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Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks agoI wasn't sure if my daughter was ready to sleep over at a friend's on her own. I decided to join her.
A parent attended her daughter's first sleepover to ease both her and her friend's anxieties, resulting in a successful experience that led to reciprocal sleepovers between families.
London music
fromBusiness Insider
1 month agoI go clubbing with my 4 daughters in matching outfits. It's got us through hard times.
A Sydney mother and her four adult daughters bond through shared passion for musical theatre, attending nightclubs together in coordinated costumes and finding strength through music during family health crises.
fromBusiness Insider
4 weeks agoI hosted over 140 people at my house for my kids' birthday party. I only spent $800, and everyone had a blast.
While the idea of hundreds of people at my house at first gave me pause, we realized this was the only way to go. We decided to invite all three classrooms, since our kids seem to change their best friends every week. That alone put us at 36 guests, and when I started looking into places that would host a group of kids that large, with a wide range of ages, I realized it would be very expensive.
Parenting
fromBusiness Insider
2 months agoI'm not letting January wreck my social life
This year, I'm making my own celebrations and reaching my peak social potential by hosting at least one dinner party a month, going all out each time. First on my lineup is a Ham Party - I was just gifted a 12-pound hock, so I'm using it as an excuse to gather friends on a Sunday. The invitation I made features a tiny watercolor ham with a bow, the dress code is pink, and I'm serving French 75s and homemade sides.
Food & drink
fromThe Atlantic
2 months agoAgainst Goody Bags
The worst offenders, though, are the goody bags. This year, my kids received them at Valentine's Day, Ramadan, Easter, Halloween, and many birthday parties. Every time they bring one home, they dump its contents on the living-room floor and pick through their treasures with glee. But soon enough, the tiny fire truck has lost its wheels and a fight has broken out over whose Care Bears keychain is cooler, though neither of my children has ever owned a key.
Environment
Gadgets
fromBusiness Insider
2 months agoI'm raising my kids with '90s and retro-style tech. VHS tapes, DVDs, and more are helping us slow down and connect.
Parents introduce '90s analog items—film camera, typewriter, Tin Can phone, VHS and Blockbuster-style movie nights—to balance modern tech and foster kids' independence.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months agoFrom squirrel picnics to penpals, karaoke to crochet: 43 easy ways to lift your spirits
During the pandemic, my husband found some wood on our street and used it to build a tiny, squirrel-sized picnic table. We attached it to the side of our fence with a handful of peanuts on top. Few sights are guaranteed to lift my day more than watching a dining in Nutkin parking its rump on the tiny wooden seat, occasionally glancing towards the house as if he's waiting for you to bring the drinks.
Media industry
Public health
fromIndependent
2 months agoAsking for a friend: I felt amazing and naughty after having my first one-night stand over Christmas. Now I would like to explore having more casual sex safely. Where do I start?
Exploring casual sex after long-term monogamy can feel exciting and unsettling; take cautious, informed steps to stay safe and enjoy new experiences.
Video games
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago30 Things To Keep Your Kids Active And Busy All Day, And Therefore Tired At Night
Durable, recycled-plastic Green Toys pull-behind wagon and a compact Nex Playground Active Play System deliver eco-friendly durability and interactive TV-connected play for kids and adults.
Mindfulness
fromSilicon Canals
1 month agoYou know you're officially middle-aged when these 7 weekend plans sound perfect instead of boring - Silicon Canals
People in their thirties and forties are redefining weekends toward restful, productive mornings—farmers' markets, meal prep, and morning coffee—over late-night socializing.
Relationships
fromBusiness Insider
2 months agoI hosted a dinner party every Saturday in 2025. My husband and I made new friends, ate good food, and got the kids to bed on time.
Hosting weekly Saturday dinners created a reliable social anchor that reduced isolation and rebuilt adult connections despite parenting logistics and limited space.
fromBustle
2 months agoAccording To TikTok, 2026 Is The Year Of Casually Hosting Parties
On TikTok, creator @madelinemariejg said, "Something we need to bring back as a society is having people over to your house." And it doesn't necessarily mean hosting a major party or fancy dinner, either. Instead, the vibe for the new year is all about "inviting people over for tea, for coffee, for lunch," she said, and not making a big deal about it.
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