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How to Throw a New Year’s Eve Pajama Party

It’s hard to believe 2023 is right around the corner. But hold on – we can’t say goodbye to 2022 without a New Year’s Eve celebration. And, while New Year’s Eve is one of the most popular nights to go out on the town and celebrate, more and more people are avoiding the crowds and staying home to ring in the new year. So why not celebrate in the comfort of your own home – and even better, with a New Year’s Eve Pajama Party?

Make it a small family celebration or invite friends and neighbors to join you. They will love this creative and fun way of celebrating the New Year. Here’s what you’ll need:

The Guest List

Whether you keep the party to just your family or invite other families and friends to join in, the guest list will determine how the rest of the night will be run and how many people to prepare for. If you’re thinking of throwing a family-friendly party, it’s a great excuse to wear those matching family pajamas one more time or to purchase a set.

If you’re inviting other families, you’ll want to keep track of the number of adults and the number of kids coming to make sure you can accommodate everyone.

The Invitation

Once you have your guest list complete, it’s time to create the invitation. It’s important to include not only the date, start and end time, and your address, but to also make it clear that this is a pajama party and give your guests an idea of what they can expect. Your main goal is to ring in the new year which means staying up later than normal for most of us. Keep it cozy and invite your friends to wear pajamas that they can relax and stay comfy in – especially if kids are coming. If you have a certain theme you’re going for, make sure to include that in the invitation as well.

You’ll also want to let your guests know if they should bring anything. This is especially important if you’re inviting your guests to stay overnight. Don’t forget to let them know how they can RSVP to the party and the deadline date to do so.

The Decorations

The sky’s the limit! Remember that New Year’s Eve is a celebration so consider leaving up some of your holiday lights to keep the sparkle alive. This is also where you can add some glitz and glam to your otherwise comfy party. Add some signs, festive table cloths, and party favors and you’re ready to go!

The Menu

Keep it simple and make sure whatever you are serving is easily accessible to your guest. Prepare food that goes along with your cozy pajama theme like lasagna, mac & cheese, pizza, or chili. Or go for serving heavy appetizers so that guests can graze all night. Be sure to also have healthy options available for those who prefer to eat a bit lighter and have snacks available throughout the night.

Set up a self-serve beverage area with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages available. You’ll want to have several non-alcoholic options – not only for the kiddos, but for those who will be driving home after the party if they are not staying overnight.

The Activities

As the goal of the celebration is to make it to midnight – it could be a long night. Make a list of activities you can do throughout the night. Bring out the board games, card games, play charades or Pictionary or consider getting a karaoke machine. Depending on the guest list, you will want to have both adult themed games as well as children’s activities on hand. Having plenty of things for the kids to do will also give the grown-ups a chance to have some time to hang out and socialize.

The New Year’s Toast

You’ve made it to midnight and it’s time for the toast. Set up a table with champagne and sparkling cider filled glasses and have your party favors close by. This will make it easy for everyone to grab a glass and Toast to the New Year.

Your New Year’s Eve Pajama party is sure to be a hit. Get creative and enjoy the festivities in the comfort of your own home – and of course your pajamas.

Observe National Napping Day and begin a new routine

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Every year national napping day is observed on the Sunday that we Spring forward which this year is March 13th. Not only does this day encourage you to nap so that the time change doesn’t affect you too much, it also reminds us that napping is a critical part of keeping our bodies and our minds where they need to be. We have internal clocks that get set on a routine so something as minimal as an hour difference can cause chaos all around. This is especially true for animals and children.
Much needed rest makes you feel good, improves your mood, and gives you energy. After napping you will notice you just feel better and this is backed by numerous studies that show a short nap is extremely effective for midday fatigue. You’ll be more alert, productive, and happy.
So how do you get the most out of a nap? Here are some ideas and tips that will turn you into a napping expert.

Nap early enough in the day. Because you don’t want to interrupt your natural sleep cycle, getting your nap in early enough in the day will keep you on track. Researchers note that between 1-3pm is the ideal time to catch a few Zzzzz’s.

Have a good napping environment. To get the most out of a nap you have to have the right place to do it. A dark room where there is a minimum amount of noise is ideal. The whole point of the nap is to actually get some rest, so if you have a lot going on around you, trying to get some rest on the couch may not work out very well.

Keep your nap short. Studies have shown that a 20-30 minute nap is the sweet spot to get that reboot. If you sleep too long you are more likely to feel tired when you wake up.

Be comfortable. If you can, change into your pajamas or comfy clothes before you lay your head down. If you are tight or uncomfortable clothing can inhibit your ability to nap properly. Make comfort a priority.

Get the whole family in on it. If possible get the whole family to nap at the same time. It creates a quiet environment, gets everyone some much needed rest, and makes for a happier bunch for the rest of the day.

Try a caffeine nap. Caffeine takes about 20 minutes to do its thing and that’s almost exactly the amount of time that is recommended for afternoon naps. If you drink your coffee or latte before laying down for your nap, it should kick in right about the time you’re waking up to take on the 2nd half of the day.

Clear your head. For most people, the biggest problem with napping is that you’re thinking too much. If you have a lot on your mind, try putting those things aside if even for a short time while you nap. You’re basically giving your brain a break and relieving stress.

Practice, practice, practice. Many people just can’t get into nap mode. When you finally realize how important it is to work this critical rest in, you’ll understand the benefits. Just like you train yourself to go to the gym or manage a daily routine, you can do the same thing by getting your brain and body into a habit.

Maintain a normal night sleep routine. Just because you’re napping in the afternoon, don’t think that you can get less sleep at night. 8 hours per night is the recommended time for adults and having a schedule for going to bed and waking up keeps you on track. Look at the afternoon nap as a charge your body needs to be at its best.

Napping is a bit of an art but once you get it down you’ll be ever so thankful that you did. Your body, mind, and loved ones will thank you!

Embrace the holiday spirit with a family pajama day

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The spirit of Christmas is much more than presents and shopping. This is the time of year where we celebrate love and we spend time with the people that mean the most to us.

There’s nothing more important than family and setting aside special time to be with one another is one of the best ways to build your family bond. One way you can all be together is by having a family pajama day at home doing all the things that you love. We’ve got some ideas for things that you and your family can add to your favorite holiday activities to get into the spirit and celebrate Christmas together.

Eat breakfast all day. What goes better with pajamas than breakfast? Make the whole day about eating breakfast foods because there’s nothing wrong with having omelets for lunch or French toast for dinner. Let the whole family participate in the cooking so you’re all spending quality time together prepping and eating your delicious creations.

Pick out new pajamas for the holidays. Hop online and browse new pajamas that you all want to wear for opening presents on Christmas morning. Individual choices based on taste are great but think matching family pajamas too! They are always a big hit, and your family will have outfits for a perfect photo.

Have a fashion show. If you have lots of sets of pajamas why not swap them out over the course of the day. Each time you change, do a little runway show modeling your new look. Accessorize with festive socks, robes, and blankets too!

Decorate holiday cookies. You can bake the cookies ahead of time, and then set up a decorating station with a variety of colored icings, sprinkles, toppings, and more. Consider baking and decorating more than your family will eat so you can give them to neighbors and friends as tasty gifts.

Build a fort. A lazy pajama day almost always involves hiding out in your own homemade fort. You can use a tent, sheets, blankets, or anything else that you have around the house to build a cool little shelter. Decorate it with twinkle lights to really give it a holiday feel.

Teach the benefits of sleep. Kids should know how important sleep is to their development and sneaking in a little lesson during your pajama day is a great way to reiterate it as well as explain why they need to stay on their sleep schedule even during the holiday break.

Watch holiday movies. With so many titles to choose from you can absolutely make a full day of watching movies. Pop some corn, heat up some cocoa, and let the fun begin.

Don’t forget to include your pets. They make pajamas for your pets! Don’t let Fido be left out of the family fun.

We hope your holiday family pajama day will be full of memories! Feel free to share your pictures on our Facebook page and tell us all about what you did on your special day!