Westend61/Getty Images In his classic tragedy Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare wrote, "What’s in a name?" And as it turns out… quite a lot. More than ever, we live in a world that puts an exceeding amount of pressure on the decisions new parents make now for the future of children tomorrow. While some of these decisions seem inconsequential, others feel highly charged. According to a study by the investment platform eToro, one specific decision might predict your child’s financial stability, earning capability, and overall success: their name. No pressure, right? The study analyzed 12 million of eToro’s registered users...
Sorry, Grandparents — You Aren't Entitled To See Your Grandkids
SolStock/Getty Images Gonna hold your hand while I say this… but you aren’t entitled to see the grandkids just because you’re the grandparents. And I’m not obligated to bring the kids to your house either. Harsh? Sure, but before you freak out, hear me out. I do want my parents and in-laws to have a great relationship with my kids, and I am committed to making sure we see each side of the family multiple times a year. What I’m talking about is the f*cking time ledger. When I saw the reel by Kristen Knutson, aka the best impersonation of...
This Dolly Parton & The Wiggles Collab Is What We Deserve
Whether you have big kids, little kids, or a mixture, you’ve heard of The Wiggles. And if you’ve been on this planet for more than two seconds, you’ve heard of our savior Dolly Parton. Both Dolly and The Wiggles have been a balm for millions — from listening to The Wiggles songs on repeat to get you through the day as a stay-at-home parent to blasting Dolly on the most epic road trip of your life — so it makes sense the two powerhouses would collaborate. On their forthcoming album Wiggle Up, Giddy Up!, the all-star Wiggles worked on two...
Melanie Lynskey On 'Yellowjackets' S3 & Parenting With Jason Ritter
On the day Melanie Lynskey and I are set to meet, there is a downpour in Los Angeles. It’s not just the rain everyone’s been praying for since the fires, but a full-scale weather event. It will end in mudslides that shut down a section of Highway 1, but for now, we’re still in the realm of the comically absurd — rivers of water coming down so hard and loud that you can’t help but laugh. When I see Melanie get out of her car and dart through the deluge in a calf-length tomato-red puffer jacket, I join her in...