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.
dimanche 2 octobre 2016
13 Avocado Toast Toppings You Probably Haven't Tried Yet
You can say you've eaten avocado toast every which way, but we're going to bet you haven't tried at least a few of the toppings in this list. For example, have you ever thought about adding a touch of sourness to the bite with grapefruits? Or seasoning it with a blend of Asian flavors like miso tahini? How about sprinkling Mexican grilled corn atop? We thought so! Keep scrolling for a list of even more surprising and delicious toppings you need to try ASAP.
5 All-Natural DIYs That Prove Honey Is a Beauty Powerhouse
While we typically think of honey as an essential component of baklava or afternoon tea, the benefits are just as sweet when you incorporate the sticky stuff into your skin care regimen. Honey is deeply moisturizing, is rich with minerals and vitamins (including B6, niacin, and zinc), and balances the skin's pH.
While you could just slap it on your face, it works even better when mixed with other hardworking ingredients in a DIY. We consulted celebrity esthetician Ildi Pekar, who whipped up some simple treatments featuring the delectable powerhouse. Even better, all of the following recipes are completely natural, and there's a good chance you already have every single item in your pantry.
Jason Momoa's Instagram Is So Full of Gems, You'll Feel Like You've Won the Hotness Lottery
Jason Momoa is definitely one of the hottest guys in Hollywood, and if you want solid proof of this fact, look no further than his Instagram. The Game of Thrones actor, who will also appear in the upcoming Justice League film, is married to Lisa Bonet, is stepdad to Zoë Kravitz, and has quite an impressive résumé. But if his presence on social media proves anything, it's that he's just a down-to-earth guy from Hawaii who likes to have a good time. In addition to many shirtless moments, he also posts cute snaps with Lisa and his beer-drinking antics and offers support for good causes. Keep reading to see his best Instagram moments, and then check out all the times he probably made your knees buckle.
25 Things to Know About Thylane Blondeau Before She Earns It Model Status
We wouldn't be surprised if you've already heard French model Thylane Blondeau's name. The 15-year-old covered Vogue Enfants when she was just 6, and two years before that, she was walking down the Jean Paul Gaultier runway. If you're assuming this caused a stir in the fashion industry, you'd be right - many people felt she was being objectified in the 2011 issue of Vogue Paris. But fast forward a few years, and Thylane scored a major spot on Jalouse and contracts with IMG Models and L'Oréal.
After she made her debut on the Cannes red carpet, mastering a look that was both playful and sophisticated, we were sure of it: Thylane is following in the footsteps of your favorite It girls. Read on to get to know her killer sense of style, then follow her feed so you don't miss a beat. We promise that when it comes to Thylane's career, things are about to move very fast.
Blast From the Past: Look Back at Celebrity Kids' First Red Carpet Apperances
We often catch glimpses of celebrity children on Instagram, but do you remember when they made their red carpet debut? From tiny babies to energetic kids, we're looking back at some of the earliest appearances from famous children, including Ava Phillippe, Kaia Gerber, and Brooklyn Beckham. Get ready to go back in time and see just how much these celebrity kids have grown over the years.
Kate Middleton's Most Iconic Outfits That You'd Recognize Anywhere
The fashion world got excited when Kate Middleton slipped into these outfits for one of two reasons. Either it was a favorite look - like the Jenny Packham gown she wore three times or her cherry-red Alexander McQueen set - or because the style was brand new. We've seen Kate try bold prints and fresh silhouettes since 2010, when she began to own the spotlight. Now, the least we can do is channel her for Halloween by re-creating her most iconic ensembles. Read on to see eight of Kate's most memorable fashion moments, and shop for inspired pieces to pull them off yourself.
30+ Harry Potter Group Costume Ideas For Anyone Trying to Forget They're a Muggle
Halloween is made for Harry Potter fans. There are so many different costumes to choose from and ways to mix it up as a muggle. Take a look ahead at some of the most creative Harry Potter group costumes, and let one choose you.
22 Perks of Having Kids in Your Early 20s
OK, so Lorelai Gilmore had Rory when she was 16 years old, and while we aren't condoning teen pregnancies (and recognize that Gilmore Girls, as much as we love it, isn't real life), there are some serious benefits to having babies young.
Still, with each passing year, women are waiting longer to have kids. In 1970, the median age was 21. Last year, that number had risen to 26, an age that still feels too young to many career-minded millennials. Although you may often hear your peers extol the thrills of spending their 20s on themselves - traveling, building a career, dating - you can and should be proud of the fact that you spent yours raising kids. Here's why.
- You have so much more energy.
- Sleep isn't as big of a deal when you're younger. You can survive on less of it - even pulling an occasional all-nighter - and still get through the day without much incident.
- You'll probably be one of the only people in your group of friends to have a baby, so yours will be a bit of a novelty, which often means being spoiled with visits and gifts!
- Your kids will have longer-lasting, more memorable relationships with their grandparents.
- Because of your early start, your parents are also young enough to have a more active role in helping to raise your child.
- Your kids are very likely to meet some of their great-grandparents, and they might even have them in their lives throughout their childhood.
- Your body bounces back much more quickly, and with much less effort on your part.
- You're less likely to run into fertility issues.
- If you do run into problems conceiving, you have plenty of time to keep trying or to explore other options.
- You don't miss a lot of "adult" freedoms - or have to adjust to life without them - because you never really experienced them without a baby.
- As one of the youngest moms in your child's elementary school class, you'll be more able to relate to similarly aged teachers, who will in turn be more comfortable reaching out to you over concerns they might otherwise avoid discussing.
- You can look forward to enjoying your future grandchildren while you still have the energy to do so on your terms.
- There's much less peer pressure. You're able to make parenting decisions that are best for your family without having to feel overwhelmed by how your friends are disciplining their kids, for instance.
- Your body just works better. You're more flexible, and you can kneel over a bathtub without getting a backache or chase a crawling baby for hours on end without feeling completely wiped.
- When a child grows up with young parents, they are less sheltered from big-picture conversations, like financial hardships and sacrifice, which can teach them valuable lessons.
- When your friends start getting pregnant, you're the one they turn to for advice.
- There's less chance the stressful baby years will affect your opportunities for advancement when they come early in your professional life, before your career really gets going.
- Being a mom shifts your priorities in unimaginable ways. When you're still in your 20s, you're more willing to make a big life change or take a career risk postbaby than you would be if you were already well-established.
- Although it wasn't always appreciated in the earlier years, being reminded of how young you are in your 30s - and beyond - feels pretty great.
- You never had to waste a lot of time worrying whether or not you could even have kids.
- By the time your kids are out of the house, you're only in your 40s and can enjoy the newfound freedom in more exciting ways - revisiting a passionate marriage, traveling to exotic destinations, starting a new business - than you'd be able to in your late 50s.
- You have that much longer to enjoy motherhood.
Who Did Kim Kardashian Date Before Kanye West? Look Back at Her Past Loves
Before Kim Kardashian famously tied the knot with Kanye West, the reality TV star was romantically linked to several famous men. From athletes to musicians, Kim's list of lovers includes Ray J, Nick Cannon, and John Mayer. She even married music producer Damon Thomas back in 2000 - when she was just 19 years old. While she's always described herself as a "hopeless romantic," it seems Kim has finally found her Prince Charming.
Leslie Jones Enlists Mr. Robot to Track Down Her Hackers in SNL's Premiere
Leslie Jones was the victim of an invasive hack over the Summer, and the Saturday Night Live actress has made it more than clear that she's mad as hell - as she should be. Jones poked fun at the the incident at the Emmys and now, on the premiere of SNL. Jones stars as herself in the sketch, coming to Elliot (Pete Davidson) for help in finding the person who leaked her "nasties." Host Margot Robbie also appears briefly as Darlene, in all her sulking glory.
A Love Letter to Netflix, From a Millennial
Dear Netflix,
I don't even know where to begin. We've been in a relationship for many years now, and I fall more in love with you every day. Every time I think you're done pleasantly surprising me, you do something else that makes me fall head over heels for you all over again. So, I guess what I'm saying is: thank you for being you.
Why do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
You inspire me and my peers to be ourselves by casually showcasing a diverse array of talent. By giving us black and female superheroes, Indian-American actors struggling with their identity, queer hip-hop artists, and lovable kids with genetic conditions, you are helping to normalize representation for everybody in media. You're showing other Hollywood outlets that they can take chances on actors outside of the white, straight, overly male sphere and still achieve success in their projects. You're giving everybody a chance to see people like themselves on their screens, and I can't thank you enough. You're a representation rock star, baby.
You're giving everybody a chance to see people like themselves on their screens.
You're saving me from literal days of commercials every year, just by being you. Thanks for giving me a chance to spend 160+ hours per year doing something else, like write love letters to you.
You remind me of the "good old days" by rebooting my favorite canceled shows, letting me rewatch my favorite childhood movies and even creating new programs that are set in past decades. You let modern viewers enjoy the best things about the '80s, '90s, and early '00s all in one place . . . you beautiful bastard, you.
You inspire me to feel passionately about things that matter by bringing injustices and important issues to light. Your documentaries and projects inspired by real events light a fire inside me and other subscribers, and the attention you bring to issues can even change real people's lives. The way you ignite righteous indignation about real-world events makes me feel passionately about lots of things, especially how much I love you.
You take chances on newer directors, giving incredibly talented artists an outlet for their passion projects. Without you signing on for Stranger Things, I might have never been introduced to the Duffer brothers. What would I do without you?
You're not even mad when I share you with my friends.
You allow me to enjoy groundbreaking, award-winning entertainment for an affordable price, and you're not even mad when I share you with my friends. If I didn't have your variety of viewing choices, easy access, and ever-changing selection of films and shows, I'd have been bored stiff after moving out on my own - my friends and I don't have the money for cable or $15 movie tickets, but you make it so that we don't need to. You're always looking out for me, boo.
And finally, though I'm sure you'll give me even more reasons to love you soon, you've given me a connection with people all over the world. I know I'm not the only one for you - let's be real, you've got 70M+ subscribers worldwide - but the way you've given me conversation topics to explore with people I don't know, new fandoms to join, and even shared jokes and cultural phenomena makes you my one and only.
I'll never give you up, Netflix. You've given me so many reasons to love you, and you're so good to me. I hope that I make you as happy as you make me.
Sincerely,
A millennial who has Netflix and no chill
The Viral Story of a Stranger's Good Deed at a Gas Station Will Give You Chills
One man's uplifting encounter with a stranger at a gas station serves as a much-needed reminder to embrace the kindness of others and pass it on.
In Albury, Australia, Tyson Crawley stopped at a gas station before work to refuel his car and grab iced coffee when he realized he didn't have his brand-new bank card with him. Scrambling, Tyson tried using a different card but was completely blanking on that card's PIN number. Faced with a $110 bill, his dogs barking outside, and the realization that he would likely be late for work, he began to panic. That's when a total stranger intervened.
The stranger was previously in the gas station to purchase a cup of coffee. When he noticed Tyson struggling, he walked back in and asked Tyson if he needed some money. Tyson initially rejected the act of kindness due to the large amount he owed but eventually accepted and told the stranger he would transfer him the money back. The stranger agreed, wrote down his number on the back of the receipt, and then took a selfie with Tyson who insisted he capture the touching moment.
When Tyson later looked at the back of the receipt, he saw what the stranger had actually written: "Pass it on." You can read the story from Tyson in his Facebook post below.
In his retelling the story on Facebook, Tyson wrote, "Please be beautiful people, and remember it's not about keeping up with the joneses, having the biggest house, most expensive car, the largest bank account, but work with each other." He ended with,"After all, what is money compared to the quality of human life?" The powerful post has more than 900 reactions, 200 shares, and 100 comments on Facebook - although those numbers will likely increase as the story spreads.
After some investigating, it was discovered that the kind stranger is John Kennedy Jr., a former ice hockey player from Michigan who currently works for a geotech company. John spoke with Mashable about the encounter and said, "I saw a brother in need and just wanted to help." Adding, "Tyson asked me to write my number down and I didn't want him to return the money, I just thought 'pass it on' as in pass on 'something good.'"
Both John and Tyson have expressed feeling awestruck by the response their story has received.
15 Simple Things Stylish Women Do Every Day
Contrary to popular belief, really chic women aren't superhuman - they're just well-prepared. If you don't see them running around with week-old coffee stains on their blouses or hobbling in painful heels, it's not because those things just don't happen to them. It's because they know how to deal.
In fact, they're dealing on a daily basis. Truth is, the fashionable friends you envy have some very helpful habits that make looking polished, confident, and cool a daily reality. It's not about a total wardrobe overhaul or dropping tons of cash on the season's biggest trends. Real style starts at home the moment you wake up. We've done the research - all you have to do is read on for the takeaways you can start practicing right now.
This Yoga Sequence Will Loosen Up Insanely Tight Hamstrings
Running and crazy-tight hamstrings seem to go together like peanut butter and jelly, but it doesn't have to be that way! Hop on your mat after a run and do this short yoga sequence. It not only targets the backs of the legs, but also increases flexibility in the lower back and hips - opening those areas is essential to decreasing tightness in the hamstrings.
This Yoga Sequence Will Loosen Up Insanely Tight Hamstrings
Running and crazy-tight hamstrings seem to go together like peanut butter and jelly, but it doesn't have to be that way! Hop on your mat after a run and do this short yoga sequence. It not only targets the backs of the legs, but also increases flexibility in the lower back and hips - opening those areas is essential to decreasing tightness in the hamstrings.
16 Times We Almost Didn't Recognize Adriana Lima
Adriana Lima can make herself look like a totally different person with a simple change of clothes, a variation on her lipstick, or a subtle hair change - that's probably why fashion designers are always choosing her to walk the runway for them. The Brazilian beauty can be sexy and flirty at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, slightly manly wearing a three-piece suit, and even goth with the help of the right eye makeup. Keep scrolling to see all the times Adriana had us wondering "Is that really her?"
What's So Cool About Céline Anyway?
If I watched the Céline Spring '17 runway with my husband, I doubt he'd get it. And that's a fact. Pheobe Philo's never been one to follow convention; but she does make trends - whether or not my husband believes it. What starts as a bold, crazy idea becomes a way of a dress. This season, she begins our wardrobe disruption with proportional play - oversize suit jackets with flowing bottoms of every kind. Chiffon skirts that move, even leather pants that feel light and breezy, then suit pants cropped to reveal a layer of breezy sheer fabric hanging to the ankles underneath. Who would've thought such a trick adds anything to the outfit, but watching the runway, I'm convinced it does.
33 Outfits From The O.C. That Are Totally Cool to Wear Right Now
Watching The O.C. was always kind of like watching Sex and the City: there was one character who shared your sense of style. Whether you loved how Marissa layered her necklaces or you were all about Summer's boleros, there was plenty of inspiration for the taking.
With '90s trends resurfacing, we did some searching and uncovered a bunch of memorable looks that we'd wear today. Summer had Mary Janes we swear we just saw on the Prada runway, and you could easily find Kirsten's slinky cocktail dresses at Topshop. Read on for more fashion moments than you can totally handle right now.
20 Ingenious Ways to Dress as Finn From Star Wars: The Force Awakens
From the minute Finn came on screen in Star Wars: The Force Awakens, it was so easy to fall in love with his personality (and John Boyega). After almost a full year of obsessing over Finn and shipping him with Poe Dameron, show off your love for him this Halloween. The costume is easy enough to put together with items from your closet, or go all out and buy anything you need. Look ahead for some inspiration - it might convince your friends or family to do a Star Wars group costume with you!
31 Photos of Men Holding Their Tots That'll Make Your Ovaries Explode
What's cuter than a man holding a baby? Well, not a whole lot. For some reason, seeing a tiny tot wrapped in a gorgeous guy's arms makes women weak in the knees. We're not sure if it's purely biological or because men and babies are both beautiful in their own right, but putting these two creatures together produces an amount of cuteness that the world may not be ready for. Don't believe it? Take a look at these photos and try not to swoon.
No Joke: Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart Have 1 of the Funniest Bromances in Hollywood
Dwayne Johnson and Kevin Hart may seem like polar opposites, but there is one thing they definitely have in common: they're both freaking hilarious. Ever since costarring in Central Intelligence in June, the actors have developed quite the bromance - and we can't get enough. Not only did they poke fun at each other on set, but they practically left us in tears with their entertaining press interviews. Thankfully, the fun isn't over quite yet. The two are currently filming their new movie, Jumanji, and have already graced us with a handful of comedic moments on social media. As their friendship continues to grow, have a good laugh over their best moments together.
These Iconic Movie Wedding Dresses Will Take You Way, Way Back
It's no coincidence that Hollywood's most fashionable films usually happen to have a wedding . . . and thus a wedding dress. But only a selection of those gowns have stood the test of time, and not necessarily for being gorgeous. Whether you're a bride in need of a little A-list inspiration or just a cinephile in the mood to reminisce, we've rounded up the most memorable movie wedding dresses of all time, some of which were even created by iconic designers, just for the big screen.
- Additional reporting by Sarah Wasilak
Does Donald Trump's Subdued Faux Tan Make Him "Look Presidential?"
There was a lot to observe during the first 2016 presidential debate - sniffling, shimmying, and some truly weird talk about stamina - but what immediately caught our eye was Donald Trump. In case you hadn't noticed, he was missing his dramatic faux tan!
Amidst other characteristics, Trump has been called out in the past for his unusually orange complexion, which strongly contrasts with the fair skin on his eyelids. Makeup artist Jason Kelly, who worked on the faces of many politicians at this year's Republican National Convention, told Harper's Bazaar that he had figured out Trump's signature style. "I know exactly what he does to himself," Kelly said. "The tanning bed, the spray tan, he wears the goggles and you can see the hyperpigmentation around his eyes."
However, at the debate at Hofstra University on Sept. 26, Trump's usual glow was much more subdued, perhaps in an effort to "look presidential." Keep reading to see for yourself.
10 Too-Real Struggles Latinas Trying to Lose Weight Will Understand
Let me preface this by saying that, in general, losing weight is no easy feat. Add Latin culture - deliciously salty and carb-filled food, family members who don't understand dieting, often unrealistic body and beauty standards - into the mix, and it can feel like an uphill battle that arroz con pollo and asados are endlessly trying to derail.
Know the feeling? Read on for the totally real struggles I've faced in my own personal weight loss/maintenance/just-trying-to-be-healthier journey as a Panamanian American with very persistent relatives, and a deep love for tacos. Then, take a scroll through some delightful guilt-free recipes.
Margot Robbie Breaks Character With Kate McKinnon During SNL's Season Premiere
Saturday Night Live returned for its 42nd season this week, bringing out Margot Robbie as their special guest, and of course, MVP Kate McKinnon. In between poking fun at Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump's recent presidential debate and playing a round of Celebrity Family Feud, Keira Knightley (Margot) and Debette Goldry (Kate) sat down with Aidy Bryant, Marion Cotillard (Cecily Strong), and Lupita Nyong'o (Sasheer Zamata) at a roundtable to share their experiences as women in Hollywood for the New York Film Festival. As Kate talked about being a burned-out actress who exchanges sex for movie roles, Margot could barely hold it together as she was overcome with laughter, making for one of the best moments of the show. See for yourself in the clip above.
27 Gigigrams That Prove She's the Queen of Casual Style
Gigi Hadid has no problem dressing up on set or for a fancy Fashion Week party, but when she's on break, she dresses the part. Gigi's greatest selfies show off her true athleisure style, in which sneakers and leggings reign supreme. Of course, the supermodel finds the coolest ways to look cozy, whether it's in her Calvin undies, Rihanna's Fenty x Puma gear, or, say, a graphic shirt designed by Cara Delevingne for DKNY. Read on to see some of our favorite Gigi outfits to date, all of them consisting of the coziest pieces in her wardrobe.
Rare GIF of a Dying Star Will Make You Rethink Your Existence
The Hubble Telescope recently celebrated its 26th birthday, and in those years it has given us an incredible look at the vast world we live in. Case in point: a rare peek at a dying star.
From 2002 to 2006, Hubble captured close-up images of an enormous star named V838 Moncerotis, which sits 20,000 light-years away from Earth. Back then, the star emitted a powerful flash of light that illuminated the dust and gas that surrounded it.
"Hubble's exceptionally sharp focus of V838 Mon offered a ring-side seat at the slow death of the star and excited astrophysicists with the chance to study the physics of the light, matter and microscopic dust of the interstellar medium," writes The Conversation, which offers more details about the life of the star and the cause of that light flash.
Below you can see a time-lapse video of the photos taken by the Hubble. Looks fake, doesn't it?
6 Time-Saving Smoothie Tips
While whipping up a breakfast smoothie is usually pretty fast, here are some ways to make that morning meal even quicker!
6 Time-Saving Smoothie Tips
While whipping up a breakfast smoothie is usually pretty fast, here are some ways to make that morning meal even quicker!
7 Celebrity Romances That Lasted Way Longer in Your Head
When it comes to celebrity couples, there are some that you just can't let go of, no matter how long it's been since they broke up. Some of the high-profile romances from our youth seem so iconic and so important that we tend to believe they lasted a lot longer than they really did - and what's even more fascinating is when you realize that some of those same stars are in current relationships that have actually stood the test of time. From Britney and Justin to Brad and Jennifer, keep reading for seven celebrity romances that were much shorter than you remember, then check out more things you loved as a teenager in the 2000s.
Amal Clooney Crashes George's Boys' Night Out With Hugh Jackman and Michael Douglas
George Clooney was on hand to host Hollywood's Night Under the Stars, The Motion Picture & Television Fund's 95th anniversary celebration, in LA on Saturday night. The actor, who recently returned from the Big Apple, arrived solo but linked up with pals Hugh Jackman, Michael Douglas, and Kevin Spacey once he hit the red carpet. The event, which included performances by Matt Bomer, Derek Hough, and Jane Lynch, honored major figures in film and television, and also brought out George's wife, Amal Clooney, who made a fashionably late arrival. Once inside, the couple was nearly inseparable as they struck their best poses for photographers and mingled with a few of George's close friends, adding to their ongoing list of cute moments together.
Amal Clooney's Floral Pants Aren't All That Fancy When You Zoom in Close
Fancy-looking they may be, but Amal Clooney's floral palazzo pants are downright comfortable for a Hollywood party. She joined her husband George at MPTF's Night Under the Stars wearing a black crop top with trendy cold shoulder details. Her slashed shirt didn't call for a sophisticated pencil skirt or a pair of jeans, though we know Amal's got both of those pieces in her closet. Instead, the stylish lawyer and activist slipped into silk high-waisted trousers by Ossie Clark.
Accessorizing with just delicate drop earrings, her engagement ring, and a cuff, the resulting look was comfortable elegance. It's the type of outfit we'd put on if we were looking forward to hanging home, but convinced to go out instead. Read on to see Amal's pants from all angles, then shop for a pair yourself.
11 Demi Lovato Costume Ideas That Will Make You Cool For Halloween
We've loved Demi Lovato since her early Disney Channel days, but she's gone through a total transformation to become the superstar she is now. Through the years, her confidence has only gotten stronger, and it's evident in her new provocative lyrics and crazy-sexy outfits.
She's not afraid to show off her curvy body and show a little skin with edgy, revealing looks. That's why we're so inspired to take a play from Demi's book and sport one of her daring looks this Halloween. Whether you're looking for a bombshell beautiful costume or something a little more dark and striking, you can look to the singer for some inspiration. Keep scrolling for our breakdown of Demi's 11 best Halloween-worthy outfits, then check out 15 ways you can channel the ultimate Latin diva: Jennifer Lopez.
I Wish Someone Had Told Me - There Is No Postpartum Care
Ever heard of a sitz bath? There is one thing I wish I had known before I left the hospital with my first baby - that once you leave, there is no postpartum care. Yes, you have a checkup at six weeks, but it's after most of the discomfort has passed. The shock of what has happened to your body may not have passed.
By the time I got back to my OB at six weeks, I'd figured out that my tailbone was probably broken from childbirth and was told - by a doctor I had really liked - a broken tailbone is a broken tailbone. As in, there's really nothing to do except let time heal it. It was discouraging. I had mistakenly been looking for a little help. In those crucial early weeks of nursing and bonding with my child, sitting was unbearably painful. I quickly bought a doughnut ring to sit on and became very choosy about chairs, but it didn't change the fact that I had to sit down to feed my baby every other hour, and that discomfort, even with all of the meds and padding, made nursing my infant feel something like torture. I wasn't fully healed until five or six months postpartum. This might be why many women shell out for those seemingly overpriced gliders. No price is too high for a little comfort at that stage.
A friend of mine was discharged postpartum only to have her newborn readmitted a day later for jaundice. In their city hospital, all the rooms with space for parents with newborns were full. This new mother had to sleep in the waiting room and sit there during the day in between nursing and pumping for her newborn. During this time, her stitches came out and she contracted an infection, so she had to be readmitted and treated. She said that recovery was far more painful than labor itself.
While her story is unusual, it seems fairly common that the pain new mothers experience is overlooked or unseen by the medical community. Care between mothers and newborns is not well coordinated. In the hospital, you'll be given some info about postpartum bleeding - called lochia - and a nurse might talk to you about the baby blues or postpartum depression. Once home, you can call your doctor or clinic for some advice, but in between figuring out your new baby, nursing, and being physically limited, you may not have the wherewithal to get yourself to the doctor. I found it strange in retrospect that the baby's health is checked every week or two in the first months, whereas your own body is supposed to magically take care of itself. Yes, it does heal, but it's better to inform yourself beforehand and be prepared.
Ask your friends, doula, or physician what you might need to care for yourself after you leave the hospital. You might find yourself in significant pain, especially while sitting, either from bruising during labor, from healing stitches, or painful hemorrhoids. You may have strong contractions, called afterpains, or have trouble using the bathroom from a stressed bladder and perineal muscles. You may pass blood clots as your uterus heals or be so sore and tired that you experience deep body aches. If you've had a C-section, you may not be able to hold and lift your baby well or without pain. Your body has a lot of healing to do even while you are giving much of your energy to the newborn.
In many cases, rest, pain medications, and frequent baths will be most important. The time it takes to heal is one reason people talk of organizing help or meals after baby arrives. Instead of thinking, "I can do this," think, "I'll take all the help I can get." Don't minimize your pain. Make sure you communicate about how you are feeling with your spouse and with your doctor. Take time getting back to your usual speed. I think I took my first walk outside the apartment a full week after my first labor. I was pushing a stroller, confused by the actual sunlight and roaring traffic and investigating dogs, all of which seemed dangerous to my child. But it wasn't - she slept through the noise and sidewalk bumps, and so we just kept going.
We walked a lot in the early months, with a sling or the stroller, and while it was slower than my solo pace, it was also refreshing to feel my legs stretch and gather strength, week by week. The body I knew returned but very slowly, and my memory of that painful recovery still shadows my experience of having children.
44 Stylish DIY Costumes That Are Just Too Easy
Come Oct. 30, you don't want to be stuck still figuring out exactly what to wear for Halloween. Armed with your own wardrobe full of great pieces and a few inspiring ideas, whipping up a stylish costume is about to be totally painless (no, this isn't a trick).
Whether you're into a fashion-forward costume or a one-and-done look is more your style, these 44 easy DIYs will help you win your annual costume contest - no competition.
The 1 Spot Treatment That Clears Up Blemishes in 24 Hours
I'm admittedly a bona fide lunatic when it comes to my skin. Although I applaud the fact that I don't have a complete emotional breakdown at the appearance of one unsightly zit anymore, I do have to say I feel a wide range of sadness when my skin is anything but smooth - which is natural, but definitely excessive, to say the least.
When Kiehl's reached out about a new acne spot treatment, I knew I needed it on my radar ASAP. I love a good spot treatment, but sometimes overnight acne products leave aggressive red marks on my face (almost like a burn). I hate that.
Kiehl's Dermatologist Solutions 1851 Breakout Control Targeted Acne Spot Treatment ($28) is a treatment that is meant to help adult acne, and it doesn't feel like you're piling on zit cream a la your teenage years. (I could use the term "mature skin" here, but "mature" is so boring, isn't it? It's like saying your skin has no fun. Boo. I digress.) It looks sophisticated - medicinal even - and here's what really matters: Kiehl's utilizes the maximum amount of OTC sulfur (10 percent) to help reduce the size of your blemish in a mere 24 hours, and you can even apply the product in the morning and evening without worrying about your skin drying out.
I've been using this product for the past four weeks; when I apply it at night, I make sure to use it underneath a good moisturizer since my skin is a bit more on the sensitive side. (My favorites are Sunday Riley Tidal Enzyme Brightening Water Cream and Kiehl's Super Multi-Corrective Cream.) When I wake up, the size of my blemish is reduced. It is usually flat, less inflamed, and sometimes completely gone.
The sulfur helps with the acne in a few ways: it sheds dead skin and works as a purifier, so it keeps your sebum from clogging the pore. It also keeps bacteria from spreading. And because it's less aggressive than some other anti-acne ingredients, it isn't as drying on "mature" skin. Vitamin B3 is also used to soothe the area.
If you know anything about sulfur, you know it has a very potent smell. Some people enjoy this scent because it reminds them of lighting a match, but if it's too much for you, don't worry. There's no pungent smell with this acne treatment.
So, the short of it is this: if you have a blemish and you need to get rid of it post-haste, this is the treatment for you.
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These Kids Watched the Presidential Debate, and This Is What They Realized
A group of kids stayed up to watch last night's first presidential debate, and they made some simple yet eye-opening observations during Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump's performance. While they're not able to vote just yet, it's worth hearing their honest opinions. When it comes to their temperament, one boy noted, "I feel like Hillary Clinton is making a really good point and Donald Trump has just been raging a lot. He's been getting angry and interrupting people."
But even looking past how they delivered their statements, one child questioned the substance behind what Trump was actually saying. "Donald Trump just keeps saying the same thing over and over again, like it will have more meaning each time he says it."
As far as some of the bigger issues are concerned, like stop and frisk, one child had a very important question for Trump: "Would you want your brother, your dad, your son, daughter, or your sister to be randomly stopped in the street and patted down for doing nothing? That doesn't sound like equal rights to anyone, does it?"
Check out the rest of their thoughts in the above video.
Kate Middleton Looked Like Grace Personified on the Royal Tour of Canada
With four royal tours already under her belt, Kate Middleton is a pro who makes world travel look easy and impeccably stylish. Who else could emerge from a transatlantic flight looking so poised, with two children in tow, no less? That's exactly what you'll see when you find Kate stepping off the airplane in a chic blue Jenny Packham sheath dress, coordinating fascinator, and neutral pumps - and again when the duchess hit the ground on day two of her current royal tour, arriving by sea plane at the Vancouver Harbor. For her final day in Canada, Kate debuted a sophisticated, Fall-appropriate look consisting of separates from your favorite retailers.
Read on to see everything Kate packed for the royal tour of Canada with her family.
This Art Will Make You Wish Tim Burton Directed Superhero Movies
Tim Burton has made a career out of films featuring creepy protagonists. However, artist Andrew Tarusov's spooky superhero illustrations (created in the filmmaker's signature style) will make you wish Burton directed comic films instead. From a stick-thin Deadpool with a severed hand to a Wonder Woman who could be Sally from The Nightmare Before Christmas's sister, these willowy heroes would make incredible comics. Can't you imagine Johnny Depp as Iron Man and Helena Bonham-Carter as Lois Lane? You can buy the entire series on Tarusov's site . . . though, fair warning, they'll make you desperate for Burton to sign onto a superhero film deal.
Proof That Hillary Clinton Is The Office's Jim Halpert During This Election
The first presidential debate was rife with moments that caused a lot of spot-on social media commentary, including one in particular that is everywhere on the internet. It's when Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton broke the so-called fourth wall and looked into the camera with a facial expression that practically screamed, "Are you all hearing what I'm hearing?" Many have since compared her to-camera expression to Jim Halpert's many reactions on The Office. As it turns out, the comparison is insanely spot-on.
Look ahead for some hilarious reactions that compare Hillary to Jim.
You Can Find Kate Middleton's Entire Outfit in Your Own Closet
You might expect Kate to pull out all the stops for her last appearance in Canada, but she went for sophisticated comfort rather than a look-at-me dress. Wouldn't you? After a busy royal tour, the duchess enjoyed herself alongside Prince William as the pair learned about mental health and family services in Victoria. Kate didn't just wear jeans and a blazer from Zara, her ribbed off-the-shoulder top is from H&M and her tweed loafers, complete with a modern block heel, are still available at J.Crew.
Kate didn't just fashion a perfect Fall look, she did it at an affordable price. Read on to see how the duchess accessorized with dainty jewels including a Woodland Collection pendant and Annoushka pearl drop earrings, then pick up the basics. Frankly, we'd be surprised if these items weren't already on your shopping list.
Everyone Will Be Toting These Understated Accessories Come Spring
Floriana Gavriel and Rachel Mansur presented their Spring '17 lineup to a packed house at New York Fashion Week. Despite the buzzing crowd, the whole experience was completely unfussy. Veering from the spectacular approach that often plagues the Fashion Week calendar, guests were invited into a "museum gallery," where the presentation was as understated as the shoes and bags that lined the walls.
The label delivered again on the bucket bag and the structured handbags it rolled out for Fall, this time introducing eight new bags and nine new shoe styles in grosgrain, leather, suede, and silk fabrics. The gingham prints offered an adorable update on the minimalist bodies we already love, while fisherman sandals, an elegant slipper, and an ankle-boot body were favorites in the new footwear. Read on to see the highlights from the presentation and a closer look at all the Spring '17 pieces.
Be Careful When You Try to Patronize the Stars of Stranger Things
We love Stranger Things and all, but even in real life, the youngest stars of the show have a way of stealing our hearts. We've been delighted by so many of their antics in the past couple months: their "Uptown Funk" performance at the Emmys, plus Millie Bobby Brown's adorable head-shaving video and flawless Nicki Minaj rap. But out of all this recent magic, there's one thing we love about these kids even more: their immeasurable levels of sass, especially in talk show interviews.
Double the Fun: Chris and Liam Hemsworth Show Their Team Spirit in Australia
Chris and Liam Hemsworth were front and center to watch the Western Bulldogs take on the Sydney Swans during the AFL Grand Final in their native Australia on Saturday. The brothers, who are big Bulldog fans, celebrated their win by sharing a handful of fun photos from their time at the match on Instagram. Liam uploaded a fun snap of him and his family decked out in Bulldog gear, writing, "Let's go bulldogs!!"
Chris also shared a couple pictures of his own, including one of himself with Liam and his dad, which he captioned, "With my dad watching the @westernbulldogs win the first @afl grand final since 1954, the year he was born!!! best day ever !!! (Also meeting my wife was the other best day)." Unfortunately, both of the brothers' significant others were missing from the action - perhaps Miley Cyrus was busy planning her upcoming wedding to Liam?
7 Signs You're Overparenting
Can you be "too good" of a parent?
Reader Katherine W. says she's worried she has been overparenting or pampering her kids. "I tried to do the very best I could," she relays, "taking them to parks and interesting places every weekend, reading to them, working in their classrooms and every school event, supervising homework every night, helping with Girl Scouts, driving them to after-school activities, arranging play dates, making family dinners a priority, and on and on." However, Katherine recently noticed that her child's friend, whose parent was not as involved, has grown into a more confident and self-sufficient person. "Did all that effort even make any difference?"
How do you know if you're turning into an overbearing parent? If, like Katherine, you're wondering if you should be less involved, here we've rounded up readers' advice on signs that you may be overparenting.
1. You Praise Profusely
One of the tell-tale signs that you're being overbearing, instead of balanced, is when you notice yourself giving your child a profuse amount of praise. While children need encouragement, parents can go overboard, for instance, when they have an "unconscious, incessant need to praise and reward their kids," says a reader who calls herself "Chatty." She explains: "I think the only time extra praise is warranted is when children are very young; babies and young toddlers have to learn what is appropriate and what isn't, and praising them in an excitable manner when they master a new skill or act in an appropriate or desirable manner helps them to learn. But, if you're over the top and praise them every single time they do something, especially when it's repeatedly for the same thing they've already mastered and done 1,000 times, it's doing them a huge disservice."
As an example, Chatty says when first potty training her daughter, she and her husband gave her lots of "high-fives" and "good jobs." But once her daughter mastered the toilet, she "opened a dialogue with her about how it made her feel to be able to go to the washroom on her own."
2. You Offer Too Many Material Rewards
Similar to offering an abundance of praise, some parents spoil their children with too many material things. Stephanie Y. came to this realization when one year her 9-year-old son "clearly expressed his utter disappointment in his Christmas gifts. He explained that he didn't get what he really wanted and poo-pooed what he did get," she remembers.
After unsuccessfully trying to impart a lesson about the spirit of Christmas, Stephanie realized she had been giving her children way too much. "I am the mom that would carry my kids' backpack for them, or buy the toy to bribe them to be good in the store! I needed to change, be more of a parent." Vowing that her children would never be ungrateful at Christmas again, she reduced the gifts her children were receiving all year round, and also reduced her children's candy consumption, so that they would learn to appreciate Halloween, too.
Charlotte R. is another mom who believes "kids these days have way too many things. When I was growing up we had one phone for the whole house and we had to limit our time to share with everyone. We never got to just sit on the phone and call our friends all the time, because we had household chores to do and our homework and getting ready for school," she says.
3. You Have Low Expectations
With the rigors of school and extracurricular activities, sometimes parents are hesitant to give their children too many responsibilities. But an ill-fated result of not expecting a lot from your children is that parents might do too much for their kids. Setting low expectations while assuming there will be big rewards is especially a common occurrence in school.
4. You Dole Out Few Responsibilities
Setting expectations for your children includes holding them accountable for age-appropriate responsibilities, members add. From a very young age, Ellen B. says, "many kitchen tasks are fair game," and that kids are capable and often willing to bring their dishes to the sink when done, set the table, take the garbage out, and help cook. "And, yes," she adds, "teach them to clean up their messes." Once parents "get over the perception the only you can get things done on time, you will find training them is a time-saver."
Increasing responsibilities and "doing less for them can give them the best possible chance" at becoming self-sufficient, independent adults, mom Ellen explains. "The more children learn to do tasks and make good decisions on their own, the better odds they have of living a productive life," she says.
When you educate your children about their responsibilities, just be sure they understand that they're not being asked to do things because "'mommy is task master,' but rather [because] 'we live together, and share both the work and the pleasure of having our own home,'" Lisa R. notes.
5. You Repeat Yourself Frequently
Once they assign responsibilities, overbearing parents often make the mistake of repeatedly telling children what to do. But parents are not raising robots that should follow every order, mom Angelique A. says. She admits she is sometimes guilty of this with her 14- and 15-year-olds and finds herself constantly telling her own children "to do this and that." She adds: "I mean when will it register that if you see something that needs to be done, just do it?" Still, Angelique knows she needs to lay off if she wants to raise responsible adults. "I was taught independence at a very young age. When I had to, I knew what to do when my parents were away."
6. You Help Without Being Asked
Most parents would help their children at the drop of a hat, but several readers advise that parents would be wise to step back and wait to offer help until children ask for it. As a teacher, Pamela W. says she sees today's parents doing too much for their children when it's not necessary. "I see parents carrying their children's backpacks for them, etc., around the school campuses. I also see far more moms and dads who accompany their children into the classroom at the kindergarten level and spend time before the bell rings," she says.
"It's hard not to helicopter," Shawnn L. admits. But as someone who works at a university, she doesn't support it: "It is extremely frustrating to watch [parents] be overbearing and [make choices] for adult freshman student[s]. It is extremely frustrating to speak to the student and have the parent answer. It is even more frustrating to watch a student make excellent choices with regards to his/her studies, only to see the parent undermine every choice because they either weren't involved enough, or didn't agree."
Lucy L. summarizes: "Don't do something for your child that he or she is capable of doing for themselves."
On the other hand, when parents let children make more decisions and help themselves, they often find that their children are more resourceful than they initially thought. Ann F., for instance, recently encouraged her children to sell their unwanted toys to make some money. "When I checked on them in the playroom, they had a whole pile of toys they wanted to sell and were in the process of lugging them out front." Ann's gut reaction was to stop them, but she had a second thought and asked what they wanted to do with the money they earned. "They said they wanted to donate it to an animal shelter or children's hospital. The whole situation reminded me that sometimes it really is best just to get out of their way, not be overbearing, and when they are making their own fun without any parental involvement, to just let them be," she says.
As a reader who calls herself "Vegemite Cheese" says of parenting, "It's not always what you do for your kids but what you teach your kids to do for themselves."
7. You Try to Prevent All Mistakes
Of course, when making their own decisions, children will make some mistakes, but Lisa B. says it's healthy to let mistakes happen in a safe environment. "Both my kids are extremely careful about touching hot objects and getting their little fingers caught in doors/drawers. That's because I've let them try it when they were 6 months old. As soon as they were able to open and close a drawer, I've allowed them to close it (not too strongly, though), on their own fingers," she says. "Rather than preventing them from doing something dangerous, I let them experience the consequences (provided it isn't health/life-threatening). They know what it's like to touch a hot drink. When they fall, they know they have to get up and dust themselves off, all on their own."
As another example, Lisa adds that her son once had a bad habit of putting his fingers and toys in his mouth. "After reminding him several times that it was dirty, I waited to see what would happen. He caught a very painful mouth sore. But now he knows the consequences of putting dirty objects in his mouth," she says. Of course, she offers the caveat that she always tries to reinforce good behavior.
Ultimately, moms and dads can avoid overparenting by being supportive of their children, but not being overinvolved, Circle of Moms members say. "There is such a thing as being too involved, too loving, too praising, too in-tune with what your kids are doing . . . just as the other extreme suggests an unhealthy relationship with kids (no affection, attention, encouragement, etc.). Balance really is the key component of all facets of humanity," Jamie B. says.
"Being over-protective is an easy and common mistake that parents make," admits mom Riana F., noting she sometimes closes her eyes and says, "World please be gentle with this child of mine." But, she realizes, "The world will never be gentle, it will only ever be real, and if I try to protect my children from its challenges I will also be protecting them from its rewards."
The Sentimental Story Behind Kathryn Boyd's Self-Designed Wedding Dress
Kathryn Boyd's lacy, layered wedding dress may be stunning from every angle, but it was only after she posted the story behind the piece that we realized just how special it was. The self-designed creation, which she wore while saying "I do" to Josh Brolin, was something she'd dreamed about wearing for "a lifetime" and was sewn together by Chris Hudson using her mother's old lace. It was a way of combining tradition with Kathryn's own unique taste, and we'll definitely be dreaming about it for a long time. Scroll through to see the dress in full, then check out some of the most spectacular wedding looks from 2016.
20 Fun Rey Costumes That Will Take You Minutes to Put Together
You don't need to travel to Jakku to find a way to put together a fun and easy Rey costume. Sure, we still don't know who her parents are or what her real backstory is, but she's definitely the best part of Star Wars: The Force Awakens (and we think BB-8 would agree). Take a look ahead to see how to put together your own Rey costume, and if you need more ideas, try these other DIY ideas strong with the Force.
Axl Duhamel Is Growing Up So Fast! See Fergie and Josh's Cutest Family Pics
Fergie and Josh Duhamel welcomed their first child, Axl Duhamel, in August 2013, and he's been winning our hearts on Instagram ever since. The family often delivers adorable photos of the little guy, whether his face is on Fergie's birthday cake or he's cheering on Team USA at the World Cup on Josh's shoulders. Keep reading to see all of their heart-melting moments, and then check out even more sweet celebrity families on Instagram.
33 Times Chris Hemsworth Was Ridiculously Sexy
Chris Hemsworth is sexy no matter what he does. Whether he's showing off his doting-dad side while hanging out with wife Elsa Pataky and their three children, India, Sasha, and Tristan; suiting up for a big premiere; or displaying his Thor abs during a surfing session with his brothers, Luke and Liam Hemsworth, we can't get enough. Keep reading for his hottest moments, ever.
This Is What Your Favorite Food Personalities Actually Eat For Breakfast
If you're looking for a little breakfast inspiration, you've come to the right place. Your favorite chefs and cooking experts, like Giada De Laurentiis and Gordon Ramsay, have shared their favorite breakfast recipes that are guaranteed to turn you into a morning person. From the best way to scramble eggs to the crispiest breakfast potatoes, here's how all the pros really do breakfast.
Burn More Calories With These Yoga Pose Variations
While many yoga poses are relaxing and calm, there are many poses that get your muscles quivering and your heart rate up, which can make for a big calorie burn. The next time you're on your mat, challenge yourself with these advanced variations.
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