There’s something to be said for keeping things simple, and HGTV’s Erin Napier knows this all too well. The star of "Home Town" and her husband, Ben Napier, celebrated their eldest daughter Helen's sixth birthday with a delightful, no-frills party in the park. Fans are loving the authenticity of it all and can't stop talking about how down-to-earth the setup was.
Erin, who’s now 38, shared a heartfelt Instagram post on January 2 to mark the occasion. “Helen is turning 6, and mom and dad threw a fun party on the playground,” she wrote in the caption. “Can’t believe our oldest baby is so G R O W N.” The post was filled with warm nostalgia, capturing the essence of family joy and simplicity.
In one of the pictures, Erin shares a sweet moment as Ben, 40, plants a kiss on her cheek while they sit together in the park. In another photo, the party decor takes center stage. There’s a charming balloon shaped like a cheetah, a stunning cheetah print cake, and a few trays of food that look just as delicious as they do inviting. It’s a setup that’s both fun and functional, proving that the best parties don’t need to be over-the-top.
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Why Fans Are Loving the Napier's Approach
One commenter summed it up perfectly: “I cannot stress enough how much I love that you guys are this big successful family and your kid’s party looks like any other party one of our kids would have. It’s literally the best. Keep it up!!” The sentiment was echoed by many others who appreciated the grounded approach to celebrating Helen's special day.
Another fan chimed in with, “It is truly so refreshing (this coming from a grandmother) to see a reasonable birthday party for a child. Thank you.” It’s clear that the Napiers have struck a chord with their no-fuss celebration, showing that simplicity can be just as meaningful as extravagance.
One follower even remarked, “I love that y’all celebrate in a simple and sweet way. Some of these birthday parties are out of control for kids now.” It’s a sentiment that resonates with many parents who are often overwhelmed by the pressure to create elaborate events for their children.
Erin's Party Planning Wisdom
In response to the overwhelming positive feedback, Erin decided to share some party planning tips in the comments section. She wrote, “For a great birthday party, make an ugly but tasty themed homemade cake, get a balloon that provides the ‘theme,’ blow that balloon up at the dollar store, get a CFA nug tray and a Bluetooth speaker with a very good playlist that the grown-ups dig, tell everyone to meet up somewhere free and outdoors so they can go wild, BOOM rave reviews from the birthday girl: ‘this was the best day of my life!!!!’ cost: nug tray and 3 balloons. follow me for more lifestyle tips.”
Reflecting on Parenthood
Erin and Ben are also parents to their youngest daughter, Mae, who was born in May 2021. Last year, on Helen’s fifth birthday, Erin took a moment to reflect on the journey of motherhood. “Maybe the hardest part of being a parent is the letting go of who they are at the end of each day,” she wrote alongside some polaroids from the day Helen was born. “They change and grow in tiny fragments daily, becoming someone new, knowing more than they did, while we were just getting to know the person they were yesterday. I can’t wait to see what this year gives her.”
