The start of New Year's Day, at midnight, is heralded by fireworks, parties and special events, which are often televised. For many it is a day of recovery from the New Year's Eve celebrations the previous night. In some towns and cities, parades are held. The birth of the first baby in the New Year is often celebrated with gifts to his or her parents and appearances in local newspapers. Many people make New Year's resolutions. These are usually promises to themselves that they will improve something in their own lives.