✨ 11 Things To Do With Your Best Friend
🍼 The Newborn Survival Kit
The first six months of parenthood are a blur of exhaustion. Stop trying to tough it out—these are the 5 absolute life-saving baby essentials that experienced moms literally refuse to live without. They will instantly solve your biggest sleeping, feeding, and soothing struggles.
🌙 Hatch Rest Baby Sound Machine
The ultimate sleep hack. You can entirely control this white noise machine and dimmable nightlight from your smartphone, meaning you never have to accidentally wake the baby while sneaking back out of the nursery after a 3 AM feeding.
🤧 FridaBaby NoseFrida Snotsucker
It sounds incredibly gross until your baby has their first cold and literally cannot breathe to sleep. Throw away those useless hospital bulb syringes—this doctor-invented tool safely clears congestion in seconds, and yes, the filter absolutely prevents any germs from reaching you.
💧 Haakaa Silicone Manual Breast Pump
Every breastfeeding mom's best kept secret. Simply suction this cheap, cord-free silicone cup to the opposite breast while you nurse to effortlessly catch every drop of liquid gold letdown that would otherwise leak onto your shirt and be totally wasted.
🧴 Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment
Forget buying ten different expensive, highly-fragranced creams. This is the only ointment you need. It miraculously cures severe diaper rash overnight, heals cracked nursing nipples, soothes baby eczema, and aggressively protects delicate skin from harsh winter wind.
☁️ Burt's Bees 100% Organic Burp Cloths
You will go through dozens of these a day, so do not cheap out on thin fabric. These thick, ultra-absorbent organic cotton cloths actually catch massive spit-ups before they ruin your only clean outfit, while remaining incredibly soft against your newborn's face.
Hey, you know that person who just gets you The one who laughs at your questionable life choices and still shows up with pizza Yeah, your best friend. Life’s too short for boring hangouts, so let’s ditch the same-old same-old and dive into some epic adventures you absolutely need to try with your ride-or-die.
1. Master a New Skill Together
Ever wanted to learn something totally random Sign Sign up for a pottery class, try a mixology workshop, or even tackle a bizarre online coding tutorial. Pick something neither of you are good at for maximum hilarious fails and zero judgment. You’ll end up with a new talent (maybe) and definitely a ton of inside jokes.
2. Host a Themed Movie Marathon
Forget casual movie night; we’re going all out. Pick a theme like “bad 80s horror,” “rom-coms with questionable fashion,” or a specific director. Deck out the snacks and decor accordingly. Mandatory costume changes for each film are highly encouraged for peak absurdity. It’s basically an excuse to eat popcorn and judge fictional characters together.
3. Embark on a Local Food Crawl
Your stomachs are your guides on this delicious journey. Choose a neighborhood and hit up a few spots for appetizers, then another for mains, and finish with dessert somewhere else. Think of it as a culinary scavenger hunt. Wear your comfiest pants; this is not a drill. Because nothing says friendship like sharing fries and judging obscure menu items.
4. Plan a ‘Staycation’ Extravaganza
Who needs expensive flights when you have your living room Treat your home like a fancy resort. Think spa day, fancy cocktails, board games, and maybe even a DIY fort for sleeping. Disconnect from phones completely and pretend you’re actually in a remote, luxurious cabin. All the fun of a vacation with none of the travel headaches (or price tags).
5. Conquer an Escape Room
Time to prove you’re both geniuses (or at least really good at yelling clues). Work together to solve puzzles and break out before the clock runs out. It’s a true test of your communication skills and ability to not panic. Assign one person to be the designated “reader of all clues” and the other the “enthusiastic button pusher.” Nothing bonds you quite like shared panic and eventual triumph.
6. Volunteer for a Cause You Both Care About
Give back to the community and feel good doing it. Spend a day at an animal shelter, help out at a food bank, or participate in a park cleanup. Doing good together is a powerful bonding experience. Pick something you’re genuinely passionate about so it feels less like work and more like a shared mission. You’ll make a difference and strengthen your bond over shared values.
7. Have a Nostalgia Playdate
Travel back in time to your childhoods, no DeLorean required. Dig out old board games, watch cartoons you loved as kids, make friendship bracelets, or even hit up an arcade. Pull out old photo albums and roast each other’s questionable fashion choices from yesteryear. Revisit those simpler times and remember why you became friends in the first place.
8. Go Thrifting and Style Each Other
Unleash your inner fashionista (or comedian) at the local thrift store. Set a budget and challenge each other to find the most outrageous or surprisingly stylish outfits. Bonus points for trying them on and modeling. Don’t forget the accessories; a questionable hat can make or break an ensemble. It’s a hilarious way to explore fashion without breaking the bank.
9. Plan a Photoshoot Adventure
Time to capture your epic friendship for posterity (and Instagram, obviously). Pick a scenic spot, bring some fun props, and take turns being the photographer and the model. Get creative with poses and angles. Embrace the candid shots; sometimes the goofy outtakes are the best ones. You’ll end up with some amazing memories and maybe a few new profile pictures.
10. Create a Joint Playlist for Every Mood
Music is the soundtrack to your friendship, so let’s curate it. Sit down together and build a collaborative playlist for different vibes: road trips, chill nights, hype-up sessions, or even “sad bops.” Include songs that remind you of specific inside jokes or shared experiences; those are the real gems. You’ll have a perfectly curated soundtrack for all your future adventures.
11. Learn a Viral Dance Routine
Time to embarrass yourselves publicly (or privately) with some coordinated moves. Pick a trending TikTok dance or a classic music video routine and spend an afternoon trying to master it. Laughter and questionable coordination guaranteed. Record your attempts; the blooper reel will be priceless. It’s a fantastic way to burn some energy, laugh until your sides hurt, and create a truly unforgettable (and probably cringe-worthy) memory.
🧩 The Toddler Sanity & Learning Kit
Toddlers are tiny tornados. Instead of turning on the iPad in a moment of desperation, these 5 open-ended toys and clever tools foster independent, screen-free play while simultaneously saving your house from milk spills and crayon disasters.
🧱 Magna-Tiles 100-Piece Building Set
The undeniable king of open-ended play. It is the one single toy that a 2-year-old and a 10-year-old will both happily play with for an hour straight. They develop spatial reasoning, math skills, and independent focus—worth absolutely every penny.
🥛 Munchkin Miracle 360 Trainer Cups
Stop wiping up milk puddles. These genius, dentist-recommended cups allow kids to drink from anywhere around the rim like a real glass, but they instantly seal themselves the second the child stops drinking—even if they drop it on the floor.
🎧 Yoto Mini Kids Audio Player
The ultimate distraction for car rides or quiet time without the guilt of handing over a glowing screen. Kids control it completely by inserting physical cards to play audiobooks, music, and educational podcasts completely independently.
🧹 Melissa & Doug Wooden Cleaning Set
Toddlers desperately want to do exactly what you do. This kid-sized, highly durable wooden sweeping and mopping set redirects their chaotic energy into productive, confidence-building life skills while you actually get the real cleaning done in peace.
🎒 Montessori Travel Busy Board
The secret to surviving restaurants and airplanes with a two-year-old. Packed with buckles, zippers, shoelaces, and snaps, this soft, lightweight 'briefcase' develops critical fine-motor skills and keeps busy little hands occupied for surprisingly long stretches.
Conclusion
So, there you have it Eleven ways to level up your best friend game and make some seriously unforgettable memories. Whether you’re conquering escape rooms or just conquering a mountain of snacks, the most important thing is spending quality time with your favorite human. Go forth and make some magic, you two!
