“Trolls World Tour” Available On Demand Apr. 10

by Jennifer SwartvagherMarch 17, 2020

Movie theaters across the country have closed in response to coronavirus concerns. Universal Pictures announced that they would release their upcoming animated film Trolls World Tour on-demand the same day it is released in theaters. Now you can enjoy Trolls World Tour on it’s planned release day, Apr. 10, from the comfort of your own living room.

NBCUniversal said that due to the current circumstances that are not allowing viewers to get to the theater, Universal Pictures will make its movies available in the home on the same day as their global theatrical releases. Beginning with DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls World Tour, which opens on Apr. 10, the company will also make movies that are currently in theatrical release available on-demand starting as early as Mar. 20. Titles including The Hunt, The Invisible Man and will be available on many of the popular on-demand services for a 48 hour rental period for a suggested retail price of $19.99 in the US and the price equivalent internationally.

“Universal Pictures has a broad and diverse range of movies with 2020 being no exception. Rather than delaying these films or releasing them into a challenged distribution landscape, we wanted to provide an option for people to view these titles in the home that is both accessible and affordable,” said Jeff Shell, CEO, NBCUniversal. “We hope and believe that people will still go to the movies in theaters where available, but we understand that for people in different areas of the world that is increasingly becoming less possible.”

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Featured photo: DreamWorks Animation

Barbie Embraces Inclusivity with New Wheelchair Update

by Jennifer SwartvagherMarch 9, 2020

Barbie dolls are becoming more and more inclusive. The most recent series from Mattel features dolls with vitiligo and prosthetic limbs. Now, all future campers, Dreamhouses and other Barbie homes will be wheelchair-accessible.

The new Dreamhouse design looks the same as the old one with one exception. The elevator has been made larger with a tiny sloped ramp so Barbie can roll her wheelchair right up and in.

These changes will be made on all new production going forward, meaning that the current store availability will not reflect the changes.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Featured photo: Mattel

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These Gorgeous Disney Princess Flower Bouquets Are the Dreamiest Valentine’s Day Gift

by Shahrzad WarkentinJanuary 11, 2020

Whether you’re a Frozen fan or you covet that perfect rose in Beauty and the Beast, there’s a gorgeous Disney bouquet made just for you in this incredible collection.

The Roseshire x Disney collab features stunning rose bouquets themed to some of the best and most romantic Disney films and characters of all time. Each bouquet is packaged in a decorative box featuring a personalized message. Unfortunately, only a handful of this gorgeous collection are available for delivery during Valentine’s week, but there’s no rule against sending flowers just because, and these are so worth it.

Beauty and the Beast

$199

Nightmare Before Christmas

$205

Now and Forever Nightmare Black Roses

This unique bouquets features 10 black roses that will keep for a whopping one to two years without water.

$139

Eyes For You Minnie

This four rose bouquet features special forever roses that last one to two years without water.

$79

If you’re a fan of The Little Mermaid, Aladdin or Alice In Wonderland, you’ll definitely want to check out the rest of the Disney collab collection, which is available year round, with the exception of Valentine’s week.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

All photos: Roseshire

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These Are the Most Popular Baby Names of the Decade

by Shahrzad WarkentinDecember 17, 2019

Whether you grew up as Jennifer in the ’80s or became a mom to a Sofia in the 2000s, each decade features popular baby names that are seemingly unique to a generation. The last ten years are no exception.

The Social Security Administration (SSA) has just released its list of the top baby names of the decade. The list is created by compiling and analyzing names for over 35 million babies born between 2010 and 2018. Taking the top of the list are Noah, Liam and Jacob for the boys and Emma, Sophia and Olivia for the girls.

photo: Jonathan Borba via Unsplash

There were a few new names that fought their way into the most popular names since the previous decade, including Harper and Addison for the girls and Jayden and Mason for the boys. Here are the top 20 baby names of the decade for girls and boys.

Top 20 Girls Names

Emma
Sophia
Olivia
Isabella
Ava
Mia
Abigail
Emily
Madison
Charlotte
Elizabeth
Amelia
Chloe
Ella
Evelyn
Avery
Sofia
Harper
Grace
Addison

Top 20 Boys Names

Noah
Liam
Jacob
Mason
William
Ethan
Michael
Alexander
James
Elijah
Daniel
Benjamin
Aiden
Jayden
Logan
Matthew
David
Joseph
Lucas
Jackson

For the full list of the top 200 names of the decade check out the SSA website here.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

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This Viral Holiday Gift Prank Is Sure to Get Some Laughs

by Shahrzad WarkentinDecember 5, 2019

The joyous gift-giving season can also be a fun time to get a little mischievous. A prank holiday gift is a great way to bring some laughs to your parties and family gatherings and this viral birthie stick gift box is no exception.

For just a few dollars, your gift is sure to be the life of the party with the Prank Pack “Birthie Stick” Gift Box. The empty box advertises a “Birthie Stick” which is a device that allows you to film a selfie of your baby’s birth.

photo: Amazon

No, it’s not a real thing, but the look on your friends’ faces when they unwrap it will be unreal. It’s the perfect talking piece for any mom’s night or white elephant party this holiday season. The fake prank box is available on Amazon for $8.

photo: Amazon

There are several other hilarious prank box options to choose from, like the Baby Shield, another pretend device meant to help make diaper changes less messy.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

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This Popular “Nightmare Before Christmas” Character Just Got His Own Breakfast Cereal

by Shahrzad WarkentinOctober 15, 2019

Just in time to make breakfast a little more spooky for the season, Funko is releasing a Nightmare Before Christmas Zero cereal.

The limited-edition cereal is part of a collection of Disney-themed FunkO’s, which already features an Oogie Boogie flavor. No word on what they taste like, but according to the ingredients list it’s packed with enough sugar to count as a Halloween treat.

No fun breakfast cereal would be complete without a toy and this one is no exception. The Nightmare Before Christmas Zero FunkO’s come with a mini Pocket Pop! of Zero. To top it off, the adorable collectible glows in the dark.

You can score a box of the Zero FunkO’s exclusively at BoxLunch for $10.90, but act fast because these are sure to fly away as fast as the Pumpkin King’s faithful sidekick.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

All photos: BoxLunch

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Parents Are Dying to Spend 30 Hours In a Coffin At Six Flags

by Shahrzad WarkentinSeptember 23, 2019

The idea of laying in a wooden box with absolutely nothing to do might sound terrifying to some, but for parents who can’t even go to the bathroom by themselves, the Six Flags 30 Hour Coffin Challenge sounds like a dream come true.

Six Flags amusement parks are bringing back this unusual contest just in time for Halloween. The challenge invites contestants to spend 30 hours in a 2-by-7 casket in order to win $600. With the exception of designated bathroom breaks (which don’t involve any accompanying kids!), contestants must remain in the box for the full 30 hours in order to qualify for the prize.

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The way some parents see it, however, staying in the box for a day and a half is a prize in itself. No lunches to pack, no beds to make, nothing but resting… in peace. Well, sort of. According to a press release contestants might end up sharing a coffin with “scary slithering reptiles” or “munching on giant cockroaches.”

Still, parents aren’t dissuaded. “Moms in particular are excited about the Coffin Challenge,” Six Flags spokesperson Sandra Daniels told TODAY Parents. “They’re saying, ‘Sign me up! I need a break!”

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Each of Six Flags 15 parks will put a different twist on the challenge, finding ways to scare contestants into giving in. After all, the idea is to narrow it down to just one winner in the end. The Jackson, New Jersey, location will blast songs like “Baby Shark” on repeat during overnight hours. Yep, a mom is definitely going to win this challenge. Hands down.

If you’re hoping to join the challenge, check out the full details on how to enter here.

—Shahrzad Warkentin

Featured photo: Sfgradventure via Instagram

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Kim Kardashian Instagrams Sweet Family Photos & You Can’t Miss These Pics

by Erica LoopMay 6, 2019

The Kar-Jenner clan is known for their over-the-top birthday parties. And, according to the pics aunt Kim Kardashian West posted on Instagram over the weekend, True Thompson’s first bday bash was no exception.

Khloe’s daughter turned one on Apr. 12 and the fab fete she recently held (last month) looks like it was fun for all. Kim K’s pics include sweet shots of her kiddos, all wearing matching creamy beige dresses. That is, expect for son Saint—who got matchy with his daddy, Kanye West, wearing grey sweats.

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Even though aunt Kim only recently posted pics of her niece’s big day, mama Khloe Instagrammed the event several weeks ago. Khloe’s posts show a pastel-hued rainbow cascade of balloons, an over-sized “True” topiary, cute cotton candy animals and pink-maned “unicorn” ponies for the kids to ride on.

While Kim K is busy posting photos of her family’s fun time at True’s party now, we’re betting she’ll have something (or rather, someone) new to post about soon. The reality-star/entrepreneur/media mogul is about to become a mama for the fourth time any day!

—Erica Loop

Featured photo: Khloe Kardashian via Instagram

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Celebrate Arbor Day by Helping the Folks at AccuWeather Name a Tree

by Erica LoopApril 24, 2019

With Arbor Day right around the corner, a group of AccuWeather employers decided to celebrate early by planting a Dwarf Alberta Spruce in front of their State College, Pennsylvania office building. If you’re wondering why an office tree-planting party got so much attention, read on for the deets on what the AccuWeather team did to up the adorable factor and make Arbor Day even more fun!

So why did the PA-based office staff decide to green their outdoor area? When the AccuWeather team brainstormed ways to celebrate both Earth and Arbor Days, they landed on an action that would help the environment in several seriously significant ways—planting a tree.

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After planting the tree, the team decided their new addition needed a name. Instead of nicknaming the Dwarf Alberta Spruce themselves, they came up with a few potential ideas for the general public (that’s you!) to choose from.

The oh-so-creatively cute names include Spruce Springsteen, Alberta Clipper, Forrest Stump, Treeyoncé, and Albus Dumbledwarf. Obviously the majority of the names are based in pop culture, with one exception. Unlike Spruce Springsteen or Forest Stump, Alberta Clipper doesn’t come from a music icon or epic movie. The folks at AccuWeather are, of course, majorly into all things atmospheric. An Alberta Clipper is a winter storm system that starts in or near Alberta, Canada and sweeps down into the United States, quickly spreading cold Canadian air and snow.

How can you vote for your fave name? Visit the AccuWeather website for more info on picking the company’s newest tree’s name!

—Erica Loop

Featured photo: JuergenPM via Pixabay

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10 Cool Biking Parents Reinventing the Wheel

by Gabby CullenMay 5, 2016

From the mom you see toting her four kids around town on wheels to new trails and bike lanes popping around the country, it’s clear that biking is not just a mode of transportation for families, but a way of life. In honor of National Biking Month, we took a look around, and found cool parents who make the daily trek on their wheels in sunshine, rain, and yes, even snow. Flip through the album below for 10 inspiring, adventurous and fun stories.

Erin Feher Montoya – San Francisco, Ca

The great climate, and lack of desirable parking make the hilly streets of San Francisco a haven for biking advocates, and Red Tricycle's city editor, Erin Feher is no exception. She's spent a lifetime riding (11 in the Bay Area), and now, living in downtown San Francisco with husband Danny, and daughter Orion means a bike is the family's main mode of transport, whether it’s to the grocery store, the beach, school, or anywhere, really!

Orion has been up front and center on the seat of Erin’s bike since she was nine months old—the earliest age kids are able to hold up their head and support the weight of a helmet—and she loves riding shotgun with mom, or, in the trailer behind dad.

Coolest biking experience? Erin and Danny even bike while on vacation. They’ve ridden through most of Holland, much of Italy (they got hitched there mid-bike tour), and Paris, too!

photo: courtesy Erin Feher

Do you know a cool parent who bikes? Tell us about it a Comment below!

—Gabby Cullen

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