June 6, 2022

72%

That’s the percentage of people who said they didn’t take time off work when they needed or wanted to because they couldn’t afford to miss out on a paycheck, according to a recent Pew Research Center survey. Yeah, not great.

And no, you aren’t the only one who isn’t cool with that. Enter: Sparrow. Aka the experts when it comes to managing your leave plan (or ya know, creating one in the first place). They’ll work with your HR team to cover all the harder stuff. Like filing — and understanding — all the paperwork. And keeping an eye on your paystubs. Plus they’ll connect you with a personal leave specialist that can answer all your Qs every step of the way. Check ‘em out.

If you’re someone who consistently has 10 tabs open, we get it. So much to read, so little time. That’s why we’ve rounded up some of our best recent product recs to keep ya fully in the know. Check out…

• Wedding guest dresses and jumpsuits for every budget

• No-fail gifts for your best friend under $75 

• Our fave workout clothes for warmer weather

Here are today’s recs to help you live a smarter life…

1. Something to help Dad catch better Zzz’s. Ah, the (literal) dream. This brand’s got soft, machine-washable robes and thermoregulating silk sleep sets so he can lounge in luxury. Plus you can get ‘em just in time for Father’s Day if you shop right now.*

2. A mascara that’ll give you long, luscious lashes — instantly. No falsies or extensions required. This eye-conic mascara doesn’t clump, flake, or smudge. Plus it nourishes and lengthens lashes over time. No wonder it’s got 20K five-star reviews. Psst…Skimm’rs get 15% off. Show-stopping lashes, coming right up.*

3. Easy-prep meals that are tasty and good for you. Got a lot on your plate? This brand’s gotchu. They’ll ship chef-crafted bowls, smoothies, and flatbreads (made with sustainably sourced fruits and veggies, btw) riiiight to your doorstep. Here’s up to $40 off your first box.*

4. The support you need to unleash your inner investor. Putting your money in the market can be intimidating. Enter: Fidelity. If you open an account and deposit $50, they’ll give you a step-by-step guide to investing. Plus $100.† Get the deets.*

Watch our video with Jean Smart and Hannah Einbinder (aka the stars of “Hacks”) as they share the advice they’d give their characters, the funniest person in the cast, and more. And season 2 is out on HBO Max — no joke.