There’s something about waking up on your birthday to find something special waiting for you in the kitchen. Before the party stress, before the schedule, before anyone else gets involved—just your ...

When both of my kids approached their first birthdays, I found myself unable to make it through one of our favorite bedtime books, On the Night You Were Born, without crying. I began saving every ...

Children look forward to their birthdays with expectant fervor, excitedly awaiting decorations, gifts and sweet treats in celebration of their life. Some might have very specific ideas about how they ...

Every country has its birthday traditions, beliefs, ideas, and culture. Some are common, some are unusual and others are just weird. For instance, in some countries, all you need to do to celebrate ...

Kat Thompson is the audience editor of Eater’s Southern California/Southwest region. I love birthdays. It’s fun to get dressed up, go to a fancy restaurant, and await the pièce de résistance: a slice ...

Leap year birthdays, occurring once every four years, are unique and special occasions. However, celebrating them annually can be a creative and enjoyable challenge. Whether you’re a leapling yourself ...