http://www.sheknows.com/authors/mary-fetzer/articles Mon, 21 Mar 2011 16:44:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/826775/nighttime-skincare-basics Make the most of your skin's built-in repair process with a practical and effective nighttime skincare routine. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/826775/nighttime-skincare-basics Mary Fetzer Mon, 21 Mar 2011 16:42:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/826771/how-to-make-your-look-last-all-day-long Why spend all that time making yourself beautiful every morning if it's just going to fade away by mid-day? These tips will get you off to a good start so you can keep your look all day long. http://www.sheknows.com/beauty-and-style/articles/826771/how-to-make-your-look-last-all-day-long Mary Fetzer Mon, 21 Mar 2011 12:06:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826741/homework-blues You have a hard and fast rule: No TV during homework time. But where do you stand on music? Do you allow your kids to blast the latest hits or do you insist on total silence? http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826741/homework-blues Mary Fetzer Mon, 21 Mar 2011 08:28:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826721/take-your-child-to-work-day Since 1993, millions of Americans have participated in the annual Take Our Sons and Daughters to Work® day. A day at work will help your child discover the link between what they do now in school and what they can become in the future. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826721/take-your-child-to-work-day Mary Fetzer Thu, 17 Mar 2011 08:56:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826495/frugal-family-vacations Gas prices are soaring and the economy's floundering, but you don't have to skip your vacation this year. These budget-friendly options make it affordable for your family to get away for awhile. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826495/frugal-family-vacations Mary Fetzer Thu, 17 Mar 2011 06:17:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826485/make-cooking-fun Cooking with children and allowing them to help in the kitchen provides special family time while developing important life skills. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826485/make-cooking-fun Mary Fetzer Wed, 16 Mar 2011 18:46:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826465/5-fun-crafts-for-kids Doing craft projects with your kids is a great way to spend time with them. These delightful craft ideas keep things simple so working together is fun, not frustrating. Roll up your sleeves and have a blast! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/826465/5-fun-crafts-for-kids Mary Fetzer Thu, 17 Feb 2011 07:28:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/824749/10-fab-alternatives-to-throwing-it-away We throw away a lot of stuff! You've heard it before, but it's not cliche: each of us can make a difference in our own little way. These simple don't-throw-it-away tips can help. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/824749/10-fab-alternatives-to-throwing-it-away Mary Fetzer Fri, 04 Feb 2011 06:19:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/823797/good-oral-hygiene Are you determined to get healthier this year? Then put your money where your mouth is. Good oral hygiene is an easy way to improve your overall well-being. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/823797/good-oral-hygiene Mary Fetzer Thu, 03 Feb 2011 08:49:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/823699/when-to-take-tooth-sensitivity-seriously Roughly 45 million Americans experience tooth sensitivity at some point in their lives. Are sensitive teeth just uncomfortable, or are they a sign of something more serious? http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/823699/when-to-take-tooth-sensitivity-seriously Mary Fetzer Thu, 29 Mar 2012 04:04:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822649/5-celebrity-inspired-meal-plans We may not have personal chefs, but we can still eat like celebrities. Take a cue from your favorite celeb and change up the family menu with one of these celebrity-inspired meal plans. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822649/5-celebrity-inspired-meal-plans Mary Fetzer Sun, 15 Apr 2012 07:25:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822595/6-ways-to-eat-healthy-on-a-budget You don't have to break the bank to eat healthy. With a little bit of planning and creativity, you can buy the freshest foods and create the healthiest meals -- all while saving money. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822595/6-ways-to-eat-healthy-on-a-budget Mary Fetzer Mon, 17 Jan 2011 07:43:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/822513/how-to-negotiate-just-about-anything Negotiating is a way of life. We negotiate with our spouse about money, with our kids about curfew and with salespeople about prices. If you feel like you’re always coming out on the short end of the stick, try some of these proven negotiating tactics. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/822513/how-to-negotiate-just-about-anything Mary Fetzer Wed, 11 Apr 2012 05:52:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822493/5-ways-to-bribe-yourself-to-go-to-the-gym You made the resolution and bought that gym membership, but you just can't get into the habit of going. For your health, it's time you figured out a way to get your butt to the gym... even if you have to bribe yourself! http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822493/5-ways-to-bribe-yourself-to-go-to-the-gym Mary Fetzer Fri, 14 Jan 2011 06:07:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822415/how-eating-fiber-can-you-maintain-your-weight Dietary fiber does more than keep us regular. If you're struggling to lose weight, then adding more fiber to your diet may be just what you need. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822415/how-eating-fiber-can-you-maintain-your-weight Mary Fetzer Sat, 14 Apr 2012 03:39:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822363/what-is-fiber-and-how-does-it-work Fiber. High-fiber. Fiber-rich. These are the words that come up whenever we talk about developing and maintaining a healthy diet. But what exactly is fiber, and why is it so important to have it in our diets? http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822363/what-is-fiber-and-how-does-it-work Mary Fetzer Wed, 11 Apr 2012 08:13:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822327/6-ways-to-get-more-fiber-in-your-diet Fiber is good for your heart, blood sugar, colon and so much more. Getting more fiber into your diet is easier than you think with these simple high-fiber diet tips. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/822327/6-ways-to-get-more-fiber-in-your-diet Mary Fetzer Thu, 06 Jan 2011 14:22:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822049/easy-slow-cooker-party-recipes You don't want to slave over the stove while your guests enjoy the big game. Prepare party food ahead of time and put the slow cooker to work. Crockpot foods are tender, delicious and virtually impossible to overcook! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822049/easy-slow-cooker-party-recipes Mary Fetzer Thu, 06 Jan 2011 14:19:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822047/diy-invitations-for-the-big-game Forego the email and text message invites when you host a party for the big game. Instead, create your own clever invitations to put guests in the party mood before they even arrive! http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822047/diy-invitations-for-the-big-game Mary Fetzer Thu, 06 Jan 2011 14:16:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822046/bite-sized-party-food Throwing a party for the big game? Serve bite-sized refreshments your guests can eat while they watch. But instead of settling for the same old stand-bys, try these fun little ideas. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/822046/bite-sized-party-food Mary Fetzer