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Yahoo
22-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Mom ignites controversial debate over her ‘insulting' birthday gift: ‘This is just ridiculous'
This mom is taking 'bring your own' to another level. Offering to help clean up at the end of a party is one thing — but bringing your own stash of cleaning supplies as a 'gift' to the party throwers is another. 'This is a kid's birthday party and the last thing I want to do to the parents of the child is to give them some present for the kids that's going to end up in landfill…,' explained a mom in a TikTok video. So what did she bring instead of an actual gift for the birthday kid? A bag full of cleaning products and supplies. '…so you know when you go to a party and everyone wants to help but nobody knows how to help because they don't know where any of the cleaning stuff is…I bring my cleaning rags… Glad Wrap, I like to bring dishwashing fluid…cleaning product — who knows how to find the cleaning products in someone else's house?' the determined mom said. This gesture could be looked at one of two ways — either it's a thoughtful idea or it's intrusive. And the commenters on TikTok were very divided on how they felt about it. 'This is so thoughtful. as a mama, I appreciate this so much,' one person expressed. 'this is pretty weird ngl,' quipped another commenter. 'this is actually a really cool idea,' another comment read. 'What the hell! Who the hell are you to bring cleaning products to a host's house! That's no present. That's insulting to the owner! No one needs your dodgy cleaning or dodgy cleaning products!' argued someone else. Talk about two contrasting views. In a follow-up video to all the controversy, the TikTok mom clarified that she doesn't give her cleaning stash as an actual gift. 'What I gave the kid was more time with their parents, so at the end of the party, the parents don't have to be cleaning up and doing stuff that will take them away from their kids,' she said, defending her decision. Unfortunately, the commenters stuck by their guns as the explanation video didn't sway their opinions. 'Tbh, family do this anyway. Personally I didn't think a child would value this. Parents might. It's not about having to spend money but choosing something a child would love,' someone argued. 'Omg everyone gets you don't give it to the child. You can do all of that and still give the child a present. Sorry, but this is just ridiculous,' another angry commenter wrote.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
8 Home Products To Stock Up on Now in Case of Tariff-Induced Product Shortages
Though it's hard to keep track of the new tariffs that are rolling out and rolling back recently, it's clear that some of them will stick, and prices on many of the goods you purchase for your home will be among the casualties. Find Out: Read Next: Worse, people might start hoarding some things in an attempt to get ahead of any tariff-induced shortages. Here are eight home products to stock up on now, just in case. Of course, stock up mindfully — don't go wild and overbuy; others are trying to get ahead, too. Whether you're a foodie at home or just want to stay ahead of your grocery costs, definitely stock up on pantry essentials that are likely to spike as the effects of tariffs settle in. It's probably no surprise that beloved meal components like rice, your favorite spices and even some cooking oils are produced overseas. Stocking up on the nonperishable elements of these items will keep your pantry, and everyone's bellies in your house, full and content. Learn More: If you're a stickler for the spic-n-span, you might be surprised to learn that a significant percentage of the chemicals that comprise your favorite cleaning supplies, from disinfectants to detergents, come from countries with hefty tariffs hanging over them, like China and Mexico. In addition, tariffs may impact overall supply chains for these and other products, so you should grab what you can comfortably store now (be sure to check labels for chemical shelf-life; no sense buying a pallet of something that will go bad in a couple years). If you love those little touches that brighten, accent and jazz up a room, run, don't walk, to your nearest home goods store or get online. Home decor could soon get a lot more expensive, from picture frames and lamp shades to small metal sculptures, doo-dads and other tchotchkes, or even bigger items like rugs and furniture covers. Is your showerhead dripping, does your kitchen faucet never turn off or is your garbage disposal making a worrisome rumble? Don't wait, replace them now. Try to anticipate the things that might break, are on their last legs or could go out in the next year or so. Buying them now can save you on big price hikes soon to come. Tariffs on metals and other materials have led to increased prices for tools and home improvement supplies. From hammers and screwdrivers to the little bits themselves, screws, washers, nails and so on, if you're planning repairs or renovations, get these items sooner than later. When you think appliances, you might go to the big items like dishwasher, fridge and stove, but you probably rely on many more smaller appliances than you realize at first thought. Get ready to see price hikes on things like humidifiers, curling irons, alarm clocks, toasters, microwave ovens, fans, LED bulbs and more, according to Vox, who said that over 90% of appliance imports come from China. While you might not 'stock up' on these insofar as you buy more than one, if you've been thinking about replacing any of them, now's the time. While you're busy replacing your electronics, make sure to stock up on batteries for the battery powered ones, as those are likely to increase in cost, too. Fortunately, batteries already tend to come in packs, and you can pick up bulk packages at places like Costco, Walmart and Sam's Club for deals. You might not necessarily think of basic medical supplies like Band-Aids, antiseptic, pain relievers and bandages as home goods, but you probably keep a regular supply of at least some of these items in a medicine cabinet or closet. Anyone with children, health issues or who is a caregiver likely relies on these items on a daily or weekly basis. These, too, are largely imported (though there are American-made versions of some products) and will be more expensive in the days to come. More From GOBankingRates 5 Luxury Cars That Will Have Massive Price Drops in Spring 2025 8 Items To Stock Up on Now in Case of Tariff-Induced Product Shortages 10 Cars That Outlast the Average Vehicle These Cars May Seem Expensive, but They Rarely Need Repairs This article originally appeared on 8 Home Products To Stock Up on Now in Case of Tariff-Induced Product Shortages
