Still figuring out what to do this summer? A family vacation is almost guaranteed to be a success if you stay at a place with a pool. We scoured the listings of Airbnbs near NYC for vacation rentals with their own place to cool off. From the Hamptons to Woodstock, the Berkshires to Philly to upstate New York, these are Airbnb rentals we think will make a big splash with the kids. Like what you see? Book now! These places are getting booked faster than you can say “Everybody into the pool!”
Magical Chalet | Woodstock, NY
This deluxe Catskills getaway, tucked away on nine private acres offers incredible views. The solar-heated pool is surrounded by plenty of seating options and a gas grill. Inside, you'll find two working fireplaces, a game room and cathedral ceiling. The charming town of Woodstock is just three minutes away when you're ready to shop or eat out.
Live the refined lifestyle at "Manor Lane", a private estate in the Berkshires. In addition to the pool, you'll find tennis courts, a Nancy Meyers-worthy kitchen and even a "Guaguin bar."
This house, just 90 minutes from NYC is on the National Register of Historic places! Guests stay in an attached guest house with a patio and have access to the lovely gardens, pool and a hot tub.
This spot in Philadelphia is the perfect home base for your adventures. It features a roof deck for when you just want to relax and washer/dryer for when your toddler dumps grape juice on himself. Find all our favorite things to do in Philadelphia here.
Escape to Fairfield County and stay in this lovely cottage with pool. You'll love having the ping pong table in the basement for the kids, and local attractions such as state parks and the Quassy Amusement and Waterpark will keep you busy.
Escape pretty much everything at this quiet two-acre property on an Shelter Island. In addition to a private pool and hot tub, this place has a grill and patio, expansive lawns and a screened-in porch. It's also near beaches and a nature preserve.
This is a brand new house steps from Delaware Bay and a private beach. The pool, which is shared, is a few blocks away, but there are only so many places left to book in Cape May, so hop to it!
They’re your go-to for stamps, and but when’s the last time you bought birthday presents for your children from the United States Postal Service? Turns out, not only can you buy shipping supplies and stamps online, the USPS has an extensive online shop full of toy trucks, cool t-shirts, toddler costumes, and more. We scoured through the site to bring you our top favorites here.
Editor’s note: At the time of publication all items were in stock. We’ll try to keep this post updated with items that are still available but they go quick!
USPS Post Office Tent
The USPS partnered with Kid Trax for this awesome play tent. Now your mini mail carriers can act out in real style!
While most of us appreciate a homemade project, not everyone has the time or skillset to whip up craft like a toddler busy board at home. Perfect for busy little hands, these activities are great for parents who want to keep littles entertained and learning at the same time. If you’re looking for a quality sensory board, you can find just what you need on Etsy. We’ve scoured the online marketplace and found some of the most creative and cute busy boards that any kiddo will love.
Is your little obsessed with trucks and construction? Let them take the wheel on this totally customizable and personalized busy board. Add your own colors, name and let imaginations run wild with a play telephone, lots of locks and other fidgeters.
Classy and stylish, this simple activity board is perfect for the senses. Complete with chains, keys and locks, this perfectly sized board can be customized with both name and colors.
Looking for a travel-friendly sensory board? This wooden 8"x12" toy is perfect for pint-sized adventurers. Take in the car or stroller, and let the littles enjoy the modern design that comes with plenty of finger fun.
There's something about the magical feel and sound of zippers, especially for kiddos! This simple zipper board comes with rainbow-colored zippers and is one page of others you can order to create a quiet book. Zippers can help with fine motor and dressing skills, and are just plain fun.
Ribbons, tags and buttons, oh my! This sweet busy blanket is great for sensory learners and is easy to take on-the-go. Made with a variety of fabrics and tags, babies and toddlers will love the unique sensory experiences this blanket brings.
This adorable wooden, concrete mixer-shaped activity comes with tons of fun. From jingly bells and locks, to knobs and a fidget spinner, your toddler's going to be keeping quite busy with this board.
We all know how tempting those light switches can be for young ones, but now they can redirect their energy! Made with LED lights and switches, this unique activity board is easily powered by AA batteries that can be swapped without fuss.
Combining absolutely beauty and craftsmanship, this busy board transports kids to another place. Littles can visit Rome, Paris and London while working latches, spinners and gears. Pretty enough for your family room, this board is one you won't mind keeping out day after day.
Summer is around the corner––is your backyard ready? It’s time to stock up on plenty of sunscreen, snag a new swimsuit and get a few new summer toys! We scoured our fave bullseye retailer and found a new stash of can’t miss water slides fit for any backyard. Whether it’s single, double or triple style, this slip and slide-inspired gear pretty much guarantees summer fun.
In order to bring you the newest and best products for babies and kids on the market, we scoured the 2019 JPMA (Juvenile Products Manufacture’s Association) product show. From making life more simple for parents everywhere to a new level of thoughtfulness from brands across the board, here are the trends in baby and kid gear you’ll be seeing everywhere in the months to come.
On the Go
Courtesy Dwypeze
From the BOB stroller’s relaunch (a sleek new design offering a one-step fold and zipper storage, available Fall 2019) to the new Shyft Travel System from Evenflo (April 2019) and Dwypeze, an all-in-one changing kit, we saw brand recognition that kids go everywhere (restaurants, long-distance travel, etc.) with parents these days, and that parents want products that’ll make on-the-go as easy as possible.
Thoughtfulness
Courtesy Cybex
Consumers don’t want five different products for each kid these days. They’re also conscious of what they’re buying, and how long it’ll last. So, instead of offering yet another line of options to parents, we saw brands taking the traditional product and raising the bar, whether it was a new feature like self-standing stroller that can fit in a slim space (Diono Flexa and Excurze strollers), an eco-friendly aspect like stroller fabric made from plastic water bottles (Cybex x Karolina Kurkova collab) or a diaper pail that uses regular garbage bags. Kelly Mariotti, the Executive Director of JPMA states “there’s a feeling of real mindfulness, of how parents are using these products, and we see brands really responding to the marketplace.”
2-in-1
Courtesy Skip Hop
Along the same lines of mindful consumption, there was a wide range of “grow with baby,” and 2-in-1 products spotted at JPMA this year. From Britax’s brand-new 2-in-1 car seat (Fall 2019) to Skip Hop’s 3-Stage Activity Center that grows with baby and the award-winning Nomi high chair, which can support up to 300 lbs, has seating options starting at six months, being able to use products for more than one stage of life, or more than one activity, was strongly featured.
Geometric Prints Are In & the New Llama Is ...
When it comes to decor and nursery trends, geometric prints and gray are still dominating the market. And as far as the new ‘IT” animal? We’ve got our bets placed on narwhals and dragons—which might not be new, but with Game of Thrones currently in its last season, we think they’ll be making a huge comeback this year.
No matter what age you are, there’s something thrilling about slides—the wind in your hair, that free fall feeling. That’s why we scoured the globe to find the coolest ones around. From artsy and playful to just plain heart pounding, these slides will turn your typical playground fave green with envy. Click through the gallery to view.
ArcelorMittal Orbit – London, England
At the intersection of art and adventure is The Slide, the world’s longest, fastest tube slide. Starting 178 meters above the earth, daredevil riders will circle the red, Anish Kapoor sculpture 12 times, while trying to catch glimpses of London’s famous sights as they whiz by, before hitting the final 50 meter drop at the end. All in 40 seconds flat. Whee!
photo: London Legacy Development Corporation
Which one do you want to try? Tell us in a comment.
From the soccer carpool to the never-ending assortment of mismatched socks, sometimes there are days when you’ve only got a few seconds (or 140 characters) to get in a good giggle. Well, sit back and get ready to scroll because we’ve scoured the Twitterverse for moms and dads that rap about the highs and lows of parenting, and the results are hilarious.
From the soccer carpool to the never-ending assortment of mismatched socks, sometimes there are days when you’ve only got a few seconds (or 140 characters) to get a good giggle. Well, sit back and get ready to scroll because we’ve scoured the Twitterverse for moms and dads that rap about the highs and lows of parenting, and the results are hilarious.
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Took 3yo to Target. Passed by an employee bending over in the frozen food section. She yells, "Look mama, a buttcwack!" #momlifepic.twitter.com/IeqiYBbJxt
From the soccer carpool to the never-ending assortment of mismatched socks, sometimes there are days when you’ve only got a few seconds (or 140 characters) to get in a good giggle. Well, sit back and get ready to scroll because we’ve scoured the Twitterverse for moms and dads that rap about the highs and lows of parenting, and the results are hilarious.