Having an unconventional work schedule seems to be the new norm. With many people working from home, juggling work and parenting is a heroic feat. For those of us who are not looking for full-time daycare but sometimes need a helping hand, know that you can find a drop-in daycare in Los Angeles (and Pasadena and Santa Monica and loads of other local towns) where you can leave your kids for a few hours while you work or just get a little well-deserved me time.

I know firsthand that finding a place where you feel at ease leaving your little ones is not an easy task, but we've done the legwork, asked all the questions, and compiled a list of places that offer drop-in daycare. For more ways to get work done when you have young kids, check out our review of one of our favorite Co-working Childcare Spots in Silverlake and our compelte guide to Childcare Options in Los Angeles.

Winter in the Atlanta area might be more conducive to nesting on the couch than braving the gray and colder weather. Yet when the weather permits, why not get the family off the couch, bundle up in a layer or two, pack a picnic lunch, and get in a good hike? 

Choosing a new destination each week can give your family something to look forward to while providing a great intrduction to Atlanta's outdoors. Some of these destinations offer access to playgrounds. And once the kids are all tuckered out from a long hike, parents might even be able to indulge in an uninterrupted Netflix/Hulu/Amazon Prime TV binge, sans kids. 

Whether your child is into magic, sports, princesses, clowns, or something else entirely, there are birthday party entertainers to satisfy even the most narrow interests. Orlando kids (and parents) love these birthday entertainers because they keep the kiddos engaged and happy during the special day, and mom and dad can take a break to actually enjoy the party. Yes, Orlando has some fantastic birthday party venues throughout the area, but sometimes it's nice to bring the entertainment to your own home or neighborhood. 

We at Mommy Poppins have rounded up some of the most interesting, sought-after birthday party entertainers in Orlando. These creative, family-friendly folk will make sure to enhance Orlando kids' birthdays with a huge amount of fun!

Families need not flee to northern New England for snowy escapes. There are great family ski resorts in Connecticut or close by in Massachusetts and New York that offer plenty of thrills for easier-to-manage day trips. Below is an overview of some of the area's best kid-friendly ski resorts, whether you love zooming down the slopes on skis or from the comfort of a snow tube. 

Let's face it: the coldest season is much more fun if you stay active and enjoy the outdoors. Our Mommy Poppins Connecticut Winter Fun Guide highlights plenty more ways to help you do just that! For even more winter sports in Connecticut, browse our Ski and Snow Sports Guide. And if you're looking for a family ski vacation well beyond the Nutmeg State, don't miss The Best Ski Resorts in the US.

The Philly area is filled with incredible museums and attractions for kids, but sometimes tweens and teens need something more offbeat to hold their attention. These unusual museums in Philadelphia have exhibits you won't find anywhere else, going beyond fossils and paintings to explore the weird, dark, and sometimes grosser sides of history. While mostly geared towards older kids, these places can suit younger children as well.   

Read on for 10 Philly odd spots with unique experiences that kids are sure to remember. For museums without the admission fees, don't miss our update on Free Philly Museums. To get more stories like this sent straight to your inbox, subscribe to our newsletters.

Just south of Houston, the Clear Lake and Webster neighborhoods welcomes families into the Bay Area for fun activities, excellent parks, natural areas along Texas wetlands, and more. From boardwalks to a tasty ice creamery, we’ve rounded up some of the best kid-friendly places in this Houston's Clear Lake and Webster neighborhoods and its surrounding areas.

If you’d like to explore options for more local adventures, check out our 100 Things To Do With Houston Kids Before They Grow Up post and the Mommy Poppins Travel Section.

Skiers get it—winters are long and occasionally treacherous. But where some see calamity, we see opportunity. And not just for ourselves, but for our families, too. With that in mind, we’ve got the skinny on the best kid-friendly ski resorts in the United States.

Whether you prefer ski resorts in the powdery West or the slippery Northeast, skiing is one winter activity sure to bond parents with kids for a lifetime. So wax down the skis, load up the roof rack, and make for one of these ski resorts sure to delight experts and first-timers alike.

For more fabulous ski resorts for families, be sure to check out our list of New England Ski Resorts that Cater to Families or our favorite Family-Friendly Ski Areas Near NYC. However, if all this talk of snow is too chilling, you might prefer to peruse the best Warm and Sunny Family Vacation Ideas!

Looking for an indoor play space that makes your jaw drop and your kids jump for joy? We've rounded up a dozen of the biggest and best spots for playing, jumping, bouncing, climbing, and thrill-seeking throughout New Jersey. The Garden State is home to tons of awesome play spaces, and it was tough choosing just 12. We limited our list to those with major wow factor—places where you can tackle a ninja warrior-style obstacle course, play laser tag, climb on—and through—play mazes, bounce on inflatables and trampolines, play arcade games, scale rock walls, and even go roller skating or bowling. While most of these spots aren't specifically geared toward the smaller set, all have areas or times set aside just for them.

Read on to find out which fun zones made the cut, and for even more options, check out our Guide to Indoor Play Spaces.