Are Americans Walking More Now? This Survey Has Answers

by Erica LoopApril 8, 2021

Have you upped the ante when it comes to family walks this year? If you’re hitting the sidewalks and trails more now than ever before, you aren’t alone.

According to a new survey conducted by Rockport, more than half of Americans walk between one and five miles more per day now than in years past. Why are so many people walking more these days?

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Other than the obvious pandemic-related lack of anything else to do, it turns out Americans are walking to relieve stress. Fifty-seven percent of the people surveyed said they walk as a stress reliever and 67 percent agree walking can help clear the mind. Thirty-six percent of survey respondents walk one to two miles daily and 21 percent walk between three and four.

Along with stress relief, Americans are also walking more to take a break. Thirty-three percent of people surveyed said they use walking as a way to take a break from the daily grind of work and 28 percent use this form of physical activity to catch up and reconnect with their family

Lisa Laich, Chief Marketing Officer at The Rockport Company, said in a press release, “For 50 years, Rockport has celebrated walking and comfort, helping people power their lives from morning to night. And while routines have changed this past year, 2020 has shown us the clear value and importance of walking – even if it’s just one mile each day.”

Laich continued, “This survey shows that Americans of all ages and across geographic locations are more interested than ever in getting in their daily steps, and we’re excited to help people navigate each step of their walking journey.”

Even though the uptick in walking may seem like a popular pandemic trend, the survey revealed this activity is here to stay. A whopping 93 percent of people surveyed said they’re very or somewhat likely to continue their walking routines after Covid-related restrictions are lifted.

—Erica Loop

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These Are the Top Walt Disney World Attractions, According to Riders

by Erica LoopApril 8, 2021

What are the most rides at Walt Disney World? Upgraded Points recently surveyed more than 5,300 adults ages 18 and up to answer this question.

The survey included all four Walt Disney World parks—The Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Disney’s Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Based on the results, Disney park visitors rank the Magic Kingdom rides at the top of their list!

Each U.S. State’s Favorite Ride at Walt Disney World

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Top honors went to Space Mountain. This classic attraction ranked as the overall Disney World number one in a whopping 13 states. When it comes to the Magic Kingdom only, Space Mountain was in the top spot in 14 states.

Other top-ranking rides include the Haunted Mansion (number one in 12 states), Big Thunder Mountain (number one in five states), It’s a Small World (also number one in five states) and Pirates of the Caribbean (number one in three states).

Upgraded Points CEO, Alex Miller, said in a press release, “Our data clearly show that when people develop a liking or loyalty to some aspect of their theme park experience, that becomes a strong trigger to send them back again-and-again. Kids who come to love a certain theme park ride will, in time, return with their children and experience it again through the joy and delight of their own children.”

To see which rides were the highest rated by state in each of the other three Disney World parks, visit Upgraded Points here for full survey data.

—Erica Loop

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How Much Kid-Made Artwork Do Moms Get? This Survey Has Answers

by Erica LoopApril 7, 2021

Do you have mountains of kid-made art your littles bring home from daycare or school? If you answered “yes,” you aren’t alone.

According to a new survey from OnePoll conducted on behalf of Canvaspop, the average American mom gets 45 pieces of homemade art as gifts from their kiddos. The poll, which included 2,000 moms, revealed mothers reported getting an average of six drawings, four finger paintings and four watercolor paintings as holiday presents over the course of their mom-ing life.

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If you’re into displaying your child’s mini masterpieces, you’re in good company. A whopping 76 percent of moms surveyed reported framing their kiddo’s artwork.

Even though moms are obviously into framing kid-created art, the survey’s stats also show parents want more than finger paintings and collages on their walls. Sixty-seven percent of the moms surveyed wish they have more photos of their fam to hang on the walls too.

Brittany Norris, Brand Marketing Manager for Canvaspop, said in a press release, “Moms are amazing about making sure that their family’s biggest moments are captured.” Norris added, “That’s why it’s important to take the time to go through your favorite photos and print the ones that say thank you for always being there.”

—Erica Loop

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These Are the Top Easter Candy Picks for 2021

by Erica LoopApril 1, 2021

What is in your child’s Easter basket this year? If you’re wondering whether your kiddo’s faves are top choices in other fams, RetailMeNot has answers!

RetailMeNot recently released the 2021 data on America’s favorite Easter candy. While you might think the beloved day-glo, sugar crystal-coated marshmallow magic of Peeps is the top pick, this Easter icon doesn’t take the number one spot.

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The most popular Easter treat, according to RetailMeNot’s survey, is Reese’s Mini Peanut Butter Eggs—with a whopping 26 percent of respondents choosing this salty-sweet combo. Second place went to jelly beans (24 percent). This classic candy was followed by Cadbury Eggs (20 percent), chocolate bunnies (16 percent) and finally Peeps (14 percent).

Along with the top candy choices, RetailMeNot also released data on how much shoppers plan to spend on their Easter hauls. Seventy-seven percent of Easter candy shoppers are keeping the sweets at $50 and under, while 12 percent say they’ll spend between $50 and $100!

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This Is How Families Plan to Spend Easter in 2021

by Erica LoopMarch 30, 2021

How will you celebrate Easter in 2021? OnePoll (on behalf of HI-CHEW) recently conducted a survey of 2,000 American parents and the results show that family, safety and holiday traditions are key to this year’s celebrations.

According to OnePoll’s results, 73 percent of parents rank celebrating with extended family as the best part of Easter. Of course, with the “new normal” changing almost everything about anything parents do, this extended family type of Easter awesomeness won’t look the same in 2021.

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Eighty-one percent of the parents surveyed agree they need to find a “safe” way to bring their families together this year. This includes virtual gatherings and Easter egg hunts as well as outdoor activities such as picnics.

If you’re planning a classic Easter-time egg dying day type of holiday event, you aren’t alone. OnePoll’s survey found 41 percent of parents will have this sort of Easter activity at their own home this year. Another 42 percent plan on having an Easter celebration at a family member’s house, while 24 percent say they’ll go to a church, 18 percent plan on a public park day and 14 percent will dine out at a restaurant.

To make the day safer, 67 percent of survey participants say hand washing and sanitizing is an important part of their Easter day, 64 percent plan to wear masks/face coverings in public, 51 percent will spend family time in a social distant outdoor space and 25 percent will call ahead to make restaurant reservations.

Along with where they’ll spend the holiday and how they’ll maintain a safe celebration setting, the surveyed families also reported on their top Easter activities. A whopping 83 percent will have an Easter egg hunt, 69 percent will eat candy, 69 percent will dye eggs, 58 percent will take fam photos, 57 percent will make a holiday dinner, 51 percent will put together Easter baskets and 42 percent will get crafty with Easter projects.

If you’re wondering how much candy other parents buy or how much they allow their kiddos to eat, the survey has answers. The parents surveyed said they’ll buy an average of four bags of candy and will allow their children to eat 12 pieces!

—Erica Loop

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Survey Says: Kids Are Cleaning More Than Ever

by Erica LoopMarch 27, 2021

Are your kiddos helping out around the house more than ever? It’s no secret that the pandemic put most families into hyper-drive when it comes to overall cleanliness. Now there’s data to back up what you’ve suspected over the past year-plus.

According to a recent survey conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of SC Johnson, more than half of Americans believe the pandemic has had a positive effect on their cleaning habits. Beyond that, the data shows families are cleaning together more than they were in the pre-pandemic days.

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The survey, conducted between Feb. 10, 2021 and Feb. 16, 2021, included 2,000 adult participants aged 18 and up. The findings show Americans are now spending more time than ever cleaning their homes, which equates to an average of six hours weekly!

Alan VanderMolen, Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer at SC Johnson, said in a press release, “At SC Johnson, our goal is to create a healthier world by educating and enabling people on cleaning and hygiene so that they can respond to this pandemic and future public health threats.” VanderMolen added, “We are encouraged to see families are working together to improve and maintain their cleaning habits because healthier homes create healthier communities and a better world.”

Not only are they spending more time cleaning, American adults are also more satisfied with the cleanliness of their home. The poll shows a whopping nine out of 10 of people surveyed feel their efforts have paid off in cleanliness.

When it comes to kids and cleaning, 44 percent of parents say their kiddos help more to clean now than they did before the pandemic. Seventy-one percent of these parents also expect their children to keep up the cleaning efforts from now on!

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Kiddo Hungry? These Are the Best Takeout Meals of the Year

by Erica LoopMarch 24, 2021

What’s your kiddo’s favorite meal? The foodie pros at Grubhub recently reviewed the delivery data and released their list for the Top 10 Most Popular Kids Meals in 2021.

While you might think burgers and fries are the top kid pick of the year, this staple combo wasn’t the most ordered take-out item. After the first few months of 2021, the top selection for fams with kids is the beloved BLT!

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According to Grubhub’s data, the salty bacon and refreshing lettuce and tomato classic is trending at a whopping rate of +393 percent. The full list of family faves includes:

BLT sandwich (+393%)
Cheeseburger sliders (+383%)
Mini corn dogs (+375%)
French toast (+325%)
Fish & chips (+268%)
Spaghetti & meatballs (+234%)
Macaroni & cheese (+225%)
Wings (+214%)
Cheese enchilada (+164%)
Chocolate chip pancakes (+138%)

Main meals aren’t the only tasty picks families are ordering for delivery. Along with the top 10 trending kids meal orders, Grubhub also released its dessert data. The current Most Popular Kids Desserts in 2021 are (in order) cake, pie, ice cream and cookies.

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This Study Reveals Just How Much Americans Have Cleaned in the Past Year

by Erica LoopMarch 11, 2021

Does it seem like you’re cleaning your home more than ever? OnePoll recently conducted a survey on behalf of Bounty of 2,000 American’s cleaning habits pre- and during-pandemic times.

Pre-pandemic, Americans spent an average of five hours and 37 minutes per week cleaning. Now that everyone is more aware of the germs around them, Americans have added a whopping three hours and 12 minutes per week to this number. This means 71 percent of adults are spending more time cleaning than ever.

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The survey’s cleaning statistics show that the average American has spent nearly three weeks cleaning in the past year. This equals 458 hours or 19 days!

Increased cleaning time isn’t the only issue the survey revealed. According to the OnePoll stats, 79 percent of people were more aware of bacteria and cleanliness in general after the pandemic started. Seventy-eight percent of respondents reported they were more aware of their own cleanliness.

The survey also revealed the home spaces and places Americans believe are the dirtiest. These include handles and knobs in the kitchen (44 percent) and kitchen hand towels (18 percent). Jessica Rivera, infectious disease expert said, “Used dishcloths can provide a flourishing environment for bacteria. And what many do not realize is, when you wipe up a mess or dry your hands with a used, reusable cloth, you may be helping to spread bacteria.”

When it comes to other “dirtiest” areas of the home, the survey revealed that Americans also ranked kitchen sponges, bathroom faucet handles, kitchen faucet handles, coffee makers and bottled water dispensers at the top of the list.

—Erica Loop

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These Are the Top Baby Names for Future Social Media Influencers, Study Finds

by Erica LoopFebruary 26, 2021

Is your kiddo a future Instagram influencer? A new study looked at over 500 IG accounts to come up with a list of the top baby names for future social media stars.

OnlineGambling.ca has a few ideas to explore if you’re pregnant and looking THE name. The brand reviewed existing IG accounts, analyzing which names were connected most to the highest number of followers.

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Based on this study, Hannah is the number one name for social media influencers. The data shows that 50 accounts with a whopping average total of 1,128,000 followers belonged to Hannah’s. If Hannah isn’t your top pick, consider Chloe. The average number of followers for the 50 accounts reviewed in the study was 2.4 million. Other top girl influencer names include Sophie and Rebecca.

When it comes to boy names, the top future IG influencer picks include Jamie (with an average 9.8 million followers), Jack (four million followers), Eric (327,000 followers), James (25.4 million followers) and Wayne (702,000 followers).

The study also looked at specific social media influencer genres. In the lifestyle arena, the top influencer names are Sarah, Chloe, Ella, Hannah, and Sophie. Fitness influencer top names included James, Kelsey, Laura, Samantha and Eric. The top gaming influencer name was Nick, followed by Jamie, Nate, Brook and Tyler. For more info, see the full study here.

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This Giant Inflatable Twister Game Is a Must for Your Backyard This Summer

by Shahrzad WarkentinFebruary 14, 2021

Family game night is always a fun time, but why settle for the basics when you can go big? Literally. A giant inflatable Twister exists and it looks like tons of fun.

Just imagine playing a game of Twister on top of a bouncy house without walls and you’ll get a pretty good idea of how awesome this inflatable Twister looks. Instead of trying to keep your self steady on the traditional plastic mat, you have to contend with the wobbly movement of a giant inflatable board.

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Of course all of this massive fun comes at a pretty massive price tag. The Hammacher Schlemmer & Company Inflatable Outdoor Color Dot game is priced at a whopping $2,000. However, that price includes an AC-powered, 1-hp air blower that keeps the playing surface inflated for play. The inflatable also supports up to 1,500 pounds so the entire family can join in the fun.

The game is available to order online here and usually ships in three to four weeks.

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