In our party planning research, we occasionally come across certain rumors that send us into a spin. Recently, the big news was that one of the most famous celebrity toddlers in Hollywood today celebrated her birthday with a party that cost $100,000, with $45,000 going toward catering bills and $5,000 spent on the cake alone!

Yahoo!’s Spotlight to Nightlight just ran a feature on the celebrity baby party scene, with tips from the owner of The Party Goddess to help you plan your child’s big bash with all the style and flair of a Hollywood superstar. The whole topic leaves us curious—would you dish out big bucks for your child’s celebration?

What do you think is the best way to celebrate your little one’s special day? Do blowout birthday parties for babies make you want to rant or rave? You tell us!

from one of The Party Goddess’s stylish events

As a child, I remember reading the American Girl books, performing their one act plays and wanting a doll so badly that I was overcome with jealousy whenever my friends brought their dolls around. I thought it was such a cool concept—design a doll to look just like you! Then you could accessorize, buy her furniture and build her a happy little life.

As an adult, I realize what a pricey proposition that happy little life can be for parents. A book alone sells for $10.95, but a doll is upwards of $100. Add clothing, accessories and all of the other doll amenities, and parents are looking at quite the playtime investment.

What do you think? Do your children have American Girl books, dolls or accessories? If not, is the price too steep, or are your kids simply uninterested? You tell us!