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Health & Wellness

Inhale meditation, exhale stress

Is your mind cluttered with overwhelming thoughts, internal dialogue and distraction? Read how some basic breathing techniques can...

Parenting Humor

Survey: Moms stress most with third child

On Sunday afternoon, the Husband and I revealed to the Facebook world that we’re expecting our third child. On Monday morning,...

Mom & Dad

“How I overcame my addiction to stress”

At a time when busy is the new black, many moms are taking a step back and realizing that being pulled in a million directions is...

Stress

The dangers of stress on your heart health

Why do people tell each other “Put your heart into it” when trying to achieve something? Instinctively, people know that putting...

Décor & Style

Spring-inspired scents to help you relax

More than any other sense, smell affects our mood and state of mind. From candles to essential oils and more, opt for these...

Parenting Advice & Columns

Mom story: I have post-traumatic stress disorder

Haunted by memories of childhood abuse and trauma, Rachel Hope, 41, of Los Angeles, was determined to find help for her...

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5 Affordable yoga retreats

Yoga classes have become a staple at most luxury spas and hotels. But if you’re in the mood for a less glamorous and more mindful...

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How stress distorts your self-image and ways to break the vicious cycle

There are plenty of reasons why stress is not good for your physical health, but it's also not good for your mental health. When...

Mom & Dad

How to wind down from Christmas overload

The holidays are a festive time for making happy memories, but they’re also a source of stress for the entire family. Learn how to...

Stress

The best snacks to beat stress

Last-minute holiday shopping, dinner with the in-laws, office parties — this time of year can push your stress level to red alert....

Parenting Advice & Columns

Parenting Guru: How to parent with simplicity

Want to banish your kids' stress? Clear the clutter, take away the trinkets and bring on the rituals, says Kim John Payne, M.Ed.,...

Self Improvement & Mental Health

My life is in shambles: How to restart and put things in order

So, something happened, and you realized that your life is a disaster. How do you pick up from here? Here are four things you can do...

Stress

10 Ways to soothe yourself without food

How many times have you found yourself at the bottom of a pint of Peanut Butter Cup Ben & Jerry’s after a bad day? Though every...

Stress

How acupuncture can conquer your holiday stress

Poking your skin with needles may not sound like a soothing treatment, but the ancient Chinese therapy of acupuncture is reputed to...

Parenting Advice & Columns

Mom story: I run marathons for at-risk kids

Brooke Curran, 44, of Alexandria, Virginia, is a mother of three daughters ages 14, 17 and 19, and has 49 marathons (and counting)...

Children's Health

10 Tips to ease back to school anxiety

Did you know that anxiety issues are the most common mental health disorders in children? There are an estimated 18 million children...

Parenting Advice & Columns

Parenting Guru: Are your kids homework-trapped?

When does homework become too much? According to clinical psychologist Dr. Kenneth Goldberg, roughly 10 percent to 25 percent of...

Wellness

How music can make you stronger

A powerful force is pulsing from your speakers. The music you listen to can have a strong impact on your mind and body. Choose your...

Mom & Dad

Go to your happy place

Lunches packed? Check. Bills paid? Check. Underwear fished out of the toilet? Check. If you're a busy mom in need of a little TLC in...

Parenting Tips & Advice

Mommy meltdowns: Make it up to the kids

Let's face it, motherhood has its moments. And every mom has been there — lost her cool with the kids and wished she could take it...

Losing Weight

Why women who diet often gain weight

Enough with the calorie-counting and punishing workouts — our preoccupation with diet and weight is taking its toll, one expert...