And Now, There’s a Shortage of . . . Cousins? the “New York Post” says there’s a “shortage” of COUSINS. The idea is that Millennial PARENTS are not having as many kids as they were around growing up. There’s actual data on declining birth rates . . . but the idea is apparently going viral because of a TikTok […]
Here’s a dirty little secret: Parents DO have a favorite child . . . and if you’re wondering if it’s you, maybe you ARE the chosen one. A study analyzed data from over 19,000 participants, and found that parents do treat their children differently . . . and the way they choose their “favorites” is […]
Thanksgiving is almost here! Hopefully you’re looking forward to the festivities, and not dreading it. Most of us just want to avoid conflict. So, here are some tips on how to be a good guest. Someone asked etiquette experts to name the rudest things you can do at Thanksgiving dinner. 1. Using your phone. Sharing […]
If you’re driving more than three or four hours with your kids for Thanksgiving, you might want to break it up into two days . . . because that’s right when you’ll start HATING them. A poll of parents with kids under 12 found “peak stress” hits three-and-a-half hours into traveling. One in eight said […]
The holidays coming up means lots of family infighting. Here are the main topics that can start a fight, and why it might be best to avoid them. A poll found 40% of families deal with “open disagreements” around the holidays. And that’s without factoring in the election. Politics is the #1 topic that can […]
A poll earlier this year found 20% of employers have seen a Gen Z’er bring a PARENT along for a job interview. Is that unprofessional? And are young people really having their parents interview WITH them? Another survey drilled down, and it looks like the answer is . . . not all of them. But […]
A study found parents with kids six and under only get 31 minutes of “me time” a day, on average. Around one in seven said it feels more like ZERO “me time.” Even when you do get time to yourself, it’s hard to relax. 96% said it feels like they’re always “on call.” Here’s how […]
Some parents spend MONTHS deliberating potential baby names. Others pull a name out of thin air the moment the baby arrives. But no matter how it happens, a chunk of parents want a RE-DO. In a new survey, 9% of mothers admit that they’ve regretted the name they gave their child. And 10% say their […]
Mascot fears, backwards pants, Father’s Day gifts, PLUS Ashley Anderson and Ramona’s Reality Room, on a Thursday edition of The Morning Mix with Matt and Liz.
If these names sounds familiar, they should . . . The Social Security Administration released its annual list of the most popular baby names in the U.S. . . . and the top two AGAIN this year are Olivia and Liam. Olivia has been the top girls’ name five years running, and Liam has topped […]
It’s National Walk Your Dog Day . . . so if you only do it once a year, today’s the day. (???) Seriously though, here’s why getting lazy and skipping those walks might be a bigger deal than you think. “The Washington Post” just did a big story about how skipping walks can “significantly affect your dog’s emotional and […]
In the middle of winter, it can feel like all you do is WORK. There’s the job that you get paid for . . . and the job, at home, that you DON’T. A new survey asked people to put a PRICE on all the chores they do . . . both around the house, […]