In-depth articles, research and stories about birthdays, history and culture.
From the most common birthday to the surprising origins of Happy Birthday β ten genuinely surprising facts about birthdays most people don't know.
Store-bought cards are forgotten. Handmade or thoughtfully personal cards are treasured. A complete guide to creating birthday messages that mean something.
Step-by-step guidance for creating birthday traditions that become part of your family's DNA β meaningful, repeatable, and deeply personal.
A guide to researching and discovering the remarkable historical figures who share your exact birth date β and what that connection might mean.
A step-by-step guide to building a personal historical timeline for your birthday β the events, music, and world moments that defined your birth date.
From Ancient Rome to the Roaring Twenties β how to plan an unforgettable historically-themed birthday party, complete with era-appropriate dΓ©cor and food.
Understanding the history of birthday gift-giving helps you give better gifts today. A guide to the meaning, psychology, and art of the birthday present.
Everything you need to know about the history of birthday cakes β from ancient Greece to the Victorian era β plus how to make your own historically-inspired cake.
A practical guide to five of the world's most fascinating birthday traditions β with tips on how to incorporate elements of each into your own celebrations.