1st Birthday Smash Cake Countdown

Set the baby in a high chair or on a protected mat with the small cake placed in front of them.

Guests count down together to build excitement before the baby is encouraged to dig in.

Let the baby explore the cake with hands freely, no utensils required.

Capture photos and video of the messy exploration.

Clean up gently afterward with wipes and celebrate however messy or tidy the outcome turned out.