Party Like A Mother

Mom, You Need to Party

We, as moms, think of parties as an obligation. Mostly kid-type events we attend that eats away at our weekends. Tit for tat, we must attend theirs, or they won't participate in yours. Some are more fun and meaningful like a friend or family members baby shower (we go for the Mimosa Bar). When you have kids, you become consumed by their events, but when was the last time you took time for you and your Girl Squad?

Friends or Kriend?

What’s a kriend? It is what we call mom’s we meet through our kids. Sometimes we assume the parents in your kids' circle are your friends, because you see familiar faces at all the parties, sporting event, or class functions. But the truth is that is not the universe putting you together to really bond (if it happens excellent), that's the school pulling a name out of a hat.

It's so important to keep touch with those and more importantly connect with friends (if they are family, even better) on an ongoing basis. You deserve it, also seeing each other once a month is fine, you can keep up to date on day to day or week to week updates through social media.

Leave the mom guilt at the door, because you are the only one who can care for your mind, body, and soul and if that isn't a bit balanced and in check, then you can’t be your best for everyone else who are depending on you. Most importantly, it gives you something to look forward to that is just yours.

Self Love Challenge

Let's challenge all the women we know: stay at home moms, work from home, corporate moms (work dinners three times a week with colleagues DO NOT COUNT), and mompreneurs. Let’s take a 3-month challenge, and get your squad together to meet. At the very least, do it once a month, put it on the schedule and treat it as doctor appointment, it’s immovable.

I promise after three months you will realize how much you not only need it, but enjoy it and look forward to it. Here are some fun ideas to get this challenge started for you and your squad.

Watch Party

Watch parties are great to bring your squad together. No matter if it's an Oldie but Goodie Movie Night, Newly released PPV, Real Housewives Season Finale, Oscar Watch Party, or Little Big Lies we can always find something that we love to watch. We get we could be doing more productive things, but we somehow know it is the food for our soul and makes us all warm and fuzzy inside.

This isn't a sit-down dinner kind of dinner party. Depending on the length, have everyone bring an appetizer or take turns. Everyone gets to show off their favorite little culinary specialty, and the person hosting won't have to clean AND cook. Have one person bring a dessert. We love this showstopping 3-D Marilyn Monroe Cake. If you're in the Champaign, Illinois area contact her at carissa.thomas1972@gmail.com to have your fantastic cake at your next Movie Party.

Ladies who Lunch/Brunch

Nothing is better than brunch. Keep in mind brunch is defined as between breakfast and lunch, a two-fer, two birds, one rock. Most associate it with Sunday, but it can really be any day of the week. From an outdoor place setting to dressing up and meeting up at a favorite restaurant, so you leave the cooking to someone else, it's a beautiful treat to know you can sneak away for a couple hours and relax. Let's also get "Linner" trending, combing Lunch and Dinner, you're welcome moms. Check out out favorite Brunch Ideas here.

Tea party

This is a bit posh, but who doesn't love a summer dress, a nice cup of tea and delicious finger sandwiches? Coupled with a beautiful table setting, you can cover any topic, favorite book you are reading or favorite new life-saving app. If you want to kick it up a notch, try an Alice In Wonderland Theme to showcase your sense of humor. Get some inspiration for a great Tea Party here.

Wine Tasting

Rose All Day Party. Get your Wine, cheese, crackers, fruit all equals a sexy charcuterie board. This is a great way to share new wines and pairings. Just make sure we are all responsible, and we have designated rides home. But let your hair down and have a good laugh with friends. Check out our favorite wine tasting parties here.

CBD Party

A CBD Spa Party was Kim Kardashians last baby shower! Introduce your friends to the world of CBD topicals and spa product that are providing new relief and healing to millions. You can now find CBD in creams, shampoos, skincare and there is a ton science to back up its claim on how wonderful these oils and lotions are. Click here for the article cover Kim (yeah, because we are that close) Shower.

Game & Appetizer Party

Nothing will get people out of their comfort zone and everyone smiling like playing games. It sounds cheeky, but we kind of long for it. I'm not talking Twister or Chess, but there are a ton of funny games to play that will crack the entire group up. One of our favorites is Heads Up, an Ellen favorite. Its an app, all you need is your phone, and you will laugh, guaranteed. Click here for other great ideas

Farmers Market/Food Mall Field Trip

Food Malls and Indoor and Outdoor Farmers Markets are some of the best outing experiences with your squad. They are quaint; usually, you can find something fresh and new you want to try, fantastic ambiance, experience getting out and going somewhere. Most places have a place to grab a quick bit or eat along the way. All you have to do it google it and you will be surprised how many options you have. This is also a wonderful fall activity when it is a bit cooler and every mom welcomes backs jeans and riding boots.

Now Go For It!

So now that you have some ideas, the question is, will you do it? Invest in yourself, just do it, no "thank you" required. You will feel immediately better and excited and looking forward to your next adventure.

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Kid's Party Themes for 2019, The Movie Edition

Parents love kids movies just as much as the kids and in 2019 there a lot of family friendly movies to get excited about. And guess what? Blockbuster kid’s movies set party trends for the year.

In our first post, we highlighted kid’s birthday party trends for the year and below we’ve rounded up our predictions of kids party trends: the Movie Edition. These movie party trends are based on original movies, or resurrected stories based on a sequel. So whether you are a professional party planner or designated party planner for the family (aka MOM) here's the information you need to get the party started!

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Movie Themed Kids Parties in 2019

Friday, May 10th

image: Warner Bros.

Detective Pikachu  Holy Pokemon- who saved all their cards? The only thing Moms need to know is Ryan Reynolds is in it. You’re Welcome. And here’s a link to our Pokemon Birthday Party Pinterest Board.

Friday, May 24th

image: Disney

Aladdin This looks like a fun movie! Will Smith plays the Genie and Naomi Scott as Princess Jasmine- This is a tripleheader for Party Themes 1) Arabian Nights Party  2) Aladdin Theme 3) Princess Party featuring Jasmine or all princesses. See our Alladin Party Pinterest Board for all the movie party ideas!

Friday, June 7th

image: 20th Century Fox (movie poster)

Dark Phoenix- This is my Vegas bet: most of us just met this character in Endgame, but if you are a true fan, you knew about her all along. We are obsessed with Girl Power, and we think like Disney Princess Parties, we hope to see more female superhero parties!

Get inspired for your Dark Phoenix movie party here.

image: Universal Studios

The Secret Life of Pets 2  The Secret Life of Pets 2, is the highly anticipated sequel to the 2016 comedic blockbuster that had the biggest opening weekend ever for an original film, animated or otherwise. We’ve rounded up some great ideas for a Secret Life of Pets movie birthday party here.

Friday, June 21st

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Toy Story 4 How can you not love this animated series of Buzz Lightyear and Woody! Not only will Toy story be a hit, we’ll see an uptick in barn yard animal parties and character-specific inspired themes like  cowboy themes parties (Woody) and space parties (for Buzz Lightyear). Here’s our Pinterest board for a Toy Story 4 birthday party.

Tuesday, July 2nd

image: Columbia Pictures

Spider-Man: Far From Home It’s the gift that keeps giving, Spiderman is one of the most popular party themes. Check out our Pinterest Page for Sensational Spidey Party Ideas to make you look like a Superhero. https://www.pinterest.com/lyfetymes/spiderman-birthday-party/

Friday, July 19th

The Lion King  Can you believe its been 25 years since the original film was released? This looks amazing. We think not only will this be a Kids Party Sensation, but we will see an increase in Safari and Jungle Themes Parties and will cross over to Baby Showers and Birth Announcements (Nothing is funnier than seeing parents parity this image of holding Simba). https://www.pinterest.com/lyfetymes/lion-king-birthday-party-ideas/

Friday, August 9th

Dora and the Lost City of Gold  Anyone with kids graduating, do you remember Dora the Explorer animated series on Nickelodeon? The song still rings in our heads sometimes! As an unanimated series, it still promises to be a ton of fun. We predict it could revitalize the animated series and open the fantastic Dora to younger fans and little girls to go on adventures with her.

We expect Dora themes parties; Jungle themed parties and adventure and experience based parties with things that include maps and scavenger hunts. Check them out https://www.pinterest.com/lyfetymes/dora-the-explorer-birthday-party/

Friday, August 16th

image: Columbia Pictures

The Angry Birds Movie 2 – The sensation that swept the nation! The Angry Birds are back in the sequel to the biggest mobile game of all time! Angry Birds 2 starts a new era of slingshot gameplay. See some of our favorite Angry Bird Parties here. https://www.pinterest.com/lyfetymes/angry-birds-party/

image: FILM HOLDING – MORGEN PRODUCTION Licensed by PLAYMOBIL

PLAYMOBIL  We have all seen their toys in Walmart, etc. This is the first big-screen animated adventure for the iconic toy brand, looking to kickstart a cinematic franchise. They have some charismatic characters and trust me; they will be making a play to win your child's heart. Follow us for all things PLAYMOBILE Parties on Pinterest. https://www.pinterest.com/lyfetymes/playmobil/

Friday, November 8th

image: Paramount Pictures

Sonic the Hedgehog   Sonic is a video game franchise produced by Sega centering on a series of high-speed platform games. Typically, Sonic must stop antagonist Doctor Eggman's plans for world domination, often helped by his friends, such as Tails, Amy, and Knuckles. This movie may resonate with older kids that are just getting into gaming. Check out Party Inspirations here. https://www.pinterest.com/lyfetymes/sonic-birthday-parties/

Friday, November 22nd

image: Disney

Frozen 2 – Well, Hell just froze over for parents everywhere. We love Elsa; she is part of the family. LITERALLY. And at least Disney was kind enough to release in the winter. It is so popular we add every day to our Frozen Board on Pinterest which is awwwweeeesssoommmee.

Friday, December 20th

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker  Star wars is always a great party theme because there is a shared love of the old and new characters that spans generations in families. From very specific Star Wars Fan Parties (down to the food detail) to incorporating Space Party ideas, follow us on Pinterest for our Star Wars party ideas so great you will feel like the force is with you!

That’s a wrap! Hope You enjoyed our lineups. Release dates may change, we share the most up to date information posted by the production studios. Want to party with us? Sign up for our newsletter for best celebration trends, Ideas, and giveaways in the sidebar —->>>.

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