Mommy's little helper.
In the movies, a baby's delivery is always a dramatic scene. A very pregnant woman is typically standing in a crowded store, or the middle of the parking lot, and whoosh – her water surprisingly breaks and she is whisked off to the hospital in a frenzy. Real life isn't always quite as exciting. In fact, many of our readers simply noticed an extra burst of "water" when going to the bathroom. For Read more
Having had two c-sections, with nary a contraction to be felt, I always envied women who experienced movie-like water-breaking scenes, where out of the blue, their water breaks and it is a mad dash to the hospital. Over the weekend, a friend had just that. One month away from her due date with her third child (the first two were both over a week late), my friend thought she was safe to head to Read more
I was one of the lucky people whose water broke while lying in my hospital bed — no harm done to my own sheets, mattress or couch. I always imagined I'd be one of those people who experienced the embarrassing moment of flooding an aisle at the grocery store or a restaurant floor. I've had friends who have popped in the Whole Foods check out line, their desk at work and in their swimming pool! Read more
The water bag waits for no one. Some women experience the break in a public place, which can be a bit scary or embarrassing while others are in a sound sleep when the fluids gush. To see how to protect your surroundings in such an event, read more Read more
Finding the perfect Summer suit can seem like an impossible task, especially when you don't know quite what you're looking for. We're putting an end to all that with our ultimate guide to getting the right fit for your body. With the help of swimwear fit and style expert Audrey Jimenez over at Everything But Water, we're breaking down the best fit tips for every body type and the best styles to Read more
Swimming season is upon us, and while it's a fun (even athletic) activity, the tangled, frizzed-out hair that can result is decidedly not. Chemicals in pool water can wreak havoc on your strands, while salt water from the ocean has drying effects. There are a few things you can do, though, to keep your summertime style from looking gnarly, dude. To find out more, just keep reading. Read more
Sunglasses aren't just for complementing your bikini while you lounge on the beach. They're a must for protecting your eyes from UV damage. Sunglasses also shield the eyelids and the skin around your eyes, helping to prevent wrinkles and skin cancer. But before you run out and drop a small fortune on a pair, here are some things to consider. UV protection is most important: UV rays can damage Read more
By now you're probably familiar with MyPlate, the government's new food pyramid replacement; in case you hadn't heard, based on the updated guidelines, Americans are consuming far more sodium than they should. And new research suggests that overconsumption of salt affects cognitive function. High blood pressure, water retention, and stupidity? That's too much to bear. The good news is that there Read more
Robert Pattinson is everywhere! The handsome actor is currently in Europe, where he's been snapping photos with fans for both the Berlin and Paris premieres of Water For Elephants. But he's also getting cozy with Kristen Stewart on the special Breaking Dawn: Part I cover of Entertainment Weekly. Watch as he works the red carpet and the magazine's hot cover! Read more
Looking for an elegant yet simple way to serve cauliflower? Look no further than Fresh Tart's gluten-free version of cauliflower gratin. Perhaps it's cliche that I read MFK Fisher's The Gastronomical Me and wanted to immerse myself in the world of food, but that's OK. Who wouldn't want to do exactly that after reading that sexy, scrumptious book? My goodness that woman could write, my mouth Read more
