In The News: Media Mentions and Speaking Engagements
Trusted by families — and the press
From national parenting publications to local Staten Island and NYC news, Happy Day Play is a go-to source on childhood development, family connection, parenting, and more — all grounded in family science, not guesswork.
Founder Kaitlynn Blyth is available for expert commentary & interviews.
As Featured and Quoted In
Recently Quoted In:
Mom Thought Toddler’s Dinosaur Obsession Was Sweet—Then the Incidents Began, Newsweek
Published Oct 31, 2026
Experts Rate 9 Popular Kids’ Shows—Which Ones Are the Best?, Parents
Published Sept 28, 2026
Slow TV for Kids: A Data-Driven Analysis of the Most Popular Children’s Shows, SmartMove
Published Sept 13, 2026
The Default Parent & The Invisible Labor of Motherhood, Funktasy Magazine and Music Group
Published August 30, 2026
Trust Me, Here Are 10 Things To Do To Get Ready To Become An Empty Nester, Scary Mommy
Published August 3, 2026
The Benefits of Multi-Generational Homes: Why So Many Families Are Choosing This Option, Moms Who Think
Published July 17, 2026
A Healthy Sex Life After Kids Is Possible — Here’s What Experts Recommend You Do, HuffPost
Published July 10, 2026
A Health *** Life After Kids Is Possible — Here’s What Experts Recommend You Do, AOL
Published July 10, 2026
How to Prevent Summer Learning Loss: 10 Proven Tips for Parents in 2026, Brighterly
Published July 7, 2026
Best Brain Breaks for Kids: Benefits and 30+ Easy Examples, Brighterly
Published June 9, 2026
Family Science 5: Research & Researchers in the Media in May 2026, NCFR
Published June 1, 2026
Is Your Teen Ready for Rideshare? What Parents Should Consider, AAA
Published May 27, 2026
The $1 Apple That Changed How One Mom’s Kids Tell the Truth, Newsweek
Published May 26, 2026
Wake Windows by Age: How to Time Baby’s Sleep Just Right, The Bump
Published May 14, 2026
Who Gets to Call Themselves a ‘Mom’?, Newsweek
Published May 10, 2026
How a Family Events Founder Built a Profile That Converts, MyOrbit
Published April 13, 2026
Summer Nanny Pay Rates: How Much Can You Expect to Make as a Summer Nanny?, Care.com
Published Mar 26, 2026
Building Strong Minds & Bodies: Programs That Help Young Children Thrive | Featuring Kaitlynn Blyth, The Closing Table Podcast
Published Feb 14, 2026
NYC parents would not enroll kids in public schools in Mamdani’s Education Department ends kindergarten gifted and talented program: survey, amNewYork
Published Feb 3, 2026
When One Small Moment Becomes Your Calling with Kaitlynn Blyth, Founder of Happy Day Play, Community Made by GWC
Published Nov 19, 2025
Staten Island families enjoy free Fall Harvest Festival at Bernikow JCC, SILive.com
Published Sept 7, 2025
Teaching Toddlers Their Colors in a Fun, Interactive Way, Pillar CoWork
Published Aug 27, 2025
Mommy & Me Fun Across New Jersey, NJ Kids On the Go
Published June 11, 2025
Thanksgiving weekend fun on Staten Island: Free ‘Moana 2’ kids event at Alamo Drafthouse, SILive.com
Published Nov 29, 2024
Thousands of Staten Islanders attend the JCC’s Fall Harvest Festival, SILive.com
Published Sept 12, 2024
Happy Day Play, Episode 77 Season 4, Highlighting Staten Island
Published Feb 15, 2024
Where family fun and early education meet; Happy Day Play launches Staten Island classes, SILive.com
Published Dec 7, 2023
More than 1K attend JCC’s third annual Fall Harvest Festival, SILive.com
Published Sept 17, 2023
Coming Soon! Grown Up and Me Programs Coming to the JCC, SI Parent Magazine
Published Sept 1, 2023
10 Best Crafts for Kids in 2023, BestProducts.com
Published Jun 24, 2023
Speaking & Workshops
Kaitlynn Blyth speaks to parents, educators, and community groups on childhood development, family connection, entrepreneurship and more — from parent workshops to small events, panels and conferences.
