Birthday

6 Perfect Late Summer Birthday Cake Ideas

9 Tips For Throwing A Kid’s Birthday Party On A Budget

The Best Birthday Cakes & Cake Alternatives In Ottawa

Sprinkles Make Everything Better: 9 Ideas For The Colour-Obsessed

9 Finger Foods For A Baby’s First Birthday Party

The Ultimate Party Treat: Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

A Breakfast Birthday (Pan)Cake

Our Best Birthday Cakes

A Yearly Birthday Questionnaire

- birthday-cakes
- August 14, 2022
6 Perfect Late Summer Birthday Cake Ideas

There's nothing better than a summer birthday party! Here are 6 fun and fabulous summer birthday cake ideas.
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- June 21, 2022
9 Tips for Throwing a Kid’s Birthday Party on a Budget

Big plans but a light wallet? Here's our expert tips for throwing a kids' birthday party on a budget.
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- April 20, 2023
The Best Birthday Cakes & Cake Alternatives in Ottawa

Every great birthday party needs a delicious sweet as a tasty finale and there are many great places to get birthday cakes and cake alternatives in Ottawa.
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- November 9, 2021
Sprinkles Make Everything Better: 9 Ideas for the Colour-Obsessed

I threw a colourful, sprinkle-inspired birthday party for my two-year-old last month, and it was a total success.
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- March 24, 2020
Malted Chocolate Frosting

Our malted chocolate frosting pairs perfectly with a simple vanilla cake to make our new favourite birthday cake flavour combination.
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- October 3, 2021
Simple, Pinterest-Worthy Birthday Cake Alternatives

Not sure we're blowing candles out over a cake everyone is expected to eat and not every kid is a fan of the traditional birthday cake anyway. Here's a list of some great birthday cake alternatives.
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- July 16, 2018
I’m Not A Debt Collector: Why Am I Chasing Down Your Birthday Party RSVP?!?

Last month, when I held my son’s 6th birthday party, it marked the worst response rate in my entire history of hosting my kids' birthday parties, almost like it was an election and there was “the lowest voter turnout of all time.”
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- June 13, 2018
16 Birthday Party Ideas in Calgary

We know how much creative juice it takes to plan winning birthday parties year after year, so here are our suggestions for a great celebration.
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- September 7, 2017
Why You Should Say Yes to That Birthday Invitation

I read the words you wrote about an invitation your kindergartener received and the best way to describe what I felt was heartache, especially as I read the comments applauding your decision.
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- April 17, 2018
9 Finger Foods for a Baby’s First Birthday Party

Our nine favourite easy finger foods for babies, toddlers, and the smaller set.
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- July 31, 2017
5 Birthday Parties that Come to You in Ottawa

Planning birthday parties will be a piece of cake with our 5 Ottawa birthday party resources that come to you.
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- October 5, 2018
19 Birthday Party Places in Toronto

Birthday bashes for kids shouldn't require a professional party planner (except in our wildest fantasies, of course). You can still celebrate in style and originality with these spots for birthday parties in Toronto.
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- June 6, 2017
3 Fun Summer Birthday Party Themes for Toddlers

Make your toddler's next birthday party extra special by choosing a unique theme for their summer celebration.
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- August 28, 2021
The Ultimate Party Treat: Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

If you’ve never made an ice cream cone cupcake before, you've got to give it a try.
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- May 17, 2017
The Most Amazing Minecraft Party Ideas: Crafts! Food! Games! Decor!

Our first Minecraft Birthday party remains our most popular post here on the blog.
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- June 13, 2017
An ‘Under the Sea’ 4th Birthday

Sometimes you just want to escape to the ocean.
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- March 20, 2018
7 Toronto Birthday Parties That Come to You

Now that the good weather has arrived, we're turning to our own backyards to host the best birthday party ever. Here are some Toronto companies that bring the party to you.
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- April 10, 2017
A Breakfast Birthday (Pan)Cake

Make their birthday breakfast extra special with these celebratory pancakes.
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- March 24, 2020
Birthday Cake Baking Basics: a Beginner’s Guide

Check out part one of our cake baking series, featuring what tools you'll need.
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- April 10, 2017
Our Best Birthday Cakes

Looking for a great birthday cake recipe? Try one of these delicious party cakes.
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- June 13, 2017
Secret Garden First Birthday

From the day we found out we were expecting our second daughter all things floral started making their way into our home.
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- October 25, 2016
The 10 Best Birthday Parties That Come to You in Toronto

Birthday parties are a fun way to celebrate your kid's special day, but they can also be a lot of work.
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- March 21, 2017
Why I Banned Sleepovers

I hate hosting sleepovers.
- birthday-themes
- June 13, 2017
A Farmer’s Market Birthday

How do you celebrate a first birthday for a babe who loves food? A Farmer'
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- June 22, 2016
Princess Tea Party for Preschoolers

This week, I taught a "princess tea party" themed craft class to a group of preschoolers, and it was simple and fun! Today, I am sharing everything you need to know to host your own delightful Princess Tea Party.
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- June 22, 2016
The Ultimate DIY Carnival Party

A carnival is perfect party theme for all ages.
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- July 6, 2016
My First Birthday as a Single Parent Was the Hardest

I remember my first birthday as a single mom. It wasn't pretty. I ended up in the throes of a nervous breakdown. I was so overwhelmed with fear and sadness that it was impossible to contain my...
- mom-101
- March 29, 2016
25 Paw Patrol Party Ideas

Paw Patrol fans will love these creative and easy to replicate Paw Patrol Party ideas for an unforgettable Paw Patrol Birthday Party. My 2 and 4 year old girls are both obsessed with Paw Patrol. It's awesome. I can put Paw Patrol on and clean t
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- March 18, 2016
Stella’s Seventh Birthday

My middle child, Stella turns seven today. My kids birthday's are like New year's to me; a time to reflect, rehash the day they were born, and feel a touch melancholy that they are getting older. I have spent the morning fielding questions from Ste
- family-life
- March 16, 2016
Book Review: ‘Nowhere Girl’ By Susan Strecker

I'm one of those people with a birthday at Christmas time. People frequently ask me what it's like having a birthday during the holiday season and my answer is always the same: I don't know any...
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- March 15, 2016
Let Them Open Presents! The Case For Opening Birthday Gifts

There's a new trend that I've noticed that makes me very uncomfortable. I say “new” because “back in the day,” it wasn't done, but I realize that things are different now. Nonetheless, it's something that's been bothering me in recent y
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- March 9, 2016
To the Twins on Their First Birthday

Dear Beaner and Big Bad Bill. I cannot believe that today you turn one year old. I am in shock at how the time since you entered our world has flown by. One year ago today, I woke up in the morning and knew that you would be making your appearance befo
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- March 9, 2016
Surviving My Son’s Birthday Celebrations After Divorce

We recently celebrated my son's seventh birthday. I usually get really emotional around their birthdays. I always have. I get overwhelmed at how much they've accomplished, how big they've grown, how...
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- March 2, 2016
25+ Smash Cake Recipes & Tutorials

Planning a first birthday party for you baby is just plain fun. You can pick a fun theme without worrying about tantrums and go as big or as small as you want. If you are in the middle of planning a first birthday part right now, you've probably foun
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- May 24, 2016
How to Make Mini Party Hats

These paper party hats add a bit of pizzazz to cakes and cupcakes.
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- January 28, 2016
Paw Patrol Birthday Cake

This Paw Patrol Birthday Cake is sure to delight any little Paw Patrol fan. Pssst! It's super easy to pull off! Keira demanded a Paw Patrol birthday cake for her 4th birthday party. I wanted something easy that would come out looking ama
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- May 24, 2016
An Adorable Woodland-Themed First Birthday Party

Simple store-bought decorations, when mixed with a little bit of creativity, make for an easy and fun themed birthday celebration for baby.
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- May 24, 2016
The Secret to Making Birthday Parties Manageable

Birthday party planning stressing you out? Here's the secret for making parties more manageable.
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- November 27, 2015
Welcome to the Terrific Twos

Happy 2nd Birthday, Little Z! You're going to rock the terrific twos!
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- November 24, 2015
To My Son on His 12th Birthday

To my son Ty on his 12th Birthday! All the things I love about you and what I need you to know from your mom.
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- November 19, 2015
To My Son On His 8th Birthday

My son is turning 8 years old this weekend and while there will be many presents to unwrap, I hoped to give him something he will never outgrow. Over time, toys will lose their appeal and clothes...
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- October 19, 2015
A Fourth Child, a Fifth Birthday

My youngest child, Freya Lulu is five years old. I should be saying things like “she's been sleeping through the night for years”, and “she doesn't loose her mind when she goes without naps.” I can't say either of those things
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- October 14, 2015
A Second Birthday Party

Cake, cookies, lemonade, presents, family... what more could you want for your second birthday? Miss Poppy turned two today, and while I'd barely put any thought or planning into her birthday party, I think it turned out alright.
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- October 14, 2015
How to Be an Un-Cool Aunt? Sue Your Nephew On His Birthday

I consider myself to be a very lucky lady to be the aunt to two amazing nephews. The two of them never fail to put a smile on my face. I like to think that I am a pretty cool aunt
- mom-101
- October 5, 2015
Celebrating Zack’s 8th Birthday Without Him

Zack and Jayden's birthday came and went this year with a quiet sadness. Not as heartbreaking as other years and I'm not sure why. Is it that 5 years has passed since we last
- family-life
- September 30, 2015
Creating a Construction Theme Birthday Party!

How to create a super cute construction themed party for your little one
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- September 21, 2015
How Do You Say Happy Birthday?

Just going through my boxes of old mail and random birthday cards while preparing to pack for a big move! I found a few diaries which I quickly tossed in the garbage or recycle bin, cuz who wants to read old diaries anyway
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- September 21, 2015
Happy Birthday and Happy Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving and Happy Birthday! My eldest son's 7th birthday is coming up next month and my wheels are once again starting to spin trying to come up with some different ideas
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- September 14, 2015
Farm Birthday Parties Part 2

This week I will be continuing on with the theme of Farm Birthday Parties but heading out to the east end of Toronto (Durham region).
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- September 14, 2015
Lemon Birthday Cake with Milk Chocolate Buttercream Icing

With so many questions and emails about how I made Magnus' birthday cake on Wednesday I thought I'd share on the blog. Its a really easy one to make, and pretty tasty too.
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- April 27, 2016
7 Brilliant Hacks For Your Boxed Cake Mixes

Seven simple things you can do to make your birthday cakes taste like they came from an artisan bakery.
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- April 27, 2016
7 Brilliant Hacks for Your Boxed Cake Mixes

Seven simple things you can do to make your birthday cakes taste like they came from an artisan bakery.
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- September 4, 2015
Stress-Free Kids Birthday Parties

Stress-free Kids Birthday Party Ideas
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- January 10, 2017
The ABC’s of Birthdays

From gift giving to party games to celebration cakes, we have you covered when it comes to planning and attending any birthday party this year.
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- September 4, 2015
September 4th Is a Good Day To Be Born

This is me 35 years ago propped up by a pumpkin and sitting in front of a couch that's draped in a blanket to protect it's fine flowery 1980 fabric finish.
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- September 2, 2015
Farm and Conservation Park Parties

Soon we will be heading into fall. I admittedly am not a huge winter fan and do not handle the cold well at all. But both autumn and spring are my 2 favourite seasons.
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- August 24, 2015
Outdoor Birthday Party Ideas

This week we'll be heading out to my neighborhood in the west end of the GTA and we'll be visiting Peel/Halton to look for some fun Outdoor Activity Party ideas for the young ones. Since we are...
- mom-101
- July 28, 2015
Happy Birthday Mr. Goddard

Today is my grandfather's 95th birthday. I've written here before about how important he's been in my life
- mom-101
- July 22, 2015
My Missing Birthday Gift

This past weekend I turned thirty-five. It is a pretty remarkable feat considering I still feel like a high school kid. I have no issue with aging, in fact, I believe we only get better with age.
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- July 16, 2015
Truck Theme Toddler Birthday

It's no secret, Raisin LOVES anything with wheels. Especially construction trucks, and convertibles. So we decided to make his birthday weekend filled with all of those things!
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- July 1, 2015
Birthday Dance Surprise.

Dylan surprised me for my birthday and it wasn't with a trip to Cheekatowga. We went to NYC and I had a private dance and toning session with Nicole Winhoffer.
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- June 28, 2015
Creating a Ballerina Themed Birthday Party

A blog about a little bit of everything!
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- June 24, 2015
A Birthday Surprise

Dylan announced that he had a surprise for me this week-a birthday surprise. He asked if I had a valid passport. “Of course” was my response, I'm always ready to fly.
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- June 24, 2015
How to Throw a Wild West Party

If your child likes donning a cowboy hat, roping pretend cattle and galloping on his or her toy pony (or even a real one), a cowboy party may be the perfect birthday party theme.
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- June 10, 2015
Birthday Obstacle Course Race

Malone turned eight yesterday and over the weekend we celebrated her birthday. Last year Meg organized an obstacle course race,
- food
- May 11, 2015
Chocolate Peanut Butter Candy Explosion Birthday Cake

If there's one thing teenagers like, it's junk food. Do you remember that from your own adolescence? I vividly recall having adventures with friends that inevitably involved food, specifically the kind that we didn't get to eat very often with our familie
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- May 10, 2015
Men’s Birthday Tablescape

A few days ago we celebrated my sweet husbandâs birthday, and I put together a pretty handsome table for our little family celebration. Â Living in a house of all girls, heâs always out numbered and...
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- April 14, 2015
My Birthday Lessons This Year

HOW I WAS HELPED BY DR OLAWOLE THE GREAT SPELL CASTER I am out here to spread this good news to the entire world on how I got my ex love back. I was going crazy when my love left me for another girl last month, But when I meet a friend that introduce me t
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- May 24, 2016
The Smash Cake

Thinking of doing a smash cake for your baby or toddler's birthday? Here are some things to consider.
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- April 3, 2015
His Village: Autism, Birthday Parties, and Best Friends

I've found in the past year or so, Cuyler has been invited to fewer and fewer birthday parties. Likely because the older kids get, they have fewer BIG parties and also because the older kids get,...
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- April 2, 2015
The Amazing Birthday Race

A great idea for an alternative to the classic birthday party!
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- May 24, 2016
A Secret Agent/Spy Birthday Cake

The best kids's birthday party we've ever thrown? This secret agent/spy party. Here's how to pull it off.
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- March 19, 2015
The Do’s and Don’ts of Birthday Party Etiquette

Have you even planned a birthday party for your child, and were ready to tear your hair out by the end of the process?
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- March 31, 2017
55 Toddler Birthday Party Themes

We've got 55 toddler birthday party themes, ideas and inspirations for a celebration that's as fun and unique as your little tyke.
- mom-101
- March 4, 2015
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Inspired Birthday Party Food Ideas

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Inspired Birthday Party Food Ideas - Your TMNT party will be a hit with "Make Your Pizza", "Sewer Water", "Toxic Ooze" and dessert pizza!
- partysavvy
- July 4, 2016
9 Popular PartySavvy Posts You Don’t Want to Miss

From food to loot bags to party planning and time-saving tricks, we're looking back at some of our most essential birthday party ideas.
- partysavvy
- May 24, 2017
A Yearly Birthday Questionnaire

Kids say the cutest things, so we've started asking ours a few questions every year on their birthdays.
- family-life
- February 20, 2015
Happy Birthday Mr. O.

Well, Little Man, we made it. I'll be honest, this past year, there were many times I wondered if we would survive each other. But we did. And here we are, celebrating your 3rd birthday. What a year it's been for you. We navigated temper tantrums galo
- mom-101
- February 12, 2015
Happy Birthday Wild Rosebuds Blog!

Wild Rosebuds Blog is 2 years old
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- June 14, 2016
12 Birthday Party Ideas in Vancouver

In the spirit of helping moms everywhere keep their house intact and cake out of the rug, we've got the scoop on 12 birthday party ideas in Vancouver.
- mom-101
- January 28, 2015
It’s My Birthday – Part 2: On turning 50

Almost like kissing a frog and suddenly you're a princess. Only the frog is really your life and you being a princess is a metaphor for “old hag”
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- January 26, 2015
It’s My Birthday – Part 1.

Also, not to sound paranoid or anything but I think Google spies on me during my sleep. Or possibly I'm just senile.
- family-life
- January 21, 2015
Parents Were Sent a Bill After Their Son Missed a Birthday Party

Written by Brandie Weikle Birthday parties are a lot of work. You've got to settle on a location and maybe a theme.
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- January 19, 2015
The Manny is 33

Happy birthday to the Manny; he turned 33 yesterday. That is laughable. I continue to think of him as an early-twenties type of lad, who wears the same pants everyday and doesn't go to the dentist. He can be unbelievably immature and then in some wa
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- January 15, 2015
Frozen Themed Birthday Party Part II “The Food”

Yesterday I shared some of the great activities my friend Heather planned for her daughter Taraâs Frozen themed birthday party. Â Today, itâs the food! Â You know how we love a good theme around here...
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- January 15, 2015
Frozen Themed Birthday Party Part I

On the weekend we had the great pleasure of celebrating the birthday of one very special little girl, my God-daughter Tara. Â This year it was a Frozen themed party, and there were so many great ide...
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- December 11, 2014
Nutcracker Ballet Themed 4th Birthday Party

Nutcracker ballet themed 4th birthday party
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- December 4, 2014
How To Make Your December Baby Feel Special

You've been hit with a double whammy—the holidays mixed in with your child's birthday. Depending on who you ask, having a birthday amidst all the holiday mayhem isn't very convenient.
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- December 3, 2014
Minion Birthday Card

A great idea for those little minion fans out there
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- November 25, 2014
How to Survive A Combined Birthday Party

Now an expert in the field, Brandy shares a few tips she has picked up over the years when throwing a birthday party for your children.
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- November 25, 2014
Mama’s Birthday Tradition

For my birthday the last 2 years I've painted ceramics with my little man (and my mom this year.) It's a great way to make memories and have keepsakes from year to year.
- family-life
- November 13, 2014
Sparkling Slime Recipe For Birthday Parties

What child doesn't like slime! This thick, gooey, yet runny substance with a consistency somewhere between paint and custard has been around since the 60's! My sparkling slime recipe is awesome as a birthday party activity! With ingredients that are e
- mom-101
- October 29, 2014
First Birthday Bash

Last week we celebrated Poppy's first birthday with a little afternoon party of cake and goodies. It's tough deciding on an invite list, because with just our families we already had twenty people. Any more than that and things get kind of crazy
- mom-101
- October 29, 2014
I Had a Bad 40th Birthday and I am Calling a Do-Over

I had a really bad 40th birthday, and i need to make my peace with it.
- family-life
- October 27, 2014
How to Celebrate a One-Year-Old’s Birthday

It's my youngest daughter's first birthday today. Our sweet little baby nugget is turning into a hilarious and strong-willed child before our very eyes, and this great occasion deserves
- mom-101
- October 22, 2014
How to Plan an Exciting Minecraft Party

If you have a Minecraft lover on your hands and are trying to create an exciting Minecraft birthday party he or she will love, grab a notepad and pencil.
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- July 8, 2016
Monster Party Table Decor

Monster Party Decor Good colours for this party theme include: orange, purple, yellow, green, black and white.
- mom-101
- October 15, 2014
A Little birthday

Miss Poppy turned one this weekend! We were so excited to make it special for her... Soren has been talking about her birthday for weeks. He really wanted me to bake her a 'baby doll' cake
- food
- October 15, 2014
How to Make an Owl Birthday Cake

How to make a owl birthday cake that is perfect for a kid's birthday party or Halloween fun.
- family-life
- October 15, 2014
Minecraft Birthday Party Ideas, Games and Printables 2.0

By Robin and EdOur First Minecraft Party was a pretty big deal. In the cyberworld, over a quarter million folks have checked it out - and dozens of people have been kind enough to leave comments about how well their party turned out with our ideas.