Whether it’s your first rodeo or your tenth, planning a perfect party can feel overwhelming at times. We’ve put together a checklist to help you from planning to execution of your kiddo’s big day! 6-8 Weeks Before the Event ☐ Pick Your Theme: Lean into your birthday child’s current interests and choose a theme to ..read more

First birthdays are not just a huge milestone for your child, it’s also a huge moment for mom & dad! It’s a celebration of bringing a child into the world and the village it takes to raise a little one. This guide will take you through 4 main things to consider when planning this big ..read more

Sunshine, warm nights, and endless possibilities make summer birthdays the best! Dive into 4 different birthday party ideas to celebrate your birthday child this summer. Take advantage of the warmer weather and sunshine by hosting your party outside and make memories that will last a lifetime with a Garden Party, Going-for-the-Gold Party, Create-Your-Own Pizza Party, or a Backyard Cinema Extravaganza. Garden Party Get kids’ hands dirty with a Garden Party this summer! Let them unleash their creativity by painting and decorating their own plant pots. It’s okay to get messy – that’s part of the ..read more

Birthdays are one of the most exciting days of the year for most people—especially kids! They evoke joy, laughter, love, and camaraderie. Around the world, birthdays are celebrated uniquely in different cultures. At Pump It Up, we often celebrate by singing “Happy Birthday,”, exchanging gifts, party favors, enjoying food, indulging in some delicious cake, and, of course, by jumping on giant inflatables! Here is how they are celebrated differently in some other countries. Jamaica Did you know that in Jamaica, they have a super fun birthday tradition called “antiquing.”? It’s where the guest of ..read more

Year after year, you’re tasked with creating the ultimate birthday bash for your birthday girl or boy. We know how difficult it can be having to prepare everything from thinking of different themes, planning the guest list, finding a venue, buying decorations, and more. But maybe this year you want to try something different and go for a more DIY approach. These tips and tricks will help you brainstorm plenty of DIY birthday party decoration ideas that you can take and make your own. You don’t need the fanciest venue or the biggest budget to have the best birthday ever! Check out what you can ..read more

Is your child a foodie that loves anything to do with a good meal? Why not create a birthday party themed around that very thing! As a busy parent, it can be stressful trying to think of the perfect theme for your child’s upcoming party, but a food-themed birthday party is fun, relatively easy, and of course…delicious! Here are some of our favorite food-inspired party ideas. Go Nuts for Donuts! Although most of us think of cake when we think of a birthday treat, there are plenty of other sweets that can make for a fun and yummy party, like donuts! You can have a donut themed birthday party fr ..read more

Planning a children’s birthday party is a lot of fun, but also a lot of work. From the decorations to venue to food, there are a lot of decisions to be made, all with timing and budget in mind. But maybe there’s one thing you have your mind made up about…the cake! You decided you want something special and unique this year from the heart and want to make your kids’ birthday cake from scratch for the first time. Homemade cakes can be beautiful and delicious with the right skills and tools. Here are some cake decorating tips for beginners that will have your party guests asking for the name of y ..read more

Looking for a theme for your kid’s birthday party but don’t want the same old decor, food, and games? Race car themed birthday party ideas are fun, easy to make or buy, and can include all types of races, cars, or brands for your child to pick from, so you know they will love it. In this article, we’ll take you through each step to making your race car themed party come in at No. 1. Choose a Race Car Theme There are so many different choices when it comes to a race car themed birthday party. From Indy 500 to vintage classics to Fast and Furious, your birthday boy or girl can pick from all typ ..read more

Planning your kid’s birthday party comes with a lot of decisions. Food, goodie bags and a theme are all parts that go into making the best birthday party your kid can imagine. Maybe you’ve already decided that you want to have inflatables at the event. They’re fun for various ages, can entertain for hours, plus plenty of options to choose from! But how do you know the difference between renting an inflatable or two and placing them in your yard and renting out an indoor inflatable venue? In this article, we’ll go through the main differences of renting the inflatables yourself or hosting the e ..read more

Are you having trouble getting your family away from the digital world throughout the day? Finding fun screen-free activities for kids can be difficult at first but once you unplug, you start to get creative and discover plenty of great ways to pass the time without the need for a screen. Here are a few ideas that entertain the kids and give you confidence their brains and body are staying active. Indoor Activities There are plenty of activities you can do right in the comfort of your home. Indoor play is especially needed in states that have harsh weather this time of year. One great idea is ..read more