Every year, my mother and her best friend wake up the morning of Mother’s Day, hop in the car and leave their kids behind. They rarely even let us know where they're headed, but we all know not to ask. On Mother’s Day, we simply let them do their thing, whatever that may be! You’re a mother 365 days of the... CONTINUE READING 7

If your mom is just as makeup-obsessed as you are, why not treat her to only the best beauty this year? From beauty steals to beauty deals, gift your glamourpuss mama this Mother’s Day with some of our beauty favorites that will keep her looking gorgeous not only on Mother's Day but all year long! One of the most lauded tools... CONTINUE READING 10

Happy Hump Day! We know the middle of the week can be a drag, so we’re introducing our bi-weekly series of inspiring posters from best-selling author Karen Salmansohn. Karen brings fun nuggets of self-help advice on her blog daily (or more than daily!) on notsalmon.com. An Editor’s Take: It's easy to get caught up in the hustle of the everyday and dragged down... CONTINUE READING 5

Everybody loves to look good and feel good, and Cindy Tawiah helps women do just that with her beauty line Diva By Cindy. Her line promotes longer and healthier hair growth, is all natural and helps empower women (with jobs and charitable proceeds!). Learn more about Cindy and her business below. Cindy Tawiah CEO of Diva by Cindy Hair Products and... CONTINUE READING 12

Mom deserves to be pampered…always, but on Mother’s Day especially! Why not turn your gift into a mother-daughter bonding experience by opting for a spa package perfectly suited for you and your ultimate girlfriend...mom. She’ll love the chance to spend time with you, and to be able to relax while doing so? Ahh-mazing. -Lynden Halpern What mom doesn't deserve and love decadent... CONTINUE READING 8

Mother’s Day approaching has us at Shecky's feeling all kinds of nostalgic. One thing that we’re all especially fond of is famed recipes from our mamas—the aromatic breakfast fare, the "I'll have thirds" desserts, the mouth-watering main dishes.... Surprise mom this Mother's Day by making one of your favorite recipes of hers for her! Mom’s Secret French Toast Ingredients: 1/4 cup all-purpose flour 1... CONTINUE READING 13

We gave you a great list of Mother’s Day gift ideas, but in case you weren’t satisfied or still need to do some shopping, lucky for you, Girls Night Out Los Angeles is this week and perfect for all of your last-minute gift-buying needs! With the Royal Wedding madness over, mom can reclaim the crown as queen…of the house at least! -Lynden... CONTINUE READING 7

Breakfast in bed, hand-written cards…while these are all tried and true Mother’s Day gifts, that’s part of the problem. Spice up this Mother’s Day with some innovative gifts that will have mama making breakfast in bed for you! -Lynden Halpern The Petite Candle Trio ($45) from FRESH exudes relaxation before it's even lit! Whether mom wants to indulge in a bath or... CONTINUE READING 9

Being a parent is hard (as you've told us, the timing is also difficult). Being a celebrity parent? Even harder, I'd assume. With the constant fear of the paparazzi tracing your every move and a crazy-demanding work schedule, it's truly fascinating that so many celebrities are having children, even via surrogacy if necessary. Popeater.com reports that a huge number of celebrities,... CONTINUE READING 11

I’m 25, and I feel like time is running out. Yeah, 25 is the new 15 or whatever, but try telling that to my biological clock, won’t you? Maybe it’s my quarter-life crisis, but my 30th birthday, and in turn the significant decrease of my fertile, baby-makin’ eggs, seems creepily close. I’m sure you’re already shaking your heads, thinking that... CONTINUE READING 93