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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...

Child Development & Health

Dreading the long summer with the kids?

The kids are counting down the days until summer vacation. Their excitement is palpable! Long, lazy days of doing nothing makes your...

Parenting How-to

How to sneak in a little me time

Being a parent isn't easy. If you aren't careful, you can find yourself stressed-out and exhausted. In order to take care of your...

Parenting Advice & Columns

Parenting Guru: When kids “catch” stress

David Code, Episcopal minister, father of two and author of Kids Pick Up on Everything: How Parental Stress is Toxic to Kids ,...

Fashion News & Trends

Ask Luke Reichle: The 60-second stress relief spa

You've got questions, and we've got answers! SheKnows' contributing beauty and style expert, Luke Reichle, is taking your...

Mom & Dad

Watching a parenting train wreck

Parenting is one of the hardest jobs in the world. Even the most measured, thoughtful, positive parent goes through tough times and...

Stress

3 Simple tips for a stress-free summer

Summer is just around the corner which means barbecues, long days at the beach, a party every weekend and, hopefully, a break from...

Stress

Should you take Xanax?

Increased heart rate, mind racing, sweaty palms, shortness of breath. These are all symptoms of something we've all felt at least...

Mom & Dad

Nap-time sanity savers

Is nap time your time to unwind, catch your breath, reorganize and prioritize? If not, it should be! Raising a small child is a lot...

Mom & Dad

Why "me time" is essential for your health

We often talk about needing a little "me time" but is it really that big of a deal? In one word -- yes! Carving out a little time...

Bargains, Savings & Shopping Tips

Stay sane while shopping with toddlers

We all know that shopping with little kids in tow can be a hassle, but you can't always leave them with the babysitter. Follow these...

Self Improvement & Mental Health

Mental health: 6 symptoms you shouldn’t ignore

You’ve been avoiding going to the doctor, hoping things will get better as time goes on. Stop waiting. There are mental health...

Child Development & Health

The big birthday party is so last year

In a child's mind, the yearly birthday party is practically mythic. It's the one day a year all about her: It's so much fun, all her...

Wedding Planning

Bride gone mad? How to deal with a bridezilla

Being in someone’s wedding party can be a lot of fun, but if that person turns out to be a dreaded bridezilla, you could be in for a...

Time Management

Working Mom 3.0: One less thing

Is overachieving leading you to undervalue your own health? In this issue of Working Mom 3.0, writer Stephanie Taylor Christensen...

Skincare

Top 5 budget-friendly tips for better beauty

Not every beauty secret comes in a bottle, jar or tube. That can get expensive! While we love having a wide array of beauty products...

Self Improvement & Mental Health

The science of thought: How changing your thoughts can change your health

We’ve all heard about the power of positive thinking, but can changing your thoughts really impact your health? Can you wipe out...

Mom & Dad

Did you babyproof your marriage?

You’ve got your baby on your breast, your 2-year-old tugging your arm and your husband tuning out your request to pass the flippin’...

Women's Health

6 Stretches for better posture

Good posture goes beyond sitting up straight. Slouching over a computer keyboard all day creates a chain reaction throughout your...

Stress

Get ready for the National Moment of Chill

One of the most stressful days of the year has to be the day when holiday credit card bills are due. All the holiday cheer wears off...

Bargains, Savings & Shopping Tips

Eliminate last-minute holiday shopping stress

If you aren't done with your Christmas shopping yet, don't stress out. Follow these tips to avoid mall rage and make your holiday...