Will you approve a sleepover for a 12 year old girl at her friend's house?

My 12 year old daughter wants to sleep over at her friend's house. I said no, because I don't know her friend's parents and I don't know the background of the child's family. And now, she is mad at me because I wont let her have a sleepover tomorrow. I said to her she could stay there from 1:00 pm to 8:00 pm, but no sleepover. She is still not happy with it. My husband is not helping at all as he just keep on saying "yes" to sleepover, contradicting me once again. I am upset and not happy. I am just avoiding the topic now and put myself on a timeout. 😭

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iamnikki · 31-35, F

I think you're doing the right thing. I was only allowed to go to one sleepover. It was my best friend, and my mom had spoken to her mom and knew of her mom of course so it was ok. She was also a single mom, so I think that definently makes a difference. Things can happen... You're the mom, and I think 1-8pm is more than enough time. Still get to enjoy the party. Nobody will be having fun when they're sleep anyway.