A short engagement (six months or less) really only makes sense if you have already been with your spouse for a long time and the marriage is just a formality. Otherwise, especially for couples who have been together a year or less, a long engagement — more than one year — is very important. Here are five reasons to be engaged for more than one year: title: “5 Reasons Marriage Engagements Should Be Longer Than A Year” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-08” author: “Thomas Burlew” A short engagement (six months or less) really only makes sense if you have already been with your spouse for a long time and the marriage is just a formality....

Somewhere along the way, though, that changes for many of us. “I got tired of dating jaded older men when I hit 30,” says Lindsay S., 35, who married a man five years her junior when she was 31 and has been very happy ever since. “The guys over 30 were all either already married and bitter or weird. Go younger, ladies. You won’t regret it.” She isn’t wrong. As writer Rebar Niemi said in his XO Jane essay about older women overlooking younger guys: “The primary weakness of men in their low-to-mid-20s is also their greatest strength: Age has not yet sunk its bony teeth into them....

I can’t say I am the best at this (I tend to just blurt whatever I think, whether it’s hurtful or not), but there are some things husbands just don’t need to know. Like the fact that you think his best friend is hot or that you really dislike his mom. Some things are better left unsaid in any capacity. So ladies, shhhhh. Here are five things NOT to say to your husband....

These looks are, simply put, completely magical. Whether you want simple or wild; subtle or total luxurywitch, there’s a witch-inspired nail art style here that will delight your heart. Here are 54 gloriously glam witch nail art ideas to get you started.

We’ve rounded up 8 of the most infamous households pests. Some are dangerous, others are gross, and some, you might argue, aren’t pests at all! You can always enlist the help of a professional exterminator when it comes to getting rid of household pests. But that can be super-costly. Let us help you with some quick, easy, and cheap ways to banish those bugs once and for all! If you’re worried that all these methods will involve heavy-duty and potentially dangerous toxins, don’t be!...

But guess what — the Nudist is already being knocked off by everyone. And this is great news for us non-celebs who spend all our shoe money on sneakers for the kids. Here are 8 version of the It-sandal of the season you can actually afford. title: “8 Great Knockoffs Of The Nudist Sandal Celebs Love Photos " ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-18” author: “Michael Lerud” But guess what — the Nudist is already being knocked off by everyone....

Don’t worry, you won’t be missing out! Rich, creamy filling is sandwiched between the seasonal favorites such as gingerbread and nutmeg. So kiss the pies good-bye and chill out this holiday with a frosty treat. Image via acouplecooks.com More from The Stir: Red Velvet Cake Ice Cream More from The Stir: Easy and Delicious DIY Ice Cream Cake title: “8 Holiday Ice Cream Sandwiches That Ll Put Your Cookies To Good Use Photos " ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-17” author: “Tara Campbell” Don’t worry, you won’t be missing out!...

A Too-Big Bird“My brother-in-law forgot to take the turkey out of the freezer in time. He was told that his best hope of speeding up the thaw was to fill the bathtub with warm water and sit the turkey in it. My sister walks into the bathroom a couple hours later and discovers the turkey [still in] its wrapping, submerged in the tub. I think they had pizza for Thanksgiving....

But the truth is, when it comes to hair, there are a ton of 5-minute styles that can help moms look stylish in a small amount of time. Check out some of our favorites we found. title: “9 Lazy Hairstyles For Moms With No Time To Spare” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-20” author: “Robert Luna” But the truth is, when it comes to hair, there are a ton of 5-minute styles that can help moms look stylish in a small amount of time....

Do you have other suggestions for catching your cheating man in the act? Image via JGI/Jamie Grill/Blend Images/Corbis title: “9 Surefire Ways To Check If Your Husband Is Cheating” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-22” author: “Shiela Wheeler” Do you have other suggestions for catching your cheating man in the act? Image via JGI/Jamie Grill/Blend Images/Corbis title: “9 Surefire Ways To Check If Your Husband Is Cheating” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-04” author: “Megan Campbell” Do you have other suggestions for catching your cheating man in the act?...

According to CTV News, Lindsey Hubley of Halifax, Nova Scotia, went into IWK Health Centre to deliver her son, Myles, on March 2, 2017. While her delivery seemingly went fine, she was rushed back to the hospital on March 5 — only one day after being released — due to extreme stomach pain. After doctors heard her complaints, they decided to forgo performing an official examination, instead diagnosing her with constipation and sending her home....

My husband and I go up almost every weekend to my family’s lake house, but this weekend it will overrun with guests and we will be sharing a room with our children, at least for the first four days. And for my husband and I, four days without some of our own personal fireworks makes for a very sad 4th of July. Besides, endless amounts of free time; hot, sweaty weather and lots of exposed skin makes for some serious desire....

Zzzzzz…. Think you might be pregnant? Trying to read the tea leaves before you test? I can tell you that one of my earliest symptoms was fatigue — I mean I was exhausted! Not immediately, but very early on — the crushing fatigue hit shortly after the sore boobs. If you’re sooo tired, too, and think it might mean you’re PG, read on. Every woman is different, but fatigue is definitely a common sign of early pregnancy....

And because potato chips matter so very much, and because it’s nearly Labor Day, we decided to taste test eight different flavored potato chips at a range of price points. Yes, flavored, because what is a potato but a vehicle for spicy, barbecue, cheesy flavors? I gathered the entire CafeMom staff together and forced, forced! them to down all these potato chips and tell me what they thought. Here are our favorites....

Of course, after hearing that Lupita uses avocado oil to get her glowing complexion, I immediately headed to the Google machine to see what it does exactly. Because let’s be honest here, when Lupita is going to share beauty advice, we all ought to listen. Here are some of the (pretty amazing) benefits of avocado oil, and how you can use it on your skin. My guess? It’s only a matter of time before this is the new coconut oil....

Have you noted any odd colors in your baby’s diaper? Images © Radius Images/Corbis; © iStock.com/kolosm title: “Baby Poop Colors What They Mean Photos " ShowToc: true date: “2024-08-30” author: “Gloria Flickner” Have you noted any odd colors in your baby’s diaper? Images © Radius Images/Corbis; © iStock.com/kolosm title: “Baby Poop Colors What They Mean Photos " ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-17” author: “Willie Tee” Have you noted any odd colors in your baby’s diaper?...

So, in honor of Eating Disorder Awareness Week, here are some times Lovato’s inspired all of us with her honesty about eating disorders: Recognizing and accepting a situation is a problem is a crucial step toward recovery.

It’s no big secret that walking happens at different times depending on the baby, and some parents are even fortunate enough to see their little ones take off before their first birthday. But for those of you who are still waiting for the big moment and are wondering why your baby isn’t walking yet — there might be a simple, yet very surprising thing that is slowing him down. Believe it or not, your baby’s diaper may hinder his ability to walk....

Yet the one thing I never forget to do is feed my baby. I have ADHD where all other things are concerned. Case in point: The other night my husband and I went out on our first real date night since our daughter was born. We were celebrating an anniversary and left our baby in the care of three experienced friends supplied with several bottles of breast milk. Everything was in place for a relaxing night out....

In short, it’s a heat-free method that involves prepping your post-shower hair with products, “plopping” your damp curls into a T-shirt placed in front of you on a flat surface so they coil naturally, and then securing the sleeves into a turban to keep the shirt fastened to your head until the hair is dry, or mostly dry. For a visual, behold a tutorial that has racked up nearly 13 million views since February: Embedded content: https://www....