Healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
Mental Health
Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
Public health
Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
Health
Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.
samedi 28 mai 2016
25+ Tostada Recipes That'll Leave You Licking Your Fingers
Tostadas really bring together the best of Mexican food. The crunchy tortilla base is small and easy to handle with your hands, which reminds us of delicious and snackable tacos. But its toppings are usually elaborate and copious, which is reminiscent of a burrito. What we're saying is, tostadas are the perfect balance and there's no reason you shouldn't love them and eat them as much as possible.
You can enjoy pulled pork, tinga chicken, shrimp ceviche, chorizo, refried black beans, even veggie-only options if you look ahead for more than 25 scrumptious recipes. Once you've picked your menu for the night, find a tequila cocktail to pair it with.
17 of Selena Gomez's Sexiest Bikini Photos
You already know Selena Gomez is super sexy, and with even the most minimal insight, you probably also deducted that some of her hottest moments have come to us while she's been at the beach or by the pool in a skimpy swimsuit. And that's because the "Hands to Myself" singer, who is currently on her Revival tour, isn't shy about showing off her gorgeous figure, often sharing sultry bikini photos on her Instagram for all of us to feast on.
Ahead we present to you those pictures and more, without further commentary - because they really don't need it and, let's be honest, you weren't going to read it anyway. Get ready to be sizzled by Selena's hottest bikini photos yet!
Easy Braided Crown Tutorial You Can Do With Your Short Hair
The following post was originally featured on Birdie Shoots and written by Kelly Torrez, who is part of POPSUGAR Select Latina.
Talk about a productive weekend, between birthday parties and family dinners, I was able to sneak in some serious QT with the blog. Lately, I feel as though I haven't been showing the beauty and hair section of my blog enough love. Through both pin-spiration and a few Instagram screen-saves, I've been loving braided half-up styles. I love how this carefree style has an edge, while also being practical for hot Summer days.
The style itself is pretty basic, aside from knowing how to create a dutch or french braid, and this will work with either technique. For this tutorial, I'm focusing on a dutch braid, as I like the volume and texture that it gives to the crown.
- Start with dry hair, and part hair down the center.
- Using your index fingers, part your hair at the crown, separating the top section from the bottom. Keep hair tied back with an elastic.
- Make sure sections to the left and right of the center part are relatively even and both have a similar amount of hair.
- Clip one section of hair down and focus on dutch braiding toward the back of the head, in a horizontal fashion (i.e., not framing the face). Once you reach the top of the back your head, secure with a clear elastic or bobby pin.
- Repeat step four, again securing once you reach the end.
The Evolution of Queen Letizia and King Felipe's Love
For the past 13 years - since they announced their engagement in 2003 - Queen Letizia and King Felipe VI of Spain have shared with us more than a few sweet moments. Their glamorous wedding in 2004 was a true fairy-tale event; the birth of their two daughters, Princess Leonor and Infanta Sofía, a cause for major celebration; and their everyday official appearances and trips, always total treats where they look smiley and just absolutely happy.
From the way Felipe helps Letizia down the steps every time she's in heels to the mischievous looks and whispers they share at public hearings, it's pretty obvious that the affection between these two lovebirds only gets stronger as time goes by. They truly are one supercute couple - see what we mean by scrolling through their most adorable moments here.
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The CDC Finds That Public Swimming Pools Are Way Filthier Than We Think
While public swimming pools haven't always been regarded as shining beacons of immaculate sanitation, a recent study from the Center For Disease Control and Prevention finds that they may be worse off than we thought.
The CDC recently published a report that looked at public swimming facilities in Arizona, California, Florida, New York, and Texas in an attempt to assess pool-related disease outbreaks and other injuries. The findings were pretty dismal: about 80 percent of the pools they looked at violated proper inspection requirements, and some of them were so egregious they were forced to immediately close until further notice.
Some of the violations included faulty fences and gates to prevent younger children from falling in deeper pools, however, some of the more alarming violations included improper pH and disinfectant levels that are meant to stop the spread of diseases relating to fecal matter and parasites. This proved to be a particular problem in smaller children's pools that didn't have the correct levels to maintain sanitation, especially considering that little ones don't always have their bathroom skills down.
We're hoping that this semi-alarming report will call for some drastic improvements so that everyone can continue enjoying this summertime activity and fitness staple.
The Best F*cking Guided Meditation You've Ever Heard
For those constantly looking for the antidote for life's daily stresses and worries, meditation can have an enormous impact on the way you view the world - and it's not just hippie bullsh*t. Study after study has shown a correlation between meditation and reduction of gray matter in the amygdala, the region connected to anxiety and emotional regulation. It's been proven to lengthen your attention span, lessen stress levels, and decrease insomnia by 42 percent. And with just two months of a consistent practice, meditation literally changes your brain chemistry, making you more resilient when difficult situations arise.
With all that said, it can be really f*cking hard to sit still for 10 minutes, and that's where this hilarious and surprisingly calming meditation video from Jason Headley comes in handy. If guided meditations have been too strange, far-out, or boring for you in the past, prepare to breathe in the good sh*t and exhale the bad sh*t with this hysterical NSFW-language-filled video.
Grilled Veggie Recipes Even Burger-Lovers Will Crave
Veggie burgers and corn on the cob aren't the only things on the barbecue menu for vegetarians. Follow these tips for making you a pro at grilling veggies, and get inspired by these creative recipes featuring those delicious grillables.
vendredi 27 mai 2016
Get Ready to Hit Repeat on Shakira and Carlos Vives's New Song, "La Bicicleta"
After building serious anticipation on social media, Shakira and Carlos Vives finally released their duet, "La Bicicleta," on May 27. The Colombian-born singers recently caught our eye when they were spotted having a blast in Barranquilla filming the music video for the tune, and now that the official audio is beautifully streaming through our headphones, we know why. It's playful. It's summery. It's everything you want to hear on a breezy bike ride. So, what are you waiting for? Press play above to hear it for yourself - just in time for some Memorial Day fun. When it's over, keep the party going and turn up our Summer playlist.
Everything You Need to Know If You're Booking a Trip to Havana
No matter their political view on the current government of the island, most people who've visited Cuba agree there isn't another place in the world quite like it!
Lately, the country has been prominently displayed on headlines - from its medical achievements to the Obamas' historic visit and even Chanel's 2017 Resort fashion show. With this surge of interest and a loosening in the restrictions to travel to Cuba, you've probably seen your social media flooded with vacation photos from Havana. And if the gorgeous sights of the city have given you the travel bug, here are the basics you'll need for your trip, including a brief (but important) history lesson, travel prep tips, and a list of spots you cannot miss.
21 #MealPrep Ideas That Are Anything but Boring
Do you #MealPrep? Meal prepping, or making your weekly breakfasts, lunches, and sometimes dinners ahead of time, is the craze sweeping the nation. Many self-confessed meal preppers often take to Instagram to show off their ingenuity and handiwork. People on special diets, such as Paleo or those on Weight Watchers, have long enjoyed meal prepping, since it can be hard to pick up dishes that conform to their strict needs on a whim.
Now, meal prepping is going mainstream as more and more people try to get a handle on the week ahead. It's also a great way to ensure you eat healthy and often for less than buying meals out. In fact, meal prepping is getting a downright gourmet makeover - check out these 21 inspiring examples of #mealprep!
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Heimlich uses famed life-saving manoeuvre for 1st time — saving woman's life
The 96-year-old Cincinnati surgeon credited with developing his namesake Heimlich manoeuvre recently used the emergency technique for the first time himself to save a woman choking on food at his senior living centre.
Gordon Ramsay's Transformative Way to Scramble Eggs
Yes, there are a million different scrambled eggs techniques out there, but Gordon Ramsay's will be your full-stop method. While at a press event to promote his new game with Glu Mobile, I asked chef Ramsay to go through the proper way to scramble eggs. His unique method has a heartwarming tale:
"After training in London, I wanted to become French, so I went to the birthplace of all cuisine. I remember seeing this amazing dish with scrambled eggs and sea urchin. I tasted the sea urchin through the scrambled eggs . . . and they topped it with caviar. I thought it was wild. I had never put sea urchin in scrambled eggs. The texture was just incredible. It made it so much creamier. What was more accessible to the average person at home making scrambled eggs - I knew that was crème fraiche. I perfected that craft in France making scrambled eggs to order, standing in Guy Savoy's restaurant behind the line as a 22-year-old."
But crème fraiche isn't the only thing that makes these scrambled eggs different from the rest. It's cooked in a pot! The eggs aren't seasoned from the start! Most of the cooking is done off the flame! Are you baffled yet? Me too, which is why I had to try the method out for myself. So where to begin? Start by watching Gordon's YouTube video. He shared a hilarious story about it:
I think there's about 15 million people online who have [watched] that scrambled eggs video. And it transforms the way you eat eggs. Incredible. It's a kind of rich, sumptuous way to eat scrambled eggs even for dinner, even with all the steps. It's just delicious on sourdough bread. My video, with 15 million downloads on YouTube, I burn the f*cking toast. I'm not so far down my backside. I make mistakes. I just start again. It's funny. I'm so into my scrambled eggs, focusing away. Fire alarm is going off and I burn my toast."
Like Gordon, my first attempt didn't go off hitch-free. I'm unfortunately going to need a few more practices to end up with perfectly custardy, voluminous eggs like Gordon, but what I did make was truly exceptional and unlike any scrambled eggs I've ever had before. I can't wait to keep on practicing, and neither will you once you've memorized the steps.
Keep Bread Fresh (Practically) Forever With This Trick
Few things are sadder than tossing out a stale half-loaf of beautiful artisanal (or homemade) bread. The problem: said beautiful bread lacks the stabilizers present in commercial presliced loaves, and so it goes from rocking your world to rock-hard ridiculously fast. The solution: eat more bread a simple trick involving your freezer.
Here's what you should do:
- Within 24 hours (maximum) of cutting into a loaf, slice up the remaining bread. (Don't wait until it's already turned the corner; at that point, your best bet is giving leftovers a second life as croutons, breadcrumbs, or bread pudding.) Don't just stick the bread in the freezer unsliced. Unless your kitchen is equipped with a buzz saw, there's no chance you're going to be able to slice it without thawing the entire loaf first (trust us, we've tried).
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment or wax paper, arrange the slices in one layer on top of that, and put it in the freezer, uncovered, until frozen solid. (The parchment will prevent the gorgeous, moist crumb of the bread from sticking to the pan, and the single layer will prevent the slices from freezing stuck to each other.)
- Once the bread slices are frozen, transfer them to a resealable freezer bag, removing as much air from the bag as possible.
- When a bread craving hits, take out just as many slices of bread as you'll eat then, and either let them thaw at room temperature, or put them directly in the toaster (they'll take about one extra minute to toast). The texture of the bread will be about 95 percent as good as fresh bread and far better than second-day, already-starting-to-go-stale bread. Stored frozen (in a resealable freezer bag), sliced bread will stay fresh and delicious for at least six months, if not longer.
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This Is How All Your Favorite Chefs Cook Steak
Steak is one of those things that intimidates a lot of people but really shouldn't. If you've ever struggled with cooking the perfect steak, this list of tips should help. We've turned to some of our favorite Food Network personalities and more celebrity chefs for their steakhouse-worthy cooking methods.
Alton Brown: Pan-Seared and Oven-Baked
For pan-seared rib eyes, Alton Brown recommends two key things: bring the steak to room temperature (it cooks quicker this way), and heat a cast-iron skillet in the oven while the oven heats to 500 degrees. He doesn't use the oven until the steaks have been seared first, but heating up the skillet before putting it on the stove helps get the process started and ensure a completely heated-through pan.
Giada De Laurentiis: Add Italian Flavors
Giada's Tuscan rib-eye steak recipe proves everything is better with Italian flair. If you're into rosemary, thyme, garlic, and lemon (who isn't?), this is the best way to cook your steak.
Ree Drummond: Butter-Rubbed Grill Pan
The Pioneer Woman's first blog post to go viral was titled "How to Cook a Steak," and it's easy to see why. Her "never-fail arsenal" is just three ingredients: "Lawry's Seasoned Salt, McCormick Lemon Pepper, and a nice stick of regular (salted) butter." Ree advises coating a hot grill pan in butter before searing the steaks. In the post, she promises, "If you cook it for your friends, they'll never invite you over to their house for dinner again. You will have permanently raised the bar."
Gordon Ramsay: Baste With Butter
It's no surprise that Gordon Ramsay's tip for steak is the same as his tip for burgers: baste with butter. Besides the fact that fat makes everything taste better, Gordon explains that coating steak with melted butter "gives it a nice nutty brown finish."
Ina Garten: Steakhouse-Style Filet Mignon
Leave it to The Barefoot Contessa to school us in making a restaurant-worthy dish at home. If you're feeling fancy and opt for filet mignon, you'll want to use a generous coating of fleur de sel and coarsely cracked black peppercorns to achieve a perfect crust. If you follow her recipe to a T, you'll be the one saying, "How easy is that?"
Chrissy Teigen: Soak in a Garlicky Marinade
Chrissy Teigen admits in her cookbook, Cravings, that she's normally a traditionalist when it comes to steak (page 206), but her husband John Legend's "best marinade in existence" changed her mind. A lot goes into it - soy sauce and garlic, for starters - and after marinating for eight hours, you're on your way to juicy, flavor-packed steak. "I would probably still go simple if I was staring at the most beautiful piece of beef I've ever seen, but use this tangy marinade on a nice, solid rib eye, and I promise you, it will be hard for you to have it any other way," she wrote.
Tom Colicchio: Grill on Each Side
Top Chef's Tom Colicchio recommends turning the steak a total of six times while it's on the grill (grill it for three to four minutes on each side, including the edges). He also recognizes that quality is more important than quantity when it comes to steak. In an interview with POPSUGAR, he said, "start with buying the perfect steak - you can't buy a lousy piece of meat and make it great."
Bobby Flay: Perfectly Grilled
Bobby Flay, master of the grill, doesn't bother with anything complicated for his perfectly grilled steak recipe. All you need is steak, oil, and salt and pepper - and Bobby always recommends oiling the meat itself, not the grill or pan.
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Be a Part of Our 4-Week Beginner Bodyweight Challenge
If you're completely new to strength training, doing bodyweight exercises is a great starting point - since you don't need any equipment, you can do them anywhere, anytime. This four-week challenge incorporates six basic moves designed to target all your major muscle groups.
Here are instructions for the six different moves, followed by a four-week plan. Follow the plan and adjust it as needed according to your schedule and ability level.
The Only "Bikini-Body" Advice You Need
Before you rock your bikini and expose more skin than usual, it's natural to feel a little nervous. If you can relate to this sentiment, then forget what everyone else will be thinking and start focusing on how you want to be feeling. Looking good in a bikini doesn't necessarily mean having a rock-hard body - it's all about your confidence! If you're tired of being in a cover-up all Summer long, then take these tips to heart the next time you slip your suit on.
Your Suit
While almost no one loves to go swimsuit shopping, it doesn't have to be such a painful process. Bring a close confidant or trusted friend along for advice, and take a few moments to touch up your hair, shave your legs, and add a little self-tanner. If you feel comfortable in your appearance from the start of this shopping trip, then it will be easier to keep up your confidence once the street clothes come off. Once you're in the store, grab a variety of suits in tons of sizes and styles to find the best bathing suit for your body. This will not be a quick in-and-out trip; you're going to need to spend a decent amount of time trying things on to find out what feels best.
Your Diet
A strict, unwavering diet is not sustainable for continued success. Even nutritionist Heidi Skolnik says there's "nothing pretty [about] looking four pounds thinner because [you] starved yourself the week before." Instead of keeping a rigid list of foods you can't have before you sport a bikini, focus on what you can (and should) enjoy all the time: clean, unprocessed whole foods. If you're one day out from the beach and in a bind, then try our one-day debloating meal plan full of fresh, satisfying recipes. You can't make a huge change overnight, but choosing foods that serve your body will help you feel lighter the next day.
Your Posture
Good posture is not only essential for your spine's health, but it can also help you look 10 pounds thinner. If you know you tend to slouch, then visualize your new posture not like the letter "C" but more like the letter "S." Untuck your pelvis, engage your abs, and drop your shoulders back and away from your ears. This physical shift in your stance is a great tip not only for wearing a bikini but also for looking and feeling more confident wherever you are!
Your Attitude
If you're committed to seeing big changes in your body, then start an exercise regimen at least six weeks out. But when you're not trying to take off extra pounds, that's cool, too! Bikini season is full of certain stresses, but remember that it's also a blast. So many months out of the year we're bundled up indoors, doing our best to stay warm. Summer is all about sunshine, warm weather, and taking time to relax. With so much pressure to look perfect in a bikini, the best thing you can do is take a step back and chill. Recognize that while outside sources are sending specific messages, you are the only person who can change the way you feel about your body.
Why an Active Chill Day Feels Better Than Couch Time
Take a well-deserved rest day. After all, a day off allows your muscles to recover, rebuild, and become stronger. But chill days in the 21-Day Summer Shape-Up Challenge aren't just for lounging on the couch. To speed your recovery and get your blood flowing to help feed your weary muscles, take yourself for a 20-minute stroll, bike ride, jog, or swim, and then show your muscles some TLC with massage and stretching. Here's our simple prescription for making the most of your rest day.
Roll It Out
A weekly massage would be great for your body but not so great for your wallet. Instead, invest in a foam roller for some DIY muscle relief. Roll out knotted muscles and prime tight spots before stretching. Here are three resources to kick off your massage session.
- Foam rolling to energize tired legs
- A video tutorial to check out a roller in action
- Back massage with a roller to feel taller instantly
Stretch It Out
After walking and rolling, lengthen tight muscles with some stretching. Pick one or two stretches for each body part, and hold your stretches for 30 seconds each.
Enjoy your chill day!
From Ranch to Hummus: 24 Healthy Dip Recipes
It's not really a party until the dip shows up. Good with veggies, fruit, and pita bread, the sheer variety of dips makes them an easy crowd-pleaser. If you've got a party coming up and want to get crazy with the dip but also want to keep calories and fat down, we've got 24 recipes for you to make!
Pastel Hair: 5 Ways to Choose a Soft Color For Summer
Since rainbow hair first started trending in the past few years, we've fallen hard for all ways of wearing this style: colorful roots, secret underlights, and, now, pastels.
Just as one could lighten their brunette, blond, or red locks for Summer, it's possible to take a bold rainbow hue and turn it into a soft pastel. It's a subtle variation on the trend - but one that will still result in Instagram-worthy color. While the old DIY lemon juice hack works to add natural highlights, the complexities of achieving a pastel shade tend to require a professional stylist - read on for inspiration you can take to your next appointment.
You'll Never Again Go a Day Without Sunscreen After Watching This
If you're still making excuses about sunscreen, maybe this video will change your mind. Artist Thomas Leveritt had women and men of all ages view their faces under an ultraviolet lens, and the results were shocking! An ultraviolet camera is like the truth serum of skin care: it shows both your future and your past. Too much time unprotected in the sun or in the tanning bed reveals freckles, age spots, and sun damage. These spots aren't visible to the naked eye but can appear over time. On the other hand, children (or vigilant sunscreen wearers) appear flawless.
Dermatologists have told us time and time again that SPF is the greatest defense against aging. Under an ultraviolet camera, it shows up as a black barrier against UVA and UVB rays. So, the big takeaway? Put on a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher every day, not just on beach vacations or during sunny Summer Saturdays. You'll be glad you did when those brown spots never rise to the surface. In the meantime, see your dermatologist to get any moles checked for melanoma.
When It Comes to Beauty Style, Normani Kordei Is Work, Work, Workin' It
The women of Fifth Harmony have evolved from X Factor alumnae to a girl-group phenomenon. In unison, the quintet delivers hit after hit, engaging a world of fans through music and straight-up girl power. But as individuals, each lady has unique qualities that mesh like magic on stage.
As Fifth Harmony continues to transform, it's a challenge for us to pick a front runner of the group. A quick scroll through each of their Instagram accounts proves that not only do the girls have a cult following as a unit, but as distinct personalities, too.
Amongst the Harmonizers with the most fixated fans is 19-year-old vocalist Normani Kordei. With the post of just one selfie, 1.6 million people (on Instagram alone!) double tap and admire the young star. Recently, she has been the center of buzz surrounding a solo career. Whether or not that rumor holds any truth, it totally makes sense. Normani has the ability to transform on stage and rock just about any beauty look with confidence, along with her vocal talent.
She's dabbled with multicolored locks and switched her strands to the trendiest haircuts. In addition to her performance style, the singer is also just a naturally gorgeous girl with the ability to stun everything from minimal to ultraglam makeup.
In honor of the release of the group's sophomore album, 7/27, we've picked out some of her fiercest beauty moments so you can see why Normani might just be the unsung beauty hero of the girl group. Scroll through to marvel at all of her looks.
12 Curly Hair Hacks That Will Completely Change Your Life
Having curly hair brings me such joy. The springy ringlets are indicative of my large personality, but I didn't always know how to care for my coils. About eight years ago, I was clueless about all the unwritten rules (like no more shampoo, brushes, or towels.) And the commandments vary by hair type, too. A woman with waves can't live by the same hacks that I rely on day to day for my Afro-texture hair.
That's why we've called in the curly hair experts from Devachan Salon in NYC to create a beginner's bible to curls. Stylist Eladia Lebron gave three curly editors a makeover, while divulging her best tips for every hair type. This comprehensive guide explains everything from applying conditioner to pineappling (which is an overnight curly girl trick). Get ready to achieve the best hair of your life - no hot tools required.
This Makeup Artist Uses Her Lips as a Canvas For Miniature Masterpieces
For over two years, makeup artist missjazminad has been sharing her beautiful masterpieces with the world on her Instagram account. She uses her plush pucker as a tiny canvas to create sparkling, colorful designs, including studded lips and a mermaid-themed mouth.
However, more recently, she's been producing even more intricate work, choosing to doodle on scenes from movies and books and re-creating city skylines - all using cosmetics. The results are incredible and a true testament to the art of makeup artistry. Read on and see for yourself.
How to Get Foundation Out of Clothes
Image Source: POPSUGAR Photography / Benjamin Stone
Countless shirts have been ruined by an innocent hug that left a large foundation smear. While your first inclination might be to reach for the makeup remover, think again. The oil, which is meant for the skin, might actually make the situation worse. Save your shirts, towels, bath mats, and more with three tips for removing foundation stains. Just keep reading for the details.
Confession: I'm a Woman and I Shave My Face
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I can't believe I'm putting this out on the Internet. And at the risk of never getting a date ever again in this lifetime, here it goes: I shave my face. (Never thought Caroline Manzo and I would have something in common, but alas!)
To kick things off, no, I don't stand in front of the mirror with some Barbasol and a Mach3 and get to work. (I know some of you are envisioning a pile of shaving cream on my face.) In fact, no shaving cream is used at all. Let me explain . . .
I grew up with blond lip hair. (I guess you could call it a mustache, but I try to avoid it at all costs.) I was horrified about it. As a teen, I didn't deal with terrible acne (that came later in life - yay hormones!) but instead was bestowed with a patch of blond hair on my upper lip. Sure, all gals have a little bit of fuzz on their upper lips. No big deal. But it wasn't peach fuzz - it was very noticeable. And I was ready to do whatever it took to get rid of my furry friend staring me in the face every morning.
I tried every removal process in the book, starting with Nair. I ended up burning my skin, which put my upper lip even more in the spotlight. After banning the pink cream, I tried threading and waxing, only to have my skin break out in pustules. This deterred me from wanting to remove facial hair, so I went ahead and opted to bleach the sucker. Considering it was blond, that didn't help. At 18, I opted for laser hair removal. It worked okay, but then I went off to college and didn't finish my sessions, so the hair grew back.
But one day in 2011, at the ripe age of 23, I'm perusing YouTube and see a video from Bachelor in Paradise's Michelle Money. She's a cosmetologist and posted a video about shaving her face. Have you seen this woman? She's stunning. I can't imagine she deals with any type of beauty crisis, but she and her friends explained why shaving their faces was not only fun, but also necessary, and then they showed a tutorial. Seeing their fuzz scrape right off their faces led me into an online rabbit hole.
I have to say that I disagree with the girls on one thing: if you have facial hair and it doesn't bother you, get on with your bad self. Removing facial hair isn't mandatory. For me, it was something I wanted but didn't think was possible. Was shaving my face an option? Would it grow back black? Am I about to secure the role as a bearded woman on American Horror Story? (Time travel?)
Scouring the Internet, I found that Kate Somerville was a proponent of facial shaving. You mean to tell me that the queen of clear, youthful skin is down with shaving shenanigans? She told Style.com that Elizabeth Taylor's cosmetic dermatologist disclosed that Elizabeth shaved her face, as did Marilyn Monroe and Cleopatra. It makes your makeup go on smoother, gives you a glow, and because it's a razor, you're physically exfoliating your skin - great for antiaging! Why do you think men look so youthful as they age? They shave a majority of their lives!
Here's the thing: Facial shaving for women isn't news. In fact, dermaplaning is the fancier option that spas offer to help take off a layer of dead skin. In addition to removing those baby hairs, it also helps products absorb into your skin better. It gives you a gorgeous glow and in turn, your fuzz is gone.
Michelle suggested buying a razor called The Tinkle. You have to order them online (and that name is rather embarrassing), so I ventured to Sally Beauty Supply, bought a pack of Touch N Brow razors, and went for it. I shaved my jawline, upper lip, under my chin, and my forehead. I even cleaned up the hair by my ears. And you know what? IT WAS AWESOME. I couldn't stop touching my face. (I wouldn't suggest touching your face all the time, but in this case, it was unavoidable.) I get so many compliments on my skin that when I reveal this secret, people go from pure shock to running to the store and buying their own razors.
So . . . questions. I know you have them. I'll try to cover everything I usually get asked:
1. Does it hurt?
Nope. Not a bit. Just make sure you get the right razor and hold it correctly. (More on that later.)
2. But doesn't it grow back thicker and darker?
No. Come on now, we know this is a fallacy regarding our legs - same for your face. It doesn't grow back black or stubbly! It actually comes back blond and soft. The hair on my face was never black or stubbly, thus it will not grow back that way.
3. How often do you have to do this?
I shave once or twice a week, and I don't mind - it's a part of my antiaging regimen now.
4. What products do I need?
You need one tool: a razor. I use a single-edge, single-blade razor that has a slope to the head of the razor. The Tinkle (such an unfortunate name) and the Touch N Brow ($5) are great options. If the razor is shaped straight up and down with no curve to the razor head, you risk cutting yourself. Also, some of the facial/eyebrow razors I've come across have sharp, blunt edges - so again, look for razors that are curved.
5. What about a leg razor?
Honey - no. Don't use your leg razor. Put down the Venus! I haven't tried it, and I can guarantee you won't want to dabble into it, either.
6. So . . . no other products?
Do this on dry skin. No need to wet your skin or use lotion.
7. What's the technique here?
Pull the skin taut, then start shaving downward on your skin in short strokes. You can't just drag the razor against your skin - it wouldn't do anything. Also, hold the razor at a 45-degree angle against the skin. Don't freak when it looks like you skinned a lamb. You have more hair on your face than you think!
8. Any postshaving tips?
Moisturize afterwards. Shaving means taking a layer of dead skin off your face. It's exfoliating! Moisturize afterwards so your skin doesn't get too dry.
I can't stress this enough: only do this if you're comfortable. It's like waxing or any other form of hair removal. You'll need to maintain it! If you're under the age of 18, talk to your parent before. These face razors aren't incredibly sharp, but you'll want to be safe.
So, take it from me, Caroline Manzo, and Kate Somerville: facial shaving is the new(ish) chemical peel.
The Scary Statistic That Proves Your Sunscreen Is Useless
We have bad news, and we have worse news. A recent report by the CDC found that the diagnosis of melanoma has doubled between 1982 and 2011. By 2030, the cost of treating skin cancer patients will reach an astounding $1.9 billion. We're wondering: how did this happened? Today, we are so much smarter than our mothers, who baked in olive oil while laying in the sun. The beauty industry has made amazing strides in sunscreen technology over the last three decades, and tanning beds have nearly become obsolete.
The problem may have something to do with sunscreen. A separate report by the Environmental Working Agency discovered that the majority of the sun protection products on the market are inefficient. "[Eighty] percent of 1,700 products we examined this year offer inferior sun protection or contain worrisome ingredients like oxybenzone and vitamin A," the EWG wrote. The organization even put together a Hall of Shame list with the worst offenders. If you can't rely on your sunscreen to keep you safe, what can you do?
Stay protected from UV rays by covering your skin with hats and light clothing when possible. Make sure to wear sunglasses with protection, too. When choosing a sunscreen, look for a product with SPF between 15 and 50 (anything about 50 isn't really giving you more protection). It's important to reapply product every two hours. The new facial spray and powder formulas are ideal options when you don't want to mess up your makeup. These products will help create a barrier between you and the sun, and diligent sun-safety practices can make all the difference when it comes to decreasing the melanoma numbers.
The Me Before You Cast Look So Good Together, It Actually Hurts
Ever since the Me Before You trailer was released in February, fans have been anxiously anticipating the film's release. As if you weren't already eager to cry your eyes out over the book-to-movie adaption, the cast has been sharing a number of sweet snaps together, and it will seriously give you a lot of emotions. From Sam Claflin and Matthew Lewis's matching shirts to Emilia Clarke's gorgeous smile with the book's author Jojo Moyes, it's clear that this is already shaping up to be the best franchise crossover ever. Keep scrolling to see all the pictures and then check out the full cast for the upcoming film.
Beyoncé's Latest Outing With Jay Z Will Make You Want to Grab a Glass of Lemonade (Seriously)
Beyoncé and Jay Z just keep the sweet outings coming. After putting their love on display for a romantic date night in NYC earlier this week, the pair were spotted leaving their midtown office as they headed to a graduation party for Jay Z's niece. While the rapper opted for a casual white tee and jeans, Bey made an obvious reference to her latest album, Lemonade, with her outfit by rocking a white top, a matching blazer, and, yes, bright yellow pants. She even had a small lemon sticker on her iPhone. Perhaps this is her way of responding to Jay Z's recent Lemonade lyrics?
The Photos From Prince Oscar's Christening Ceremony Are Almost Too Cute For Words
Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel of Sweden welcomed a baby boy, Prince Oscar, in March, and the adorable photos of him haven't stopped pouring in since. He made his chubby-cheeked debut on the palace's official Instagram a few days after he was born, and later, the Swedish royal family released some stunning portraits of Victoria and her daughter, Princess Estelle, cuddling with him. Now, there are a few more images to add to Oscar's growing photo album.
The tiny prince was christened at the Royal Palace in Stockholm on Friday surrounded by his entire family, including his parents and sister, his grandparents Queen Silvia and King Carl Gustaf, and his uncle and aunt Prince Carl Philip and Princess Sofia. Oscar looked beyond cute in his lacy, cream-colored outfit (which we're sure he'll commiserate over with Prince George and Princess Charlotte when he gets older), and Victoria and Estelle matched him in their own white dresses. Check out the cutest moments from his christening here!
27 Awesome Snaps of the OITNB Cast Being Real-Life Friends
When they're playing prisoners on TV, the cast of Orange Is the New Black may be forced to hang out, but off screen, the group regularly gets together for events and nights out. Taylor Schilling, Laura Prepon, and Laverne Cox are among the actresses who post plenty of selfies with their castmates, and Samira Wiley kills it with her hilarious captions each time she shares a photo with someone else from the group. The fourth season hits Netflix next month, so for a fun look at the cast out of costume - and, well, out of prison - check out their best Instagram snaps together, then get a refresher on how each OITNB character ended up behind bars.
55 Beckham Family Moments That Are Just OK and Won't Make You Envy Them at All
We've always loved seeing the Beckham family out and about, whether they're sitting front row at Victoria's runway shows or taking in sports games together - and now that both David and eldest son Brooklyn have been sharing up a storm on social media, we're getting new, exciting glimpses into their personal lives. We're paying homage to one of our favorite celebrity families with a roundup of their sweetest photos over the years. Scroll through to see them all now.
Bar Refaeli Can't Stop Showing Off Her Sweet Baby Bump
Bar Refaeli took to Instagram earlier this year to share a photo of herself getting some sun in a bikini. The Israeli model, who is expecting her first child with husband Adi Ezra, put her growing baby bump on display, writing, "My girl craved some vitamin D. #5months." Since then, she hasn't been shy about gushing about her growing family and has shared a slew of adorable snaps with her fans.
Bar and Adi tied the knot in September, and just a few months later, the Sports Illustrated cover girl and former flame to Leonardo DiCaprio announced that she was pregnant. Keep reading to see her pregnant bikini snaps, and then check out more stars who have buns in the oven.
Reese Witherspoon Looks Like an Actual Ray of Sunshine During Her Outing in LA
Reese Witherspoon shined oh so bright when she stepped out for a casual stroll in LA on Thursday. Not only did she look perfectly put-together in her blue gingham shirt and white pants, but she also donned her sweet smile as she chatted on the phone. Whether she's running errands with daughter Ava or dressing up with her gal pals on the red carpet, one thing is for sure: Reese is a knockout beauty.
Natasha Lyonne, Taylor Schilling, and Kate Mulgrew Giggle Their Way Down the OITNB Red Carpet Together
Orange Is the New Black cast members Natasha Lyonne, Taylor Schilling, Taryn Manning, Selenis Leyva, Kate Mulgrew, and Michael Harney all arrived at an event to discuss the upcoming season of their Netflix hit at The Paley Center in LA on Thursday, and they looked adorable as always. The SAG Award-winning cast are incredibly close in real life, and the love between them clearly showed as they put their arms around each other and giggled for photographers on the red carpet. Judging from how tense season four looks, this is probably the only chance you'll get to see Piper wrapping Red and Nicky in a big bear hug, so cherish it while you can. Check out more of their cute moments together below, then see pictures from the cast's fun vacation to Hawaii in January!
The Ghostbusters Cast Just Can't Keep It Together on The Ellen Show
If you weren't excited about the new Ghostbusters movie, then get ready. The film's four leading ladies made an appearance on The Ellen DeGeneres Show on Wednesday and it was full of nonstop fun. Not only did they talk about their very peculiar jobs before making it big, but they also showed off their amazing chemistry as they cracked up at each others' jokes. Even the host couldn't keep a straight face. Honestly, if this is any indication of what's to come, their new movie is sure to leave us in stitches.
Who Are Your Favorite Stars of the Year? Vote For Them All in Our POPSUGAR 100 Game!
It's time again for our annual POPSUGAR 100! We're gearing up to unveil our list of the year's hottest celebrities, from movie and TV stars to musicians and public figures. Past POPSUGAR 100 winners have included huge stars like Taylor Swift, Johnny Depp, Jennifer Lawrence, and Angelina Jolie - and this year, we're doing a little something different to collect your votes! Like Tinder, just swipe right to cast a vote for your favorite celebrities, or swipe left to move on to the next person. You can vote for as many celebrities as you want, and the stars who collect the most votes will be featured in our POPSUGAR 100 list.
Be sure to check back when we announce the winner, and happy voting!
James Corden Harshly Disses Ross Geller During His Rap Battle With David Schwimmer
David Schwimmer stopped by The Late Late Show with James Corden on Thursday, and instead of participating in a regular talk-show interview, he found himself in an epic, nasty, and hilarious rap battle with the host. After the two took the stage in a scene ripped right out of 8 Mile, they rapped back and forth and threw "oh no he didn't" insults at each other. After James dissed David's famous Friends character, Ross Geller, he also hinted that Jennifer Aniston ignores his calls in real life. David then poked fun at James's belly and middle name. The best part of all, however, had to be when Rebel Wilson came out and shut them both down. No need to get Central Perk coffee today, because this will definitely wake you up!
Matthew Gray Gubler's Cutest Instagram Pictures, Because Why Not?
If you don't already have a crush on Matthew Gray Gubler, allow us to change that. The Criminal Minds actor, 36, has been charming audiences as Dr. Spencer Reid since 2005, bringing both his sexy and geeky charm to the thrilling show. But while we've seen so many of his hottest moments on the red carpet, at fancy events, and promoting the hit show with his costars, he also has a really strong presence on social media. In addition to taking perfect selfies, Matthew has gained more than 1 million followers by showing off his goofy smile, admitting his deep love for Fall and Halloween, and never taking himself too seriously. Keep reading for his best Instagram snaps!
Prepare to Laugh Out Loud (and Relate All Too Well) to This Justin Bieber "Love Yourself" Parody
If you find yourself ransacking your house in search of that mystery smell or silently weeping as you, for the 7,983rd time, throw your husband's dirty socks in the hamper (how does he not get that next to the hamper isn't the same thing as inside the hamper?!), the Holderness family empathizes.
It seems they too understand what it's like to clean up after everyone else, and they put those feelings to music with a laugh-out-loud parody video.
To the tune of Justin Bieber's hit "Love Yourself," parents Penn and Kim Holderness interpretive-dance their way through the struggles all parents have with three-week-old banana peels left in backpacks and random piles of dirty underwear hidden throughout the house. "Clean It Up Yourself" isn't just about dealing with dirty kids who could qualify for a hoarders documentary – it also points the finger at partners who should know better than to eat crumby food in bed or put used floss anywhere but the bathroom trash bin.
The next time you find yourself wondering why your adorable kids are so disgusting, listen to this. It won't make it smell better, but it'll make you feel better.
Take a Moment to Marvel at Michael Bublé's Supercute Family
Michael Bublé is a lot of things - a successful singer, a handsome star, a man who really doesn't know how to eat corn properly - but above all, he's a real family man. The "Haven't Met You Yet" singer wed Argentinian actress Luisana Lopilato in March 2011 and they are now parents to two adorable sons, Noah, 2, and Elias, 4 months. The pair frequently takes to Instagram to share precious moments with their boys, including warm-ups before Michael's concerts, family vacations, cuddle time in bed, and living-room dance parties. Keep reading to see the family's sweetest moments together, then check out Michael's unforgettable duet with Idina Menzel.
Can You Spot the Kid Drowning in This Public Pool Before the Lifeguard Does?
A day at the pool isn't all fun and games - and no one knows that better than the lifeguard.
Drowning can happen in the blink of an eye and even when people are within arm's reach of the victim. As much as we think we might notice someone struggling in the water, drowning is often a silent killer.
Thankfully, in this real-life video taken at a public wave pool, a boy is spotted drowning within seconds by a resourceful lifeguard - likely well before anyone watching this footage, even knowing what to search for, could spot him.
The lifeguard sounds her whistle, swims out to the boy who lost hold of his floating ring, and carries him to safety.
One important factor to note is that this video includes sound, but you never hear the boy's cries for help. That's because when someone is drowning, contrary to what many assume, they can't call out - there isn't time to inhale or exhale. Often, they aren't able to wave their arms, which was a lucky ability for the child at this particular pool.
So can you find him?
Need Simple Tips on Getting Your Kid to Read? Ask Reading Rainbow’s LeVar Burton
We all know how important it is for our children to read, but it's not always easy to get them to do it. Luckily, our friends at Fatherly have some tips on encouraging our kids to love reading as much as LeVar Burton from Reading Rainbow.
Reading Rainbow turned millions of Gen Xers and Millennials into avid readers - or at least made them functionally literate. For at least a few of its 23 seasons, you were probably glued to LeVar Burton as he illuminated childhood stories on a show that combined animation, live action, and book reports. It was more fun than that sounds. You may have even queued up a Netflix episode of RR to indoctrinate your own kids. But since it 2016 and not 1983, and kids can't be expected to sit still for TV, all of those lessons are in available in convenient app form.
Two years ago Burton went on a Kickstarter crusade to get this reading tutorial app into the hands of more kids for free - he even created a classroom edition of the digital library so children of all income levels have access to it. It's a vital mission for him, because you may think the United States kicks all kind of book readin' butt . . . but one out of 4 kids are functionally illiterate. Even worse, 14 million adults can't read at all.
Somewhere inside you is still a nostalgic Reading Rainbow kid (and, to a lesser extent, a Mathnet detective), and Burton wants to make sure that you show your little butterfly they can fly twice as high. And since the man is a godd*mn legend, you better listen up. After all, he got you to read.
Do The Voices
Read that bedtime book, but this time with feeling. If an Emmy Award-winning actor says that he tried to bring some juice to every evening role, the least you could do some solid community theater-level work. "It's part of the enjoyment I get out of reading aloud is playing all the characters. Especially when you're reading something like Harry Potter. Or when you're reading Amazing Grace by Mary Hoffman or Enemy Pie by Derek Munson, I try to get into it. I use different voices for all of the characters." And don't feel bad if your kid gives your part to your wife - she just wanted it more.
Get All the Seuss and Silverstein
If you'd read all the children's books over 3 decades, you too would have strong opinions about the best. Burton says that Dr. Seuss and Shel Silverstein are basically the Beatles and Stones of children's literature.
"[Seuss and Silverstein] are eternal," says Burton. I can hardly read Oh The Places You Will Go without crying. I relate to it as an adult. They made their livings as wordsmiths and it's a delight that they've been able to communicate through generations." The same cannot be said of every Ringo or Keith Richards side project.
Get Some Kids' Books You Want to Read Too
Burton says that one of the best things about reading with his kids was discovering literature that wasn't around when he was a kid. These are 800-page books that adults would stand in line for, dressed like prep school warlocks, hoping to hear about what happened to the boy who lived.
Don't Worry About Paper vs. Pixels
There's a lot of e-reading going on these days, but the fate of children's books made from real paper is probably safe. "I don't believe that we'll stop printing children's books, because of the act of holding a child in your lap and reading to them," says Burton. If you've tried it with an iPad, it doesn't exactly look like a Norman Rockwell painting.
He also says that people will have to start getting over their emotional attachment to books. First, your kids (and certainly their kids) probably won't have those feelings. Second, it's unsustainable to keep cutting down trees to make James Patterson novels. And third, less printed books means more intrinsic value. Burton says he has hundreds of books in boxes all over his house, and "that's not the best way to honor those books."
And When You Don't Feel Like It . . .
Some nights you're going to half-ass it through One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish. You may not inhabit the soul of If You Give A Moose A Muffin, but here's a bit of wisdom from Burton: Parenting is not a contest. "It's a process," he says. "There are days when you don't feel up to a certain standard, tomorrow you have a brand new opportunity. And perhaps make different choices. Don't beat yourself up over a night when you don't have the energy - it's a marathon not a sprint, but it's important we hold ourselves up to an ideal."
Heimlich uses famed life-saving manoeuvre for 1st time — saving woman's life
The 96-year-old Cincinnati surgeon credited with developing his namesake Heimlich manoeuvre recently used the emergency technique for the first time himself to save a woman choking on food at his senior living centre.
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Attacks on hospitals killed nearly 960 in 2 years, WHO finds
Nearly 960 people have been killed worldwide in attacks on medical facilities in conflicts over the past two years, the World Health Organization said in a report that highlights an alarming disrespect for the protection of health care in war by both governments and armed groups.
Why is it so hard for Quebec families to get the help they need for their autistic children?
The wait for autism services for newly diagnosed children is sometimes more than two years, yet private therapy is unregulated and costly, forcing some families to remortgage their homes or take out huge loans.
Here's a list of the strict assisted death guidelines across most of Canada
The Colleges of Physicians and Surgeons in every province and one of three territories have issued guidelines that doctors must follow in providing medical assistance in dying.
1 Mom's Powerful Words in Defense of Her 3-Year-Old Son's Choice to Wear an Elsa Dress
Like most kids, 3-year-old Zackary Bazen just can't "Let It Go" when it comes to everything Frozen. The young boy chose to sport his Elsa dress - and, more importantly, his blue gloves (so as not to accidentally freeze anything with his powers) - to school one morning, but unfortunately, one woman's ignorance caused Zackary's mother, Haylee, to feel she needed to defend her son's interests in a post to Facebook.
. . . He can be who he wants to be. Today he was a Disney princess and YES I did send him to school like that. Why??? Because that's what he wanted to wear, because he wanted to show his teachers and friends his Elsa dress, because he wanted to sing 'Let It Go' for show-and-tell, because he doesn't understand the gender stereotypes YOU think he should conform to, but most importantly because he is awesome!!
Bazen goes on to tell the woman not to bother with her "poisonous words" the next time she sees Zackary dressed as a cowboy, princess, or anything else she "disapproves" of . . . "Unless you want to tell him how great he looks."
The Way This Young Girl in a Wheelchair Was Excluded From Her Choir's Performance Is Heartbreaking
Altos in the front, sopranos in the back - Jade Razzano, a middle school student with disabilities, off to the side.
In a post to Facebook, Lindsay Vaughn, Jade's caregiver who attended her choir performance at Beaumont Middle School, shared a photo of the students dancing in a line on the risers during rehearsals, while Jade sat in her wheelchair off to the side.
"Last night Jade had a performance with her school choir. Or shall I say, Jade's school choir performed while she watched from the sidelines because they made absolutely no effort to include her in it," Vaughn wrote in her post.
Not only was Jade not included in the performance, her first name, as a total afterthought, was typed in the bottom corner of the program, while the other kids' full names appeared in a centered, alphabetical list above.
However, perhaps the most devastating thing that was somehow allowed to happen that night occurred at the very end of the show. After the last song, the choir and their teacher cleared the stage, and "they just left Jade up there," Joey Razzano, Jade's mother, told Oregon Live. "They didn't give her a second glance. My husband had to go up there and get her."
This isn't the first instance of the school not including Jade equally, but Joey - who also shared the rehearsal photo on her Facebook, with the caption "Feeling the inclusion for Jade in the choir. NOT!!" - doesn't want the music teacher fired. "This is a pervasive issue. If you just fired that one teacher, you're not going to make the world a better place. What you need to do is educate them. You have to provide training."
The Devastating Difference Between Car Seats That Left 1 Girl Unharmed and Her Sister Almost Dead
When Angela Brown was driving home from a dentist appointment on a typical February afternoon, her two daughters were secured in their car seats - but after her SUV slammed into a tree, flipped, and had the tree land atop their upside-down vehicle, both of her daughters weren't protected equally.
The difference between her little girls and their car seats was that one of her daughters, who was nearly 2 years old at the time, was in a forward-facing car seat and broke her back in two places. Her other child was in a rear-facing car seat and had no injuries aside from a small bruise on her shoulder.
"So as you can see two children in the same car crash, restrained properly, one with life threatening injuries and the other with none," their mother, Angela Brown, wrote on Facebook. "I was always unsure about when turning my babies around but after our crash and the hard evidence we are presented with I will forever rearward face my babies as long as I possibly can."
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children stay in rear-facing car seats as long as possible, at least until they are 2 years old. When a baby outgrows his or her infant seat, they should still sit in a rear-facing, convertible seat because this type of car seat offers better protection to a child's head, neck, and spine during a car crash.
Three months after the devastating accident, Angela's daughter is still trying to heal from her injuries with no time frame for when she will be fully recovered. She broke two vertebrae and tore the ligament in a third vertebra in her spine.
"She was one of the youngest to be fitted with a Halo Brace. The doctor told us that most children with her injury don't normally make it," Angela described. "Don't make the same mistake as I did. It could cost you your baby's life."
Why This Boy Sleeping in "His Own Room" Will Make You Count Your Blessings Right This Second
Let's all be honest: to say we don't compare ourselves to others would be a lie. As much as we try not to, it's hard to keep from looking at what others have and feeling a tinge of jealousy.
One mom admitted to such feelings in a moving Imgur post.
She first described how she lives in a small, one-bedroom apartment with her husband and two children, ages 2 and 4. They'd made the living arrangement work for the past three years, but lately, her oldest son had been drawing pictures of his own room and asking his parents if he could have one.
"Unfortunately, with my husband fresh out of college with a minimum salary supporting all of us it hasn't been the easiest to move out, as moves tend to be costly," she wrote in the post.
What happened next proved life-changing:
A close friend gave us their old toddler bed, and we created a corner "room" for my son, and he was so happy and thanked us for such wonderful "room." He said he was going to make phone calls to his friends in his own room and just planned out how he was going to decorate it.
At that moment I felt so blessed yet embarrassed at the same time. I always complained and compared my life to everyone else who seemed to be doing so much better, and never really counted the blessings in my life. I wanted to never forget this moment.
In the post, she shared a photo of her son, sleeping soundly in his very own makeshift room. If that image wasn't solace enough for this mom, the comments - like one from a teacher who said, "the fact that he is thrilled and most of all thankful for this tells me you're winning at parenting" - on her post have helped her "be grateful for every minor and major thing" in her life.
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