Birthday Traditions 14.16

I use a birthday ring for my children This is a Waldorf Tradition.  Traditionally the ring will be decorated with little wooden decorations, candles and flowers. When celebrating a birthday, the number of candles correspond to the child’s age. The parent or teacher tells a story of each year of the child before lighting the candle. I ended up choosing the Grimm’s Natural Celebration ring 16 holes as it allows for both candles and figurines once the child get’s older.

I love the birthday tradition as it makes the child feel truly special. We are taking the time to talk and reminisce.

What traditions do you have for birthdays?