Parent Guides
Guides for Brooklyn parents
Practical, no-fluff advice for families with babies, toddlers and little kids — from birthday planning to rainy-day ideas.
How to Choose an Indoor Playground for Toddlers in Brooklyn
Not every indoor playground is built for little ones. Here is what to look for, what to ask, and the small details that separate a stressful visit from a great one.
Read the guide →02 · 5 min readBaby's First Birthday Party Checklist (NYC Edition)
A first birthday is really a party for the grown-ups who made it through year one. This checklist keeps it simple, nap-friendly and fun in a city where space is tight.
Read the guide →03 · 5 min read25 Rainy-Day Activities for Toddlers in Brooklyn
Rain in the forecast does not have to mean a long day of cabin fever. Here are 25 simple ideas, most using things you already have, for keeping toddlers busy and happy.
Read the guide →04 · 5 min readKids Birthday Party Ideas by Age (1–7)
What delights a two-year-old bores a six-year-old. Here are party ideas matched to each age from 1 to 7, plus guest count and timing tips that keep things fun.
Read the guide →05 · 5 min readIndoor Playground Safety Tips Every Parent Should Know
Indoor playgrounds are designed to be safe, but a few parent habits make them safer still. Here is what to do before, during and after a visit.
Read the guide →06 · 5 min readPlay by Age: What Babies and Toddlers Get from Active Play (6 Months to 7 Years)
Play changes a lot between six months and seven years. Here is a friendly, age-by-age look at what active play often looks like and how to make room for it.
Read the guide →07 · 5 min readAfter-School Activities for Preschoolers in Brooklyn
The hours between pickup and dinner can be the best or the hardest of the day. Here is how to plan after-school time for preschoolers that leaves everyone happier.
Read the guide →08 · 5 min readHow to Plan an Easy Toddler Playdate
Toddler playdates are as much for the grown-ups as the kids. Here is how to plan one that is easy to host, fun to attend and over before anyone melts down.
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