http://www.sheknows.com/ Sun, 12 May 2013 00:11:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/992253/meditation-and-breathing-techniques-for-reducing-stress Is your mind cluttered with overwhelming thoughts, internal dialogue and distraction? Read how some basic breathing techniques can put that all behind as you find clarity and composure. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/992253/meditation-and-breathing-techniques-for-reducing-stress Health & Wellness Guest Author Sun, 05 May 2013 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/991243/the-science-of-laughter You know what they say is the best medicine. Check out some fun facts you might not have known about laughter! http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/991243/the-science-of-laughter Health & Wellness Self Improvement & Mental Health Patricia Conte Thu, 11 Apr 2013 11:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/987959/mothers-voice-lowers-stress From childhood and well into adulthood, all of us experience stress in varying degrees. Because anxiety and tension are just a part of life, it makes sense to find coping strategies that work for you. One of those strategies may be calling mom. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/987959/mothers-voice-lowers-stress Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Child Development & Health Tiernan McKay Tue, 26 Mar 2013 06:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/985825/6-simple-ways-to-create-your-own-bathroom-spa Craving the tranquility of the spa but not its impact on your wallet? Discover six simple ways to transform your bathroom into a zen retreat. http://www.sheknows.com/home-and-gardening/articles/985825/6-simple-ways-to-create-your-own-bathroom-spa Home Décor & Style Maria Mora Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982281/acupuncture-for-infertility A common and effective practice of Traditional Chinese Medicine today is to have an acupuncture treatment immediately before and immediately after IVF. Studies have shown this practice to increase the number of resulting pregnancies by as much as 50 percent as compared to IVF treatments that did not employ TCM concurrently. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/982281/acupuncture-for-infertility Parenting Having a Baby Conceiving Tonya Wertman Wed, 20 Feb 2013 09:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1379/give-yourself-more-time Your day starts in a rush and continues on pretty much at the same pace until the end of the day when you collapse on your bed and have to struggle to quiet your mind chatter so you can get some sleep and do it all over again. Does this sound familiar? How would it feel to have more time to do the things you love doing and to feel more at peace as you go through your day? It is possible. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/1379/give-yourself-more-time Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad SheKnows Editors Sat, 16 Feb 2013 03:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/983391/stress-relief-through-technology It might seem contrary to conventional wisdom, but when you’re stressed, technology can help! http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/983391/stress-relief-through-technology Health & Wellness Stress Patricia Conte Tue, 25 Dec 2012 07:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/978865/the-secrets-of-happy-women Have a friend who seems totally put together and cheerful all the time? That woman can be you. Find out what six real moms do to stay happy, healthy and satisfied. http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/978865/the-secrets-of-happy-women Parenting Parenting Tips & Advice Mom & Dad Maria Mora Fri, 14 Dec 2012 14:00:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/850121/how-to-reduce-the-stress-of-the-holidays With the countdown until Christmas in full swing, your stress levels are likely out of control. But don't let this festive time of year freak you out. With a little planning and even some downtime, you'll be ready to celebrate the holidays... sans meltdowns! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/850121/how-to-reduce-the-stress-of-the-holidays Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Moms Guide: Time Management Kori Ellis Mon, 03 Dec 2012 03:50:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/978355/best-mind-body-workouts The new year means starting a fitness program to slim down and shape up. But after a few weeks, the New Year's resolution to work out peters out. Why is it so difficult to find effective workouts that are sustainable for the entire year? Most of the problem may lie in the workouts themselves — perhaps they aren't what your body really wants. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/978355/best-mind-body-workouts Health & Wellness Diet & Fitness Exercise & Fitness Dr. Isaac Eliaz Thu, 22 Nov 2012 03:16:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/977205/easy-ways-to-ease-holiday-stress Feeling a bout of seasonal stress coming on? It’s perfectly normal, but it doesn’t have to drag you down. This year it’s time to take back the calm, no matter what the holidays have in store for you -- and we’re here to show you how. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/977205/easy-ways-to-ease-holiday-stress Health & Wellness Stress Jessica Padykula Wed, 07 Nov 2012 04:06:00 -0800 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/975515/5-ways-to-relieve-holiday-stress The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but the holiday season seems to be the most stressful time of the year. Instead of accepting stress as part of the holiday theme, ask yourself "What are the healthiest things I can do for myself?" You're not being selfish, you're simply taking the right steps to the most peaceful and enjoyable holiday season of your life—and you can be an inspiration for others to do the same. Here are five ways to find peace in the holiday chaos. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/975515/5-ways-to-relieve-holiday-stress Health & Wellness Stress Rev. George McLaird Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/808040/5-ways-to-stress-less-about-housework As a mom you can often feel like a gerbil scrambling in its wheel. No matter how furiously you wash and fold the laundry, you can never quite conquer the piles that continuously mount in the hamper. While it's important that your kids have clean underwear and socks, check out these five things you can do right now to slash your stress over the burden of dreaded housework and lighten your load. Housework doesn't have to cause anxiety! http://www.sheknows.com/parenting/articles/808040/5-ways-to-stress-less-about-housework Parenting Super Moms Guide Super Moms Guide: Cooking & Cleaning Melissa Chapman Fri, 24 Aug 2012 07:00:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/962846/how-to-turn-your-bathroom-into-a-home-spa Having a relaxing spa experience doesn't have to cost you an arm and a leg. Steal a few hours for yourself and create your own personal spa at home. Natural, homemade products, fresh scents and relaxing music will give you the feel of a spa experience without ever leaving your home. http://www.sheknows.com/how-to/articles/962846/how-to-turn-your-bathroom-into-a-home-spa How-To Home How-tos Alicia French Tue, 31 Jul 2012 12:06:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/967007/working-mom-30-live-in-the-now When you’re a stay at home working mom, you're constantly doing, but there are huge benefits to taking time to stop, be present and enjoy the moment. In this issue of Working Mom 3.0, writer Stephanie Taylor Christensen explores how deliberately tuning into the present can increase your life satisfaction — and decrease your stress. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/967007/working-mom-30-live-in-the-now Living Career and Time Management Time Management Stephanie Taylor Christensen Mon, 18 Jun 2012 15:30:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/962878/readers-reveal-their-ideal-vacation What’s your idea of a perfect vacation? That’s what we asked our readers, and the results were somewhat surprising. http://www.sheknows.com/living/articles/962878/readers-reveal-their-ideal-vacation Living Travel SheKnows Living Editors Mon, 09 Apr 2012 07:11:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/956209/10-places-you-should-go-for-stress-relief Everyone needs to get away to get relief from stress at some point. However, actually getting away can be difficult. Sometimes a few hours is all a busy schedule can afford, so if your brain needs a break from all the commotion in your life, here are 10 places you can go for a little relief. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/956209/10-places-you-should-go-for-stress-relief Health & Wellness Diet & Fitness Christy Pogorelac Thu, 05 Apr 2012 07:15:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/955195/best-foods-for-tax-season-stress-relief Not only is preparing your taxes stressful enough, if you don't have the luxury of getting a refund, financial strain can also send you into an eating frenzy. Instead of succumbing to emotional eating and junk food gorging, put these five stress relieving foods on your menu. http://www.sheknows.com/food-and-recipes/articles/955195/best-foods-for-tax-season-stress-relief Food & Recipes Healthy Recipes & Nutrition Michele Borboa, MS Sun, 18 Sep 2011 08:49:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/841815/diy-massage-for-sore-muscles In a perfect world, chocolate would be calorie-free, high heels comfortable and we'd all have personal massage therapists to unkink our knots after a stressful day. But we live in the real world, so we limit indulgences, pretend we're comfortable wearing four-inch heels and treat ourselves to a massage when the budget allows. What’s a stressed-out, tight-muscle girl to do? Learn a DIY massage for sore muscles! http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/841815/diy-massage-for-sore-muscles Health & Wellness Stress Linda Melone, CSCS Tue, 16 Aug 2011 12:57:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/838827/6-blues-busting-strategies On days where nothing seems to go right, when you’re feeling down and you can’t bear the thought of facing the day , it can be tempting to crawl into bed and stay there, cocooned under the covers. But hiding from the world when you’re in a funk isn’t always the best idea. There are things to do, people to see and deadlines to meet – that likely won’t wait for you to come out from under your duvet. To help you feel better sooner, we've put together some simple strategies for shaking off the temporary blues. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/838827/6-blues-busting-strategies Health & Wellness Self Improvement & Mental Health Happiness & Friendship Jessica Padykula Mon, 30 May 2011 11:28:00 -0700 http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/831889/6-simple-stress-busting-strategies Summer is no time to let stress get the best of you. There’s fresh air to enjoy, sunshine to soak up , pools to dive into and national parks to visit. If you’re already shaking your head, thinking there’s no way you can do any of the above without a meltdown, it’s time to say no to stress so you can enjoy summer sans anxiety. Looming deadlines, never-ending to-dos and family commitments can easily turn summer into your least favorite season -- but it’s time to change all that with our simple, stress-busting strategies for a fun and happy summer. http://www.sheknows.com/health-and-wellness/articles/831889/6-simple-stress-busting-strategies Health & Wellness Stress Jessica Padykula