As the New Year approaches, Netflix is once again stepping in to help parents navigate the challenges of celebrating with young children. It’s a well-known fact that parenting sometimes requires a touch of creativity—or, shall we say, a little white lie. Whether it’s about the tooth fairy’s flu or the Santa sightings, we all engage in harmless fabrications. Enter Netflix’s timely “New Year’s Eve is at 7:30 PM” tradition, a delightful ruse that has become a parental favorite.
For the fourth consecutive year, Netflix is offering a solution for weary moms and dads who dread trying to keep a toddler awake until midnight. Starting now, parents can access a selection of countdown videos designed to trick their little ones into thinking they’ve celebrated the New Year—perfect for those with early bedtimes. By simply searching “New Year’s Eve Countdown” or “Countdown,” families can find a variety of options featuring popular characters like Larva and True from The Rainbow Kingdom, along with others.
To access these countdown videos, parents can find them in the Kids’ section of Netflix by clicking on the 2018 icon. (Just a heads-up: if you search “countdown,” be careful not to select the movie titled “Countdown,” as it begins with a rather grim premise that’s definitely not suitable for young viewers.)
Here’s the lineup of animated countdown partners for the evening:
- Beat Bugs
- Skylander’s Academy
- All Hail King Julian
- Trollhunters
- True and The Rainbow Kingdom
- Word Party
- Pororo The Little Penguin
- Puffin Rock
- Larva
No parent wants to survive an extra four hours with a cranky child who is convinced they must witness a countdown they don’t quite grasp. By 8 PM, when most parents typically play these countdown videos, why not celebrate early? This allows for a peaceful evening, and perhaps even a short nap before the real festivities commence. Plus, it might just save you from the inevitable chaos of soothing your pet who’s hiding under the couch from fireworks.
While the joy of New Year’s Eve may transform after becoming a parent, Netflix offers a charming way to welcome the new year while prioritizing a child’s bedtime. So this year, enjoy the night in style, which might just mean dozing off to the calming voice of a familiar host while your little ones are already fast asleep.
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In summary, Netflix’s New Year’s Eve countdown provides a clever way for parents to enjoy the night without the stress of keeping their children awake past bedtime. With a variety of animated options, families can celebrate early while ensuring a peaceful transition into the new year.