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It’s a…Baby? Rethinking Gender Reveal Parties
Gender reveal parties are increasingly popular in recent years- and increasingly, facing strong backlash. While some couples fight to one-up each other on social media, others are fighting against gender norms.
Category: Society
First Anniversary Ideas for Busy Couples
So you made it through the wedding and your life has been a whirlwind this first year of marriage. But now your anniversary's snuck up on you. Don't fret! Here's how to celebrate your love, no matter how busy you are.
Category: Marriage
Death Positivity: Changing How We View Mortality
In our deathphobic culture, death is something most people will go out of their way to avoid talking about. Now one group is practicing death wellness, helping people find happiness and confront anxiety about death.
Social Media and Your Wedding: Thoughtful Tips and Perilous Pitfalls
More and more, couples are creatively using social media platforms to share their wedding story. From custom hashtags to picking your platform, here's how to properly utilize social media on your big day.
Category: Wedding Materials
Funeral Etiquette Tips
Attending a funeral is an experience we'll all have to go through at some point. But if you've never been to one, you may not know proper funeral etiquette. Let us break down the do's and don'ts of funerals.
Alternatives to Traditional Christian Baptism
Many new parents baptize their newborn children. But if you aren't religious or don't connect with standard baptism, here are some other alternatives that many couples use to celebrate the arrival of their child.
Category: Baptism
How to Plan a Funeral
After the loss of a loved one, planning a funeral may sound like the last thing you want to do. However, it is something that must be done. Here's how to navigate the specifics and come out on the other side.
Category: Funeral
How to Host a Successful Wedding Shower
If you're having a wedding shower to celebrate your big day, there are a few things you can do to ensure it goes off without a hitch. Proper organization, planning, and time budgeting are crucial to a successful shower.
Category: Engagement
Common Financial Mistakes in Marriage
Would you be shocked to learn that the most common problem for couples is managing their money? Probably not. Unfortunately, there are a few mistakes people keep making. Here's what they are and how to avoid them.
Category: Marriage
How To Take a Family Member’s Addiction Into Consideration When Planning Your Wedding
Are you stressing out over how to balance the bar at your wedding with a family member who is struggling with alcohol addiction? You aren't alone. Here's how to handle this very delicate situation with grace.
Category: Wedding Planning