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The current economic roller coaster has many of us taking a second look at our account balances on a daily basis and thinking more carefully about the prices of the things we purchase. A recent trip to the grocery store made me realize that I often "splurge" on items that I don't necessarily need. With Halloween and the holidays right around the corner is the state of the economy affecting how Read more
Reese Witherspoon hit the tennis court with friends in Brentwood, CA, this morning. She grabbed a racket for the workout session and showed off her pregnant belly in a fitted top — check out FitSugar's picks for comfortable maternity activewear. While Reese awaits the arrival of her third child, she's been spending time with family. She went for a hike with her kids, Ava and Deacon, and father, Read more
We recently caught up with design expert Kelly Edwards, who has been featured on HGTV's Design on a Dime and Style Network's Tacky House for her scrappy style and ability to transform ordinary rooms into incredible spaces, even on a budget. Kelly's decorating and design expertise apply to any room in the house, but we were eager to hear her ideas specifically for lil ones, and she didn't Read more
Paying for college is such a complex issue. LearnVest helps simplify it by answering some key questions in regard to paying tuition. If you believe everything you read, then you might think you need to be a Rockefeller to have kids. That, of course, isn't the case. Yes, kids are expensive, and thinking about paying for a college education can be scary and frustrating . . . but that's where we Read more
Gael Garcia Bernal is one of the celebrities at Cannes this year, and he's been busy talking up and celebrating his new film No. The picture is set in 1988, the year the Chilean people ousted dictator General Pinochet through a democratic vote. Gael plays René Saavedra, an ad man who accepts the potentially dangerous job of spearheading the TV campaign for the people against Pinochet, those who Read more
How today's IPO will affect your Facebook experience — LearnVest Everything you need to know about asking for more money at work — The Grindstone Free ways to extend your warranties — AllYou How to get fit without going broke — Wise Bread The irrational economics of relationships and ultimatums — HuffPost Women Nine cheap computer enhancements — Tecca Friday fun: check out the Read more
Go the extra mile with your food budget with these tips from LearnVest. For years, many people — my husband, mom, sister and even my son — told me to stop wasting so much food. Throwing away half a piece of chicken here or a handful of grapes there never seemed like such a big deal to me. If I was full or no longer in the mood for that particular food, then I had no problem tossing Read more
When What to Expect When You're Expecting hits theaters this weekend, moms and those on their way to motherhood will find themselves nodding in agreement with Cameron Diaz, Jennifer Lopez, Elizabeth Banks, Anna Kendrick, and Brooklyn Decker, who play five women entering the sisterhood of parenthood in five very different ways. But while the women may be the stars of the flick, much as we are of Read more
Designing a nursery can be tough — it's up to you to create an inspired space to spend time with your new baby, and that can be overwhelming. But not to worry! Check out this video for tips from Glidden® Paint about celebrating your baby and customizing your nursery space. Here's a hint — have fun! While you're at it, be sure to enter the My Dream Nursery Giveaway. You'll have a chance to Read more
Chris Hemsworth carried his 5-day-old daughter in his arms for a walk around London today. New mom Elsa Pataky was by their side with a whole group of family members. The parents welcomed their first child last Friday, while Chris was busy promoting Snow White and the Huntsman outside of London. He shared his excitement about the arrival on the red carpet at the film's premiere. Chris said Read more
