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How can I stop it from being a boring night?

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Consider playing some games that everyone enjoys. Card games, like war or goldfish, are excellent games that almost everyone enjoys. If it's a small group, consider playing some video games together. Ask your friends what they're interested in doing before they come over!

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What will happen at a sleepover?

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You can play games, talk, or watch a movie! It's really up to you and your friends. Ask them what they'd be interested in doing before the big night to see what everyone is interested in.

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What if you have a baby sister that will wake up if you are too loud?

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Do you have multiple floors in your home? If so, consider restricting sleepover activities to the floor that you sister isn't on. For example, if your sister's room is on the second floor, stay in the basement for the night.

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How do you get your parents to say yes?

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Come up with a list of reasons why you want to have a sleepover. Wait for a time when your parents are in a good mood, and then present them with the list. Explain why you want your friend to stay over and be open to negotiating when your friend can sleep over.

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Are 1-2 friends enough for a sleepover?

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Absolutely! One or two friends can make for an excellent time. Just because you're having a sleepover doesn't mean that you have to have a full party.

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My mom doesn't like sleepovers because she says that nothing good can happen at them. She has rejected so many sleepovers that my friendships are starting to fray. They all have fun without me. Help!

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It sounds like your mother may have had a negative experience at a sleepover. Ask her about it. If she can give you some advice about how to stay safe it could keep you from making a bad decision. If your mother sees that you're concerned about your safety, she may be more inclined to consider letting you attend.

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What if my parents don't know my friends?

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Introduce your friends by inviting them over during the day. Once your parents get to know your friends they'll be more open to having them over for the night.

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How do I throw a sleepover without my neighbor finding out?

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If your neighbor is especially concerned about who you invite into your home you should tell your parents immediately. There's no good reason for a neighbor to be interested in who younger people invite over for sleepovers.

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What if they won't let any people of the other gender come over?

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You're going to have to respect your parent's wishes. You have to trust that they have your best interests in mind, and if they don't think you're ready for a mixed-gender sleepover then you'll just have to wait until you're older.

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What if your parents are rude?

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If your parents are rude, you need to be that much nicer! Try being extra nice to them for a few days before you actually bring up the idea of a sleepover.

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What if your parents keep saying no?

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Wait a few weeks and bring it up again. Repeat this process for a month or two and see if they soften up a little bit. They may change their mind if they see that you really want to have a sleepover. Just be careful about becoming obnoxious about it, and if they ask you to stop asking, stop.

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Why do parents sometimes say no to sleepovers?

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There are many reasons. Maybe they worry that they're going to have to put up with a lot of noise and a big mess afterwards. It's possible that they think you aren't ready for the responsibility of hosting the sleepover. Perhaps they haven't been happy with your behavior lately, and so they don't feel you deserve that privilege. Or maybe your house or apartment just doesn't have enough space. If your parents say no, calmly ask why. Maybe the problem is something you can solve, or maybe not. You won't know until you ask.

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