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.
mercredi 23 janvier 2019
Despite Her "Genderless" Approach, Kate Hudson Says Raising a Daughter Has Been Different
Kate Hudson may have recently welcomed her third child, but she's not done learning a thing or two about parenting. The actress recently spoke with AOL while promoting her fairly new partnership with WW and opened up about what it's been like to raise her daughter, Rani Rose Hudson Fujikawa, after previously raising two sons. (Kate's first child, Ryder Russell Robinson, is now 15 years old, and she also has a 7-year-old, Bingham Hawn Bellamy.)
"It doesn't really change my approach, but there's definitely a difference," Kate said in the interview. While Kate feels as though Rani has a pretty "feminine" personality so far, she tends to gravitate toward a "genderless" parenting approach. "I think you just raise your kids individually regardless," Kate said. "We still don't know what she's going to identify as. I will say that, right now, she is incredibly feminine in her energy, her sounds, and her way."
That being said, Kate said shopping for her daughter has offered a different experience. "It's very different from the boys, and it's really fun to actually want to buy kids' clothes. With the boys it was just like onesies . . . actually, I did pretty good with the boys," she joked. "But with her it's a whole other ball game. There's some stuff that I'm like, 'I can't do that to her, because it's so over-the-top.'"
Speaking of "over-the-top" children's clothing, Kate did dress Rani up in a bold, bright red onesie with some floral ruching over the holidays, which she said was partially inspired by witnessing Bob Mackie design for her mother, Goldie Hawn, as she was growing up. "I have a bit of an affinity for the embellished and sequined," Kate wrote on Instagram. Hey, everything in moderation.
Kate Middleton Gets Candid About the Fact That She, Too, Has Parenting Struggles Sometimes
Kate Middleton might be the mom of actual princes and a princess, but she's still a parent with many of the same stresses and concerns as others. As part of her royal engagements, Kate visited the Family Action charity in London, where she launched a service called FamilyLine. The confidential helpline is set up for any parent struggling "with any aspect of family life, such as parenting challenges, family conflict, relationship difficulties, or mental health and wellbeing."
When Kate met with FamilyLine volunteers, she got candid about the fact that she is not immune to parenting woes. "Everybody experiences the same struggle," she said, according to E! News. "You get a lot of support with the baby years . . . particularly in the early days up to the age of about one, but after that there isn't a huge amount - lots of books to read."
A volunteer weighed in and said, "Why she's a great supporter of our service is that she does recognize that families have the same pressures and struggles and she's no exception. She may have slightly different circumstances to the rest of us but, you know, being a parent is being a parent." Truth. Prince George, 5, Princess Charlotte, 3, and Prince Louis, 8 months, may be adorable, but the 37-year-old Duchess of Cambridge is probably tired just like you.
Maintain Your Place as #1 Gift Giver With the Best Toys of 2019
Whether you're a parent, relative, or close friend of the family, chances are there is a young one you'll have to shop for this year. Be sure you stay up to date on the hottest toys and newest releases with this handy guide of chart-topping items. It will be a lifesaver!
9 Shoe Organizers That Will Help You Tidy Your Room - All From Amazon
My weakness is buying shoes - I won't even admit how many I own. Having tons of pairs leads to a messy bedroom I'm constantly tidying up. To kick off the year right, I'm cleaning up my shoe pile; there are tons of great organizers on Amazon that make keeping everything in order easy. Check out the top-rated choices that customers approve of. You'll feel so much better with an organized space.
You've Been Carrying Your Baby's Car Seat Wrong the Whole Time
One of the most universal pain points of parenting is carrying a baby car seat. There's just no way to do it that isn't awkward or uncomfortable.
Dr. Emily Puente of Bridge Family Chiropractic, however, just revealed a genius way to carry them, pain-free.
"It's not going to hurt your shoulder, it's not going to hurt your hip, and you're not going to have to use your knee to swing like I had to do with my two [kids]," she said of the technique before demonstrating it in a Facebook video. "Someone taught me this before, and it's been the greatest thing."
The traditional way people carry car seats puts undue strain on the body because it doesn't distribute the weight evenly across the body. Her go-to maneuver looks almost too good to be true: "I will guarantee you this is going to be easier for you to carry."
Still, in her post, the chiropractor recognizes that "due to so many different makes and models of car seats, it is likely that this method won't work for all seats."
Here's hoping it works with yours!
Mom's Potty-Training Method Involves Covering ENTIRE Home in Wee-Wee Pads
The idea of having potty-trained kids, in theory, is a good one. It means no more diapers and greater independence for our growing toddlers. But the process of actually potty-training them? It's a nightmare . . . a pee-soaked nightmare.
One mom in the UK attempted to get ahead of all that before beginning to potty-train her daughter. And she may have gone a smidge overboard.
"Am I doing it right?" Shona McLoughlin asked with a laughing emoji before posting images from "Day One." The series of photos showed the floor of her child's playroom completely covered by dozens of wee-wee pads typically used for housebreaking dogs.
"Sat here waiting for her to pee," she wrote. "Do I just keep sitting her on the potty and hope she gets it? I've no idea what I'm doing."
Clearly, but let's be honest: do any of us?!
People Are Starting to Order Gender-Reveal Lasagna, and I'm in Carb Heaven
Gender-reveal parties aren't exactly new anymore. Once you've popped one balloon filled with pink (or blue!) confetti, you've popped them all. For soon-to-be parents, finding a unique way to announce the sex of their future child is getting a lot harder, especially since a now-traditional "Is It a Boy or Girl?" secret-filling cake just won't cut it. Luckily for them, there may be one surprise left untapped.
You can now order "gender-reveal lasagna" for your next party!
Villa Italian Kitchen, a quick-service pizza brand, announced the addition of a new catering package that features one cheese lasagna with a secret pink or blue interior. The made-to-order lasagna includes pasta imported from Italy, a classic Italian alfredo sauce, and both creamy ricotta and melty mozzarella cheeses. The spread also comes with enough garlic rolls and salad for a party of 12 for $140.
So, if you want to add a fun - albeit a little cheesy (literally!) - twist to the growing gender-reveal party trend, cut into some lasagna, reveal that dyed cheese, and dig into a hearty meal, without a frilly cupcake in sight.
1 Mom May Have Solved the Problem of Kids Wearing Coats in Car Seats Once and For All
Like every other parent under the sun, Dahlia Rezik - a mom of three from New Hampshire - wants her kids to be as safe as possible in the car. But you know what presents a hazard during the Winter months? Bulky coats. Rather than enduring the struggle of getting her kid from place to place without a coat for another second, Dahlia decided to do something about it by creating a line of car-seat-safe outerwear called Buckle Me Baby Coats.
"One day, feeling totally defeated by the No Coat Thing, I thought if the zipper wasn't in the middle . . . Enter instant excitement! I applied for a patent and did the next logical thing, I spoke with every coat manufacturer imaginable," Dahlia explained on her website. "I thought they would jump on the idea, but they didn't believe that coats and car seats had anything to do with one another. They weren't in the trenches though - I was - and I knew other parents were, too."
And yes, according to experts, buckling your kids into their car seats with their Winter coats on can be particularly dangerous.
"Wearing coats, heavy sweaters, or fleeces, for that matter, can prevent a snug and very important fit of the harness, which has to be tight at the shoulders and hips every time," said Safe Kids Worldwide. "You might think your child is securely snug in the car seat when in fact the harness is not tight enough because there is so much air in the coat or clothing."
So what's so special about Buckle Me Baby Coats? The front panels of the garment pull to the side and the shoulder seam is actually in the back of the jacket so the car seat straps can go underneath the coat, rather than over the top. (There's a full video tutorial on the site!).
Although the American Academy of Pediatrics hasn't signed off on the line just yet, Buckle Me Baby Coats is a much safer option than simply buckling your child in with a normal jacket on. After all, those chest straps need to be snug. Read through to get a look at Dahlia's line.
After 1 Hungover School Run, Anne Hathaway Decided to Give Up Drinking For 18 Years
All it can take is one bad drinking experience for someone to swear off alcohol, but for Anne Hathaway, it involved Matthew McConaughey and a few terrible hangovers. On Tuesday, the Serenity actress sat down with Ellen DeGeneres, where she discussed her upcoming movie and how it ultimately led to the decision to give up alcohol for the next 18 years. While Anne couldn't exactly remember a night out in Mauritius with Matthew and his wife, Camila Alves, she remembered a very hungover meeting with their director the next day, which she detailed in the video.
Following that experience and some other rough mornings, Anne made the official decision to quit drinking for 18 years this past October. "I'm gonna stop drinking while my son's living in my house just because I don't totally love the way I do it and he's getting to an age where he really does need me all the time in the mornings," she said of her and husband Adam Shulman's 2-year-old son, Jonathan Rosebanks Shulman.
Waking up with a vicious hangover is a valid reason to want to stop drinking, but that combined with a young child and morning duties solidified Anne's decision. "I did one school run one day where I wasn't driving but I was hungover, and that was enough for me," she said. "I didn't love that." And for Ellen, that's "another reason I don't want kids." Check out the clip of Anne discussing her drinking experiences and more photos of her on The Ellen DeGeneres Show ahead. Would you give up drinking for your kids?
This Mom Carried Her Baby to Term So She Could Donate Her Organs to Sick Children
After carrying her baby Rylei Arcadia for 18 weeks, Krysta Davis and her boyfriend Derek Lovett got news no parent wants to hear: their little girl had anencephaly - a deadly birth defect in which a baby is born without parts of the brain and skull - which has an average life expectancy that ranges from seconds to just a few days.
Although doctors gave Krysta the option to induce labor and deliver Rylei, Krysta opted to carry the baby to term and hope for the best when she learned that she could donate her child's organs to other children in need. "I may have not been able to take my baby home, but I could maybe use her life to give other mothers the chance to," she told The Daily Advertiser.
Study Author on the Effects of Teens Smoking Weed: “You’re Changing Your Brain With Just 1 or 2 Joints”
With the further legalization of marijuana around the US, there's one group of recreational smokers that shouldn't be taking advantage of being able to use the drug: teens. Although weed has been found to alleviate stress and anxiety, pain, and nausea, among other benefits, just as with alcohol, there's an age restriction on using the drug where it's legal - and for good reason. A recent study is showing why it could potentially be harmful for teens to be smoking weed - even just one or two joints - before their brains are fully developed.
The study, which was published in the Journal of Neuroscience, looked at the brains of 46 teens who reported having used cannabis once or twice by age 14. When compared to adolescents who had never used the drug, the brains of said 46 kids showed increased brain matter volume "in areas where cannabis binds, known as cannabinoid receptors . . . The biggest differences in gray matter were in the amygdala, which is involved in fear and other emotion-related processes, and in the hippocampus, involved in memory development and spatial abilities."
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The study's senior author and University of Vermont (UVM) Professor of Psychiatry, Hugh Garavan, PhD, told ScienceDaily: "Consuming just one or two joints seems to change gray matter volumes in these young adolescents. The implication is that this is potentially a consequence of cannabis use. You're changing your brain with just one or two joints. Most people would likely assume that one or two joints would have no impact on the brain."
"You're changing your brain with just one or two joints."
At the adolescent stage, teens' brains normally undergo a "pruning" process in which brain matter thins out as the brain matures and continues to develop. So while it's unclear as to how exactly this thickened brain matter will affect those teens in the future, Garavan suggests, "One possibility is they've actually disrupted that pruning process."
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When talking to your kids about the effects of drugs and alcohol on their young, developing bodies, be sure to inform them about the potential negative effects of marijuana on their growing brains - specifically concerning their memories, emotions, and spatial reasoning.
This Boss' Response to an Employee's Pumping Request Should Be the Gold Effing Standard
Working moms often dread one email more than any others - it's the one they have to send to their supervisors when they are heading back to their jobs after an always-feels-too-short maternity leave.
Why? Because that email is often peppered with requests that might go unfulfilled - whether it's a desperate plea for unexpected job flexibility, a request for different hours to fit with childcare constraints, or the need for a clean, private space in which to pump breastmilk several times per workday.
A Reddit user recently emailed her manager about her forthcoming return to work and her plan to pump, and his response was pitch-perfect.
Emailed my manager about my return to work and plan to pump; this was his response! 👏🏽 from r/breastfeeding
"Whatever you need to do to be successful here, I am supportive," he wrote back before giving a helpful suggestion that she put her pumping sessions in the office's calendar so that no one can inadvertently schedule anything that conflicts.
His final remark was the reminder all employers - aside from, perhaps, heart surgeons! - need to remember:
"Nothing here is so crucial that you should not take care of yourself, so please let me know if there's anything else that we need to discuss."
This simple email is a great example for all managers and a reminder that although many companies - particularly small, fledgling ones - can't always move mountains to make life easier on new moms, employers can still be understanding, supportive, and resourceful.
Someone give this man a raise!
If Stay-at-Home Parents Were Paid, They'd Net $162K Per Year, and We're Not Surprised at All
Leaving your career to be a stay-at-home mom isn't always easy. And while forgoing your paycheck is never fun, recently researchers calculated how much stay-at-home parents would make each year if they were to be paid, and spoiler alert, it's a lot. According to new data from Salary.com, moms or dads who stayed home with the kids would earn $162,581.
Researchers came up with this figure by asking thousands of stay-at-home moms how much of their time they dedicate to things like housework, driving the kids around, and generally, keeping everyone in the family alive. And to absolutely no parent's surprise, stay-at-home moms disclosed they work up to 96 hours a week.
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Although that salary may seem high to some, if you break down what parents would spend on things like food and childcare, it actually makes sense.
"My husband would need to put the kids in daycare so that he could return to work," said stay-at-home mom Jackie Semmens. "He'd probably have to hire a housekeeper and, while I don't think there are any personal chefs for hire in our small town, he would doubtlessly spend more money on take-out. For those nights that he worked late, and weekends when last-minute projects came up, he'd need a sitter. He'd probably have to hire someone to help with the yard work, too."
Compared to last year's data, stay-at-home parents this year got a pretty significant raise - like in the ballpark of $5,000 - so confirmed, the gig isn't exactly getting any easier!
Here's Why Divorce Just Isn't an Option For Us
A little over 11 years ago, my husband and I stood together in a room full of our family and friends - and a few random, obscure cousins no one had ever mentioned until it was time to mail out wedding invitations - and promised to love each other in good times and in bad. I meant those words when I said them that day, but the truth is I didn't really understand their true implication. We were just kids who fell in love and thought the security marriage offered seemed like a pretty solid way to go. But we also respected the institution and wouldn't have bothered getting hitched if we weren't planning on staying together. And even though we were young enough to stay out drinking all night, then go to work the next day without feeling even remotely hungover, my husband and I believed then that marriage was a lifelong commitment and that divorce wasn't really an option.
I know now how naive I was when I repeated my vows that day. Because I distinctly remember looking at our pastor and thinking, "How bad could times get?" Oh, if only I could go back and tell that dewy-skinned bride she would come to know very bad times. I'd tap my dapper new hubby's shoulder and gently whisper in his ear how our fairly naive sense of what fidelity meant would be more than tested. But the wiser, more-hardened-by-life me would also want that beaming, wide-eyed couple to know they'd get through the toughest of times, grow to appreciate their dedication to each other, and respect the sanctity of marriage more than they ever thought possible.
That may sound all glossy and pretty, but know that the word "divorce" has been uttered in our home many times. I whimpered it from the floor of our foyer, where I lay, deeply depressed, after losing a baby late in pregnancy. "How can we stay together when our lives have fallen so spectacularly to pieces?" I wondered, my grief so raw and out in the open, while his was hidden behind a strong exterior as he carried on with his life as if nothing had happened. The word "divorce" was paraded about again during the many months we spent apart due to career obligations. I figured, why keep trying so damn hard to keep our marriage alive if the universe was so intent on forcing us to be apart? There have been other tough times; we were eaten alive by the bad housing market, and we've fought bitterly over in-laws, finances, and, ironically, how we fight so differently from each other. We've been dug down deep in the trenches of raising four kids, working opposite schedules, and subsisting on no sleep, leftovers, and hope things would get just a tad easier.
Here's the beauty of surviving really awful, brutal, miserable, sometimes heartbreaking bad times: you realize that if you were going to split up, you would have done it already.
But here's the beauty of surviving really awful, brutal, miserable, sometimes heartbreaking bad times: you realize that if you were going to split up, you would have done it already. That if you managed to weather all that sh*t - and you've said the worst things to each other, you've thrown the "d" word out, you've cried and driven away, flown away, slept on the sofa, at a hotel, literally been sure you hated the other person for even being born - well, from there, you can exhale. And accept that the two of you are in this - really, truly, 100 percent in it. That there's no splitting up; there's only sticking together through it all. At this point, what we've built is so strong, the bad times don't have a chance to topple our foundation. I'll stop short at saying we laugh in the face of bad times, but you get my point.
It's hard to imagine that something else could happen in the future for us to even consider ending our marriage. Of course, before any of that other stuff happened, it was hard to imagine, too. Unfortunately, you just never know where life will take you, but that's something you're promising to deal with together when you say "I do." So, I'm sure in another decade, I'll be reflecting on the challenges my husband and I have faced. As I contemplate the many highs and lows we will have undoubtedly experienced, I can only hope he is right there by my side. And that we are as devoted to this union then as we are today. And that we have even more reverence for the vows we spoke to each other on our wedding day, all those years ago.
I Had a Huge Wedding - and I Don't Regret It
When people learn I'm Greek-American, their minds often turn to the movie My Big Fat Greek Wedding. I'm frequently asked, "Is that movie accurate? Was your wedding like that?" Yes, I respond. All of it. That movie basically sums up my wedding. I even have the pesky brothers who taught my fiancé all of the naughty swear words in Greek.
Planning a wedding can be stressful - particularly when it comes to the guest list. Maybe one partner prefers an intimate affair while the other wants to invite all of the neighbors in the subdivision. In my case, my husband and I knew from the moment we got engaged that our wedding was going to be big - and loud.
When I said "yes" to my not-Greek boyfriend, my mother began planning the biggest, fattest Greek wedding that she could. I had no control over it, and I did not care. My parents raised four very unruly children, and none of us ended up in jail, so my mom earned the right to plan my entire wedding, and it was big. The invite list was over 450 people - that kind of big.
I remember sitting with my then-fiancé in my parents' family room one weekend. We had booked the grand hall, I had picked my dress, and next came the tightening up of other details. "OK," my mom said, bringing out three sheets of paper covered in names. "It's time to talk guest list." She had a certain mischievousness in her voice. I knew exactly what that meant.
"You're inviting the entire church, aren't you, Mom?" I asked.
"Nooo," she said. "But there are many people who we have to invite. So get started on your list, too."
Our list didn't even compare to my parents'. I'll admit that at first, it bothered me a little. My young, selfish mind thought, "Isn't it our wedding? We should get to invite more people than my parents!" But then I realized that the people on this grand guest list helped raise me, too. They wanted to attend my wedding and help us celebrate. Looking back, I feel grateful.
On the big day, when my three brothers opened up the church doors, the congregation was packed - standing room only. Thankfully, it wasn't as uneven as the movie: my husband's side of the church actually had guests in it, too. I felt the love of everyone as I walked down the aisle to the altar and again after we were announced as "husband and wife."
The wedding reception felt like fireworks. My husband and I walked through the doors, and the Greeks lived up to their loud stereotype: cheering, standing, and whistling. After we ate and sauntered through our first dance as a couple, my husband and I floated through the classy decorated hall (not obnoxious, and very blue, like the movie) and greeted every single table. My husband shook the hands of people he had never met, and I hugged them all. We didn't mind taking time out of our night to thank people who wanted to be present at our wedding. We felt the opposite, actually - really freaking grateful.
I don't regret having a big fat Greek wedding at all. Some people may argue that having a large wedding is overly lavish and unnecessary. Sure, you're right. But sometimes, having large weddings is just part of your big, tight-knit culture. I feel honored that my parents could invite all of their closest relatives and friends. They were proud of their one and only daughter, and I was not going to be the one to rob them of that joy. If I had to do it all over again, I would - for my parents. Because sometimes your wedding day is bigger than you.
These 7 Sexy Bras Look Expensive, but They're All From Amazon and Under $14
Obviously we all need to throw on a comfy t-shirt bra on the regular, but sometimes you want to slip on some pretty lingerie, too. We rounded up our favorite lacy bras worthy of your attention. The best part is that they are all from Amazon and are incredibly affordable. That way, you can buy a few options. You deserve it, so treat yourself to something beautiful today.
100+ Things to Do Before You Die
You will never need to read another bucket list again. Trust us when we say this is the mother lode of bucket lists, the bucket list to end all bucket lists, the . . . well, you get the point. It goes without saying that life is short, so get some of these amazing experiences under your belt while you can!
5 Ways You Can Combat Abortion Stigma
If there is a proverbial elephant in the room when it comes to reproductive rights, the top contender might be abortion stigma. So, what exactly is abortion stigma? It's the negative perception of an individual who has an abortion or works in abortion care. Patients and providers of abortion care are often the most deeply affected by stigma, but it can also extend to nonclinical staff members, volunteers, friends, and relatives of those who work in abortion care.
Abortion stigma can be incredibly harmful and can prevent us from having real conversations about an everyday part of reproductive health care that one in four women in the US will experience before the age of 45. Ending the stigma around abortion is long overdue, so let's talk about what we can all do to change the conversation.
Here are some ways we can start busting abortion stigma:
1. Say the Word
Let's be clear: abortion is not a bad word, but by treating it like one, we reinforce the stigma surrounding it. One very simple way to start destigmatizing abortion in your life is super simple: say the word abortion when it comes up. It's all too common to hear people tap-dance around abortion and opt for euphemisms instead - saying things like "right to choose," "the procedure," "taking care of it." So, if you're talking about abortion, just say the word. It will be OK, we promise.
2. Get the Facts
There are a ton of urban legends about abortion that make their way around the internet, family circles, and social circles despite overwhelming evidence to the contrary. Let's debunk a couple of them right now.
Fact: Abortion is very safe.
The vast majority of evidence shows that first-trimester abortion (which is when 89 percent of abortions occur) is safe over the long-term and carries little or no risk of infertility, cancer, or psychological illness. In fact, abortion is one of the safest medical procedures performed in the United States. Data, including from the CDC, shows that abortion has over a 99 percent safety record. Studies show that major complications occur less than one percent of the time.
One reason people may not know abortion is safe is because of pop culture. A 2014 study from University of California, San Francisco found that nearly 38 percent of characters from 80 different abortion-related TV and film plotlines experienced complications, interventions, and/or negative health consequences from an abortion, and 22.5 percent of characters faced a long-term adverse health consequence such as mental illness, infertility, or death.
This simply doesn't represent reality.
According to a 2014 study from the University of California, the rate of major health complications from first-trimester abortion was 0.23 percent. Statistically, this makes having an abortion safer than getting your wisdom teeth removed.
Fact: Abortion is common.
Abortion is common. In fact, one in four women will have an abortion in her lifetime. There are about a million abortions performed in the US each year, 89 percent of which take place in the first 12 weeks of pregnancy, making abortion a far more mainstream part of reproductive health care than we might be led to believe.
Fact: There is no one person who has an abortion.
The vast majority of people having an abortion are in their 20s - just four percent of abortion patients in 2014 were under the age of 18. Fifty-nine percent of abortion patients are already parents. In a study of women's reasons for seeking abortion, researchers reported: "Women in the sample had abortions because of the material responsibilities of motherhood, such as the care for their existing children, as well as the more abstract expectations of parenting, such as the desire to provide children with a good home. The women believed that children were entitled to a stable and loving family, financial security, and a high level of care and attention."
3. Respect People's Decisions
Some may try to draw a line between "good" abortions and "bad" abortions - more specifically, abortion that happens for more socially acceptable reasons versus ones that may be deemed "unacceptable."
Sometimes people try to justify the legality and availability of abortion later in pregnancy by talking about ending a pregnancy for medical reasons, like when the pregnancy is threatening the life of the mother or there are fetal anomalies. These stories are certainly compelling, and while they do represent some experiences, the truth is that people decide to have an abortion for many different reasons, all of which should be respected and valued. Abortion later in pregnancy is also very safe.
Fortunately, there is a very easy way around this issue - educate yourself about the real facts around abortion through resources like Guttmacher Institute, which tracks national trends in reproductive health care. The decision to have an abortion is highly personal, shaped by an individual's unique circumstances, and like every other healthcare decision, should be made for one's self.
4. Stop the Cycle
At its heart, stigma is a cycle.
Because of the massive amount of misinformation and highly charged politicizing of abortion care, people who have an abortion may feel like they have to keep their experience private. This misinformation perpetuates false narratives about abortion, which in turn leads to more stigma. We can stop the cycle by having conversations about abortion and listening to and supporting people who decide to have an abortion.
5. Educate Yourself
Moving past the myths, TV plotlines, and rumors is key. You can get the real facts about reproductive health care from Guttmacher Institute, the leading research organization committed to advancing reproductive health and rights in the United States. You can also get facts about abortion from Planned Parenthood, the nation's leading provider of reproductive health care, including abortion care and sex education. There are some great storytelling projects out there like, the 1 in 3 Campaign or #ShoutYourAbortion - resources for real abortion stories from a variety of patient storytellers.
If you've had an abortion and want to talk to someone about it, Exhale provides unbiased phone-based support from trained volunteers. Or if you have a story to tell, you can share your story with Planned Parenthood here.
Planned Parenthood is proud to provide expert, high-quality health care to our patients, including safe and legal abortion, in a safe and compassionate environment. We ensure patients receive accurate information about all of their options so they can make their own, fully informed decisions about their health, their family, and their future.
Ditch Your Jeans! We Found the 11 Best Travel Dresses For Spring and Summer
Traveling in constricting jeans or pants is the worst. Ditch your denim for something much more comfortable: a dress. There are plenty of options that are light and floaty so you can relax on a plane or long road trip. We curated a selection of the very best options that are easy to pack, wrinkle-free, and incredibly cute. Shop through these genius choices and get yourself one before your next vacation. Consider it a smart investment.
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It's So Cold Out That Parts of Niagara Falls Are Freezing - See the Stunning Photos
Niagara Falls, while usually cold this time of year, is looking particularly frigid these days. Winter Storm Harper swept through the nation in mid-January, dumping several inches of snow in the Northwest, Northeast, and many states in between. The storm brought snow showers to Niagara Falls on Jan. 18, which then continued throughout the weekend. Temperatures sunk as low as -1 degrees fahrenheit on Jan. 20. While the weather might have made for a rather brutal experience for visitors of the famous park, the icy conditions allowed for some really spectacular photos. Check out a few brave tourists' photos ahead.
How Do You Write the Letter "X"? This Simple Question Has Sparked the Internet's Latest Debate
First came the argument about what color the dress was, then there was the Yanny vs. Laurel hearing test, and most recently, a debate about the letter "X" is stealing the internet. A now-viral tweet has been circulating since Jan. 19, and it has everyone questioning how they write the letter "X." In the photo shared by Twitter user SMASEY, the colored line is the first stroke. Yes, we even had to write out words containing the letter multiple times just to see how we do it - who knew there were eight different ways to form two freakin' lines?
The original Twitter user followed up, writing, "General consensus is that Americans do 7 & 8 while UK does 5 & 6. Probably how we were taught. Not sure about other countries." Personally, I'm a 7, but the question has couples and teammates divided. Some POPSUGAR coworkers weighed in on the debate as well. Here's a look at how our conversation went:
- "Anything but 7 feels insane?"
- "7 DUH"
- "7 is literally the only way to do it."
- ". . . 8"
- "7 if I'm writing in cursive."
- "Wait, I'm an 8."
- "Is this from a fifth grade homework assignment?"
If you think our team can't find common ground, wait until you see what the internet had to say about it, because people have a LOT of thoughts - even including those who do 3 and 5! Check out reactions to the "X" debate ahead, and let us know how you write the letter in the comments.
Got Another Wedding to Attend? Look Impossibly Chic in a Long-Sleeved Dress
Every season feels like wedding season to us. And while we love celebrating happy occasions, finding something great to wear can be a challenge. Enter the long-sleeved dress. It's the perfect way to feel elegant while still staying true to your fashion-forward self. Plus, no matter if you're outside braving chilly temperatures or inside dealing with temperamental A/C, you'll be so happy to be a bit more covered. Just keep reading to shop the 10 picks we're lusting after.
Ditch Your Jeans! We Found the 11 Best Travel Dresses For Spring and Summer
Traveling in constricting jeans or pants is the worst. Ditch your denim for something much more comfortable: a dress. There are plenty of options that are light and floaty so you can relax on a plane or long road trip. We curated a selection of the very best options that are easy to pack, wrinkle-free, and incredibly cute. Shop through these genius choices and get yourself one before your next vacation. Consider it a smart investment.
Related: 2019 Is Your Year to Travel Like a Pro, Thanks to These 31 Life-Saving Products
Only Time Will Tell Which of These Couture Gowns Is Destined For the Oscars Red Carpet
Do you think it's coincidence that the Oscars fall a few weeks after Haute Couture Fashion Week? OK, it probably is (especially as the ready-to-wear shows all come after), but there's no denying these shows are laying the groundwork for some serious fashion moments at the end of February. If there's one thing we can be certain of, it's that at least one look from the couture shows will make its way to Hollywood in time for its red carpet debut at the Academy Awards.
It might be modified, it may be a custom design based on these runway looks, but it's a safe bet that what we see in Paris will inspire the looks by nominees. From the heavily embellished looks at Chanel to Dior's fluid gowns to Schiaparelli's avant-garde creations (we're looking at you, Lady Gaga), there's definitely plenty for Oscar attendees and their stylists to choose from. Scroll through all of Couture Fashion Week's standout gowns ahead, then jot down your predictions. If you're a fashion fan, this game could be far more fun than guessing who'll win!
Meghan Markle Lives by These Style Rules, Whether She Knows It or Not
Some of you might have been surprised when Meghan Markle came up with her own style code for royal appearances, seemingly breaking away from the expected. Not me, though. I didn't blink an eye when she wore an off-the-shoulder powder pink Carolina Herrera dress at Trooping the Colour, or forwent tights when they might've been considered appropriate in the public's eyes. Meghan is not just confident when it comes to voicing her opinions and giving powerful speeches, but she also puts thought into her wardrobe.
Meghan is never just wearing an outfit because she thinks it's cute, and while she often appears effortless, she doesn't just throw something on. If you pay attention to her looks that have made a true impact on those around her, you'll find that she dresses with a few fashion rules in mind. I'm following in her footsteps, because imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, am I right? Read on to see what I've learned.
11 Stylish Backpacks That Will Make You Trade In Your Heavy Tote Once and For All
If you're tired of carrying that old heavy work tote day after day, you've come to the right place. This year, you can stay stylish and comfortable by investing in a cool everyday backpack. We shopped and uncovered the chicest finds on the internet, so all you have to do is find your match. From designer picks to waterproof ones that fit your laptop, you'll be ready to switch in no time. Keep reading to shop our favorites.
How to Wear Your Party Dress With Dad Sneakers, Courtesy of Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez was all smiles this past weekend as she celebrated a close friend's upcoming nuptials - and we got a peek at all the action via Instagram. On Sunday, friends of the singer shared a few photos captured during the bridal shower that Selena threw for her best friend Courtney Barry. In the pics, Selena can be seen wearing a high-neck red dress with her hair pulled back from her face in a low bun. She kept things casual on her feet and paired the dress with a pair of white sneakers. Cute and comfortable. Read ahead to spot Selena in the pics below and to shop styles similar to the dress she wore.
These 15 Heels Are So Gorgeous, No One Would Ever Know They're All Under $100
A great pair of heels makes us feel powerful and confident, like we can take on the world. From strappy party sandals to everyday kitten heels, we love them all. What we adore even more than a sexy heel, though, is a shoe that won't break the bank. That's why we're lusting over these 15 pretty pairs - they're all under $100!
55 Ways to Make Your Everyday Look Everything You Want It to Be
When "easy" dictates the daily dress code, I end up paring down so much that I'm almost fearful of wearing something "too good" for my everyday life. Cut to me in jeans and a t-shirt, worn predictably with comfortable shoes and the same two pieces of outerwear. When did everyday clothes become so sad? The short answer: I was tired.
The truth is that great everyday looks don't have to require a ton of effort. When you have good pieces that can be worn multiple ways, it just requires mixing it up a little. Here, I'm looking to the best street style to shake up my lazy routine and giving up the notion that everyday outfits have to be basic, because they should be whatever we want them to be.
2019 Is the Year I Dress Like a Boss, Thanks to These 9 Editor-Approved Work Essentials
You can have all your healthy eating, get organized resolutions - I'm going to focus on shopping in 2019. It's what I do best, after all. This year, I want to command the meeting room and beyond with a stellar work wardrobe. From power suits to tailored coats, I know some key pieces will boost my confidence, making me feel like a boss. Shop through the newly released essentials I'm coveting, and consider them for yourself.
The Coziest Pieces to Add to Your Wardrobe Right Now - All on Sale
New year, new you, right?! If you're looking to give your wardrobe a 2019 upgrade, you've got to check out the newest additions to the POPSUGAR Collection at Kohl's. This lineup is made for taking your cozy look up a notch. Stock up on cool sweatshirts, pretty sweaters, and our new favorite pair of joggers for the freshest kind of January looks. Shop it all right here - all under $85.
13 Comfy Flats You'll Wear Over and Over Again in 2019 - All Under $50
Flats are the best shoe option when you're stumped on what to wear. There are so many trendy, stylish pairs that work with light dresses as well as jeans and trousers. The pretty fabrics, sparkly embellishments, and cool silhouettes will be just as relevant in a couple months as they are right now. If you're looking for the perfect flats, we found 13 options under $50, so you don't even have to shell out a ton of money for these chic styles.
Curvy Girls, These Are the 13 Coolest Swimsuits You Need in 2019
Designers are releasing playful new swimsuits for 2019, and we can't get enough of them. Bold colors, asymmetrical silhouettes, and classic prints are dominating the shelves. If you're dreaming of a beach-filled vacation or planning on taking a dip in the pool, consider our favorite swimwear options for curvy women. They're so cool, it will be hard to buy just one.
The 12 Royals You'll Always Spot at Fashion Week
Fashion Week isn't just about the pretty clothes, the revival of old trends, the discovery of new brands, and the inspiring street style. No, it's also about the beautiful outfits spotted in the front row and the people wearing them.
While we're used to seeing celebrities like Selena Gomez and Blake Lively attending their favorite shows, you might not have realized how many royals RSVP "yes," too! From the newly engaged Princess Eugenie to front-row veterans like Princess Charlene of Monaco, read on to discover the nine royals you'll always spot at Fashion Week.
Cosabella x Eloquii's Empowering Lingerie Collection Is Here to Spice Up Your Valentine's Day
Eloquii is teaming up with the iconic lingerie brand Cosabella. The curve retailer created a 16-piece, limited-edition collection, which includes sultry lingerie and sleepwear. The collection marks the first time Cosabella has made its foray into the curve market with sizes ranging from XL-5X. The delicate pieces are made in Italy and priced between $40 and $150.
The stunning campaign includes a curve model rocking everything from a sexy red two-piece set to a silky pink bodysuit. Read on to see the empowering campaign images and shop the collection, which is available exclusively on Eloquii.com and Cosabella.com and in select Eloquii stores.
These 15 Cool Designer Bags Are Worth Every Penny in 2019
There's no better time than the new year to start fresh with a cool new bag. To make sure you get something both useful and trendy for work and beyond, we shopped and hunted down the 15 best picks on the internet right now. From brands like Gucci to Chloé and Tory Burch, you'll want to be careful shopping because it will be hard to not fall in love with them all. Keep reading to shop our favorites.
Victoria Beckham's Reebok Collection Is Not Only Super Cool but Also Unisex!
Victoria Beckham has a longstanding partnership with Reebok, so it was no surprise that she's taking their relationship one step further with a full athletic collection. Much like Victoria's designs from her eponymous label, you'll find an array of stylish pieces that are both modern and sleek. The collab includes everything from functional sports bras and polished hoodies to trendy sock sneakers and fanny packs.
As the designer explained in the press release, "each piece is designed to flex, adapt and transition for the optimum workout, but it was also important that I created something that is fashion-forward and can blend seamlessly into any wardrobe. These pieces can take you from the gym to the office, with the school run in between."
The most interesting thing about the collection, which is priced from $30 and up, is that it's unisex! "The idea behind this collection was to mix the relaxed attitude of streetwear with the technical performance of sportswear, whilst staying true to the minimal aesthetic of my brand - and incorporating unisex pieces which was key for me when developing the collection," Victoria said. Read on to check out the gorgeous imagery and shop out a couple of pieces from the collection.
The Chanel Bride Just Wore a Sequin Swimsuit and Glitter Veil Down the Runway
We've seen many Chanel Couture brides on the runway that made us weak at the knees. (Lily-Rose Depp stunned in a pink wedding dress for Spring 2017, and we were smitten by the white feathered tuxedo from 2018.) But enter the swimwear bride, a glamour queen in a silver cutout monokini with sequins and a matching cap affixed to a floor-sweeping glitter veil. Whoa. Model Vittoria Ceretti impressed in the finale look, standing confidently in shimmering mules.
But if that's not enough to make you stare wide-eyed at the Spring 2019 Haute Couture runway, which was transformed into a Mediterranean garden at the Grand Palais in Paris, perhaps the celebrity-filled front row will make you do a double take; that, or Kaia Gerber in a pink appliquéd midi with wispy gray feathers to boot. Read on to see all the highlights from the latest show, and join us in imagining a wedding that takes place on the beach with one villa nearby for changing into a miraculous designer one-piece, no gown necessary.
Dove's Aluminum-Free Deodorant Line Has Arrived, and Praise Be to the Armpit Gods
Calling all aluminum-free deodorant advocates: we have some exciting news that'll make your day (and give your wallet a break). Dove just launched its 0% Aluminum Deodorant collection, the drugstore brand's first-ever aluminum- and alcohol-free underarm product offering. The line, which includes fan-favorite scents like Cucumber and Green Tea and Blue Fig and Orange Blossom, boasts daylong odor protection and promises to keep your pits fresh and moisturized - minus the potential side effects associated with slathering aluminum in your pits.
To be clear, Dove's newest deodorants aren't antiperspirants, which contain aluminum-based compounds designed to stop sweating by plugging up armpit glands. They're just plain ol' deodorants, which simply neutralize armpit stench rather than stifle sweat production.
Dove isn't the first mainstream company to hop on the ever-growing aluminum-free deodorant bandwagon, as Secret recently released its own collection, too. Keep reading to learn more about Dove's latest underarm product, which is rolling out at retailers for just $6 this month, and see what customers are saying about each of the four scents.
This Egg Has a Full Face of Makeup On, and Wow, Its Winged Liner Is Better Than Mine
This year is all about the "eggstagram," and Sonya Miro, inspired by the brown egg that beat out Kylie Jenner for the most liked post on Instagram, created an egg makeup tutorial.
It's exactly as it sounds - Miro takes the breakfast staple and proceeds to give it a full face of makeup. First, she covers it with Huda Beauty Faux Filter Foundation ($40) using a Beautyblender Micro.Mini ($18) and creates the structure of the face with a deep cream contour shade. Then, Miro sets the face with powder before proceeding to add details with a Dior Backstage Contour Palette ($45), Lime Crime Bushy Brow Pen ($20), Huda Beauty Obsessions Eyeshadow Palette in Warm Brown ($27), streaks of glitter eyeliner, and Huda Beauty Liquid Matte Lipstick ($20), which she tops with red glitter à la Pat McGrath. She finishes the look, as you do, with a dramatic set of strip lashes.
See this egg's glamorous transformation ahead.
Curious About Natural Deodorants? These Are Our 9 Favorites to Buy
It seems like everyone we know is making the switch to natural deodorants, and we can see why. Gone are the days where you can only find cleaner options in the back of a health food store; it's never been easier to find a product that's good for your skin and actually works. Yes, that's right. These nine options will actually leave you smelling fresh and free to go about your day. Just keep reading to shop the pick that's right for you.
This New Lipstick Lets You Celebrate Your Love of Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Ruth Bader Ginsburg - Supreme Court Justice and scrunchie icon - has devoted her career to advocating for the rights of women, and in her honor, cosmetics brand Lipslut is celebrating the Justice (by popular demand) with a lipstick shade.
The Notorious R.B.G. lipstick ($20) is a fuchsia shade that donates 50 percent of its profits to a charity that embodies the ideals Ginsburg stands by. Each time you purchase one, you have a chance to vote for which organization you'd like the profits to go toward (a few options are the ACLU, Equal Rights Advocates, and She Should Run). The formula is also long-wearing, so it'll stay put no matter how long it takes to fight the patriarchy. See the hue, below.
This $58 Tool Has Me About to Throw All My Hairbrushes in the Fireplace
When I was in high school, I wondered if the world would ever invent a hairbrush that could blow-dry my hair - true story. Some years later, the beauty industry has made my dreams come true with the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumizer ($58). I'll forgive Revlon for raiding the recesses of my brain (royalties welcome, as always) because the oval brush works extremely well. In fact, it's such a flawless invention that it's Amazon's bestselling hair tool.
Picture this: You just got out of the shower, and your hair is barely toweled off. You could grab your blow dryer and a rounded brush, or you could save yourself the trouble of lifting an extra item and reach for your One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumizer. It's not perfectly rounded, nor is it flat and one-sided. Revlon designed it as a three-dimensional shafted brush that's flattened ever so slightly, so you can comb your hair through to make it straight or wrap the ends around, creating soft, subtle curls. While the technique isn't intuitive (it's only one step!), all it takes is five minutes to completely override years of blow-and-brush muscle memory.
Don't be like me (above). Separate your hair into at least two tiers, securing the top one while you brush-dry the bottom layer first. Your dry time will be cut down, and your hair will be more voluminous overall. While the combination of nylon pin and tufted bristles helps lift your follicles at the roots, your hair will be dryer faster if you pull it into even more sections.
Every time I've used it, my hair has come out smoother, and dare I say shinier, than it has been with a regular brush and dryer. Bonus: the $58 price tag is reasonable given that you're essentially replacing two separate items.
Everything We Know About ColourPop's First Ever Mascara (Pssst, it's Only $8)
Update: Along with ColourPop's launch with its first-ever mascara in Black on Black, the brand will also release the formula in six vibrant shades: Left on Red, Pink Inc., Yellow Goodbye, Kiss 'N' Teal, Blue Ya Mind, and Purple Prose. All seven shades are promised to be lengthening, volumizing, and flake-free. See pictures of each of the brights ahead.
This story was originally posted on January 22, at 10 a.m.
ColourPop is dropping something big this week. The makeup brand - which was founded in 2014 and has built a reputation for affordable pricing on colorful, pigmented formulas and collaborations with top beauty bloggers - is finally making its first foray into mascara.
The BFF Mascara ($8) is launching on Jan. 24, and with its hourglass-shaped spoolie made from nylon and its "blackest black" formula, ColourPop promises lengthened, lifted, and volumized lashes that will neither flake nor clump. Its price is already on a par with the makeup company's existing products (it will only cost $8 when it goes on sale), and we predict it will also live up to predecessors and the brand's loaded promises.
ColourPop has also hinted to POPSUGAR that there is something else in the works that will be announced at 6 p.m. ET today on its Instagram. Whatever it is, like the mascara, we're ready for it.
Emma Stone Just Dyed Her Signature Red Hair, and It Looks GOOD
It's the season of celebrity hair changes, and we cannot get enough of them.
This time, Emma Stone is serving up some hair inspiration for us. The star of The Favourite (who even shares a beauty habit with the queen) stepped out for the Annual Producers Guild Awards with a new style and color, and we're loving the darker hue. The color is a few shades darker than what we saw her wear at the Golden Globes, with tones of darker copper, too, and it takes us back to the dark-hued look she sported at the 2016 Met Gala.
After further inspection into the cut of her hair, it seems Stone is wearing a tight updo, rather than a new short style. Although, we wouldn't be surprised if she's considering the chop after seeing how well she pulls off this edgy look. Get a closer look at all angles of Stone's new style ahead.
Madonna Now Has a Brunette Pixie, and Whoa, We Barely Recognized Her
Madonna is known for many things: being the queen of pop, an actor and director, and owner of the MDNA skincare brand. But for most of us, when we think of Madonna, we think of her with wavy blond hair.
But it seems the pop star wants to take things over to the darker side, as she recently showed off a brunette pixie cut, and we're into it. Madonna shared two photos on her instagram of the new look captioned, "But what if...................😍" perhaps hinting it might be a wig (or even a clever hair color changing app), but she might be considering making the new hair a permanent addition to her look. A few days later, Madonna treated us to another angle of the new style, accentuating her blue eyes.
Fans in the comments are loving the change saying, "I love your new look Madonna" and "Yes! Always loved you with black hair!" Get a closer look at her new hair ahead, as well as a reminder of her iconic blond style.
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