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Life in the Mommy Lane by Riche Holmes Grant — Health + Fitness

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DIY Bath Salts for Galentine's Day 0

I love making soothing bath salts to give away on Galentine's Day because they are so easy to make and make such sweet gifts too (I mean what woman doesn't need a little more relaxation in her life?). Note: For those of you who don't know, Galentine's Day is the unofficial (but pretty much official) holiday celebrated on February 13th when women all over celebrate the beauty of friendship, preferably with wine involved:-). The salts are there to soothe tired muscles and release toxins, the baking soda is there to soften the water and give your...
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DIY Whipped Body Butter for Dry Winter Skin 0

I started making my own body butter a few winters ago after I got of tired re-applying lotion throughout the day. Sometimes, it was literally two minutes later...yes...sigh.  I mistakenly thought that the thicker (and more expensive!) the lotion better, but those factors actually made no difference at all as far as my skin was concerned.     Finally, I decided to take matters into my own hands (literally) with an easy and effective DIY whipped body butter to the rescue! It's made with just three super-moisturizing natural ingredients, and a little bit goes a really long way. I...
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Smart + Stylish Mom Spotlight: Expert Workout Tips for Busy Moms 0

Meet 42-year-old Jeanette Chandler, registered dietitian, former Redskins cheerleader, and founder of Fit with Jeanette Chandler, a health and fitness company geared toward the overall health of women and men who want to lead more fulfilling lives. Jeanette lives in Washington, DC with her husband, Andre, and their 4-year-old son, Justin. I met Jeanette in 2014, when our children were in the same pre-school class. It was toddler boss’s first experience away from home, and I was barely making it between getting used to our new schedule and leaving her there crying hysterically for me. One...
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Smart + Stylish Mom Spotlight: Don't Let the Little Things Stop You 1

Meet 37-year-old Dr. Brigitte White who lives in the Washington, DC area with her husband, Aleksander, and her 3-year-old son, Luka. Brigitte grew up in Philadelphia, but as a young child, she attended elementary school in Japan; and as a teen, she participated in athletic cultural exchanges with Sweden.  Brigitte is a graduate of Princeton University and the University of Pennsylvania, where she earned her dental degree. I met Brigitte in Philadelphia through a mutual friend and we hit it off instantly. At the time, she was a new wife with *only* one career as a...
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6 Unique Mother's Day Gifts by Mompreneurs 0

Mom knows best, especially when it comes to Mother's Day! That's why I wanted to share one-of-a-kind gift ideas from the mom entrepreneurs ("mompreneurs") who made them. Each gift has been carefully and cleverly designed to energize, inspire, and celebrate moms on Mother's Day -- including yours! 1. "Mommin' Ain't Easy" T-Shirt If you're looking for a Mother's Day gift that tells it like it is, the "Mommin' Ain't Easy" T-shirt is fashionable truth at its best! "Looking good and feeling good at the same time can be hard when you're a mom," says designer Pebby...
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