Send us a text This week, we’re talking about the mental load of gift giving — and how to make it meaningful without the guilt, pressure, or drama. From the emotional labor of shopping, wrapping, and remembering everyone’s favorites, to the art of giving gifts that actually land, we’re sharing our best hits (and a few epic misses — looking at you, “urine-be-gone”). We’ll walk through ideas for gifts that say “I see you” — from Fair Play bundles to self-care packages, stress-free travel plans,...
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Send us a text This week, we’re talking about the mental load of gift giving — and how to make it meaningful without the guilt, pressure, or drama. From the emotional labor of shopping, wrapping, and remembering everyone’s favorites, to the art of giving gifts that actually land, we’re sharing our best hits (and a few epic misses — looking at you, “urine-be-gone”). We’ll walk through ideas for gifts that say “I see you” — from Fair Play bundles to self-care packages, stress-free travel plans,...
Dad's First Time in Charge: Birthday Party Mental Load Recap
The Mental Load Chronicles
27 minutes
1 month ago
Dad's First Time in Charge: Birthday Party Mental Load Recap
Send us a text In this episode of The Mental Load Chronicles, we dive into what happened when Dad took full responsibility for planning our son’s birthday party—for the very first time. From scrambling for contact info and navigating RSVPs, to forgotten candles, late-night Target runs, and the chaos of seven laser-tag-hyped kids, we unpack the invisible labor that goes into pulling off a “simple” birthday party. You’ll hear what surprised him, what felt easier than expected, and where the big...
The Mental Load Chronicles
Send us a text This week, we’re talking about the mental load of gift giving — and how to make it meaningful without the guilt, pressure, or drama. From the emotional labor of shopping, wrapping, and remembering everyone’s favorites, to the art of giving gifts that actually land, we’re sharing our best hits (and a few epic misses — looking at you, “urine-be-gone”). We’ll walk through ideas for gifts that say “I see you” — from Fair Play bundles to self-care packages, stress-free travel plans,...
