We know your kids can’t get enough of Elsa, Cinderella, Goldilocks and their favorite storybook characters. Good news! Fairy tales are no longer reserved for bedtime (or the movies). Enchant their imaginations (and taste buds) with these stunning cakes and desserts that bring to life classic tales like Alice in Wonderland, Snow White and Little Red Riding Hood. Flip through the photo gallery for a real page turner.

Alice in Wonderland

Fall down the rabbit hole to a mad tea party with Alice, the White Rabbit and the Cheshire Cat. Covered in fondant, this stunning cake brings together all of the details of this classic tale from the tea pot to the Queen of Hearts’ playing cards.

Spotted at Pinterest

What cake is your favorite? Tell us your thoughts below!

— Erin Lem

Summer may technically be coming to end, but don’t fret. No one knows better than our adventuresome editorial team where to find fun during the fall months. We asked them to give you the scoop on their favorite things to do with their families this time of year. From pumpkin patches to trick-or-treating hot spots to family walks, they’re all over it. Click through the photo gallery to meet our writers and hear their autumn must-do’s.

Angela Alanis

“Last year we visited Bob’s Corn & Pumpkin Farm. It was the first time we'd gone to that farm, and we really liked it because it had so much more to do than just the pumpkin patch. The Farm had a hayride out to the patch, corn maze, cannons that shot corn (and apples!), a trike track in a barn, and a playground. They also made a bunch of food right there so we didn’t have to worry about packing snacks or lunch. We noticed that the most popular items on the menu were the cider and doughnuts. However, we found out that if you go at the end of the day they run out. This year, we’ll be there bright and early!”

What’s your favorite fall activity? Tell us about it in a comment below!

–Kristina Moy

You already know there are many benefits to staying active throughout pregnancy, for both you and baby. But did you know that exercise can shorten labor and delivery? What mom doesn’t like the sound of that? If getting your tired, achy self to the gym or out for a walk is is easier said than done, perhaps having a class that you love might be the extra motivation you need. Click through the photo gallery for six prenatal fitness classes to keep you moving as well as make sure that bump stays more baby than burgers and ice cream.

Burn, baby, burn!

If you cringe at the idea of trading in your intense cardio and strength training for stretching and a yoga mat, Fit4Baby is the place for you. Classes are done in interval style, combining strength training, cardio, stretching, and balancing exercises that will make you sweat. Fit4Baby instructors are trained and certified so they are fully equipped to lead safe and appropriate exercises for women in every stage of pregnancy.

Benefits for Mom: Regular Fit4Baby classes can help ease aches and pains, increase energy, and may speed the labor and delivery process.

Fit4MOM Bellevue
Extreme Fitness, 777 108th Ave. N.E.
Bellevue, Wa 98004
Online: bellevue.fit4mom.com

Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m.
Cost: $240 for two classes per week for eight weeks; register online.

FIT4MOM South Seattle
Lakewood Seward Park Community Club
4916 S. Angeline St.
Seattle, Wa 98118
Online: southseattle.fit4mom.com

Time: Wednesdays at 7 p.m.
Cost: $90 for one class per week, plus one at home workout for 6 weeks; register online.

FIT4MOM Mill Creek & Lynnwood
Online: millcreek.fit4mom.com

Playdate Café - Tuesdays at 7 p.m
4114 198th St. S.W., Suite 3
Lynnwood, Wa 98036

babyGap - Saturdays at 8:30 a.m.
Alderwood Mall
3000 184th St. S.W.
Lynnwood, Wa, 98037

Cost: $150 for two classes per week for eight weeks. Class passes available from $75 to $125; register online.

FIT4MOM Bothell/Kirkland
Evergreen Hospital
12040 N.E. 128th St.
Kirkland, Wa, 98034
Online: bothell-kirkland.fit4mom.com

Time: Thursdays at 6 p.m.
Cost: $90 per 6 week session; register online.

FIT4MOM Ballard, Richmond Beach & Edmonds
Swedish Medical Center
5350 Tallman Ave. N.W.
Seattle, Wa 98107
Online: ballard.fit4mom.com

Time: Wednesdays at 6 p.m.; Saturdays at 9 a.m.
Cost: $120 for one class per week for 8 weeks; $220 for two classes per week for 8 weeks; register online.

 What is your favorite prenatal class? Let us know in a comment below. 

–Angela Alanis

Photo credits: Fit4Baby, Whole Life Yoga website, Seattle Holistic Center, Pure Barre Bellevue Facebook page, Valley Medical Center Fitness Center & Pilates on 10th

 

The wind is picking up. The air is cooling down. It’s official — “sweater weather” is on its way! There’s no use exposing those cute baby arms to the elements. Bundle him or her up in an adorable sweater, like one from this photo gallery. Flip through for 16 versatile options at a variety of prices.

Bear-y Comfy

Just when you thought he couldn’t get any cuter … the teddy bear sweater. Those little ears will draw extra “aww"s from all over. You'll love the soft texture, and the fact that Baby Gap offers it for newborns starting with their “up to 7 lb.” size.

Available online at gap.com, $29.95.

Where do you like to shop for fall and winter clothes? Let us know in the Comments!

— Ashley Jonas

What’s more fun than a kid in a candy shop? A kid in a costume shop! Make it your best Halloween yet and get dress-up ideas from our photo gallery. With the right gear and tools, you can copy these DIY costumes that range from simple to how in the world did they do that? Click through and get ready for a day of haunting, hugs and non-stop laughter!

Peter Pan’s Shadow

Instead of dressing up like Disney’s favorite flyer, why not embody his mischievous doppelgänger instead? A unique twist on a classic childhood tale, the hardest part about this cool costume is the hat. FYI: Your kiddo will totally be able to breathe, says DIY blogger mama Nicole of Tikkido.

Do you have an awesome picture of your kiddos in Halloween costumes? Email it to editor@tinybeans.go-vip.net and we’ll share it with our readers!

— Gabby Cullen

Your enthusiasm at the farmers market got the best of you and you’ve returned home with heaps of peaches, tomatoes and zucchini that were just too good to pass up. Easily transform your seasonal haul to kid-friendly eats with these ideas from some of our favorite food bloggers. They dished to us about their choice farmers market finds and seasonal recipe picks. Flip through the photo gallery and get cooking.

Catherine McCord – Weelicious

Produce Pick: Peaches

Catherine's widely popular website and her two cookbooks focus on quick and simple recipes that use fresh minimal ingredients. So it should come as no surprise that her favorite peach recipes are incredibly simple to make and take advantage of California's long peach season. She tells us, "Peaches are in season in California until November at our farmers market. We love making Fruit LeatherPeach Cake or even these Crostini."

For the peach fruit leather recipe click here and visit Weelicous.com for more kid-friendly recipe inspiration.

What’s your favorite farmers market find? And, do you have a great recipe that goes along with your seasonal produce pick?

– Erin Lem

all photos courtesy of each blogger

With Redwood forests to pristine beaches all just a short drive away, it’s safe to say that we’re spoiled in the Bay Area. And, last week the Red Tricycle community took advantage of everything the Bay has to offer by embarking on a kayak adventure with Sea Trek. Our staff and Red Tricycle families explored the pristine waters along the Sausalito shoreline wearing comfy PLAE shoes. Afterwards everyone returned to the sandy shores where Zevia beverages and yummy snacks awaited. Click through the photo gallery to relive the fun event.

On the shores of Sausalito

Paddle board yoga. A few brave souls tried this new form of exercise out. Would you?

Want to create amazing memories? Click to check out these awesome family adventures you can’t afford to miss! 

You don’t need to install elaborate swing sets and slides to spice up your garden. In fact, simple hacks like turning your fence into a life-size chalkboard or using old pots and pans for classic musical play will have your kid swiftly out the door. Flip through the photo gallery to discover easy ways to transform your garden into a true paradise for play—no hardcore landscaping required!

A Mud Kitchen by Adventures at Home with Mum

Cook up a cloud storm of mud pies, cakes and dinners at your DIY mud kitchen. A mini outdoor kitchen can be easily put together using recycled materials, chalkboard paint and the help of your mini Masterchef — Adventures at Home with Mum did it, no problem!

Photo courtesy of Rez P

How have you made your garden into a kid’s paradise? Share your tricks of the trade in the Comments section below!

— Christal Yuen