J.D.
PLEASE DO NOT DO GOODY BAGS!!!!!
Whatever happened to a kid going to a party - bringing the special bday kid a present and simply having fun?? When did this horrible habit of goody bags begin?? Was it a way for a mom to give their non-bday kids gifts so they wouldn't be upset?
I refuse to do so. Either you spend too much money to make it something that won't break within minutes or get lost in the car, or you spend nothing and generally get stuff that breaks within minutes or gets lost in the car. I don't care the quality, I just don't think kids who are getting a free party, free swimming, free cake and free entertainment need anything more than a good time!!
Do not feel guilty, and if you daughter asks again, just tell her that she is going to have such a wonderful party with cake and ice cream and presents and there is no need anything more. Then change the subject ;-)
J.