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These Thoroughly Tested 11 Dermaplaning Tools Leave Skin Exfoliated, Smooth, and Prepped for Your Favorite Products

While this first started as an in-office treatment performed by aestheticians and dermatologists, a variety of safe, at-home dermaplaning devices have popped up recently. With so many options, knowing which ones will leave you with a freshly exfoliated, gorgeous glow sans nicks and irritation can be challenging. So, we tested 31 of the most popular dermaplaning tools over two days in the Lab. We considered each tool’s ease of use, effectiveness, comfort, and overall results—these are the ones th...
Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine •

The Baby Registry That Eliminates the Need For All Others - Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine

There’s nothing quite like the little thrill that comes with creating a baby registry and adding all your must-have gear to your wish list (plus your nice-to-haves and a few these-are-too-adorable-to-resist products, too). It’s an exciting rite of passage that helps make your baby’s arrival seem real and imminent. The big question is: Where will you build your registry?  Online baby registries aren’t new—most major retailers offer them through their websites—but we’ve found they’re not as user-f...
Byrdie •

Sea Salt Spray Showdown: We Tested Dozens on Fine and Coily Hair Types to Bring You the Best Ones for Each

Sea salt spray is basically the MVP for effortless texture, enhanced waves and curls, and a volume boost. For fine, flat, and mostly straight hair like mine (type 1b), a good sea salt spray can define beachy waves and add grit for easier styling. On the other hand, for someone with tight curls like my co-author and tester, Bianca (type 4b/c), sea salt spray can help hydrate hair, reform curls, and offer flexible hold.  Every sea salt spray is formulated differently; what works well for straigh...
Scary Mommy •

My Husband Is On The Spectrum & Routines Are A Struggle

In so many ways, my husband is an incredible dad and co-parent. His patience with our kids is unbelievable. His career in education has equipped him with tools and knowledge beyond what I could even begin to learn from parenting experts. Not to mention that he is without a doubt the quintessential “fun parent” who can elicit adorable giggles from our two girls practically on command.When it comes to the mental load, however, much of it falls on me. This situation is in no way uncommon; I am one...
Byrdie •

These Impressive Brow Hold Gels Kept My Brows Looking Stunning for Hours

Of course, no two pairs of brows are alike, so it’s important to find the right product for yours, whether thick, thin, wild, or naturally well-shaped. Since I was looking for fullness and long-lasting hold, I kept those attributes in mind as I tested 15 top-reviewed eyebrow gels over nearly six weeks. I evaluated each gel on its performance and overall look. I considered the applicators, how the gel felt throughout the day, and how easy (or difficult) it was to remove at night. These are the on...
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I Wasn't Prepared For Popularity Woes From My 2nd Grader

As a parent, I’ve always been aware that the problems my daughters come to me with would start to feel big at some point. Their troubles would progress from simple things like, “My friend wouldn’t share their toy with me,” to more complex worries like, “Why doesn’t my friend like me anymore?” I knew it would happen; I just didn’t think it would start as soon as second grade.Recently, while driving in the car with my oldest daughter, who is 7, I was caught entirely off guard when she started talk...
Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine •

Transitioning From Bassinet to Crib to Toddler Bed - Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine

Upon becoming a parent, you get bombarded with guidance from friends and family (and strangers on the internet) on how to do just about anything when it comes to raising your child. Oftentimes, the advice is conflicting because what works for one baby may not work for another—but if there’s one recommendation that tends to remain consistent, it’s that a bedtime routine is the key to a restful night’s sleep. This piece of advice is relatively easy to live by, that is, until you reach a point of t...
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Elevating Your Baby Experience with Minted’s Membership Program

You’ve likely heard of Minted, and you might have even purchased some of their beautiful products, but what you may not realize is that they offer so much more than holiday cards and wedding invitations. Not only do they offer gifts, beautiful art, textiles, and stationery, but they also have a special interest in parents-to-be, babies, and families, with a wide variety of products for different stages of your parenting journey.  With babies come celebrations, announcements, nursery planning, an...
Byrdie •

Get Va-Va-Voom Volume With a Texturizing Spray (We Have the Photos to Prove It!)

In our quest to find the best texturizing sprays, we tested 15 top sellers over two weeks. During the testing period—wearing each product at least two full days per week—we considered the kind of texture each spray delivered, how much extra body it gave us, and its overall performance. Those that impressed us the most (we’re talking effortlessly big hair) are on the list below. A good texturizing spray builds volume , defines your texture, and gives hair some grit to support a long-lasting styl
Scary Mommy •

Is Skincare Just Diet Culture For Gen Alpha?

I can’t walk into a Sephora or Ulta these days without having to weave myself around more than a few groups of tweens and teens who are hanging out in the aisles, browsing labels, and searching for the just-right products to add to their multi-step skincare routine.I have no problem sharing this space with younger girls — shoot, I wish I had started taking skincare seriously earlier than I did — but I do find myself worrying that this pursuit of having flawless skin will be to Gen Alpha what die...
Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine •

Father’s Day 2024: 15 Father’s Day Gifts The Dads In Your Life Are Sure to Love - Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine

Gift ideas for the dads who love to cook, who enjoy a little pampering, or who revel in any opportunity to play a game with the kids.Please note that some products listed are linked to affiliate websites and we may collect a small commission on your purchase. Father’s Day is just around the corner (June 16, in case you were wondering), so it’s time to do some shopping for the dads in your life. Whether it’s your partner, your father-in-law, your own dad, or your co-parent, this is an opportunity...
Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine •

Father’s Day 2024: 15 Father’s Day Gifts The Dads In Your Life Are Sure to Love

Gift ideas for the dads who love to cook, who enjoy a little pampering, or who revel in any opportunity to play a game with the kids. Please note that some products listed are linked to affiliate websites and we may collect a small commission on your purchase. Father’s Day is just around the corner (June 16, in case you were wondering), so it’s time to do some shopping for the dads in your life. Whether it’s your partner, your father-in-law, your own dad, or your co-parent, this is an opportuni
Byrdie •

These 12 Curl Creams Will Give You the Bouncy Hair of Your Dreams

We spent 396 hours testing 22 curl creams to find the best of the bunch. Testers incorporated them into their regular beauty routines, assessing each product’s performance and consistency, its hydrating effects, and our overall results. After six weeks of regular use, these curl creams consistently outperformed the rest. The right curl cream can transform natural curls (which tend to be dryer than straight hair) into soft, bouncy ringlets while eliminating frizz . But it’s not just about achiev
Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine •

Gear Review: California Baby Super Sensitive Body Wash, Shampoo, and Conditioner

Like many parents, I am conscious of the products I use on my children, always looking for formulas that have that perfect balance of safe and effective ingredients. This task can be difficult in general, but adding in a child with sensory sensitivities and eczema can make it feel downright impossible. When given the opportunity to try California Baby’s Super Sensitive shampoo/body wash and conditioner, I was thrilled because these products seemed perfect for my daughter. She has eczema, but sin
Scary Mommy •

I Love My Kids’ Year-Round School, Especially In the Summer

My daughters do not have a traditional school schedule. Instead, they’re on a year-round calendar. And I was very skeptical at first. Much to my surprise, I’ve grown to love this schedule — especially in the summer months. When we bought our home, one of its major selling points for my husband and me was that it was two blocks away from what would eventually be our two daughters’ elementary school, meaning we could walk our kids to and from school each day. For me, the caveat to this little pie
Pregnancy & Newborn Magazine •

Happy Mother’s Day to the New Moms

As a veteran mom of a nearly 5-year-old and a 7-year-old, I’m past the 2 a.m. feedings, clunky infant car seats, and blowout diapers (a parenting milestone worth celebrating). Still, I remember the early days of motherhood with both of my daughters—the sleep deprivation, the postpartum mood disorders (depression with my first, PTSD with my second), the seemingly never-ending string of viruses courtesy of daycare, and the constant self-doubt in my ability to raise my babies. Motherhood, in genera
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