Free Pancakes for a Good Cause... or Just Stay Home and Make 'Em Yourself

Pancakes are a favorite toddler breakfast. R Stanek / Flickr

Tuesday is National Pancake Day. I can tell you with 100% certainty what I'm going to be doing: standing in my kitchen making pancakes. I don't need a special day. If you don't plan on standing over a hot griddle, however, you have options, folks. IHOP is giving away free pancakes from 7 a.m. until 10 a.m. and in return, they're hoping you'll make a donation while you're there to benefit the Children's Miracle Network.

A lot of folks turn out for this, so if you're heading out with toddlers in tow, be forewarned. It can be a long line and big crowds. And, just like I don't need a special day to make pancakes, the Children's Miracle Network doesn't need a special day to receive your donation. They'll take it any day you're willing to give it.

Need some inspiration for your homegrown pancake day celebration? Give these toddler-friendly pancake recipes a try. Whether you make them at home or eat 'em at IHOP, your toddler will enjoy.