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How should I plan a first birthday cake?

The first birthday cake is often part of the party photographs as well as dessert. A clear theme and readable name can create a stronger result than trying to place every party idea on one cake.

Short answer

For a first birthday, choose a simple theme or colour direction, add the child's name and age-one detail if desired, then plan the cake size around the actual guests. Tell Moh Bakes the party date, guest count, preferred design, flavour and any dietary or allergy requirements that need explicit confirmation.

Choose one strong visual direction

A character, soft colour palette, number-one theme or playful children's design can be enough. Use a real cake reference to show the direction, then personalize it for the child.

  • Child's name
  • Age-one detail
  • Theme or colours

Size for the guests, not the child's age

The number one describes the milestone, not how much cake is needed. Share the adult and child guest count, whether there are other desserts and how the cake will be served.

  • Guest count
  • Other desserts
  • Serving plan

Confirm dietary questions directly

If there are allergy or dietary requirements, raise them before ordering and get a direct answer about what the bakery can accommodate. Do not infer suitability from a children's theme.

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Moh Bakes & Treats: Kasarani, Nairobi, Kenya. Service areas include Kasarani, Roysambu, Githurai, Mwiki, Zimmerman, Ruaraka, Thika Road, Nairobi CBD, Nairobi. This guide gives planning information; availability, final size, decoration, price and pickup or delivery are confirmed for each order.

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Guide updated 2026-09-13.