February 08, 2020 at 01:00AM by CWC Whether they gave birth, used a surrogate, or adopted, first-time parents can face a lot of uncertainty in the first few months with a newborn. Early check-ins with pediatricians and OB-GYNs ensure that mom and baby are healthy, but those visits aren’t always
Category: Your Healthiest Relationship
This āPassion Triangleā quiz shows whatās missing in your long-term relationship
February 08, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC When you firstĀ fall in love with someone new there’s a fiery, extraordinarily horny adrenaline rush that makes even a trip to the farmer’s market an erotic experience. But as it grows into a long-term relationship or, y’know, a marriage, that passion simmers down,
Iām Gabi Butler from āCheer,ā and my workout isnāt over until I do this one thing
February 07, 2020 at 11:00PM by CWC You only need to watch a few minutes of Netflix’s docu-series Cheer to understand how the tough-as-nails squad at Navarro College wins national championships. Everyone’s new life coach Monica Aldama leads a team of cheerleaders that includes Jerry Harris, the motivational mat talk
A comprehensive stretching guide for people who sit all day long
February 07, 2020 at 10:00PM by CWC More often than not I’m twisted into some position that involves one or both of my feet being off the ground. Now, I’m not gonna pretend that sitting is hard work. But sometimes, whether you zoned out and stayed in one spot for
We asked experts to help us rank the 5 most popular alt-milks for sustainability
February 07, 2020 at 09:00PM by CWC If youāve ditched dairy for sustainability reasons, you probably assume that alt-milks like oat, soy, and dairy are better for the environment, period. Youāre right. But each type of plant milk does have an environmental impactāsome greater than others. However, understanding that impact
A definitive ranking of the best collagen-stimulating skin-care ingredients money can buy
February 07, 2020 at 08:00PM by CWC Collagen has become a beauty buzzword thanks to the fact that it results in plumper, stronger skin.Ā But before you go out and stock up on hundreds of dollars worth of collagen-infused skin-care, you should know that upping your collagen levels isn’t quite
The $50, dietitian-approved grocery list that opens the door for so. many. healthy meals
February 07, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC Walking into the grocery store without a plan of attack (also known as a “shopping list”) is a calculated risk. With so many shiny-new products hitting the shelves every single week, breaking the bank at Trader Joe’s or your supermarket of choice has
Adinkra guidance cards combine spiritual health and West African history to steer self care away from one-size-fits-all routines
February 07, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC Self care. Mindfulness. Staying present. These phrases are synonymous with todayās holistic health movement, but that doesnāt mean everyoneās approach to wellness is the same. For some, self care includes addressing past traumas; mindfulness involves applying ancient wisdom to contemporary challenges; and staying
You shouldnāt fear fats and oilsāthese are a functional medicine doctorās 5 healthy favorites
February 07, 2020 at 05:30PM by CWC We’ve certainly come a long way since the ’90sāand not just because someone figured out how to milk oats and almonds. By now, virtually all healthy eaters have come around and accepted that some types of fats (namely, unsaturated ones) are full of
The full snow moon is in Leoāand itās gifting each sign a wintertime jolt of energy
February 07, 2020 at 05:00PM by CWC During last month’s full moon in Cancer, we collectively felt all the feels. But the full moon this monthāthe second of the decadeāis in Leo, so things will carry on a bit differently. Nicknamed the snow moon, it takes place on Sunday, February
3 steps to stop self-sabotaging behavior from ruining your potentialĀ and happiness
February 07, 2020 at 04:00PM by CWC Ever have something really great happen in your life and then you follow it up with an action that’s deeply self-sabotaging? If so, you’re not alone; whether or not we consciously realize it, many of us engage in activity that directly stunts our
How to increase flexibility throughout your entire body, according to pro stretchers
February 07, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC If you’ve never been able to touch your toes, fear not: It’s totally possible to increase flexibility. But like getting stronger, faster, or better at anything in your life, you’ve gotta work at it, and that starts with targeting the right muscles. Certain
There are 3 different friend types, and knowing yours can lead to more fulfilling relationships
February 07, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC I could plot out a linear map of the course my life has taken to this point based solely on a handful of close friendships. Even though each pal is a unique snowflake, the retrospective viewpoint I now have has distilled the reality
How your perception is your reality, according to psychologists
February 07, 2020 at 12:00PM by CWC There are two types of people in this world: those whoĀ view the glass as half-full, and those who see the glass as half-empty. This phenomenon is called perception, and our perceptions profoundly impact how we experience life. “Perception molds, shapes, and influences our
3 easy habits to add to your routine if your new yearās goals could use a boost
February 07, 2020 at 10:00AM by CWC We’re one month into the new year, which means it’s time to check the pulse on the goals you set for yourself in January. Are you on track and totally crushing them? Or did you abandon ship on day two? Somewhere in between?
8 easy high-protein plant-based meals you can make in your Instant Pot
February 07, 2020 at 02:00AM by CWC When trying to focus on plant-based eating, getting enough protein is often a top concern. Sure, you’ve probably heard that foods like tofu, beans, and chickpeas are good sources of the nutrient, but the advice often stops there. What’s less clear is how
How connecting with my spiritual side has helped me better manage my anxiety
February 07, 2020 at 01:00AM by CWC Full disclosure: I overthink everything. Literallyāfrom what foods I should eat to how many articles I can write a day as a freelance writer, itās all chaos in my mind. Many times, my fear of the future paralyzes me to the point where
This $6 drugstore ābody conditionerā is your in-shower dry skin solution
February 07, 2020 at 12:00AM by CWC You know how sometimes, no matter how much water you drink, you can never seem to quench your thirst? The same can happen with your skināespecially in this freezing, dry time of the year. All of your usually dependable body lotions and oils
I tried 3 morning routines, and they worked so well Iām still waking up at 4:45 a.m.
February 06, 2020 at 11:18PM by CWC [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dIrRsGzTU9w] Swatch a thousand foundations? Set your alarm for 2:30 a.m. in the name of nailing the morning routine? Sleep with a robot? Testing the latest and greatest that wellness has to offer is just another day on the job for Zoƫ
Iām an endurance athlete, but running a short race was harder than the marathon
February 06, 2020 at 07:30PM by CWC Long distances get all the glory. Marathon training, in particular, begs for praise. After all, a cool 20-mile training run over a weekend adds up to two or three weeks worth of cardio for some. But the thing about running marathons is this:
Trader Joeās new vegan chicken-less seasoning goes with *everything*
February 06, 2020 at 07:00PM by CWC Vegans might not eat chicken, butāsurprise!āsome of us still love the taste of chicken seasonings. It doesnāt matter whether itās nostalgic chicken noodle soup, perfectly-crispy tenders, or chicken and veggie skewersā¦ itās all delicious and easy to make plant-based. And with a new
This 91-year-oldās workout routine proves itās never too late to get moving
February 06, 2020 at 06:37PM by CWC At 91-years-young, Lloyd Blackāa retired teacher in Semmes, Alabamaājust became Member of the Month at his local Anytime Fitness. After gym manager Ashley Seaman congratulated Black in a Facebook post, his thrice-weekly exercise habit went viralāand frankly, have you everĀ been more inspired to
Why isnāt anyone talking about prenatal depression?
February 06, 2020 at 06:00PM by CWC When Hitha Palepu was pregnant with her second child, she experienced two significantāand scaryāpanic attacks. āThe second panic attack happened when I was at the end of my first trimester,ā she recalls. āI think it was work stress, the stress of taking care
Only 2 beauty companies made the A-List of a major sustainability report
February 06, 2020 at 05:53PM by CWC As we evolve into more conscientious consumers, more and more brands are formulating products with ingredient lists that are cruelty-free, vegan, and environmentally responsible. With a climate crisis upon us, shopping sustainably isn’t just the right thing to do, it’s the smart thing
The calorie is out, and qualitative eating is in. Finally.
February 06, 2020 at 04:25PM by CWC Youāve heard the old adage: ācalories in, calories out.ā It’s the concept that a person can manage their weight by simply burning more calories through exercise than they consume in foodāand it was one of the guiding forces in nutrition for the past
Iām a sexologist, and this is what I would look for before investing in a sex toy
February 06, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC You always remember your first. Something simple, perhaps with a wire (how quaint!). Or maybe it was battery powered with realĀ batteriesāAA and everything. The day that we bring home our first vibrator is a huge milestone, and thatās why if Old Faithful gets
10 easy-to-digest foods to eat when your gut is feeling out of sorts
February 06, 2020 at 03:00PM by CWC Benjamin Franklin once said that we can only expect two things from life: death and taxes. Well, there’s actually a third thing that the Founding Father neglected to add to the list, and that is digestive issues. (Sorry, Ben, but you know it’s
5 whisper-quiet hair dryers we canāt stop talking about
February 06, 2020 at 02:00PM by CWC Weāve all been there: Weāre at the salon getting our hair blown out or standing in our bathroom attempting to style our hair ourselves, only for someone to try to start a full-blown conversation amongst the racket. What usually ensues is a lot
Iām the biggest podcast fan I know, but the constant information in my ears stresses me out
February 06, 2020 at 01:00PM by CWC I scheduled my podcast listening like I schedule my workouts: Book Riot on Monday,Ā J Train on Tuesday,Ā U Up?Ā on Wednesday, That’s So Retrograde on Thursday. And so on, and so forth. The charismatic hosts of these shows stuck with me during my morning commute,
How an RD stays energized all dayāeven when winter is hitting extra hard
February 06, 2020 at 10:00AM by CWC Picture this: You’re at work. It feels like you’ve been there for days. You look outside to find near darkness, but the clock on your computer reads 4 p.m. What is this madness, you might be asking? Well, it’s February. The shortest month