This year educators have gone over and above while facing challenges of their own. A new clothing subscription service designed exclusively for teachers has launched just in time for the holidays. Powered by rental technology platform CaaStle, Teacher Style Box is a subscription service just for teachers that features 100s of popular teacher styles with fun curated collections like “Teacher Boss” and “Casual Friday.”
Brought to you by the same team that created Bored Teachers, Teacher Style Box is the most affordable clothing rental subscription service on the market priced at $45 per month. Members will receive 2 items at a time that they can wear as long as they want and when they’re ready, they can swap them out for 2 new styles all month long with unlimited exchanges. Teachers can easily browse endless handpicked styles that allow them to feel confident for every occasion in their work life, whether it’s a comfy classroom favorite, classier outfits for parent-teacher meetings, or cozy fits for those beloved casual Fridays.
Teacher Style Box members also benefit from:
FREE professional dry cleaning
FREE shipping both ways
Exclusive teacher discounts on any items they love and want to keep up to 80% off retail prices
Risk-free wear-and-tear policy—allows teachers to wear quality, comfortable styles worry-free at school during hectic days in the classroom
“We’re really excited to be bringing such a fun and convenient concept to teachers, especially after what’s definitely been the most difficult year in their careers,” said James Tarantino, Operations Manager at Bored Teachers. “Teacher Style Box came to life by listening to the feedback from millions of teachers and combining it with the retail industry experts at CaaStle to provide an affordable clothing solution for teachers. Teachers work so hard and definitely aren’t paid enough for everything they do. We hope Teacher Style Box can help save them some time, money, and headaches.”
Teacher Style Box offers gift certificates for 1, 2, or 3-month memberships at discounted prices. Gifted via email, giving a Teacher Style Box membership allows consumers to show their appreciation for all the fantastic work teachers have always done, especially this past year. For more information on how to give a Teacher Style Box to a teacher in your life, visit https://www.teacherstylebox.com/pages/give-a-gift.
“We are excited to launch Teacher Style Box to support teachers, the people who embody the essence of essential workers, and whose commitment to their students has not waned during this challenging time,” said Jessica Kahan Dvorett, SVP, Growth at CaaStle. “Teachers often spend their money on their students ahead of themselves, so offering an affordable solution that enables them to feel confident whether they are teaching in-person or remotely was important to us.
“Unlimited clothing rental subscriptions provide a cost-effective solution that enable consumers to introduce variety in their wardrobes and to have fun with fashion for a fixed monthly price. Teacher Style Box is the first time we have curated an assortment with one community in mind, and we are honored to be supporting teachers as a thank you for always supporting their students,” added Dvorett.
Just when you think you have this baby thing under control…the teething starts. Those little chompers can be painful coming in and options for relief are limited for little ones. We’ve got your back with a solid #momhack to ease your baby’s discomfort and, hopefully, give you a bit more sleep.
Teething has more symptoms than sleep-deprived parents and cranky babies, like gum pain and minor digestive disorders. Camilia® is your one-stop teething shop and safely handles all teething symptoms for babies one month and older. Read on for the five reasons why Camilia Teething Liquid Doses are the help you need now.
With Camilia Teething Liquid Doses, forget about fussing with syringes or searching for little dosing cups at 2 a.m. (we’ve been there). Snap off one single dose, twist to open and squeeze the pre-measured treatment directly into your baby’s mouth. This tiny amount (0.034 fl oz to be exact) of liquid does the rest. It’s tasteless and clear in color, so no mess. It’s fool-proof, even in the middle of the night.
These single-use capsules make Camilia Teething Liquid Doses sterile and hygienic, plus ideal for families with multiple teethers. Pop some in your diaper bag or pocket, these small but mighty doses are perfect on the go.
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Unlike traditional pain medication, Camilia Teething Liquid Doses are water-based and made with plant-based active ingredients, including chamomile, and are free of benzocaine, flavors, dyes, lactose, sugar and artificial sweeteners—all of that stuff you don’t want. The self-contained individual doses eliminate the need for a preservative, so none of those either!
It’s like they thought of everything! Because there’s no numbing agent, there’s no risk of numbing the baby’s gag reflex or latch ability. With no numbing, Camilia Teething Liquid Doses also won’t mask symptoms that could be a sign of a more serious health problem. You don’t need to know your baby’s weight for dosing or struggle to rub medicine onto your baby’s sore gums, plus their plastic applicator is BPA-free.
When you’ve got a kid with allergies, Halloween is a unique challenge of its own. Navigating through piles of candy that your kiddo may or may not be allergic to is not the easiest task, which is why we’ve put together a list of candies and treats that skip some of the most common allergens, like tree nuts, gluten, soy and dairy. We hope it comes in handy both when buying candy and going through your little one’s haul, but remember: always check the ingredients list and manufacturing practices before letting your littles dive in!
Enjoy Life Chocolate Minis
Enjoy Life, a leading allergen-free food manufacturer, has released their latest treat—Halloween Chocolate Minis. Choose from dark chocolate, ricemilk chocolate, ricemilk crunch and a variety pack. All of the chocolate is free of the top eight allergens and is gluten-free.
Halloween can be tough for kids with food allergies. That's where free2b comes in. Their line of sun cups and mint cups are top 12 allergen-free, and free from artificial flavors, colors, sweeteners, preservatives, hydrogenated oils, palm oil and carrageenan, as well. The entire line is Non-GMO Project Verified, Certified Gluten-Free, Certified Vegan, Kosher Pareve and Fair Trade Certified.
Our kid tasters particularly loved the consistency of the filling in both the sunflower and mint options. Buy them in two packs or in Halloween-themed single packs for trick-or-treaters. You can purchase them online or at a store near you.
Black Forest Organic Trick or Treat Mix
Made with real fruit juice and simple ingredients, trick-or-treaters will go wild for this tasty mix from Black Forest Organic. It’s got a nice variety of lollipops, gummies and fruit chews, and they’re all gluten-free and nut-free.
Allergy-friendly food company SAFE + FAIR has an awesome line of kid-approved treats, including Abby’s Cookies and Remy’s Grahams. The treats are nut-free (and made in a nut-free facility), non-GMO and made with whole grains, so you’ll feel good about handing them out to the little ghouls at your doorstep. SAFE + FAIR even donates 3% of proceeds to the Sean N. Parker Center for Allergy and Asthma Research at Stanford University.
This cult-favorite brand carries a range of delish vegan and paleo chocolate bars in flavors so good, you won’t even want to give them away. Try the cashew butter and raspberry jelly, the crunchy mint or the almond butter and puffed quinoa. All of the bars are free from dairy, palm oils, emulsifiers, soy lecithin, gluten, refined sugar, cane sugar and sugar alcohols, but note that some flavors contain nuts.
Made from organic fruit juice and cane sugar, these sweet beans are free of over 10 allergens, including tree nuts, soy, casein, sesame and more. And, they recently released a new multi-pack—just in time for the big night!
Your kid can finally dig into a "peanut" butter cup, a "snickers" bar and "milk" chocolate on Halloween! These individually wrapped treats are milk free, nut free, gluten free and wheat free. They are also vegan, processed in an allergen-free environment and taste great.
Partake makes cookies in three flavors: a yummy (and slightly spiced) carrot oat, sweet potato millet and a wholesome sprouted grain chocolate chip. Thought up by a mom who struggled to find a tasty, allergen-free snack for her own kiddo, each box of cookies is filled with veggies, fruits, and grains, and is free of top allergens, including tree nuts, peanuts, eggs, wheat and more. Gluten-free and non-GMO Project verified, there’s nothing but goodness left in these sweet snacks.
Kids love Dum Dums for the more than 15 different flavors, while parents love the price! Free of the top eight allergens, and made in an allergen-free facility, these suckers are always a good bet. Be sure to look for the newest flavor—pineapple!
This year Welch's Fruit Snacks has a Halloweeny box and pouch with custom holiday-themed fun shapes that include a bat, a spooky witch, haunted castle, and pumpkin. These guys are completely peanut & tree nut free (and also made in an allergen-free/isolated environment) and perfect for trick or treating, lunchbox treats or parties. The fruity, beloved treats will balance out the overflowing chocolate and candy options for you and your gang.
Even though these classic treats are free of the top eight allergens and are produced and labeled in compliance with FDA Good Manufacturing Practices, kiddos with severe allergies still might want to skip 'em. But, if they get the green light from parents, we found a great combo bag that offers both Sour Patch Kids and Swedish Fish.
Annually a top pick: the name says it all. Lovingly made in small batches in Vermont, mail-order customers keep coming back for these incredibly delicious chocolates, creamy fudge, and every other candy you can think of! How about jelly beans? Check! Gummy Bears, crunchy-chewy Pretzel Caramel Bark? You know it. Everything is made in a tree-nut free facility (gluten/wheat, soy, eggs and dairy products are processed here, however), and worry-free seasonal candies can be shipped anywhere in the U.S.
Turn up the heat with these delectable, shiny, soft, allergy-free hearts. Zinged up with spicy real cinnamon oil and bursting with flavor, they're a throwback to the old-school cinnamon hearts from our own childhood. These little red guys are; "Hot! Hot! Hot!", and for calmer palates Gimbals' also has a complete line of other candies. Gimbal's candies are peanut-free, tree nut-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free and egg-free and also include gourmet & sour jelly beans, Sour Lovers, Cherry Lovers, and black-as-Halloween-night Licorice Scotties.
Another one of the candy bunch you've already heard of, but did you know Smarties are free of all Top 8 allergens? These have been dubbed "America's Favorite Candy Roll" since 1949 and Smarties Candy Company has even been featured on the Food Network's "Unwrapped" television show with a fancy-schmancy factory tour so they're about as legit as candy gets. Allergy-free, gluten-free and completely vegan. Timeless.
So now you've met some of the new kids on the allergy-free block. Well: look no farther because here's a very familiar face! More than just Juicy Fruit or Spearmint gum, Lifesavers are delightfully allergy-free, the Gummy Life Savers and Creme Savers, too. Skittles & Starburst, oh my! Add Altoids to the allergy safe list, as well, and they're also gluten-free. So find the rainbow, taste the rainbow, and even ride the rainbow of favorite fruit flavors all while remaining allergy safe - and you can find these tasty treats absolutely everywhere.
If dark chocolate is your thing, look no further than PASCHA Chocolate's original assertive, tasty bars. This allergen-free organic chocolate is just right for baking and is such a great addition to recipes it will take your culinary skills to a whole new level (even if the Martha Stewart gene skipped you!). How about kitchen fun on an afternoon that won’t cause any bad reactions? Mail-order chocolate chips can get whipped up into sweet batters for cookies and bars, and whole or mini-bars can be nibbled any old time without allergy-worry—so get cookin' and take a walk on the Dark Side!
Looking for ways to keep the kids occupied this summer during the long days of hot weather? Then run, don’t walk, to Amazon’s Virtual Event! The online retailer is offering their best-selling devices at parent-friendly prices that are hard to pass up. Keep scrolling to see how you can get everything from smart assistants and Kindles to tablets at the best prices from now until Sun., Jul. 5!
Echo Glow
The multicolor smart lamp for kids requires a compatible Alexa device. Ask the smart assistant to change colors, set timers and create a more colorful life!
Better sound quality awaits with the third generation Echo Dot Kids Edition. Packed with kid-friendly content, parents can rest easy with parental controls that limit content, and two year guarantee that replaces and broken devices.
This screaming deal means you get one year of FreeTime Unlimited, kid-friendly cover and 2-year worry-free guarantee with the all-new Kindle Kids Edition. Parents can set educational goals with this new table that holds thousands of books.
The Fire Kids Edition Tablet comes with everything your kiddos need to stay entertained, including one year of Amazon FreeTime Unlimited, a kid-proof case with built-in stand, and 2-year worry-free guarantee. Available in pink, purple and blue.
Get an extra inch of screen on the Fire HD 8 Kids Edition Tablet. Each one comes loaded with one year of Amazon FreeTime Unlimited that gives access to over 20,000 apps, games, books, videos, Audible books, and educational content. Choose from blue, purple and pink colors.
Amazon’s Fire HD 10 Kids Edition tablet is the newest member of the family. The 10-inch screen now has a 12-hour battery with a 1080p full HD screen. Choose from pink, purple and blue colors.
It’s barely summer yet somehow we’ve already run out of ideas to entertain our kids. Amazon has you covered, with plenty of fresh smart products for your smartypants!
Not your average tablet, Amazon’s Fire HD 8 Kids Edition Tablet is now even faster, and equipped with a kid-proof case and built-in stand. Set up easy-to-use parental controls in a snap. Safe and smart screen time at it’s best: set time limits, educational goals and curfews, and manage and filter content for up to 4 child profiles.
We love a deal: it comes with a two-year worry-free guarantee (it breaks, they replace!) and one year of Amazon FreeTime Unlimited. FreeTime Unlimited is an all-in-one subscription offering over 20,000 books, Audible books, movies, TV shows, apps, and games for kids ages 3–12. All FreeTime Unlimited content is hand-curated and age-appropriate. Parents can add content to kids’ profiles to give them access to more apps and games like Netflix or Minecraft.
Looking for even more? Kindle Kids Edition is designed exclusively for reading so no distractions. Echo Glow is a smart lamp that’s compatible with any Alexa device, so kids can be in control, and with Echo Dot Kids, they can ask Alexa to play music, hear stories, call approved friends and family, and explore a world of kid-friendly skills.
High fives to Amazon for helping adults everywhere win at parenting!
The same FreeTime Unlimited subscription can be used on any compatible device, including Kindle devices, Fire tablets, Fire TV, Echo, iOS and Android devices.
Some summer camps are cancelled due to coronavirus concerns causing parents to look for alternative activities for their kids to take part in. SiriusXM’s Kids Place Live announced the launch of “Camp KPL”, a series of fun at home summer camp activities and projects, upbeat family-friendly music and more, beginning on Mon., Jun. 1 and running throughout the summer. “Camp KPL” on SiriusXM’s Kids Place Live channel will air weekdays from 12 p.m. – 3 p.m. ET, and each show will be available On Demand for two weeks.
“Camp KPL” on Kids Place Live gives children and their families a virtual worry-free option to stay home, explore new activities outside, get creative and remain active all summer long. It’s hard for kids to imagine a summer without friends, outdoor fun and the freedom that comes with camp. The hosts of Kids Place Live are here to bring joy to your backyard or living room by expanding your ideas about summer playtime and how to make the most out of these unique circumstances.
“Camp KPL” contributors will consist of all Kids Place Live hosts who will lead virtual activities, expanding imaginations through theater of the mind and will take call-ins from listeners. Other features include daily story time; a mix of recorded and new stories, a kid’s comedy club where children can call in to tell their favorite jokes, and daily missions from award-winning Kids Place Live host, Absolutely Mindy. Mindy’s missions include fun daily tasks kids can do at home rain or shine.
Listeners can also hear Grammy award-winning kids’ musicians and outdoor experts The Okee Dokee Brothers share songs and ideas for safe summertime activities kids and families can do, including cleaning up a neighborhood park, birdwatching, picnicking and more.
The challenge of trying to become a record-breaker is a fun way to keep kids entertained at home, and “Camp KPL’s” segment “At-Home Challenges with GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS“, includes a collection of world records kids and families can try safely at home.
“The cancellation of in-person camps has been a major blow for parents and children across the country. With Camp KPL we are filling the summer void with fun, engaging experiences that are available On Demand and don’t involve staring at a screen,” said Megan Liberman, SiriusXM’s Senior Vice President of News, Talk, and Entertainment Programming.
SiriusXM’s Kids Place Live also offers parents a simple solution to summertime cabin fever with “Instant Naptime”, a 5-hour loop of lullaby songs curated by Kids Place Live. The channel has always played lullaby music during the overnight hours, but this is a soothing way families can access it On Demand at any time on the SiriusXM app.
SiriusXM Kids Place Live is the ultimate entertainment platform for children, an oasis that families can rely on for fun, learning and laughs, available to subscribers nationwide on SiriusXM radios (ch. 78). SiriusXM is now offering listeners its best streaming offer yet: Sign up to stream SiriusXM for 4 months free with a new subscription. To see offer details and to start listening on the SiriusXM app, on connected devices and smart speakers in your home, go to www.siriusxm.com/homefree.
Planning a birthday celebration can feel overwhelming, no matter what age your child is. Luckily, Portland has a variety of great locations for parties, with packages to help reduce your workload and your stress. There’s something for every age, interest, and energy level. Read on to get inspired for your kid’s next birthday!
A first birthday party is a big deal, but since the guest of honor is small, it can help to keep the guest list short and the activities simple. Head to the whimsical play area at the back of Hammer + Jacks toy store, where your one-year-old can climb the carpeted stairs to a sweet wooden castle and slide down its slide. A bank of picnic tables on the opposite wall allow for a modest group of party-goers, and there are plenty of toys, blocks, and dress-up gear to keep the littles entertained between the cake and presents. Party packages start at $175 for two hours, and clean-up’s on them. You supply the food, but add-ons can include decorations, balloons, and even a balloon drop!
With locations all over the city, community centers are a great option for a first birthday party. Keep things affordable and accessible for your child and friends by renting a party room or gymnasium for active fun. This is a great choice when a birthday falls during the winter months, or during the unpredictable transition months in late fall and early spring. You’ll have the option of hitting the outdoor playground after, but you’ll also have a festive place to party in case it rains. Party packages start at $147 for two hours, including 15 minutes before and after for clean-up. Indoor park parties include the use of ride-on toys, balls, and gymnastics equipment, and you can add-on extras like bouncy houses at select locations. Or, check out the list of themes for guided Nature Birthdays!
The Portland Children’s Museum The Children’s Museum is the perfect location for kids reaching the age of “Why?”, with plenty of hands-on play stations to satisfy their insatiable curiosity. Celebrate with cake and presents in one of the museum’s indoor party rooms, or the Outdoor Adventure pavillion, and then head off to explore the museum! Party guests receive admission to the museum for the rest of the day. Party packages start at $260 for 15-19 guests for 90 minutes, plus 30 minutes before and after for set-up and breakdown, and include mural paper and crayons for kids’ tables. Members receive 15% off!
4015 SW Canyon Rd.
Portland, OR
503-223-6500
Online: portlandcm.org
The Little Gym
Want to go all out for your kid’s big day, but outsource the work? The Little Gym does it all! For $350, they’ll take care of invitations, setup, cleanup, drinks for the children, all paper goods, and decorations. Kick things off with 60 minutes of active play in this Lake Oswego gymnasium, with activities led by a trained instructor, then celebrate with 30 minutes in the party room. Now all you have to do is bring the cake and the birthday child!
5820 Jean Road
Lake Oswego, OR
503-595-9702
Online: thelittlegym.com
Owl and Bee Clay StudioThis sweet clay studio in the Beaumont neighborhood offers a hands-on creative party experience. Guests get to make something out of clay and glaze it in their choice of colorful glaze. This 2-hour studio package includes instruction, tools, clay materials, glazes, and firings, plus space to enjoy cake and snacks. The cost is $200 plus $10 per person. Guests can pick up their finished creations later, once they have been fired in the kiln, or you can add on delivery of finished works.
Portland Rock Gym
For kids 6 and up, check out the Portland Rock Gym, where your kids can enjoy two hours of rock climbing with up to 12 friends. Two staff belayers (trained staff who help anchor, secure, and spot climbers) will be on hand to keep things safe and fun. Party guests get shoe and harness rentals, and access to the private party room to enjoy any food, presents, and party favors you choose to bring. Pricing starts at $299 for two hours.
Play Boutique
Got a pirate-obsessed kiddo or a little one who won’t stop singing “Let it Go?” Theme parties shine at Play Boutique, a Lake Oswego favorite that combines active play in a 3,000 sq ft play structure with full-service party packages. They’ll take care of party set-up and clean-up, decorate the party space, provide kid-friendly snacks and cupcakes, birthday candles, and even party favors– plus a “play specialist” to assist during the party. Enjoy unlimited use of the play structure and bounce house. You can add on things like theme-related crafts, performers, even a marshmallow bar!
464 First Street
Lake Oswego, OR
503-675-PLAY
Online: playboutique.com
Ready Set Grow
Treat your tween to a yoga party at this yoga and movement studio, with locations in Portland and Vancouver. Rent their bright 850 sq ft studio space for a ballet, dance, or yoga party– or another theme of your choosing. Kids’ birthday party packages start at $215 for three hours, with add-ons for 30 minutes of yoga, dance, or craft instruction. A recently renovated space adjacent to the studio rents for $185 for 3 hours, with the same add-ons available. Ready Set Grow also has a list of instructors for hire, who can teach yoga, dance, and movement classes at parties and parks.
The Merry Kitchen
Do you have a budding chef in the house? Plan a hands-on cooking party with Merry Kitchen, where guests create an entire meal together to enjoy, and take home recipes. You can even cook the birthday cake in class! With a variety of themes and menu items to choose from, your tween can be in charge of just about everything. Maximum attendees is 8-10, with two-hour parties starting at $30-$35/child.
Kingpins Bowling
Win points with your older child with a full-service party at Kingpins Bowling. They’ll get pizza and drinks, 90 minutes of bowling, and a “fun card” for use in the arcade. Book your party on a Saturday at noon or 2:30 p.m. to enjoy Cosmic Bowling, featuring black lights, music videos, and laser lights. Packages range from $19-$25 per guest.
3550 SE 92nd Avenue
Portland, OR
503-788-7889
2725 SW Cedar Hills Blvd
Beaverton, OR
503-646-1116
Voicebox Karaoke
For older teens, let them party in a safe space. For teens 14 and older, adult chaperones are not required, so your teen and their friends can enjoy an alcohol-free karaoke party in a private room. Food, beverages and desserts are available with special party package pricing. Packages include two hours in the karaoke suite, a dedicated server, clean-up, cake kit, party lights, and a disco ball. Group rates start at $60/hr.
Your kiddo’s Kindle is about to get even better. Not only is it the first dedicating reading device built specifically for children, but now (thanks to a new update from Amazon) the Kindle Kids Edition gives your family access to more than 1,000 Audible books.
When Amazon unveiled the Kindle Kids Edition last fall the device gave children the chance to read thousands of books, minus the over-weighted backpack to carry them around in. Now the device will make it possible to listen to stories galore, with an equally impressive Audible library.
photo: Business Wire
Kurt Beidler, Director of Kids and Family, Amazon said in a press release last October, “With unlimited access to over a thousand new and popular books in FreeTime Unlimited, kids can easily find books to match their interests and can bring a library of books with them wherever they go—all on a single, lightweight device.”
Even though the Kindle Kids Edition comes with a retail price tag of $109, you can score the top tech device for $85 right now on Amazon. Along with the updated Audible access, this Kindle also comes with one year of FreeTime Unlimited, a two-year worry-free guarantee and your choice of one of four cool kid-friendly covers.
With the holidays nipping at your heels, finding the best deals is a top priority. We’ll let you in on a little secret: Red Tricycle readers can save on Amazon Fire Kids Edition tablets using the code REDTRI to get 20% off at checkout. The tablets designed just for kids comes loaded with thousands of games, activities and books. Add to that parental controls, and this device is a sure winner for both you and your kids. Scroll down to see all the reasons we love the Amazon Fire Kids Edition tablet and why it deserves a spot under your tree this holiday.
Parental Controls
Amazon Kids Edition tablets come with robust parental controls that are so simple to set up. With a few clicks, parents can set up educational goals and curfews, set daily limits and block content. Options include managing content for up to four child profiles and restricting social media access and in-app purchases.
Parent Dashboard
Amazon's Parent Dashboard puts power in the hands of parents! When you log in, you'll get an instant overview of your child's daily tablet activities that include time spent on books, videos, apps, Audible, music and more. Want to know what your kiddo has been up to? Amazon also provides questions to start conversations about what your child has been up to on the Kids Edition tablet.
Two-Year Worry-Free Guarantee
Having kids means broken electronics and toys are inevitable, but with the Amazon Kids Edition tablet you can put your fears aside. The two-year worry-free guarantee is designed for parents and kids––if it breaks, just return it and Amazon will replace for free! Each Kids Edition tablet also comes with a bumper case for further protection and some sizes offer a hand-free kickstand.
FreeTime Unlimited
When you get a new Amazon Kids Edition tablet, kids have unsurpassed access to over 20,000 books, movies, TV shows, Audible books, apps and games geared towards ages 3-12 thanks to one free year of FreeTime Unlimited. Amazon Kids Edition tablets also have FreeTime in Espa˜nol that is filled with hand-curated Spanish content. After one year, Prime Members can sign up for FreeTime Unlimited starting at just $2.99 a month!
Parents Love & Trust the Kids Edition Tablet
Search for high-rated products and the Amazon Kids Edition tablet comes in at the top. With over 3,000 five star reviews, parents are singing their praises over the kid-friendly design, tons of learning apps and durability.
The Tablet Grows With Your Child
Once your little becomes a big kid, the Amazon Kids Edition tablet is ready for the challenge. Remove the bumper and adjust parental controls to meet the needs of your maturing kiddos. The easy to use features make the Kids Edition tablet the perfect partner to your growing fam.
Turning one and having fun! That’s your goal for baby’s first birthday, and we have all the tips, themes, dessert recipes, decorations, activities and gift ideas to make planning this birthday bash a breeze, so you can enjoy the big day too!
Congratulations, you’ve made it through the first year of parenthood. Now it’s time to chose that first birthday outfit, bake (or buy) a smash cake, and throw a fabulous first birthday bash! Make it memorable—and stress free!—by following these 10 first birthday ideas for a fun party.
This first bash is a big deal for nearly all parents, and amidst all of your own emotions, questions from friends, and pressure from grandparents, it can begin to feel like an overwhelming event to plan. Read on for our tips guaranteed to make the big day easy, fun, and relaxing for everybody, even you!
If the weather is cooperating, an outside party means less mess and tons of fun in the sun. We’ve gathered up the best outdoor birthday party themes for your warm-weather baby, from messy art parties to twists on water play. Sit down, grab a popsicle, and prepare to take your party to the next level with inspiration from the best party planning pros out there.
Not sure you want to throw a big party? We get you. There are lots of fun party alternatives—with great photo ops!—to celebrate your little one’s first year of life. Invite along relatives and friends to share the day, or keep it immediate family only. We’ve rounded up some ideas to help make the day fun for baby and memorable for you.
From camping to circuses to carousels, there are tons of party themes you can run with. Read on for inspiration from super-creative moms, and rest easy knowing your baby’s big toothy (or toothless) smile will make it all worthwhile.
Your little man is turning one, and that means it’s time to party in style! The guest of honor may not remember his first fete, but you’ll love having the photos to show him when he’s all grown up. Here are 11 easy, fun party ideas inspired by books and his favorite toys and activities.
It’s birthday time, and your special girl deserves an equally special party! We’ve gathered 10 whimsical and fun birthday party themes to ring in her big day—and to celebrate a milestone that’s just as much about you, too. Whether you’re looking for something rustic and cozy or bright and sparkly, read on for tons of party inspiration to make the day memorable.
Before you know it, your little girl will hit a major milestone, her first birthday! Congratulations, now it’s time to throw a party. We’ve rounded up a dozen adorable first birthday theme ideas that you and your guest of honor will love.
If you’re in search of a fun way to celebrate your baby’s upcoming big day, you’re going to want to check out these celebrity first birthday parties. Whether it’s over-the-top decor or understated elegance, these party ideas are celebrity-approved and first birthday-worthy for anyone!
Get creative with our guide to the most popular kids’ party ideas. From a birthday bash featuring favorites like llamas to a hands-on experience with reptiles galore, these hip ideas are sure to make those mini-milestones ones you’ll never forget! These ideas are for kids of all ages but can easily be tailored to little ones.
Sugar-free, oil-free, gluten-free, dairy-free, fruit-filled, paleo—whatever your definition of a healthy birthday cake (and smash cake) fit for a first birthday, we’ve found a recipe you’ll love. Bonus: They taste good enough for grown-up guests. Read on for 20 first birthday ideas for healthy cakes that are both smashing and smashable.
Looking for the perfect birthday cake? Go vintage with classic cakes that everyone will love! From old-fashioned chocolate cake recipes to new (old) faves like sponge cake and peanut butter cake, here's a lineup of cake recipes that deserve a spot in your regular baking repertoire.
Looking for the perfect birthday cake alternative? We get it—sometimes you just have to think outside the bakery box. Here are lots of show-stopping birthday desserts sure to satisfy any sweet tooth. From ice cream to cookies, you're bound to get inspired!
Maybe you’re just not a cake person. Or you want something a little more original, or healthy, for your baby’s big day. Whatever your reason for wanting to skip the traditional first birthday cake, we’ve gathered 10 decadent, low-guilt alternatives that are just sweet enough for both the birthday kid and all your guests.
Break out the smash cake and get your camera ready. A mini cake meant for tots to smash with their bare hands, caveman style, and eat until they’re good and messy, is a recipe for fun and awesome photos.
Your short-stuff might be all about the smash cake, but you know decorations matter, too. Getting your birthday party looking picture-perfect is a big job. Still, it can be worry free! Here are some ways to perk things up with cupcake garlands, light-up signs, baby pics and more.
After blowing out the candles and smashing the cake, commemorate this momentous occasion with an awesome DIY art project to adorn your walls. Best of all, it will be made by your one and only little artist.
One-year-olds are excited to learn about the world, so your gift options are endless. Look for developmentally appropriate toys that involve tasks like stacking, sorting, playing music, pushing, pulling, reading and moving things in and out of containers. Here are 12 bright ideas to put a smile on a baby’s face, whether you’re planning your child’s birthday wishlist or are invited to a first birthday party.