Lifestyle

Back in 1975, only about 45 percent of mothers with children under the age of 18 worked outside the home. Nowadays that figure is closer to 71 percent. Unfortunately, despite the growing numbers of women in the workforce, working mothers still face serious challenges, including discrimination by employers and co-workers as well as the cost […]

It’s the agonizing question that womankind has had to debate since the ’20s. To bang or not to bang? We say, there’s a definite reason why celebrities have flocked to long hairstyles with a chop. It not only looks glamorous and bold, it’s way more versatile than you might think. Pinned, styled or sleek bangs

Your body is your greatest asset, and taking good care of it can help you live longer and better—and also avoid costly conditions, like diabetes and heart disease, down the road. But in addition to scheduling regular visits with your M.D., there are plenty of other proactive measures you can take to keep your health

As spring temperatures warm up, gardeners rev up. Whether you are a novice or an old garden hand, the urge to get outside and start digging in the dirt is overwhelming. So is the urge to spend money on plants, containers and gadgets. And retailers, from big box stores to online vendors, are working overtime

We love pixie haircuts—they’re trendy, they’re daring and yet they have a feminine quality to them. But we know that not every woman can pull off the bold look. That’s where long bob haircuts come in. They flatter all face shapes, as long as you find the right variation. Oval Long bob haircuts with bangs look

  One of the biggest dilemmas women face is whether they should pursue a career or choose the traditional path toward marriage and children. I believe women can have all the dreams and desires of the hearts, but need to learn how to manage a good work and personal life balance. A smart woman is not afraid

About two months ago I fell madly in love with my husband again. In fact, I feel more in love now than I did when we got engaged. It’s kind of shocking when I tell my girlfriends. But it is true, I am happier than I have ever been, and here’s how it happened: I was on the

T-17 days until Easter. T-11 before Passover. No matter what your religious denomination, in no time at all your home will be swarmed with relatives, your kitchen will be busier than Grand Central Station, and you’ll need all the help you can get keeping the kids on their best behavior and your stress at a manageable level. Cue this

Skipping a wash (or two) has become a main topic of discussion, and how could it not? As busy as we are, who has time to wash and restyle their hair every morning? The blowout ensures gorgeous second-day hair—just brush and go. But for days when you don’t even have the time for a salon appointment, turn to

My daughter has reached one of those weird gaps in the child’s reading life–while she still loves picture books, she is hungry for a bit more story, not to mention the grownup thrill of holding a chapter book. But she is very scariness-averse, so alas we are not yet diving into the Wizard of Oz series (which I