NYC Local Shopping Guide for Kids: Toy Stores, Children's Clothing, Boutiques | MommyPoppins - Things to do with Kids

Gifts That Give Back: NYC Retailers That Donate to Charity

Have you ever looked at a kid's birthday party haul and wondered what kind of message it sends? All...READ MORE

Hobby Shops for NYC Kids: Model Trains, Planes, and Robots

Model trains, planes, cars, and more for the maker in your family.READ MORE

NYC Kids' Eyeglasses: Where to Find Children's Eyewear in New York City

[UPDATED: December 1, 2012] Shopping for kids' eyeglasses isn't like shopping for clothes...READ MORE

NYC Kids' Clothes: Boys' Suits & Formal Wear Shops

It's one of those annoying double standards you deal with as a parent: While fancy dresses seem...READ MORE

Shopping for Handmade in New York City

[UPDATED: December 1, 2012] There are many benefits to buying handmade goods this holiday...READ MORE

Brooklyn Superhero Supply Co.: Park Slope's Caped Crusader Emporium and Secret Writing Center

[UPDATED: December 1, 2012] Next week, our month-long spotlight on Park Slope will come to an endREAD MORE

Vintage Shopping with Tweens in New York City

Dressing with style in one of the most fashionable cities in the world is a tough thing to do...READ MORE

5 Secondhand Clothing Stores to Outfit NYC Kids

As parents, we do a fair amount of shopping for our kids, always in search of a good bargain for...READ MORE

Where to Swap Baby and Kid Clothes and Toys in NYC

Clothing and toy swaps are such a New York City necessity. Buying brand-new clothes and toys...READ MORE

Baby Boutiques in Williamsburg, Brooklyn

[UPDATED: December 1, 2012] When you think of Williamsburg you may think more about hipsters and...READ MORE

Baby Shopping on the Upper East Side: 5 Stores for Baby Gear, Furniture and Nursing Supplies

[UPDATED: December 1, 2012] For the final post of our month-long focus on the Upper East Side...READ MORE

Baby Carrier Cover-Ups: What to Get and Where to Buy Winter Babywearing Solutions

[UPDATED: December 1, 2012] Not too long ago we covered How to Choose and Use a Baby Carrier in...READ MORE

NYC Maternity Stores: Where to Find Pregnancy and Nursing Gear

We found nearly a dozen local retailers selling great maternity clothes, plus postpartum gear like...READ MORE

NYC Stroller Repair: Where to Get Your Stroller Fixed in New York City

If you've got a baby or toddler in NYC, chances are you have a stroller (or two or three). When my...READ MORE

Enjoy Hands-on Building Fun at the Brand-new Flatiron Lego Store

Four years ago, my Lego-loving son and I attended the opening of Manhattan's first-ever Lego Store...READ MORE

The New Disney Store in Times Square, Magic Right Around the Corner

If your kids love Pixar movies or beg to play dress up all day, it's time to plan a trip to the new...READ MORE

Lego Store in Rockefeller Center: Must-See New York City Megastore

Until I visited the new Lego Store that opened up in Rockefeller Center last week I never realized...READ MORE

Scholastic Store Extreme Makeover

Sadly the Scholastic Store closed in January 2015. In my opinion the Scholastic Store in SoHo is...READ MORE

Kids Play for Free at These New York City Stores

Kids can let loose (and get some energy out) in these toy-filled spots.READ MORE

Make Your Own Toys in NYC: Where Kids Can Build Muppets, Cars, Stuffed Animals & Dolls

Unfortunately FAO Schwarz closed in July 2015; we're looking into whether the make-your-own-toy...READ MORE

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10 Stores That Offer Free and Low-Cost Classes for Westchester Kids

Kids can make a craft, learn about science, and more at these stores and malls.READ MORE

Board Game Cafe Sip N' Play Opens in Brooklyn

Sip N' Play has more than 200 games to choose from, plus plenty of delicious eats. READ MORE

Harry Potter Store Set to Debut in Summer 2020

Plenty of magical experiences and exclusive merchandise awaits at the planned flagship store.READ MORE

Stores that Offer Free and Cheap Classes for NJ Kids

Make a craft, build with LEGO, learn to cook, and more—for FREE.READ MORE

Where to Find Free Classes for Kids at NYC Stores and Public Spaces

Ready for sports, crafts, coding, and more...all at no cost? We thought so.READ MORE

Best New NJ Destinations for Kids That Opened in 2019

2019 brought lots of fun new spots for kids, including an indoor theme park and the return of Toys...READ MORE