http://www.sheknows.com/authors/christina-caldwell/articles Sat, 22 Dec 2012 01:58:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/850267/ditch-your-dating-bad-habits Continually getting involved with the wrong men isn’t bad luck; it's a bad choice. Falling into bad dating habits is all too easy, and the first step to break them is to recognize them. Here are a few bad dating habits you should leave behind. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/850267/ditch-your-dating-bad-habits Christina Caldwell Sun, 01 Jan 2012 01:31:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/850265/10-ways-to-strengthen-your-friendships Even the best of friendships can become strained when kids, family and work are involved. It’s difficult to go out to drinks with the girls when you feel an obligation to be at home, but there are ways around that. Taking time, even once a month, to get back in touch with your girlfriends is not only fun, but fulfilling. Here are 10 ways to strengthen your friendships. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/850265/10-ways-to-strengthen-your-friendships Christina Caldwell Fri, 21 Dec 2012 11:52:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/850259/10-ways-to-strengthen-your-marriage Sometimes, relationships get in a rut. A certain amount of comfort in a relationship is crucial to making it work, but if you’re finding yourself missing that spark, try these 10 ways you and your husband can strengthen your marriage. http://www.sheknows.com/holidays-and-seasons/articles/850259/10-ways-to-strengthen-your-marriage Christina Caldwell Tue, 22 Nov 2011 01:40:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/847729/plan-a-soul-food-friends-night-in After a long week at work, a breakup or other life hurdles, there's nothing quite like getting together with the girls to gab and grab grub. And nothing quite soothes the soul like some good 'ole American soul food. So heat up that oil and rinse off those collard greens. You’re ready for a girls' night in. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/847729/plan-a-soul-food-friends-night-in Christina Caldwell Thu, 24 Nov 2011 01:57:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/846669/eclectic-kitchen-decor-ideas The traditional kitchen consists of a few décor mainstays, usually involving vases, flowers, plates and other accessories mom would approve. But for the modern woman, spicing things up a bit is an exciting and fun way to add a little culture to your kitchen. You cook exotic, eclectic meals, so why not have a kitchen that reflects that? Here are a few tips for getting your eclectic kitchen in shape. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/846669/eclectic-kitchen-decor-ideas Christina Caldwell Thu, 24 Nov 2011 01:17:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/846661/contemporary-cooking-trying-new-trends-at-home It's easy to get stuck in a cooking rut. Whether you're cooking for yourself or a long list of guests, you probably to stick with what you're good at. After all, the more familiar you are with a dish, the better you'll be at cooking it. But contemporary cooking trends are not something you should avoid. Here are a few tips for breaking out of your cooking comfort zone. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/846661/contemporary-cooking-trying-new-trends-at-home Christina Caldwell Thu, 24 Nov 2011 01:40:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/846653/the-history-of-your-favorite-dishes Just like every person has a story, every dish has a history. How did your favorite meal become a culinary trend? And more importantly, how far did the recipe travel to be on the very plate in front of you? Here are the histories of some of the world's most popular dishes. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/846653/the-history-of-your-favorite-dishes Christina Caldwell Thu, 24 Nov 2011 01:45:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/846615/tips-for-cooking-and-eating-locally In the past few years, there has been a surge in the number of people touting the benefits of eating locally and for good reason. It's better for the environment, since it won't be carted on semi trucks across the country. It's good for the local economy, since you're supporting local, small-time farmers. Some say it even tastes better. But learning how to find and use those delicious, homegrown fruits, veggies and dairy products can be tricky. Here are a few tips for cooking and eating locally. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/846615/tips-for-cooking-and-eating-locally Christina Caldwell Thu, 03 Nov 2011 01:41:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/845923/tricks-for-hairstyles-you-can-do-the-night-before Mornings are the busiest time of day. Between getting the kids off to school, making breakfast and trying to look your best, taking the time to sculpt that perfect coif can be a hassle. Cut your styling time down to nearly nothing -- all as you sleep! Here are a few tricks for sleeping comfortably and getting the style you want. Come morning, you’ll look glamorous and ready to head out the door! http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/845923/tricks-for-hairstyles-you-can-do-the-night-before Christina Caldwell Thu, 03 Nov 2011 01:15:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/845909/how-to-protect-your-hair-for-sleep They don’t call it “bed head” for nothing! If you’re a heavy sleeper, odds are you wake up each morning with tangles, knots and cowlicks that destroy the perfect ‘do you wore the day before. You can’t change how you sleep, but you can change what you do to your hair before you clock out for the night. Here are a few simple steps to protect against split ends, messy hair and other damage that can ruin your cut and style. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/845909/how-to-protect-your-hair-for-sleep Christina Caldwell Thu, 01 Dec 2011 01:36:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/845767/five-minute-appetizers Whether you’re feeding a party or a few starving kids before dinner, appetizers are a nice precursor to a meal. Snacks also buy you more time to prep the meal as they hold over hungry bellies -- at least for a short time. Here are a few quick, five-minute appetizers that please. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/845767/five-minute-appetizers Christina Caldwell Thu, 01 Dec 2011 01:07:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/845763/half-hour-enchiladas Mexican food is some of the tastiest on the planet, but cooking it from scratch requires plenty of prep and patience. That's particularly true for traditional enchiladas. These tips will help you get the same flavorful taste without devoting a whole day to it. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/845763/half-hour-enchiladas Christina Caldwell Thu, 01 Dec 2011 01:39:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/845759/10-tips-for-cutting-your-cooking-time-in-half Eating in is healthier, less expensive and better-tasting than eating out, but finding the time to cook is an issue. Here are 10 tips to halve the time you spend cooking. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/845759/10-tips-for-cutting-your-cooking-time-in-half Christina Caldwell Thu, 01 Dec 2011 01:07:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/845757/ingredients-for-a-homemade-taste Just about everything tastes better homemade. After working and running errands day after day, though, ordering in a pizza seems pretty tempting. You can have the best of both worlds: Just add a few tasty ingredients to your quick dishes to make them taste like you put hours of love into them. Here’s how to get that homemade taste without the homemade time. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/845757/ingredients-for-a-homemade-taste Christina Caldwell Fri, 28 Oct 2011 01:44:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/844965/fresh-on-the-market-new-beauty-products-worth-trying As in fashion, beauty trends roll out each year. A few of them stick and become popular among the beauty-loving masses, but most of them are eventually discontinued. Which should you buy and which should you leave behind? We’ve compiled the best in this year’s beauty trends, so you can skip the gimmicks and buy only the best new products worth trying. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/844965/fresh-on-the-market-new-beauty-products-worth-trying Christina Caldwell Fri, 28 Oct 2011 01:55:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/844951/save-your-skin-in-4-simple-steps It’s easy to get caught up in skin-damaging activities. The good news is that you can reverse some of the dryness and damage you may have already caused. Here are four simple steps to glowing, beautiful skin that will look great through the decades. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/844951/save-your-skin-in-4-simple-steps Christina Caldwell Fri, 28 Oct 2011 01:24:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/844949/real-women-speak-my-favorite-beauty-product-under-10 For most, department store beauty counter makeup is more than a little overpriced. Forget expensive designer brands and ask your friends about their favorite inexpensive beauty products. SheKnows presents the best beauty buys under $10 from real, budget-conscious women around the country. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/844949/real-women-speak-my-favorite-beauty-product-under-10 Christina Caldwell Fri, 28 Oct 2011 01:36:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/844935/savvy-shopping-how-to-find-the-best-beauty-deals When scouring the beauty aisles, you've probably noticed that the markup on beauty products is astronomical. You can easily pay hundreds of dollars for your full makeup "wardrobe" if you're not careful. Here are a few ways to find the best beauty deals on your quest to look your best. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/844935/savvy-shopping-how-to-find-the-best-beauty-deals Christina Caldwell Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:43:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/843931/5-ways-to-prioritize-your-health We live in a fast-food culture, where grabbing a burger at the drive-thru is certainly easier than running to the store, buying groceries, coming home and cooking. Here are five ways to break that mold and prioritize your health. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/843931/5-ways-to-prioritize-your-health Christina Caldwell Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:16:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/843927/5-ways-to-find-work-life-balance You want to have it all, but being superwoman at home and at work can really drain your energy. Between deadlines, soccer practice and keeping everything good with hubby, there often aren’t enough hours in the day. There really is a way to balance your work and home lives, and it’s easier than you’d think. Here are a few tips to finding and maintaining the work-life balance you’ve been looking for. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/843927/5-ways-to-find-work-life-balance Christina Caldwell