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Celebrating Your First Birthday Together After Marriage? Here Is How You Make It Memorable

First Birthday As Newlyweds: How To Make It Memorable


Cat Arnott
Cat Arnott Updated:
25th of March 2023

All birthdays are special, and they call for a celebration; but birthdays after marriage are even more special! Starting a new chapter of life together and getting to celebrate occasions like these adds more memories to cherish. 

Every partner looks forward to making their spouse’s birthday special. If your partner’s birthday is around the corner and you are still looking for the best ideas to celebrate their special day, we are here to help!

Here are some amazing tips and ideas to plan their first birthday after marriage successfully: 

Flood them with surprises

Birthday cake

No one can say no to birthday gifts! In fact, birthday gifts are a great medium for expressing your love to your sweetheart. You know them better than anyone else, so, why not choose the best birthday gifts for them and surprise your partner with something thoughtful? 

You can pick from some of the most popular birthday gift options such as jewellery, cosmetics, makeup, apparel, accessories, mobile phone, etc. If your partner is a foodie or has a sweet tooth, you can even plan some surprises such as chocolates, good-quality gourmet snacks, a gorgeous cake and various others. Shower them with all these gifts at midnight on their birthday. They will love them all!

Staycation is a great idea

hotel breakfast in bed

If you are too busy to take a day or two off for your partner’s birthday but still want to take them out to celebrate, here is a great idea to work on. You can plan a staycation with your partner in any hotel in your area. Staycations are very much in fashion!

A perfect staycation includes checking out the property in the morning, spending a happy time in the hotel room while making the most out of its amenities such as swimming, clubbing, dining in at the hotel restaurant, etc. You may even get in touch with the hotel staff and customise a birthday lunch/dinner for them!

Say "Yes" to a spa day

Hot stones massage

You can pamper your partner on their birthday by planning a spa day for them! Look for a great spa in your area and book an appointment for them where they get pampered from head to toe. 

If you want to accompany your partner throughout their birthday, you can book an appointment for a couples spa and pamper yourself as well! A spa day will help both of you relax and unwind from the same old routine. So, both of you will end up feeling relaxed and rejuvenated. 

Take them out shopping

shopping for birthday treat

How about a birthday shopping for your partner where they get to buy everything that they have had their eye on? It is a great idea to work on if your partner is a shopaholic! Take some time out of your hectic schedule and accompany them out shopping (or online shopping if retail is closed).

Many love the idea of a bit of retail therapy for their birthday, especially if they're being treated!

A perfect dinner date

birthday meal out

It may sound too mainstream but there's nothing better than a candle-light dinner on a special occasion such as the birthday of your spouse. A dinner date is a great idea where you get to spend quality time with your spouse while relishing delicious food.

Book a table at their favourite restaurant or order in their favourite takeaway. Dress up in your fanciest outfits and let the romance of a candle-light dinner never fade.

Everyone loves to be pampered and treated like royalty on their birthdays. So, gear up and start planning your partner's special day using the above-listed ideas. After all, the first birthday after your marriage should be unforgettable! 

Cat Arnott

About the author


Cat Arnott

With a Masters degree in History, Cat is the best person to consult if you need wedding facts and information fast. Her passion for weddings has led to her having a broad and up to date knowledge of trends and traditions and she is here to research on your behalf to find the answer to any wedding related problem.

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