When you were planning birthday parties for your littles, everything seemed easier. All you needed was cake, presents, ...

My oldest kid is 18 and looking through birthday photos I realized she didn't even remember her parties. Now I only do ...

Every parent who throws a birthday party for their child will have to deal with the tyranny of party favors. Are they necessary? No, but kids love a goodie bag. The question I found myself asking ...

There are sporty kids, artsy kids, animal-lovers, science-geeks and just kids with lots of energy. All manner of indoor birthday parties are doable in Connecticut because there are so many different ...

Red Dye 40, a widely used food coloring in the U.S., is controversial due to links to behavioral issues in children and potential health risks. Research is ongoing, but some parents prefer to avoid it ...

What is your take on gifts at kids’ birthday parties? I’ve noticed a trend toward opening the gifts after the party once all of the guests have gone home. It feels like a gift grab instead of ...