If you're throwing your child a birthday party and aren't quite sure where to start, take it from us: you can anchor an entire party theme around an awesome cake [1]. From superheros and favourite TV characters to animals and doughnuts, there's a themed cake out there than can inspire the rest of your child's party — just add a few matching decorations and voila!

Check out some of our favourite kiddo birthday cakes [2] that make for great overall party themes ahead.