Name: Hazel, 5
Location: United States

Hazel turned five and, despite having friends that are boys, couldn't get past wanting a girls only princess party where all her friends came in their princess dresses.

Your kids are probably spending a lot more time outside these days. Are they bored yet? Ready for a new adventure? Perhaps they want to fly off into the wild blue yonder?

There is undoubtedly lots to learn and plenty of decisions to be made while navigating the world of becoming a new parent — from what to expect during labor to lessons on how to change a diaper and hold a baby. But one decision that I made early on has been the best thing I've done so far...

Name: Ellie (18 months)
Location: Livermore, California

This room was inspired by a trip to Disneyland when I was pregnant. I loved the idea of a world-inspired room, especially since we have family from around the world. 

We've collated some of the best classic glam nurseries, and given instructions on how to make your own, but if that's not enough classic glam for you, how about classic glam on a budget? Here's a nursery you can put together for under $300 with a little thrifting and a little DIY.

Perhaps it snows for half of the year where you are. Maybe the thought of cleaning a pool, week in and week out, makes your skin crawl. Could be that you rent. Or you just can't afford one. There are so many reasons for not having a pool, but so few that really mean your kids (or you!) need to miss out on the fun of splashing around in the backyard all summer. Bring on the inflatable pools!

Ferm Living Kids Tent

• $200
• Fawn & Forest

Not a DIY'er? This play tent is covered in fabric and ready to go. Play camping, use as a puppet theater or put down a big pillow for a private reading nook. Best of all - it folds up for easy stowing.

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Now I know all of us are well prepared for Father's Day, right? Presents are wrapped, cards are sent, handmade goodies with the kids finished and hidden away in secret. Ha, that's the theory anyway!