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10 Birthday Party Desserts That Are Not Cake
We all know a birthday party wouldn’t be the same without a fabulous and tasty birthday cake. But what if your little one doesn’t love cake as much as other desserts or maybe you just want to try something new and think of different birthday dessert ideas other than...
At Home Halloween Party
Spooky season has officially arrived and we bet your home is ready for some Halloween family fun! As we all still work to stay healthy and safe this fall, Pump It Up is giving you some ideas for some tricks and treats right at home. Here are some ideas for throwing...
History of the Happy Birthday Song
Every family has birthday traditions that have been passed down from generations. Whether it includes your heritage, the type of birthday cake you make, or the games you play, traditions can be a large part of your birthday celebrations, especially for kid’s...
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10 Kids Birthday Party Games That’ll Keep Them Entertained
Cake and presents are the usual suspects that steal the show at birthday parties. But it’s tradition to play games, too–games selected by the birthday girl herself. With so many details to remember, some games can be more hassle than fun. That’s why we’ve...
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Celebrating More than Kids Birthday Parites
It’s that time of year again. The time when gift giving (and getting) is inevitable. But many people say we are losing touch with the true spirit of Christmas and exchanging it for greed. That may be true in some towns and cities, but not in Frederick, Maryland. It’s...
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The Best Kids Birthday Party in 5 Easy Steps
As parents, we are responsible for doing it all, and throwing a successful birthday for our kids is no exception. But many times, we get caught up in being the “event planner” rather than enjoying the party with our kids. To make sure you and your kids can both enjoy the party together, we’ve got a few tips for you below.
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Complete Kids Birthday Party Checklist
There is a lot of detailed planning that goes into throwing a good birthday party. That kind of pressure can easily make stress your unwanted sidekick.
If you’re looking for a simpler, more streamlined approach to this difficult task, we’ve outlined everything from the planning stages right up to that big day for you. The guidelines below guarantee you surefire birthday party success that is parent- and kid-approved.
Now get to work!
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Tips For Throwing a Red, White and Blue Kids Birthday Party
So you want to throw a patriotic birthday party for your child? At first it may seem easy to incorporate red, white, and blue into a party, but making it memorable and unique to your child is the hardest part.
Don’t sweat it. We’ve got everything you need. Use our suggestions below to make this festive theme easy, fun, and totally unique without tons of hassle, time, or money.
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