If your son's best friend had a great party last month at the local butterfly sanctuary, there's probably pressure to respond in kind. But you can throw a birthday blowout without breaking the bank.
Between venues, entertainment and a cake to feed a crowd, kids' birthday parties can get pricy fast. What are some ways to keep food costs down and still entertain a passel of potentially picky eaters? See more »
Cupcakes make a great alternative to a birthday sheet cake. Try these 10 adorable cupcake ideas for your child's birthday. See more »
Crafts are a great way to entertain young guests and provide a fun alternative to the traditional birthday goodie bag. See more »
With free license to eat cake, tear open gifts and make mischief with friends, your birthday boy or girl doesn't need anything more than some frosting, presents and a wide, open space. So, why are you booking a magician and researching caterers? See more »
While balloons and streamers scream happy birthday, the cake is definitely the star of the party. Get ideas for making the cake extra special. See more »
Sweet or savory, kids will have fun building their own personal desserts or dinners. Get ideas of edible birthday treats that kids can make themselves. See more »
As parents, you want your child to have fun but also be on his or her best behavior. Here are 5 things to make sure your child knows before attending a party. See more »
Selecting an appropriate birthday party entertainer takes some legwork on your end. Read these tips before hiring a party entertainer. See more »
Amid the trendy toys and pop characters, there's plenty of timeless kids' stuff that never goes out of style. Take a cue from following five gift ideas that appeal to both boys and girls of all ages and are guaranteed to please. See more »
The building of this cookie worm might take a bit of patience for small hands but makes for a great alternative to a special occasion cake. See more »
