Hot New Toys and Finds from The Toy Insider's Sweet Suite 25

The Toy Insider's Sweet Suite 25 was just held at Pier 60 at Chelsea Piers in New York City, and I found some of the hottest new toys and trends to share with you. From a BRAND NEW Monster Jam monster truck reveal, to the latest in blind boxes, plush and collectibles, take a look at some of my favorite finds from Sweet Suite's 16th year!

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Hot Toy Trends and 10 Favorite Finds from Toy Fair New York 2025

As I always say, Toy Fair New York has come and gone, but the memories remain. I have so much to tell you about! This was my eighth visit to Toy Fair, and although much has changed over the years, one thing stays the same: everything* I saw at the show will eventually make its way to this blog and to you, dear reader, so you can go out there and find the best toys, gifts, collectibles, and more. I have many gift guides to plan this year, as well as round-up posts like this one. 

*Yes, everything will make its way here, except what I saw at LEGO, because that was super top-secret and I signed a NDA. Sorry. 

Anyway, here are the hot toy trends I found at Toy Fair New York, as well as 10 of my favorites for 2025. 

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Flashback: 10 Favorite Finds from Toy Fair New York 2023 (Stay Tuned for 2025!)

Toy Fair New York returns to the Javits Center in New York City this March! Here's a little look back at my fun finds from the last Toy Fair in 2023. Stay tuned to see what I discover this year, my 8th visit to Toy Fair New York! 

Another Toy Fair New York is in the books! This was my seventh year visiting Toy Fair New York, and I have some fun new finds to share with you. Read on for my personal picks for the holiday season, gift giving, and just overall favorites in general. And, as always, I assure you that this is NOT a sponsored  post. I personally chose what to to feature here. I would never suggest that you buy something if I didn't totally love it myself.

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The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2024: Gift Ideas for Kids, Teens Tweens, Babies, and More!

If you're looking for holiday gift ideas, you've come to the right place. If you need gifts for boys, girls, tweens, teens, babies, or even the special adults in your life, then I've got you covered! The Jersey Momma Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide features over 100 gift ideas in 14 different categories with something for everyone. Every item in this guide is hand-picked by me and comes with helpful links and photos. Everything is clearly labeled with bold headlines for easy reading. Don't forget to check out my toy shopping tips at the end of the post, too. 

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My Top Picks from Nintendo's Holiday Showcase

I just returned from Nintendo’s awesome Holiday Showcase in New York City. I was able to try out current Nintendo games as well as some up and coming new releases. Here are my picks to look out for this holiday season - from games to accessories and Nintendo-inspired toys. Bookmark this for your future gift lists, because if you have Nintendo fans in your household, you’re gonna need this!

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TREND Retro 80's Scratch 'n Sniff Stinky Stickers Are Back!

It's no secret that I've been a sticker collector since I was a child (you can see my nostalgic walk down Sticker Book Lane here) and TREND enterprises Scratch 'n Sniff Stinky Stickers were my absolute favorites. I still have my original vintage collection, but I've been crossing my fingers for years, hoping that TREND would release their original designs again, for a new generation. Lo and behold! My 80's dreams have come true because sticker lovers can now get their hands on 46 iconic ‘80s designs and five collector albums! They're available now, with more to follow. Read on for details!

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enCourage Kids Foundation Launches New Bear with FAO Schwarz

FAO Schwarz is not just known for its abundant history of inspiring wonder and awe in kids of all ages, but also for its soft and cuddly teddy bears. Now they've teamed up with enCourage Kids Foundation to launch an adorable plush bear for a worthy cause. Read on for more details about this adorable plush teddy.

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Scratch and Sniff Stickers: 80's Flashback!

In honor of Throwback Thursday, I'm sharing my collection of scratch and sniff stickers from the 1980's. Scratch and Sniff stickers will always hold a special place in my heart. Sometimes referred to as 'stinky stickers,' or 'smelly stickers,' the mere sight of them bring back nostalgic memories for so many people. So I thought it would be fun to take a little walk down memory lane and see some of these old scratch and sniff stickers from the 1980's. Want to come along? They're all from my own collection!

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FAO SCHWARZ STAY AND PLAY SUITE OPENS AT OMNI BERKSHIRE HOTEL IN NYC

If you're looking for the ultimate holiday overnight experience, look no further! FAO Schwarz has partnered with Omni Berkshire Place to offer the ultimate FAO Suite in New York City!

This amazing hotel suite (packed with toys!) beckons families to stay and play in New York City this holiday season. What kid wouldn't want that?!

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The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2023: Toys, Games, Collectibles and Gift Ideas for All Ages

Are you looking for holiday gift ideas? Do you need to find gifts for boys, girls, tweens, teens, babies, or even the special adults in your life? Well, look no further! The Jersey Momma Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide is here!! This guide features over 100 gift ideas in 14 different categories with something for everyone. Every item in this guide is hand-picked by me and comes with helpful links and photos. Be sure to read my shopping tips at the end of the post and visit my previous holiday gift guides, too.

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6 Fun and Educational Toys That You Need to Check Out

There are so many educational toys on the market that sometimes it's hard to know which ones are the best and which ones are right for your kids. I had a chance to try out some fun new educational toys from different companies over the past few months, so here are my favorite picks to share with you. And just a reminder that no one pays me to tell you this. If I try out a toy and I don't like it, I certainly won't tell you to go buy it. And I try to tap into my inner educator (I was a teacher for over 10 years, you know), as well as my mom radar, to determine what you all might like. So read on for my educational toy picks!

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SPOOKLEY THE SQUARE PUMPKIN JOINS THE TONIES COLLECTION OF CHARACTERS

Are you ready for a spooktacular season? Check out this fun collaboration, just in time for Halloween! Holiday Hill Farm, home of beloved holiday icon Spookley the Square Pumpkin, and tonies®, the world’s largest interactive audio platform for children, announced the first-ever Spookley Tonie! The Spookley Tonie will be available at major retailers and specialty stores across North America, as well as Amazon and tonies.com. Read on for more details!

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FLASHBACK: 20 Fun Finds from Toy Fair New York 2020: TFNY #ToyFairLife

In honor of Toy Fair New York weekend (happening 9/30-10/3), I thought I'd flash back to the last Toy Fair I attended before the pandemic in 2020. Can't wait to experience TFNY 2023 and fill you in on all of my fun finds! Stay tuned!

Toy Fair New York (TFNY) 2020 has come to a close, but there are some fabulous new toy trends and fun finds to share with you. The show itself was certainly one to remember - from superstar Shaquille O'Neal and toy photographer Mitchel Wu's ribbon cutting ceremony, to the dancing Squishmallows cascading around the Javits Center! This was my fifth (or sixth? I can't remember!) year attending the toy industry's biggest event of the year, and I am excited to share my favorite finds with you. Read on to see who won The Jersey Momma's heart and why!

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The Best of Sweet Suite 23: Fun New Toys, Games and More from the Biggest Night of Play

I just returned from The Toy Insider's Sweet Suite 23 in New York City and I have SO much to share with you! This event is one of the best in the industry, and features hot new toys, collectibles, video games, and so much more. Some of the toys are brand new to the market, others are 'coming soon,' and some are sneak peeks of future releases. There are classic favorites, character meet and greets and surprises around every corner. I could spend all day telling you about the show! Alas, I know time is precious, so I rounded-up some of my favorites from Sweet Suite 23 that you can scroll through at your own pace. You can also check out my Instagram or Facebook for more footage. 

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Flashback to My Favorite Toys from The Toy Insider's Sweet Suite 22

The Toy Insider's Sweet Suite 2023 is happening TODAY in New York City! Why not take a walk down memory lane and check out my favorite finds from 2022's Sweet Suite? Stay tuned for my round-up of this year's show, coming soon!

If you follow my social channels you've probably seen me posting about Sweet Suite 22, the hottest toy show of the summer from The Toy Insider! This invite-only event took place in July at beautiful Pier 60 in New York City. There were tables and tables of famous toy companies (and smaller brands, too), featuring toys, collectibles, plushies, and so much more. I love sharing this day with you because I know you can bookmark all of these fun ideas for future birthdays, holidays and special gifts. And if you're a 'Kidult' like me, you can find a few things for yourself, too! Read on for my favorite picks!

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FAO Schwarz Becomes Ultimate Destination for Gabby’s Dollhouse Fans

Do you have a Gabby's Dollhouse Fan at home? If so, I have some exciting news for you! FAO Schwarz, New York City’s most iconic toy store, just announced an exclusive partnership with Universal Products & Experiences to become the ultimate destination for Gabby’s Dollhouse fans this summer. Starting July 1st, FAO Schwarz will be the only retailer to offer Spin Master’s newest playset, the Gabby Cat Friend Ship before it launches globally in August. Fans can also shop an exciting assortment of accessories and toys including Spin Master’s award-winning toy line, Gabby’s Bluetooth Headphones from Kid Designs, Gabby’s Dollhouse Necklace Set from Tara Toy, the My First Puzzle Book by Phidal, Inc. and more. And on July 6th, FAO Schwarz and Rockefeller Center will play host to a free, family-friendly event, GABBY ON THE GO!, a cat-tastic new experience full of fun activities inspired by DreamWorks Animation’s popular animated preschool series on Netflix, Gabby’s Dollhouse. The event will take over Rockefeller Plaza where fans can also enjoy the FAO Schwarz window displays featuring Gabby and friends. 

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Fun Ways to Beat the "Summer Slide"

I'm so excited for summer, aren't you? But at the same time, I know many parents worry about the dreaded 'summer slide,' and losing the educational stimulation that their kids received all year. I found some fun ways to keep kids entertained, stimulated and educated this season; so check out some of my favorite ways to beat the summer slide!

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Top Gift Ideas for Teens and Tweens

Let's face it, teens and tweens can be some of the hardest to buy gifts for. We usually just wind up giving them cash or gift cards, right? But if you're looking for some actual, outside-the-box gift ideas to give your favorite teens and tweens this year, check out what I found. 

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FAO Schwarz Hosts Child Ambassadors for Stop & Shop's Help Cure Childhood Cancer Campaign

This month, FAO Schwarz had the honor of hosting two lovely girls named Freja and Madison for a private tour and shopping experience. Both girls are patients at MSK Kids (Memorial Sloan Kettering's pediatric oncology program) and they're the ambassadors for Stop & Shop's Help Cure Childhood Cancer Campaign. Read on for more details about the program and how you can help.

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Hot New Toys for Spring and Summer: Fun Finds from The Play Date

I recently spent a day in New York City checking out some of the hottest new toys of the season. The Play Date was made possible by The Toy Association, The Toy Book and The Toy Insider (where I once served as a contributor for their Parent Panel!). As a mom, writer, former educator, and proud kidult, I take toys seriously! So I've gathered some of my favorites to share with you in a quick round-up. Stay tuned for my Easter Gift Guide, where I'll share all of my picks for the best baskets ever!!

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