Press Center
Discover the latest news, stories, and media coverage from Playhouse MD — where pediatric care meets play.
BEST INVENTIONS 2025
TIME: Playhouse MD Named a Best Invention of 2025
TIME recognized Playhouse MD’s Light-Up Nasal Bulb as one of the Best Inventions of 2025, spotlighting the brand’s mission to make pediatric care less intimidating and more imaginative. With its glow-in-the-dark design, the device helps kids feel brave — and parents feel empowered.
BUSINESS & BRAND STORY
Forbes: How Playhouse MD Is Bringing the Power of Play to Kids’ Healthcare
Forbes spotlights Playhouse MD’s mission to reimagine children’s health through play. Created by a pediatrician and a toy maker, the brand is pioneering a new approach to wellness—where medicine time feels less like a chore and more like an adventure.
PRESS FEATURE
Playhouse MD Brings a Playful Twist to Children’s Health Products
As seen on Mother.ly: Playhouse MD transforms routine care into joyful moments. Designed by a toy maker and a pediatrician, their products help parents make medicine time less stressful—and a little more fun.
BUSINESS MILESTONE
Yahoo! Finance: Playhouse MD Expands with Amazon and McKesson
Yahoo! Finance announced Playhouse MD’s nationwide launch through Amazon and McKesson — a major milestone marking the brand’s next phase of growth. By pairing pediatric expertise with playful design, Playhouse MD is redefining how families access and experience children’s healthcare products.
GIFT GUIDE FEATURE
Good Housekeeping: Playful Wellness Gifts New Parents Adore
Named by Good Housekeeping among the year’s best baby shower gifts, Playhouse MD’s whimsical yet practical health tools make caring for little ones simpler and sweeter. A perfect blend of design, function, and fun for modern families.
PARENTING SOLUTIONS
BuzzFeed: Problem-Solving Products Parents Actually Love
BuzzFeed calls out Playhouse MD’s Booger Buddy as a clever fix for baby messes. Designed with comfort and playfulness in mind, these tools help turn everyday parenting “ew” moments into “aww” moments.
SOCIAL IMPACT FEATURE
Making Pediatric Care Less Scary and More Fun
Causeartist highlights Playhouse MD’s mission to transform how kids experience healthcare. By turning moments of discomfort into playful interactions, the brand empowers parents to nurture wellness with empathy and imagination.
EDITOR’S PICK
Mom.com: Editors Love Playhouse MD’s Whimsical Health Tools
Mom.com names Playhouse MD one of its top August picks, praising the brand’s clever designs that help parents care for little ones with confidence and creativity. Medicine time just got a lot more magical.
NEW PARENT ESSENTIALS
BuzzFeed: The Butterfly Medicine Dispenser That Game-ifies Medicine Time
BuzzFeed highlights Playhouse MD’s Butterfly Medicine Dispenser as a genius way to game-ify medicine time and avoid tantrums. Described as “this cute gadget that is sure to have them asking for their next dose (or at least not pulling out their latent martial arts skills on you).”
DESIGN & INNOVATION PARTNERSHIP
IDEO and Playhouse MD Co-Create the Future of Kids’ Healthcare
IDEO’s case study spotlights the early partnership that brought Playhouse MD to life. Together, the design firm and founders combined clinical insight with play-based design to reimagine children’s healthcare.
BABY HEALTH ESSENTIALS
What to Expect: Best Bulb Nasal Aspirator With Light
What to Expect names Playhouse MD the “Best Bulb Nasal Aspirator With Light”, calling it a game-changing pick that turns stuffy-nose care into a stress-free and even fun experience for parents and babies alike.
SHOPPING & DEALS
The Bump: Playhouse MD Featured in Best Baby Deals
The Bump highlights Playhouse MD as a top pick for parents looking for wellness tools that deliver value, function, and kid-friendly joy during Black Friday and beyond.
GIFT GUIDE
Good Housekeeping: A Standout Baby Gift for Wellness Joy
Good Housekeeping recommends Playhouse MD as a thoughtful, practical, and beautifully designed gift—perfect for new parents who want health tools little ones actually enjoy using.
All the ways to partner with us
Become a Playhouse MD Brand Ambassador
Are you a playful parent, creator, or community builder who loves sharing products that make families smile? We’re looking for brand ambassadors who want to spread the word about Playhouse MD and collaborate on fun, creative campaigns. If you’re ready to bring more joy to kids’ healthcare, we’d love to hear from you!
Join the Playhouse MD Affiliate Program
Help parents everywhere discover playful healthcare products, and earn money while you do it! Perfect for parenting bloggers, healthcare advocates, and creators who believe in turning care into play.
Join the Playhouse Healthcare Providers Network
Are you a pediatrician, nurse, or child healthcare professional passionate about making doctor visits less scary for kids? Join our HCP Network and collaborate with us to reimagine pediatric care. From product testing and usability feedback to advocacy and innovation, your insights can help shape the future of kids’ healthcare