The Mysteries in Our Family Trees Every family tree has branches that are easy to see — the people we share birthdays with, the cousins...

once I’m down there, I start reevaluating everything. Why am I even on the floor? Do I live here now? Should I just get a pillow and commit? And the second I do finally stand, here comes the guilt trip: “I need to get to the gym.” 

A tuck here, a pull there — no shade if you want it. But let’s be honest: you can only yank that face back so far before you start looking like Barbie left out in the sun too long.

Because deep down, our shopping is love in action. We buy for birthdays, “just because” days, “you had a rough week” days, and “I saw this and thought of you” days. We shop like caretakers because that’s who we’ve always been.

The funniest part? Watching your adult kids try to process the switch-up. They stand there confused, salty, and betrayed like:“Wait… so I lost my Nintendo for three months over crayons on the wall, but lil’ man gets a TikTok moment and applause?”

Some of us had time to prepare. Baby showers, cute onesies, and the ceremonial “what are they gonna call me?” conversations.

What happens when GlamKids become leverage? TGL women share the untold struggle of boundaries, heartbreak, and staying strong as a GlamMa. You are not alone — here’s the truth and the tools to protect your heart.