Best Sledding Hills in NYC

Central Park has some great hills for a fast ride. Photo by Jody Mercier

When the flakes fly, the sledding hills in New York City really come to life. Families flock to these local sledding spots spread across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island for wintertime fun with the kids. In compiling our list of the best sledding hills in NYC, we asked our readers, family, and Mommy Poppins writers and editors for their top recommendations for sledding hills citywide.

Looking for more snowy day activities? Read our roundup of snow day boredom busters, and bookmark our Guide to Winter Fun in NYC for more seasonal activities.

Best Math Games for Kids, From Online Math Games to Math Board Games

Math can be loads of fun, even for the math-averse, with cool and age-appropriate games and puzzles.

Math games can be a really hard sell for kids who just aren't that into, well, math. That's why we've gathered up all the best math games, from apps to board games and everything in between. These games are satisfying, engaging, and yes, they really teach math skills!

We've even included a bunch of math games you can play as a family, so everyone can feel like a part of the learning process, and it feels less like homework.

For more great board games, check out our epic list of 100 Best Board Games for Kids and Family Game Night. And if you've got a kid whose math-brain means they also love coding, we've rounded up the Best Free Coding for Kids Websites.

Best Bunk Beds for Kids and Toddlers

The Belden twin over full bunk bed from Pottery Barn is great for overnight guests or siblings.

Bunk beds for kids have been topping family must-have lists for years, especially for those of us living in small spaces. I can remember some 20 years ago when my brothers got their bunk bed and we all thought it was the coolest thing ever. (The ladder! The height!) Fast-forward and now it's my own two kids enraptured by bunk beds they saw at a friend's house.

But finding the bunk bed that best fits your family isn’t always easy. Let us help: We've rounded up 12 bunk beds for kids that hit many of the most important points, including picks in different sizes—a toddler bunk bed, twin over full bunk beds, a triple bunk bed, and more—and at a variety of price points.

Our Baby and Kid Gear Guide will help you find even more of the best products for your kids, from toys and games to baby registry must-haves.

Cloth Diaper Services and Diaper Delivery Services in NYC

Cloth diapers can be intimidating, but these local shops and services make the cloth diapering journey easier for NYC families.

Cloth diapers for babies have come a long way. Besides the washing and care of cloth diapers, one of the biggest stumbling blocks for cloth diaper newbies is the enormous number of options: snap or Velcro closures, wool or fleece covers, pre-fold, contour, or fitted diaper inserts. We’ve rounded up great cloth diapering resources for NYC families interested in exploring this eco-friendly alternative to disposable diapers, including informational classes.

As you're contemplating the best diaper subscription for your family, consider adding these cloth diaper services in NYC to the mix. We're also including information on two of the most parent-loved cloth diaper wash-and-fold diaper delivery services because many NYC families live without a washer or dryer. Not sure which style or brand of cloth diaper is right for your little one? We even found online stores offering cloth diaper trial deals where you get to sample many cloth diaper styles before settling on the perfect fit.

Looking for more baby services or classes in NYC? Bookmark our NYC Baby Guide, which is loaded with new-parent tips and our baby bucket list for the quintessential things all NYC babies must do before their first birthday.

Top Indoor Playgrounds and Play Spaces in Nassau County

Speed down the slides at Planet Play.

Our list of the best indoor play spaces in Nassau County will come in handy after you've made your umpteenth indoor fort and your kids are climbing the walls this winter. Most of these spots are affordable and accessible. We've added age designations where appropriate to guarantee a good time for all. 

No worries if you're in Suffolk County: Check out our list of the top indoor play spaces in Suffolk County, as well as our guide to Guide to Indoor Spots and Sports Centers on Long Island

25 Things To Do in Morristown, NJ, with Kids

Grow It Green is an urban farm that teaches kids about healthy eating and caring for the environment. Photo courtesy of Grow It Green Morristown

Just 25 miles west of NYC, Morristown, New Jersey, is rich in history and culture—and it offers lots of fun for families.

In this day trip–worthy town, you can walk alongside a seeing-eye dog in training, sample treats from one of the best chocolate shops in the region, catch a kid-friendly theater performance, and visit a few places where George Washington slept! Morristown also boasts beautiful gardens, several fun museums, and one of NJ's best swimming lakes. 

Read on for our top 25 fun things to do in this great suburban town, and check out our Guide to Family Day Trips in New Jersey for more adventures close to home.

Best Places for Kids Haircuts in NYC from Baby Haircuts to Cool Teen Spots

Whether you're getting your kid's first haircut or your teen needs a cool new cut, these salons and shops will take care of little New Yorkers.

Getting a kids haircut in NYC is a lot different than when I was growing up in a small Midwestern town. Back then my mom would give me five bucks and drop me off at the only barbershop in town. The barber would sit me down in the chair and let me pick between two kids haircut styles: short and shorter. After about five minutes, I was out the door with crooked bangs and a Charms Blowpop.

In NYC, kids haircuts can come from a kid-centric spa, and little ones can get a funky colorful cut, or zone out with some Disney+ on an iPad while they're pampered. While we've previously shared our list of the best Manhattan children's salons, read on for our top picks for kids haircuts in NYC from Manhattan to Brooklyn, the Bronx to Staten Island, and in Queens, too.

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