• Signs That You're Being A Selfish Friend

    Friendships can be complicated. While some fighting is bound to happen between friends, good friends are usually able to work past their issues. What happens if you're the one causing trouble in a relationship, though? Is it possible that you're a selfish friend? How can you tell?

    By Christine Liwag Dixon January 1st, 2020 Read More
  • Why You Should Never Rub Whiskey On Baby's Gums

    There are old wives' tales that can explain just about everything, and while some of them can be fun to hear about, there are some that medicine and doctors want us to stay far away from. The one about putting whiskey on a baby's gums to help deal with teething pain is definitely up there.

    By Hope Ngo December 31st, 2019 Read More
  • The Truth About VSCO Girls

    So what, exactly, is a VSCO girl? Perhaps not surprisingly, VSCO girls seem to be a group defined almost entirely by their clothing, hairstyles, and accessories.

    By Maria Scinto December 30th, 2019 Read More
  • The Real Reason December Babies Are So Special

    While December babies may sound like they've drawn the short end of the birthday stick, surveys and studies indicate that in fact, the time of the year they were born might actually be giving them a special edge.

    By Hope Ngo December 30th, 2019 Read More
  • Thrift Store Items You Should Watch For In 2020

    Thrift store shopping at its best can be a great source of budget basics and luxury items alike, as long as you know which items to avoid. Plus, there's always the added incentive of scoring that once-in-a-lifetime find — something that's worth way more than the few bucks you dropped on it.

    By Maria Scinto December 30th, 2019 Read More
  • Places You Should And Shouldn't Donate Your Clothes

    We get it. Your closets are full and all you want to do is Marie Kondo your space so you can finally see everything you own. But before you start throwing all your unwanted items into a box and offering them to a local charity or thrift store, you may want to know where your clothes are going.

    By Hope Ngo December 23rd, 2019 Read More
  • Why Horoscopes Are Good For Your Mental Health

    Now, more than ever, you're grateful for horoscope apps that deliver a sassy reading about what you might expect today, or for the internet and its ability to deliver astrology readings that promise, really, life is about to turn a corner and get better.

    By Hope Ngo December 19th, 2019 Read More
  • Baby Items You Should And Shouldn't Buy At A Thrift Store

    While thrift stores might be a great place to stock up and save a few bucks, still, not all the baby gear there is going to be worth buying, and it can even be unsafe to do so. Check out this list for some tips on what baby items can be thrifted, and which ones you're better off buying new.

    By Maria Scinto December 19th, 2019 Read More
  • Baby Names No One Will Use In 2020

    Baby names can be hard to choose, especially in 2020. There are millions of baby names out there, but some more popular than others. As such, a lot of parents are curious as to what baby names are out for 2020. Here's what names probably won't be used much in 2020.

    By Korey Denton December 18th, 2019 Read More
  • Does Hairspray Really Remove Ink?

    There are a lot of ways you can stain your clothing, but one of the worst is ink. Whether it's from a pen leaking in your pocket, or your kid drawing on you, ink stains are truly stubborn. With so many methods of removal out there it can be tricky to know how to tackle it.

    By Christine Liwag Dixon December 18th, 2019 Read More
  • The Truth Behind Palm Reading

    Palm reading has been used to predict human destiny for thousands of years, but is there any actual truth to it? Science says no — there is absolutely no empirical evidence that shows predictions made using the lines on a person's palm have any relation to actual events.

    By Maria Scinto December 17th, 2019 Read More
  • The Real Reason The Bullet Journal Is So Effective

    With its bells and whistles, the organizer app on your smartphone might be a gift from the digital gods, but those who remain married to their pen-and-paper planners say bullet journaling is the way to go as it has clear benefits that you may not have thought of.

    By Hope Ngo December 17th, 2019 Read More
  • Things You Should Never Buy From A Thrift Store

    Thrift stores can be a bargain-hunter's paradise, especially when budgets are tight. As every smart thrift shopper knows, though, not everything that's for sale is going to be worth purchasing, no matter how low its price may be. Here's what the experts say to avoid when thrifting.

    By Maria Scinto December 13th, 2019 Read More
  • The Funniest Elf On The Shelf Ideas For 2019

    Some Elf on the Shelf ideas are incredibly creative. Others are super simple, because let's face it — sometimes it's 2 a.m. and you just want to stick the dang elf somewhere easy. But there are also plenty of funny Elf on the Shelf ideas floating around. Here are some of the good ones.

    By Hope Ngo December 13th, 2019 Read More
  • The Easiest Elf On The Shelf Ideas For 2019

    Adopting an elf for the Christmas season is a huge undertaking, and while Instagram and Pinterest are bursting with complicated and creative Elf on the Shelf ideas, you might just want some downright easy ones when you're short on time. Here are a few super-simple Elf suggestions to get you started.

    By Hope Ngo December 12th, 2019 Read More
  • The Most Creative Elf On The Shelf Ideas For 2019

    There are few things about Christmas that inspire as much passion (love and hatred) as Elf on the Shelf. Coming up with fun new hiding places and antics for your household's Elf on the Shelf can be a daunting task — but these clever ideas will be the standouts of the holiday season.

    By Hope Ngo December 11th, 2019 Read More
  • The Reason Your Sun Sign Meaning Is More Important Than You Thought

    Even folks who can't tell their moon signs from their rising signs usually know a thing or two about their sun signs. Masquerading in popular culture as horoscopes or "star signs," sun signs became a thing when astrology went mainstream in the 1930s. They may be more important than you thought.

    By Hope Ngo December 9th, 2019 Read More
  • The Most Popular Baby Girl Names Of This Past Decade

    What were the most popular baby girl names of the 2010s? Over the past decade, there have been quite a few baby girl names that have reigned supreme while others went in and out of fashion over the years. Here are the baby girl names parents just couldn't get enough of the last ten years.

    By Korey Denton December 5th, 2019 Read More
  • The Reason Your Moon Sign Meaning Is More Important Than You Thought

    Moon signs are identical to the symbols of astrology that we know, love, and whose characteristics we most likely reflect. But unlike sun signs, astrologers say we ought to be looking at our moon signs too, because they are just as important and are every bit as significant to our star charts.

    By Hope Ngo December 5th, 2019 Read More
  • The Most Unique Baby Names Of This Past Decade

    The 2010s were an interesting decade, and, in many ways, it was a game changer for baby names. Many parents worked hard to find a unique baby name for their little bundle of joy. Here are some of the loveliest and most unique baby names that parents gave to their babies this past decade.

    By Christine Liwag Dixon December 4th, 2019 Read More
  • What Your Baby's First Word Really Means

    Experts believe that the reason 'mama' and 'dada' are common first words is because they are both easy for babies to learn. Do those special first words mean what you really think though?

    By Phoebe McRae November 27th, 2019 Read More