Who doesn’t love Andy Dwyer (a.k.a. the hilarious Chris Pratt) on* Parks and Recreation*? But…wait a second. This doesn’t look exactly like the Andy we’re all used to: In fact, this is Chris Pratt, who has clearly been working out steadily for his upcoming role in Guardians of the Galaxy. He posted the photo above
Have you ever been weirded out by people who get too close to you (either on the subway, the street or maybe at work)? I know I have. But–OMG–would you wear this crazy (and totally funny) device to keep people out of your personal space? It’s a product called “Personal Space,” created by a Brazilian
When I sprained my ankle a few weeks ago, I was wearing flip flops. But maybe I wouldn’t have taken that fall if I had been wearing these health-expert approved flip flops that I just tried out… Designed by Australian podiatrist Phillip Vasyli and endorsed by natural health guru Andrew Weil, M.D., Orthaheel has a
Hi there. This is Erin’s sister Melissa checking in. I had my 20-week, level II sonogram yesterday and all is well. We saw all the organs, two hands, two feet…and a little pee pee. We are having another boy and I think it is great (although I did tell my husband, Ysrael, we weren’t stopping
Three years ago Rebecca Scheinkman, then 32, was having a prebirthday brunch with a group of friends when one of them asked her a bold but important question: “Can I feel your lump?” Just days before, Rebecca, a licensing manager in New York City, had received a devastating diagnosis: triple positive breast cancer, which she
In a recent interview with Vogue, Serena Williams expressed a fear many pregnant women can relate to. “I don’t really think I’m a baby person,” she said. “Not yet. That’s something I have to work on. I’m so used to me-me-me, taking care of my health, my body, my career. I always ask, ‘Am I
It’s like a line of dominoes that just keep falling–Heidi Montag, Kate Hudson, Jaime Pressly, and now … Nicole Kidman? True story: On a cruise in the Caribbean 5 years ago, the hubs and I were paired up for dinner every night with a couple from New York. He was a state legislator, she was
PHOTO: ?? Copyright 2008 Robert Byron, All Rights Reserved An IV bag used for the introduction of intravenious fluids. Get ready for an OMG moment: There’s a new weight loss method gaining popularity in fashionista circles. Don’t want to eat, but still want to stay nourished? Step right up: to a vitamin-packed IV, which reportedly
Truth time: there are seven different breast types and it is possible to find the best bra for yours. And you have the same right when it comes to sports bras!. Sure, some of choosing a sports bra depends on your activity and how big your breasts are, but there’s also value in shopping with
One person who knows a thing or two about putting in time at the gym is model and entrepreneur Hannah Bronfman. Though she spends her evenings hitting the red carpet at VIP fashion events and her nights DJing at some of the hottest parties all around the world, during the day, she’s tending to her
Having a baby is no joke—it usually involves hours of labor and then suddenly you’re responsible for a little human being. And then there’s the fact that, in many cases, this baby actually came out of your vagina. That can’t be easy on your ladybits, and it’s not. So how long does it take for
I don’t have to tell you how pervasive body and weight issues are–as a woman, you probably deal with them more often than not. It’s almost impossible to tackle the subject in just a few words; someone should really write a book about weight stereotypes and learning to appreciate the beauty of your own body.
When your period arrives (ugh), there are a lot of different tampon options you can reach for. You can choose between various absorbencies, applicators, and even organic vs. nonorganic. But experts say there’s one type you should be wary of: scented versions. While some women use scented tampons and have no issues, others can experience
