Water parks are a great way to beat the heat in the summer, and the Philadelphia area has so many awesome places to make a splash. From water slides to lazy rivers to tubing thrill rides and surf simulators to toddler splash areas and even swim-up bars for the adults—we've got you covered with all the best water park attractions near Philadelphia. So grab your swimsuit, towels, and sunscreen, and get ready to keep cool and carry on.

For more ways to water-play with less of a plunge and more of a spritz, check out our favorite local splash pads and spraygrounds, or browse our roundup of free swimming pools in Philly, both of which you'll find in our Philadelphia Guide to Beaches, Pools, and Water Parks.

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Baby shower games don't have to be stale, boring, and old-fashioned. These awesome games are fun for moms, dads, friends, parents, and everyone.

Put the days of baby word crossword puzzles or candy bars melted in diapers firmly in the past. Have you ever been to a party where they measured the baby bump with a string to see who can predict the size of the mom-to-be? (Get your hands off my belly!) While those games have traditionally been a part of baby showers, there are tons of new baby shower game ideas that are fun, meaningful, and bring people together.

Here are 50 ideas to help you plan a modern, unique baby shower! For more baby registry must-haves, baby name suggestions, and more ways to prepare for your new bundle of joy, check out our Baby and Maternity Guide.

With all the water surrounding New York City, it's no wonder there are so many sightseeing cruises and fun ferry rides to great kid destinations. If you want to be your own captain, NYC offers many seasonal opportunities for families to get out on the water by themselves with FREE sailing, canoeing, rowing, and kayaking in NYC.

We've rounded up 11 great New York City organizations offering boating sessions on the local waterways. Find more fun ways to get wet in our Guide to Beaches and Lakes Near NYC.

The best dad jokes for kids are sometimes the silliest or most cliché jokes around. The cringier the better, right?

But we’re showing up for you, Dad. We've rounded up 100 of our favorite one-liners, puns, corny dad jokes, and even bad dad jokes that are sure to make someone in the family chuckle this Father's Day and all year long. Maybe.

Read on for 100 of the best dad jokes for kids, from animal and food jokes to sports and pop culture gags. Find even more laughs—including our list of 75 jokes for kids that will keep the whole family in giggles—in our Boredom Busters for Kids guide.

From a mobile hands-free breast pump to portable video baby monitors and more, Momcozy creates innovative, essential baby products that work with your life.

Technology moves so quickly these days—and yet the women behind Momcozy noticed that innovation in the motherhood space was frustratingly slow. So, in 2017, they set out to create essential baby gear that was actually optimized for moms’ everyday lives. Making sure to involve mothers in the research and design process, they started by creating a breast pump bra that would provide a more comfortable and hands-free pumping experience. Of course, it was an instant success.

Since then, Momcozy has continued to create cutting-edge products for new and expecting mothers, designed to deliver more choice and comfort. Read on for a few of our favorite must-have items–from a cordless portable pump that tucks conveniently into your bra to a rechargeable bottle warmer designed to heat milk and formula on-the-go–and exclusive discount codes.

Looking for outdoor birthday party ideas for New Jersey kiddos born in spring, summer, or early fall? Don't worry–we've got lots of outdoor birthday party ideas that take advantage of all the great natural beauty NJ has to offer. An added bonus is that outdoor parties are often more budget-friendly than indoor party palaces. 

Read on for New Jersey parks, playgrounds, and nature centers where kids can have some old-fashioned birthday party fun. And be sure to check out our Guide to Kids' Birthday Parties in NJ for more party planning inspo.