Oct. 21, 2024 

Sleepovers! Are they a fun childhood ritual or a parent’s worst nightmare? Perhaps both! This week we’re sharing guidelines every parent should check out before sending kids out for an overnighter, as well as some thoughts on keeping your romantic relationship strong in the not-so-sexy era of diaper duty. And if you’re getting ready for a cozy family movie night, be sure to take a look at our roundup of 13 spooky (but not too spooky) Halloween movies that are perfect for a blustery evening in.

— Kristin Leong, senior editor