7 Ways to Wear Stripes This Summer
My favorite, however, have always been a white and grey or a white and black color combination. After I spent a few years trying to add color to my wardrobe, …
5 Reasons To Go See Edge of Tomorrow
Edge of Tomorrow was released in the US almost a month ago and to date has earned just over $84 million stateside. The film has been doing well overseas, which …
Facebook Experiment Secretly Manipulated Emotions
Do you ever have those days scrolling through your Facebook feed when you think, “Goodness, EVERYONE is so upset today!” Turns out? In January of 2012, Facebook teamed up with …
This Mom Ran An 800-Meter Race At 8 Months Pregnant
Olympic athlete Alysia Montano did what many people would consider unthinkable: she completed her 800-meter race at the U.S. The five-time national champion finished in 2 minutes, 32.13 seconds – …
New #Ramadan and #Eid Icons Available On Twitter
There are 1.6 billion Muslims in the world – nearly 3.5 million of them here in the US – participating in the holy month of Ramadan and fasting from dawn …
Tim McGraw and Faith Hill Depict Cozy Married Life in New Video
Tim McGraw shows his preference for cozy, country, married life in his new video “Meanwhile Back at Mama’s” featuring his lovely wife, Faith Hill. The video depicts country’s most beloved …
Unintentionally Passing on our Fears to the Kids
I have this completely irrational fear of drains. All kinds, but pool ones just about do me in. Deep end drains are the words ever – just the thought of …
Obamas Saw Do the Right Thing On 1st Date
The first thing we hear in the 1989 film Do the Right Thing is radio DJ Mister Señor Love Daddy saying, “Wake up! Wake up! Before a screening of a …
Nothing Wrong With the ‘Family Bed’
I know it’s a controversial subject and I may get some hate for it, but I’m just going to go ahead and let you all know that I’ve been co-sleeping …
10 Super-Cute Hairstyles Any Parent Can Do Themselves
I love playing with my girls’ hair! I always have. Recently, I’ve been searching for some cute, fun braids and other hairstyles I could try out on my girls. (Summer …
The Most Amazing Things That Men Have Done for Love
When we are in love, we are on top of the world. I smile brighter and laugh louder. ‘Cause love is a beautiful thing. It stands there today as a …
Beauty Bloggers Best Summer Beauty Tips and Products
These are beauty obsessed girls who aren’t loyal to any particular brand, and they’ll do things like use Milk of Magnesia as a makeup primer or blot oily skin with …
The Early Riser and the Night Owl: How to Make it Work
It can be easy to reach the point in your marriage where you are like passing ships in the night. That point where you go about your daily business and …
Amazon Original Content for Kids “Creative Galaxy” Released
So Amazon is continuing to dive into the world of original content with a second offering of original programming for kids, and this one is from the lovely Angela Santomero, …
Republicans: Deliver Student Loan Relief for Parents Like Me or I’m Switching Parties
Although I think I measure pretty close to the center of the political aisle, I consider myself to be a Conservative. And despite my willingness to vote for Democrats here …
Baby in Stolen Car Found by Jogger 7 Hours Later Still in Car Seat
If ever there was a story that will have you thinking twice about leaving your car running for “just a second” so you can run an errand while baby sleeps, …
Viewers Love Tamron Hall’s New Do
Tamron Hall is a co-host on the Today Show who usually sports a short pixie look. But today, for the first time, she wore her hair in its natural state. …
Stunning Personalized Books for Kids
There are few things I adore more than a well-written, artistically inspired children’s book. Yet the basic premise is the same: A little boy or girl wakes up in …
Does My Baby Recognize Me or Not?
My Charlie. It’s tough to say when or where my four-month-old son, Charlie, will figure out that I’m his daddy. Scientists and experts can figure out a lot of stuff …
Does This Photo Offend You? Instagram Thought It Would
When you look at this photo, what are you thinking? Me? Well I’m laughing at how toddlers discover themselves. My own daughter who’s now 3 has done the exact same …
Planes: Fire and Rescue Toys — a List Your Kids Will Love!
The movie won’t be released until July 18th, but quite a few of these products are available now or will be available soon. I’ve seen the movie (it’s great), and …
Back Acne 101: What Causes It and How to Treat It
Summer should mean tank tops, days at the beach and cute sundresses right? Somehow wearing a long sleeve t-shirt isn’t quite right in 80 degree weather. Unfortunately, a lot of …
10 Fun Crafts to Keep the Kids Busy This Summer
But, as I am sure with most of you, about a day after school lets out for the summer, I run out of ideas to help keep him occupied. That’s …
What to Do When You Inevitably Hear “I’m Bored” this Summer
It didn’t work then and it doesn’t work now, but let’s be honest with ourselves, why would it? But as I reflect on things, I no longer think it’s actually …
Pool to Party Makeup
To wear makeup or not — that is the question, when it comes to pool affairs (or the beach for that matter). In fact, brands were smart enough to make …
Say Goodbye to Ugly Power Cords!
I have always had an issue with power cords. Why do they have to be so ugly? I love the simple and modern design. Aren’t they gorgeous? I would happily …
Why You Need to Slow Down This Summer
Have you gone on vacation only to return home and feel like you need a break? We plan a vacation and pack each day full of stuff. Then after catching …
Summer Reading, Part 4: Etan Thomas’s Take on the Ultimate Challenge
Etan Thomas and family Editor’s note: You can check out our previous summer book recommendations, nos. If there is one book I’d recommend for every father to read this summer, …
Simplify Your Beauty Routine: 5 Easy Looks in Under 5 Minutes
When it comes to simplifying your life, streamlining your beauty routine is a great place to start. For most moms, finding the time for a full makeup application on an …
A Fresh Summer Side: Sweet and Savory Watermelon Salad
Yesterday afternoon, I was staring down a giant hunk of watermelon in my fridge — precious shelf space had to be reclaimed. Happily, a casual summer dinner was coming together …
Boy Sees Himself on Jumbotron, and Then It Goes Horribly Wrong
My son and I love going to lacrosse games together, and whenever that ‘dance contest’ thing comes up during an intermission, where the camera pans the crowd for crazy dancing …
Celebrate the Citizen Kid in Your Life
Steve Jobs. Susan B. Anthony. Albert Einstein. Mikhail Baryshnikov. These individuals left an indelible mark on the world. Each of them changed the definition of living up to your potential, …
5 Ways to Tell if You’re Being Passive Aggressive at Work
Are you as passive aggressive at work as this dinosaur? There’s no question. This article from the Harvard Business Review points out the various signs that you’re being passive aggressive …
Diana Ross the Wedding Singer? Absolutely!
Later this summer Diana Ross will perform at a wedding. Well, not just any wedding, but the ceremony of her son Evan Ross to Ashlee Simpson. • Sit at the …
Should You Vaccinate Your Dog Against Lyme Disease?
The dog might recover and then have the symptoms recur in a few weeks. There is a canine vaccination for Lyme disease and, given that Lyme disease is so serious, …