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Nov 3, 2024 | 
goodhousekeeping.com | Marisa Iallonardo |Jessica Hartshorn
Danielle Daly, LE CREUSETWe've been independently researching and testing products for over 120 years. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more about our review process. If you're engaged — congratulations! Planning a wedding is thrilling and, of course, a lot of work. Part of that is coming up with a wedding registry, which helps guests get gifts that you'll treasure.
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Oct 23, 2024 | 
care.twill.health | Marisa Iallonardo
You may have been thinking about the type of birth you want from the moment you found out you were pregnant—or maybe you’ve only recently started envisioning the delivery. Either way, you’ll likely find it helpful to create a birth plan. And your doctor or midwife will probably find it useful, as well.
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Oct 6, 2024 | 
care.twill.health | Marisa Iallonardo
12 minutes By Marisa Iallonardo October 07, 2024 You can listen to this article. Morning sickness is nausea and vomiting typically experienced in early pregnancy. Most people have likely heard of morning sickness because it's common. Up to 80% of people will report some nausea or vomiting during pregnancy, says Joanne Motino Bailey, Ph.D., a certified nurse midwife at University of Michigan Health. And many people struggle with it.
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Aug 20, 2024 | 
theskimm.com | Marisa Iallonardo |Maria McCallen |Karell Roxas
Whether you’re new to exercise, took a break, or just haven’t been able to get into a consistent routine, figuring out how to start can be intimidating. That’s why we talked to Jennifer Scherer, certified personal trainer, and owner of Fredericksburg Fitness Studio in Fredericksburg, VA. She recommends starting slow, scheduling your workouts in advance (to help make them part of your routine), and setting realistic goals.
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Aug 13, 2024 | 
serendipitysocial.com | Marisa Iallonardo
John Kanell, of Preppy Kitchen fame, is back with a new cookbook — this one titled, Preppy Kitchen Super Easy: 100 Simple and Versatile Recipes. Out on August 20 — the same day he’s in NYC for a book signing — the cookbook features a variety of perfect-for-daily use recipes, including breakfasts, dinners, and desserts, along with options for swaps, additions, and other practical tips.
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Aug 1, 2024 | 
mommypoppins.com | Marisa Iallonardo
If visiting an outdoor water park is on your summer bucket list, Mountain Creek Waterpark in Vernon, NJ, is a great option for a day trip or an overnight.
On a recent summer Saturday, my family and I visited the park and had a blast, with plenty for my 9-year-old and 6-year-old to do separately and together. Here’s a closer look at how we spent the day, plus what to know as you plan your visit.
For even more theme park fun, check out our Guide to Theme Parks in the region.
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Jul 30, 2024 | 
serendipitysocial.com | Marisa Iallonardo
Spending time at the pool, in the sun, and at the beach are some of the best summer activities — but they can also have a big impact on your skin. Now, as August gets underway, it’s a good time to start thinking about how to care for your skin after a summer of fun. To help, we turned to Amanda Pucci, Clinical Director/Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner at Greenwich Med Spa and Kim Nichols, MD of NicholsMD, for their expert advice.
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Jul 24, 2024 | 
womansworld.com | Marisa Iallonardo |Isabelle Paquette
You probably know someone with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease or have heard about the condition before (even if you’re not totally sure what it is). That’s because fatty liver is common, affecting nearly a quarter of US adults, according to the National Institutes of Health. The problem: It’s often referred to as a “silent” disease, since it can develop without symptoms or with symptoms that are so minor they’re easy to write off.
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Jul 23, 2024 | 
serendipitysocial.com | Marisa Iallonardo
It’s about that time in the summer when you’re either itching to go on vacation or you’re realizing that you have some downtime and want to get away. Either way, we’ve rounded up a few last-minute vacation ideas, across the US, the Caribbean, and Europe. A few of these also offer packages that can help you make the most of the rest of the summer.
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Jul 17, 2024 | 
firstforwomen.com | Marisa Iallonardo
Health Turns out clocking out more uninterrupted sleep can manage - and even help reverse - fatty liver Not sure the best way to manage your non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD)? Treatment for the common condition typically involves lifestyle changes. And experts say fatty liver disease self-care can include everything from lifting light weights to making small swaps in your diet.
