Whether you’re on a tight budget or just want to cut costs in some areas, these low budget tips will help you save money when it comes to your kids next birthday party.

Looking for theme ideas for your little one’s next birthday party? Not sure where to start? Have a look at our list of themes and complete your ideas with matching party supplies, invitations, birthday cake and perhaps even decorate your party venue in the same theme too.

Treasure hunts (or scavenger hunts) are lots of fun for kids of all ages! Perfect to play at birthday parties or when they have friends over for a play date. Looking for hidden treasure will get them thinking and it’s something that can be played indoors or outside. Check out our different treasure hunt ideas and keep the kids entertained.

We often take hundreds of photos during our baby’s first year, but don’t stop there! Remember to capture those equally precious moments as your baby turns into a toddler. Toddlers have lots of milestones too that you'll want to record and look back on when they're older.

It’s common etiquette to put a RSVP date on your child’s birthday party invitations, and most parents will come back to you confirming if their little one is able to make it (or not) before the deadline date. But how do you cope with parents who do not respond in time, or don’t even respond at all? Check out these tips on dealing with latecomers and non-responders.

Check out these fun party ideas for toddlers and preschoolders you can try at home. Cheap and easy things they'll enjoy doing at their next birthday party.

Here are some great kids party bag ideas and what to put inside. Party bags are a great way for your little one to say thank you for coming to their party and the guests will love receiving little treats too.

These kids party decorating tips will add the WOW factor to your kids next birthday party and set the scene for their special day. From the colour of your party decorations and party supplies to your party budget, table settings, paper lanterns, balloons and more.

Deciding what to wear in your family photos can sometimes be a bit of a challenge. However if needn't be. Just take some time beforehand to think about the outfits the whole family is going to wear. A mismatch of clothes, shoes and accessories may make or break your photos and date them instantly. Use these tips to help you pick out the perfect wardrobe for everyone.

Find out how to make the most of grandparent childcare when you need some extra help and how to keep that relationship running smoothly. It’s a great way for grandparents and grandkids to spend time together, especially if you put a few guidelines in place.

Don't miss out on those special birthday party photos. As you’re busy rushing around it’s easy to get to the end of the party and realise that you haven’t taken any photos of the special event. Why not enlist the help of family and friends to be your ‘party paparazzi’ and ensure you have photos that will preserve the memories for years to come.

All performers and kids shows are different, but here are a few tips on hiring a birthday party entertainer to help ensure your little guests have fun.

Need inspiration for your kids next birthday party? There are so many things to think about, but here's a quick guide to get you started.

These days more and more of us are looking at ways to help reduce waste in our lives and this applies when it comes to kids parties too. Organising a waste-free or sustainable kids party may seem a little daunting, but there are so many ways to reuse and recycle what you already have and ditch the plastic where you can.

Throwing a party for your toddler or preschooler? Planning and preparation are key. Once you’ve organised the date of the party, the venue, theme and invitations, it’s time to start thinking about the party day itself. Here are 9 tips on party day planning to help ensure your little one’s party is as stress-free as possible and goes off without a hitch.

Kids parties can be stressful enough without any mishaps to spoil the special day. So here are some tips on how to avoid the most common kids party disasters so you don’t end up hosting the worst party ever!

AUCKLAND: The Albany Tennis Park in Auckland is the No. 1 tennis facility in New Zealand. Kids can come along to learn and develop tennis skills with us from a young age in our Court Kidz classes. These classes are designed especially for toddlers and preschoolers and introduce children to tennis through games and fun activities.

Teach your kids some basic cooking and baking skills, and with a little patience, you could soon have your very own budding Master Chef in the family! Kids love to help out in the kitchen and being able to cook is a great skill for anyone to have.

When you’re little, waiting a whole year til your next birthday seems like FOREVER! But now it seems half birthday celebrations are starting to pop up. Sometimes for practical reasons and sometimes just because. Find out more.

BAY OF PLENTY: Looking for children’s party entertainment in Tauranga and throughout the Bay of Plenty? Nana Gaye will come to your place and entertain your children, creating a special birthday party for them to remember. She’ll keep them entertained with fun party games, dancing, magic, stories and surprises! Her party entertainment is tailored to suit the ages of the children, and if you have a party theme, she can create activities around that too.

AUCKLAND: Looking for something different to do! GravityNZ offers two trampoline parks based in prime Auckland locations, Manukau and Mt Wellington, covered in wall to wall tramps for the whole family to enjoy. With dodgeball, basketball hoops, foam pits, an Olympic trampoline and mornings dedicated to tots and toddlers it has everything the family could want. So turn the TV off and get bouncing!

So what is the guide when it comes to kids opening their birthday presents? Opening them straight away or opening them later? While most children like to rip into their presents as soon as they can, some people like to collect the presents in a central location to be opened later in the party or after everyone has gone home. Is there a right or wrong way?

Small kids never sit still! In between mealtimes fuel them up with healthy snacks to give them extra energy. Introducing healthy snacks can sometimes be difficult, but persevere. Gradually try new things to see what works.

Kid friendly cafes and restaurant suggestions and reviews from parents around NZ that'll make eating out that little bit easier with your own kids. We'd love to hear about your kids friendly cafe & restaurant suggestions too.

If your kids were born around Christmas time how do you ensure that their birthday party in December or early January isn’t overshadowed by the Christmas holidays? Here are 4 ideas on celebrating your kids Christmas birthday during the festive season.

AUCKLAND: Kids Party Magic is your go-to for the best kids party entertainers in town. We’ll keep your kids entertained with an amazing comedy magic show, colourful balloon animals, and plenty of laughs.

Not sure what size birthday cake you should order or buy for your kids birthday party? Check out our simple cake size guide to help determine what size cake you will need. The cake chart will show you at a glance how many portions/slices/pieces you will get out of a round and square cake to ensure there’s no wastage.

A birthday party is just not a birthday party without a cake, candles and the singing of Happy Birthday. However birthday cakes can sometimes cause parents a lot stress and unnecessary worry. Check out these ideas to help ease the pressure when it comes to kids birthday cakes.

Not sure what to buy your kids for their birthday or for a friend's birthday party they're going along to? Our age-specific gift guide will give you lots of birthday present ideas on toys and activities suitable for babies, toddlers and pre-school kids.

All kids love playing party games! So here are some tips and suggestions on fun-packed indoor and outdoor games which are sure to be a big hit.

Looking for kids party food ideas? Check out these recipes that are cheap, quick and easy to make. From pizza shapes and sandwiches to fruit skewers, fairy bread, chocolate crackles, racing cars, jelly faces, lucky dips and strawberry mice. They’re sure to go down a treat!

Kids party food needn’t cost the earth or take too long to make. So here are some tips on what you can do and what you can make with a little creativity and a limited budget. From the number of birthday party guests you invite to ensuring you have just enough food, plus ideas on budget conscious party food you can buy or make at home.

Need some help when it comes to planning your kids birthday parties? Make your child’s next birthday party as stress-free as possible with our easy step-by-step Party Planning Checklist.

There's lots to think about when it comes to organising and planning a party for your toddler or preschooler, and at times it can be quite stressful. So here is a quick guide to help plan your next party in 6 easy steps.

Kids traditional birthday party games are still so much fun! Everything from Pass the Parcel to Musical Chairs, Pin the Tail on the Donkey, Stuck in the Mud and everything in between. Check out our list of fun party games and how to play them. They’ll keep the kids amused for hours!

Get creative with these yummy and easy to make hand painted cookies or biscuits. Your kids will love decorating them and coming up with their own designs - if they don't all get eaten first!

Why not celebrate your little one's special day with a mermaid birthday party! Check out these ideas on mermaid party food and decorations, costumes and games you can play. You can also use some of these ideas for an under the sea party, pirate party and beach party.

CHRISTCHURCH: At Messy Mates we love messy play! We run fun-filled messy play classes in Christchurch for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Mixed-age classes which give your little ones the freedom to move around and explore a variety of carefully planned, mess filled activities at their own pace. All the messy play they could want, but with none of the clean up for you!

Hosting a kids bat party is lots of fun! From preschoolers’ parties to Halloween gatherings, this monochrome bat party idea is sure to delight your kids and is a breeze to whip together. Check out these tips on how to set the scene, fun party food ideas you can use and games you can play to keep your little bats busy.

Not sure where to start when it comes to serving party food for toddlers and preschoolers? Here are a few easy tips you can use next time your organising their birthday party.

At Pixie Party Boutique we love helping you create the perfect kids party with our carefully curated collection of stylish products and kids party supplies from around the world. Get ideas, be inspired and create special memories for your kids next party with a dash of colour and a sprinkling of fun!

Toddlers and preschoolers are always in so much of a hurry! So when it comes to snacks, you want things that are easy to prepare and ready to eat before they get restless. Food that’s convenient yet still nutritious and fun. Check out these quick and easy ideas.

WELLINGTON: Sams Art House runs fun preschool art classes designed especially with little budding artists in mind. Our Ngaio Studio is an amazing colourful, creative space where young kids can come along during the day, enjoy our preschool art classes and create to their hearts content. We also run fabulous Arty Birthday Parties for pre-schoolers.

Looking to hire a party venue for your toddler’s birthday? Here are some useful tips and things to consider before choosing a venue for their special day.

With these few simple tips you can learn to take great photos of your children as they start to grow. From choosing the right time to finding the right place. No special equipment required!

Follow our toddler party tips and keep things as simple and as stress-free as possible for your child's next party. Toddlers are at an age where they are easily impressed, so don’t feel pressured to throw the biggest birthday party of all time.

As parents we sometimes face the challenge of fussy eating, where our toddler or preschooler may love a particular food one day and then flat refuse it the next - for no apparent reason! By understanding some of the reasons behind their fussy eating, it might make life a little easier for all of you. Here are 10 things you need to know about fussy eating in toddlers and preschoolers.

Who doesn’t love cupcakes! A quick and easy basic cupcake recipe that’s perfect for birthday parties, afternoon tea or just because. The recipe can be used to make a cake or pour the mixture into muffin tins to make cupcakes. Easy enough for the kids to help out too!