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- February 18, 2025
February 18, 2025

Move over, confetti cannons—expecting parents are taking their big reveal to the luxury aisle. Think Dior instead of diaper cakes. One viral moment has the internet divided: genius or just another over-the-top flex? More on this wild trend in today’s Snippets.👇

Money Moves: Warren Buffett’s Best Advice for Your Wallet
Newborn Visitors: Handle With Care (and Boundaries)
Slow Cooker Magic: Dinner’s on, You’re Off
FINANCES

Buffett’s Billion-Dollar Wisdom.
Warren Buffett isn’t just a billionaire—he’s the billionaire when it comes to smart investing and money management. The Oracle of Omaha has been outpacing the S&P 500 since 1965, and when he speaks, people listen. The best part? His advice isn’t just for Wall Street pros—it’s perfect for the middle class, too.
💰 Pay Yourself First
Buffett’s golden rule: Save before you spend. Instead of waiting to see what’s left at the end of the month, flip the script—set aside savings first, then budget the rest. This simple mindset shift forces you to cut unnecessary spending and build a safety net over time.
✂️ Cut the Extras
Not sure where to start saving? Buffett suggests trimming the fat. If you had to live on less, what would you cut? Identify what truly adds value to your life and eliminate the rest. Small cuts now = big savings later.
📈 Keep It Simple: Invest in the S&P 500
Buffett’s go-to investment? A low-cost S&P 500 index fund. History shows that even seasoned fund managers struggle to outperform this market staple. His advice: Keep buying, especially during market downturns.
🚫 Dodge the Debt Trap
Buffett’s take on credit cards? No, thanks. He pays cash 98% of the time and avoids consumer debt like the plague. His rule of thumb: If you can’t afford it outright, think twice before swiping.
🎓 Invest in You
The best asset you’ll ever own? Yourself. Buffett believes the most valuable investment is in developing your skills—it’s inflation-proof, recession-proof, and completely untaxed.
⚖️ Balance Frugality with Fun
Save smart, but don’t make life miserable. While Buffett champions long-term financial health, he also believes in enjoying the ride. After all, what’s the point of wealth if you never get to live a little?
For more Buffett wisdom, check out this deep dive.
HEALTH

Baby on board, visitors on hold.
Bringing home a newborn is magical—and exhausting. Like clockwork, visitors start rolling in, eager to meet your tiny human. Some will be helpful, some will overstay their welcome, and some will show up unannounced (because of course they will). Here’s how to manage the parade without losing your sanity.
Pick Your People Wisely
Postpartum is not the time for forced politeness. If you can’t cry in front of someone or tell them to leave, they probably shouldn’t be hanging around while you’re sleep-deprived and wearing the same sweatpants for the third day in a row.
Pace the Pop-Ins
Everyone wants to see the baby immediately, but that doesn’t mean you need a revolving door of visitors. Spacing out visits gives you time to recover and actually enjoy the company—rather than counting down the minutes until they leave.
Meet Them on Your Terms
Some people just don’t pick up on hints that it’s time to go. Instead of inviting them over, meet for a coffee or a short walk. This way, you control the length of the visit and can make a smooth exit when needed.
Put Them to Work
Someone asks, “Let me know if you need anything”? Take them up on it. Have them wash dishes, fold laundry, or pick up groceries. Real helpers won’t mind pitching in.
Set Boundaries Early
Delayed responses tend to make some people panic-text or, worse, drop by unannounced. To avoid this, set up an auto-reply for texts or voicemails:
"Thanks for reaching out! We’re adjusting to newborn life and will reply when we can. Appreciate your patience."
At the end of the day, boundaries are everything. This is your time to recover, bond, and get the hang of parenthood—don’t be afraid to protect it.
AND ALSO

Set it and forget it.
Busy weeknights? Lazy Sundays? Either way, the slow cooker is your best friend. Minimal effort, maximum flavor, and usually just one pot to clean. Here are a few recipes to make your life easier (and tastier).
🍝 Slow Cooker Chicken Parmesan Pasta – Classic comfort food, now even easier. Toss in chicken, marinara, and pasta, let the slow cooker do its thing, and boom—dinner’s ready. Bonus: It freezes well for round two.
🥩 Slow Cooker Sesame Beef – Takeout vibes without the delivery fee. Soy sauce, sesame oil, and fresh ginger come together for fall-apart-tender beef that pairs perfectly with rice or veggies.
🍲Crockpot Hearty Chicken and Rice Soup – Slow-cooked chicken, rice, and veggies with fresh herbs & lemon—warm, hearty, and oh-so comforting!
🌮Mexican Quinoa – A zesty mix of quinoa, beans, and veggies with taco seasoning—perfect for tacos, bowls, or a healthy meal prep win!
🌶️ Slow-Cooker Green Chile Chicken Tacos – Juicy, flavorful chicken with a citrusy, spicy kick. Shred it up, pile it into tortillas, and top with whatever you love.
TRENDING
![]() | Upcycled foods are here to save your snacks—and the planet. With 38% of food in the U.S. going uneaten, brands like Barnana (hello, chocolate-covered banana bites) and Pipcorn (heirloom corn twists, anyone?) are turning would-be waste into delicious, guilt-free eats. No extra effort required—just swap your usual snacks and feel good about saving the planet, one bite at a time. |
SNIPPETS
Designer bags are the new gender reveal. Forget confetti—expecting parents are heading to luxury boutiques, where sealed sonogram results determine whether they unwrap a pink or blue handbag. Miami influencer Rachel Santana’s $7,000 Dior reveal racked up 11.8M views, sparking debate over whether it’s “iconic” or just another extravagant flex.
Swallowed by a whale… and lived to tell the tale. A humpback whale briefly engulfed a kayaker off Chilean Patagonia before spitting him back out, all caught on a now-viral video.
A swipe of lipstick, a symbol of hope. Sheryl Kurland’s nonprofit, Find Your Fabulosity, has donated over 108,000 lipsticks to domestic violence survivors—proving that even the smallest gesture can help women reclaim their confidence.
SOMETHING TO MAKE YOU SMILE
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INFLUENCER HIGHLIGHT
![]() | Dr. Becky Kennedy—aka “Dr. Becky” to her 3M+ Instagram followers—is rewriting the parenting playbook. As a clinical psychologist and mom of three, she’s built Good Inside, a parenting approach that ditches the guilt and focuses on the why behind kids’ behavior. Her method blends attachment theory, mindfulness, and emotional regulation to help parents navigate meltdowns, power struggles, and everything in between. Whether it’s through her viral posts, best-selling book, or hit podcast, Dr. Becky is giving parents the tools to raise resilient, emotionally healthy humans—without losing their minds in the process. |

🥑 Avocado lovers, rejoice—this simple trick keeps your cut avos fresher, longer, and far from their tragic brown fate.
🧖♀️ Your skin called—it wants a DIY face mask. From dryness to breakouts, these homemade fixes have you covered.
😂 SNL parenting sketches: Because sometimes, the only way to survive raising kids is to laugh (a lot).
📱 Your iPhone has secret superpowers—here are seven hidden hacks to make you way more productive.
💰 Ever wonder where your tax dollars actually go? This chart breaks it down so you don’t have to.
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