http://www.sheknows.com/authors/christy-pogorelac/articles Thu, 15 Sep 2011 07:08:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/841211/7-new-mom-resources-we-love The amount of information online and in the bookstore about pregnancy, baby and parenthood is so staggering that it can be overwhelming. Save some time during your data sort and check out these seven outstanding resources. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/841211/7-new-mom-resources-we-love Christy Pogorelac Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/839925/save-splurge-fall-moisturizers The change of season typically calls for a change in the medicine cabinet. Products that were faithful to your skin throughout the summer months are no longer providing the same results. As the moisture in the air fades away with the long summer days, look to new products for your daily beauty regimen. Try these top saves and splurges this season. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/839925/save-splurge-fall-moisturizers Christy Pogorelac Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/839919/save-splurge-healing-lotion With so many daily skin care solutions in so many prices on the market, choosing the product that will best meet your needs can be difficult. Check out our super skin-savers and get the touchable skin you've always wanted. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/839919/save-splurge-healing-lotion Christy Pogorelac Sat, 01 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/839911/fall-skincare-moisturizing As the temperature drops, so does the amount of moisture in the air. Almost overnight, your usual summertime skincare regimen may not be enough to keep your skin looking smooth and fresh. Consider changing up your skin care routine and products this season to protect and properly hydrate all the way through wintertime and straight into spring. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/839911/fall-skincare-moisturizing Christy Pogorelac Mon, 22 Aug 2011 07:35:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/838883/how-to-steam-your-favorite-vegetables Steaming is one of the healthiest ways to prepare vegetables. It helps keep them fresh-tasting and crisp -- plus, steaming makes vegetables easier to digest than when served raw. Steaming also helps lock in nutrients rather than cooking them away during longer and more intense preparation methods such as boiling or roasting. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/838883/how-to-steam-your-favorite-vegetables Christy Pogorelac Mon, 22 Aug 2011 07:46:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/838881/4-ways-to-serve-green-beans Green beans are the key ingredient in many dinnertime sides, holiday casseroles and summer salads. They are relatively easy to grow and are available year-round. Pair them with a number of flavors, or eat them raw, plucked right off the vine. Here are four great ways to serve green beans. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/838881/4-ways-to-serve-green-beans Christy Pogorelac Mon, 22 Aug 2011 06:41:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/838879/4-eggplant-recipes-we-love Eggplant is a versatile vegetable that lends itself to many different styles of cooking and a variety of courses. Its peak season is August through October, which is the perfect time to try out new, hearty recipes that combine some of your favorite fall flavors. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/838879/4-eggplant-recipes-we-love Christy Pogorelac Thu, 01 Sep 2011 07:16:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838759/quick-and-creative-dinner-solutions Quick meals that will please a crowd and offer well-balanced nutrition can be difficult to create. When you’re on the go and just need to refuel, avoid the call of the takeout menu drawer and try one of these quick dinnertime saves. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838759/quick-and-creative-dinner-solutions Christy Pogorelac Thu, 01 Sep 2011 07:58:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838757/6-sandwich-shortcuts-for-busy-moms Time to make a well-rounded meal is a scarce commodity when you're constantly on the go. Even assembling sandwiches for school lunches or for a quick evening meal can be a challenge when your attention is pulled in what feels like a thousand different directions. Try the following sandwich shortcuts if you’re looking to speed up meal prep without losing flavor or nutrition. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838757/6-sandwich-shortcuts-for-busy-moms Christy Pogorelac Thu, 01 Sep 2011 07:49:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838755/5-healthy-sandwich-ideas Any way you stack them, sandwiches are an easy and affordable dinnertime option. As the school year kicks into high gear with homework, field trips and after-school activities, quick and creative meals that are also well-rounded can be difficult to dream up. Scheduling a weekly sandwich night is a healthy and simple time-saver the whole family will love. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/838755/5-healthy-sandwich-ideas Christy Pogorelac Wed, 03 Aug 2011 09:11:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/837527/how-to-repaint-your-shutters Repainting the shutters of your home is an inexpensive way to refresh the look of your house, instantly clean up your home’s appearance, and boost curb appeal with a pop of color. Like many home improvement projects, the actual improvement part will take the least amount of time. The key to doing the job well is preparation. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/837527/how-to-repaint-your-shutters Christy Pogorelac Wed, 03 Aug 2011 08:56:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/837525/how-to-repaint-your-homes-trim Painting the exterior trim of your home not only refreshes its appearance, but also helps protect it from the elements. Though well worth it, painting your home's trim is a time-consuming project that is best done in spring or fall, when temperatures are comfortable and conditions are better for helping your paint dry properly. Taking your time is the key to success. If done properly, your work will pay off for a long time to come. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/837525/how-to-repaint-your-homes-trim Christy Pogorelac Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834861/how-to-save-money-by-buying-foods-the-whole-family-loves As families grow, grocery bills tend to double and triple in size. A quick trip to the store to pick up a few items for the family can easily turn into a budget-buster. Here are several tips to help you save money at the check-out while still giving your family the food that they love. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834861/how-to-save-money-by-buying-foods-the-whole-family-loves Christy Pogorelac Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834835/breakfast-ideas-your-kids-will-ask-for Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day. Breakfast options that are easy to prepare and appealing to kids, though, are hard to find. If you’re looking for a little inspiration that will leave your kids ready to conquer the day and asking for more, here are 10 fun ideas to test out at the table. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834835/breakfast-ideas-your-kids-will-ask-for Christy Pogorelac Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834833/tricks-for-eating-cereal-on-the-go When your schedule is jam-packed and it feels like more and more meals are eaten on-the-go, it can be easy to get into a food rut, especially when it comes to finding healthy and portable breakfasts and snacks. If you’re a cereal fan, it may feel like you never get to enjoy your favorite morning meal, but there are a few tips and tools that will help return cereal to an active status in your daily provisions. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/834833/tricks-for-eating-cereal-on-the-go Christy Pogorelac Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834565/5-simple-family-friendly-dinner-recipes The few hours with the family after work and before bedtime are precious. With little time to catch up on the day's events, review homework, play and relax, there's no need to spend the majority of it in the kitchen preparing dinner. Try these tips and ideas for quick and simple suppers that will impress your most precious dinner guests. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834565/5-simple-family-friendly-dinner-recipes Christy Pogorelac Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:33:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834533/after-school-comfort-foods-for-kids After a long day of class and play, kids often need a little something to hold off hunger pangs before dinner and give them a boost of energy to make it through their homework assignments. Here are ten yummy after-school snacks that will both energize and comfort your kids. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834533/after-school-comfort-foods-for-kids Christy Pogorelac Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:29:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834531/study-group-snack-ideas Whether it’s after school or all night, a study group can seem especially long without a few good snacks. After all, the brain is an organ that acts like a muscle, so it makes sense that a little fuel can help to stave off the fatigue that comes from a long work-out. The next time you host a study group, try including snacks that not only taste great, but help boost your brain to boot. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834531/study-group-snack-ideas Christy Pogorelac Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:19:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834529/mom-tested-school-lunch-supplies-and-containers With each new school year, it seems that mornings come packed with mounting activity and to-do lists. Between breakfast and brushing teeth, gathering homework and getting ready for work, you also need to pack a nutritious lunch. That’s why the ideal lunchtime supplies and containers cover a lot of ground. They need to be affordable, durable, easy-to-clean, and it helps if your kids like them, too. Like most jobs, getting lunch together is easier with the right tools. Here are a few mom-recommended, kid-approved containers. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834529/mom-tested-school-lunch-supplies-and-containers Christy Pogorelac Fri, 01 Jul 2011 07:10:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834527/eco-friendly-school-lunch-containers Brown bagging it sure beats the cafeteria line in terms of helping to make sure that your child has healthy and fresh lunch options. Unfortunately, brown paper bags, plastic wrap and juice boxes go from container to waste once the mid-day feeding frenzy occurs. Put these eco-friendly lunch containers on your school supply shopping list this year. They will save your foods, save you money and help to save the planet from an over-abundance of discarded bags, baggies and bottles. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/834527/eco-friendly-school-lunch-containers Christy Pogorelac