate party spreads that look Pinterest-perfect.

But here’s what we’ve witnessed at hundreds of real parties:

Kids go straight for the simple favourites.
Not the fancy stuff. Not the complicated recipes.Just the classics that they know and love.

The Top “Most Loved” Kids’ Party Foods

After 12 years of watching what actually gets eaten, the winners are clear:

:star: Fairy Bread – It’s nostalgic, colourful and ALWAYS disappears first.:star: Potato Gems – Crunchy, warm and irresistible.:star: Chicken Nuggets – The universal kid-approved party staple.

These three simple foods consistently get empty plates, happy smiles, and zero waste.

And Yes… Kids DO Eat Healthy Options!

You might think kids won’t touch fruit… but we see something very different.

Put out fresh fruit in fun, bite-sized pieces, and watch how quickly it disappears:

:strawberry: Strawberries:blueberries: Blueberries:grapes: Grapes:watermelon: Watermelon cubes

Kids love food they can pick up with their fingers.Make it colourful, easy, and small — and they will choose it every time.

Final Tip: Don’t Stress

Parents, take the pressure off yourselves.Party food doesn’t need to be complicated to be a hit.The simplest foods create the happiest kids and the stress-free parents!

If you’d love a magical party experience where we handle everything, we’re always here to make your little one’s celebration unforgettable.

:sparkling_heart: Giggles 4 Girls – Where Fun, Sparkles & Smiles Come to Life! 

Empowering Kids & Parents: How a Birthday Party Transformed One Family’s Journey

Daughter blowing her birthday cake with her mother

At Giggles 4 Girls, we do more than just plan unforgettable kids’ birthday parties—we create experiences that empower children and support parents. Emma’s story is a perfect example of how a simple celebration turned into a life-changing parenting journey.

Struggles with Friendship: A Parent’s Worry

Emma’s daughter, Sophie, 10 years, is a bright and loving girl navigating the challenges of ADHD and ASD. For her, making and keeping friendships wasn’t easy, and Emma often felt heartbroken watching her daughter struggle with social connections. She worried that Sophie was attracting friends who didn’t truly value or include her. The anxiety over her daughter’s struggles with friendships left Emma feeling helpless and unsure how to support her.

A Birthday Party That Sparked Change

Wanting to give Sophie an unforgettable birthday experience, Emma booked a Giggles 4 Girls Spa Pamper Theme 10th birthday party. But what she didn’t expect was that this party would be more than just painting nails, having foot spas and chocolate facials and lots of giggles—it would become the start of a new perspective on parenting and connecting with her daughter on a deeper level.

At Giggles 4 Girls, we don’t just throw parties—we create inclusive, empowering experiences where every child feels special. While celebrating Sophie, our team expertly observed the friendship dynamics at play, the conversations between the kids and mum Emma’s interaction with the kids.

From Birthday Celebration to Parenting Transformation

After the party, Emma received an email from Giggles4Girls inviting Emma to a 30 minute Parenting Strategy Session – Online through Empowered Parenting—a session designed to help parents build stronger connections with their children.

During this session, Yolanda, put on her parenting mentoring hat and shared with Emma her expertise and insights on Sophie’s key strengths and traits.  And put together a mini parenting plan and strategy to address all of Emma’s concerns about Sophies developmental and social challenges.

Emma took up the 12-week Empowered Parenting Program, and Emma started to experience shifts in her parenting experience. As well as more trust and confidence in herself as a mum.

A New Beginning for Mum & Daughter

Today, Emma sees Sophie in a whole new light. Instead of feeling anxious about her daughter’s friendships, she’s learning to trust and support her social growth without fear. Sophie, in turn, is happier, more confident, and enjoying friendships naturally—without pressure.

Emma’s stress levels have lowered, and she finally feels empowered in her parenting journey. By working through her own past experiences, she’s discovering a new sense of joy in motherhood.

More Than a Party—A Support System for Parents

At Giggles 4 Girls, we create magical, confidence-boosting parties for kids. But we also believe in empowering parents to feel more confident, connected, and supported. Through Empowered Parenting, mums like Emma gain practical tools to navigate parenthood with less stress and more joy.

👉 Want to create a memorable experience for your child while also gaining expert parenting support?

💌 Book a Giggles 4 Girls party today and receive a complimentary parenting session—because when parents feel confident, kids thrive.

📞 Contact us today!

Empowering Girls & Mums: Celebrating International Women’s Month with Giggles 4 Girls & Empowered Parenting

mom. and daughter celebrate birthday party with balloons and cake and favours

March is all about celebrating women, uplifting girls, and creating spaces where they feel empowered, confident, and supported. At Giggles 4 Girls, we believe that confidence and strong friendships start young—right at the heart of every special moment. And what better way to celebrate International Women’s Month than by making girls feel truly special on their birthdays while also supporting the incredible mums who raise them?

More Than a Party—An Experience That Builds Confidence & Friendships

A Giggles 4 Girls party isn’t just about fun and games—it’s about fostering confidence, self-love, and strong friendships in a way that’s both exciting and meaningful. Every party we create is designed to celebrate the birthday girl in a way that makes her feel like a princess—from her special seat at the party to games that revolve around inclusivity, connection, and shared joy.

🌟 How do we empower girls?
✅ We encourage confidence through fun, engaging party activities.
✅ We create opportunities for girls to celebrate friendships and make lifelong memories.
✅ We work closely with the birthday girl and her mum to curate a personalised, unforgettable experience.

At the heart of what we do is the belief that every girl deserves to feel seen, celebrated, and supported—values that align deeply with International Women’s Month.

Supporting Mums on Their Parenting Journey

But our mission doesn’t stop at the birthday girl. We know that behind every confident young girl is a mum who wants to nurture, guide, and uplift her daughter—and that’s where Empowered Parenting comes in.

At Giggles 4 Girls, we know that empowering young girls starts with supporting their mums, too. That’s why every party comes with a special gift for parents—an opportunity to receive expert parenting insights from our founder, Yolanda Alvares.

As a full-time parenting mentor and the founder of Empowered Parenting, Yolanda has dedicated her career to helping parents build deeper relationships with their children. She runs empowerment workshops for both parents and kids, guiding families toward connection, emotional resilience, and conscious parenting strategies.

Every mum who books a party with us gets access to a free parenting session—because supporting parents means supporting the next generation of empowered girls.

The Ripple Effect of Empowerment

When a girl grows up feeling celebrated, included, and confident, she carries that sense of self-worth into every stage of her life. And when a mum feels supported and empowered in her parenting journey, she has the tools to nurture her child’s emotional well-being.

So, this International Women’s Month, we celebrate the girls who are finding their voices, the friendships that lift them up, and the mums who are shaping the next generation of strong women. 💖

Want to create a magical, confidence-boosting party for your daughter? 🎈 Let’s make her birthday unforgettable!

📲 DM us to book a party or claim your free parenting session today!