Sleep. It’s something we all need, but we can’t seem to get enough of it. Between the busy-ness of our everyday lives and the pandemic, many of us treat sleep as a luxury, not a necessity. When we think about healthy living, diet and exercise are the first things that come to mind. And sleep … well, that tends to get pushed down on the priority list. But when we don’t get enough shut-eye, it has a negative ripple effect on all aspects of our lives: Less energy, more stress, the list goes on and on....

The start-studded turnout includes Anthony Anderson, Annaleigh Ashford, Awkwafina, Angela Bassett, Adrien Brody, Stephen Colbert, Jennifer Coolidge, Misty Copeland, Kaley Cuoco, Michael Douglas, Ava DuVernay, Beanie Feldstein, America Ferrera, Sterlin Harjo, Taraji P. Henson, Ken Jeong, Mindy Kaling, Gayle King, Vanessa Lachey, LL COOL J, Dan Levy, Eugene Levy, Jessica Long, Annie Murphy, Catherine O’Hara, Dolly Parton, Sarah Paulson, Jada Pinkett-Smith, Amy Poehler, Ellen Pompeo, Billy Porter, Mj Rodriguez, Seth Rogen, Tracee Ellis Ross, Yara Shahidi, Hailee Steinfeld, Patrick Stewart, Wilmer Valderrama, Kerry Washington, Rita Wilson, D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Bowen Yang, and Catherine Zeta-Jones....

As the Queen celebrates her platinum jubilee, join us on our exploration of 22 royal etiquette rules. Royal Etiquette Rules When the queen stands up you must immediately stand as well. It’s a grave breach of protocol to remain sitting while the queen stands. When the queen has finished eating, so have you. So eat quickly! Just kidding, the queen usually makes sure all her guests are finished eating before she lays down her knife and fork....

With the Flintstones and Sesame Street making their debut in the ’60s, there are plenty of fun character costumes. Rock and Roll was going strong with Beatlemania ever-present. Among men, the mop top hairdo was all the rage with the afro as a close second. Neil Armstrong was the first astronaut to touch foot on the moon, making astronaut costumes also a great choice for ’60s-inspiration. Whether you choose to dress as a hippie, astronaut, rocker or baseball player, there are plenty of choices that represent the 1960s....

What can you expect when shopping at Wayfair? Buying products online sight-unseen can always be a bit of a gamble, and while you can’t guarantee you’ll be getting your dream couch or the perfect mattress when shopping at Wayfair, you can guarantee that there are plenty of safeguards in place to ensure an easy shopping (and, if necessary, returning) experience. Wayfair offers free shipping for purchases $35 and over unless an item is otherwise marked as qualifying for free shipping....

Several months back, Kylie posted an olive oil cake with her slice removed. The slice triggered thousands of comments, as it was more of a “sliver” than a slice. Most slices reach the center of the cake but this “slice” left the center completely untouched. She decided to have fun with the mocking and then revealed her next cut, which was a small circle cut just to the side of the slice and then people really lost it....

For pumpkin spice people, fall is all about one flavor profile—pumpkin spice (a mixture of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice and occasionally cloves). They love it in lattes, cookies, cakes, breads and the occasional pie. It’s everywhere. The first pumpkin spice latte (or simply PSL, to the fans) was brewed by Starbucks employee Peter Dukes and his team in 2003, in a lab at the Starbucks Support Center in the coffee giant’s hometown of Seattle....

When you gift a subscription box service, a new box full of goodies arrives at your recipient’s doorstep every month for as long as you choose—depending on your holiday shopping budget, of course. Subscription boxes are gifts that keeps on giving, long after the holidays have passed. Check out some of the best subscription boxes for women, men, teens, kids, dogs and more that you can give this season!...

From Converse sneakers and Native slip-ons to Hunter rain boots and Birkenstock sandals, we’ve rounded up the top-rated toddler shoes that will keep your kid running, splashing and partying in comfort and style. Keep on reading to explore the 26 shoes that will have your toddler’s feet covered in winter, spring, summer or fall. Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience. When you make a purchase on an item seen on this page, we may earn a commission, however, all picks are independently chosen unless otherwise mentioned....

Enter the Ninja Creami, one of the latest gadgets in the Ninja family that’s a do-it-all ice cream maker, smoothie master, sorbet crafter and gelato genius. Ninja is also the brand behind the Ninja Foodi that has literally become a household name. The Creami is their latest gadget loved by busy families who want to create frozen treats at home but don’t have hours to do so. And these 27 best Ninja Creami recipes will help you do just that....

When is Juneteenth? Juneteenth 2022 takes place on Sunday, June 19th. What is Soul Food? Although this style of cooking has taken on many different identities, its roots are grounded in the good ol’ south! Soul food is a style of cooking that was born from the enslaved people having to get creative and cook what they had available to them. This’s part of the reason it’s called soul food—soul food dishes are always made with an abundance of flavor and a lot of love....

All these healthy BBQ side dishes are easy to make ahead and take with you wherever you go. While some should stay chilled for best results, many can be enjoyed at room temperature, giving you plenty of time to fire up the grill once all of the sides are prepared. What Healthy Sides Go With BBQ Chicken, Steak & Fish? potato saladveggie skewersmayo-free slawcorn on the cobsummer salads Healthy BBQ Side Dishes Great make-ahead side dishes like these are great if you’re preparing sides for a crowd because they leave plenty of time to enjoy the barbecue and not stress about the food....

You can use Etsy’s search bar and input “[insert hobby, interest, etc.] personalized ornament” and find a match. Not sure where to start or need something to appeal to a group with a lot of different tastes? Fret not! We’ve rounded up the best general Etsy personalized Christmas ornaments here to make shopping and decorating a breeze. Here at Parade.com, we’re all about sharing products we love with our audience....

We didn’t even realize Halloween-themed bar carts were a thing until we started clicking around on Instagram. Then again, everything is a thing. If you’re Hocus Pocus-obsessed, see the humor in a smiling skeleton, and obviously, appreciate good booze, click through the gallery to get some Halloween bar cart inspo. From Instagram user @paigecoleperry. From Instagram user @penatori. From Instagram user @scscurlock. From Instagram user @erinbhoover. From Instagram user @minnieandmama....

Planning the Perfect Thanksgiving Menu Thanksgiving menus are all about balance and indulgence—a mixture of healthy foods, comfort foods and traditional foods and how many people will be enjoying the delicious creations. A heaping spoonful of vegetables should be offset with a creamy bite of macaroni and cheese. Consider expanding your vision of what that macaroni and cheese could look like. There are so many great takes on this classic recipe and it’s worth exploring the versions to prepare for your Thanksgiving spread....

Easter Memes 1. Don’t feel bad for staying home this Easter. 2. Easter 2020 (and, for most of us, also 2021) in a meme. 3. Hey, whatever makes you feel confident. 4. Ew! 5. Drake and Josh fans are giggling. 6. A classic. 7. Let your freak flag fly this Easter! 8. What happens when bunnies are so cute you just want to eat them up! 9. We love an encore....

Martha Stewart’s Balsamic-Marinated Hanger Steak Along with flank steak, hanger has big flavor at a lower price point than a high-end cut. It just takes a few hours of marinating to get it ready for the grill. A basic marinade like this one has three components: an acid, an oil, and seasonings. We chose balsamic vinegar for its mellow sweetness, and fresh garlic and plenty of cracked black pepper for a kick....

4th of July History On July 2, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of declaring independence from Great Britain. The Declaration of Independence was officially adopted two days later, marked by the ringing of the Liberty Bell at Independence Hall in Philadelphia. At the time, John Adams believed that July 2, not July 4, would be the date remembered by history. “The Second Day of July 1776, will be the most memorable Epocha, in the History of America,” Adams wrote in a letter to his wife on July 3 of that year....

Carrots are a crunchy, sweet veggie that was likely a staple in your lunchbox growing up. These days, they may be more of a crudité, or a vessel for hummus or ranch dressing in your diet. But you might want to start munching on them more, because they’re total nutritional powerhouses. “The carrot is a root vegetable, typically orange in color, though purple, black, red, white, and yellow carrots exist,” says Grace Derocha, RDN, CDCES, MBA, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and National Spokesperson for The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics....

From classic board games—like Monopoly, Candy Land, and Trouble—to new games—like Exploding Kittens, What Do You Meme?, and Codenames—there are tons of great family board game options that will make your next game night a success. Whether you’re looking for a quick and easy board game—like the 30-minute Ticket to Ride game—that won’t drag out on school nights, or an interactive family-friendly game that’ll get everyone laughing—like Pie Face, where you could get pied in the face with a plate full of whipped cream—this gallery of the 50 best family board games is for you....