TWELVE FREE ADORABLE CHRISTMAS PRINTABLES all gathered together right here! Just take a peek! If you’re new to our Blog Hops, let me explain: each month we feature 12 AWESOME bloggers and their FREE, specialty-themed printables all in one place! All you have to do is “hop” around each blog by following the link-up list at the bottom of each post! And in case you missed our previous Blog Hops, here’s what they were: 12 Free Printables for Thanksgiving, 12 Free Printables for Halloween, 12 Free Printables for Fall, 12 Free Back To School Printables, 12 Free Printables for Summer, 12 Free 4th of July Printables, 12 Free Cinco de Mayo Printables, & 12 Free Spring Printables!...

Polling all of our amazing Diva moms as well as friends and family we have the top 145 gifts for new moms all in one place! Every new mom is sure to appreciate any item off of this wonderful list! 45 Favorite Children’s Books – Help start her children’s library the right way! 15 Food Ideas to Take to New Moms – Do the cooking so that she can focus on her new family!...

We’ve searched the web from top to bottom to find you the BEST Christmas themes and Christmas party ideas to make your holiday season a blast! So, sit back and pull out those holiday sugar cookies the neighbors keep bringing over {YUM!} and enjoy having your Christmas party already planned for you this year! Whether you need a holiday party theme for the neighborhood, your kids, or a big group, we have ideas for you!...

Red Braids: Styles We Love For Any Occasion 1. Chunky Red Braid Ponytail Have thick hair? This chunky red braid ponytail is ideal for your hair type. Wear this casual look to the office or as a quick hairstyle in between washes. Here’s a styling tip for those without thick hair, pull your braid apart to create the illusion of fuller and thicker hair. 2. Red Braid Fishtail Got a formal festivity on your agenda?...

16 Simple Updo Ideas to Try for Prom 1. Braided Headband How pretty is this braided look? We’re loving simple updo ideas like these particularly when paired with bohemian dresses. This is a waterfall braid that’s actually pretty easy to recreate. Start behind one ear and wrap around to the other ear. Afterwards, you can secure all the rest of your hair in a bun. Make sure you’ve got a few wispy face-framing pieces for that extra boho vibe....

Easy Ways to Change Your Summer Beauty 1. Put your scalp health first. Whether you’re still a student and summertime means a break from your usual routine or you’re working full-time and only have summer Fridays and a week of vacation to unwind, try and find some time to relax this season. And while you’re getting some TLC, make sure to include your scalp health in the action. While it doesn’t sound like the sexiest goal to have on your agenda for the summer, scalp health cannot be underestimated and the summer is a great time to work on it....

Feast your eyes. As soon as you get your food, see if you can take in the sight of the food: the colors, the shapes, the richness that may be there. If there’s not richness there, maybe you want to add a couple more colors to make it rich in some way. Breath in the smell. Take in the aroma. Take a few deep inhales of the smell of the food that’s there....

Here are three simple remedies for a stressed-out mind that will give you the ability to come down from a busy mind and into your life. When you’re stressed: Slow down. Literally. Whatever you’re doing—walking, talking, typing, even driving—start doing it at slightly slower pace. The brain activity starts to mimic what the body is doing, so if we move slightly slower, our mind starts to move slightly slower and those flurry of stressed-out thoughts start to cool down....

3 Ways to Build a Sustainable Meditation Practice There is no magic number for how long you should sit. What matters most setting an amount of time that you can sustain over time. Here are three key elements to building a sustainable meditation practice: For a deeper dive with Joseph Goldstein and Dan Harris, check out some free guided meditations from 10% Happier read more Carly Hunt July 27, 2022...

Top 5 Hairstyles in Barbiecore Barbiecore is inspired by the infamous doll that now comes in all shapes, sizes, and shades; however, core characteristics couldn’t be changed. Pink colors, flowers, fun hair clips, and yellow are the core features of Barbiecore and have taken over videos featured on Tik Tok, Instagram, and many more platforms. Below are five examples, each representing a core detail of the Barbiecore aesthetic, showcasing how you can enhance your look....

5 Mindful Lessons from MPs in the UK Parliament 1) Pay Attention to Task Switching A politician’s day is filled with an extreme overload of information and changing tasks, requiring them to shift and navigate what takes priority. Mindfulness has proven deeply beneficial with demands on attention and prioritization, offering a greater ability to regulate attention and focus. “I found the course extremely helpful in focusing my mind, reducing stress and improving concentration,” said a parliamentarian....

When it comes to the best shampoo for fine hair, there are a few key qualities you can look out for that will help you narrow down your options by the process of elimination. If a product doesn’t include these key qualities, then it isn’t for you. The Best Shampoo for Fine Hair The best shampoo for fine hair will aid your hair in the volumizing department, won’t weigh your strands down, and will manage to still provide a thorough wash that will keep your hair nice and clean....

Inspiring Pixie Haircuts We Love 1. Spiky Red Pixie Cut Patricia a.k.a @princessstiefel, a professed makeup junkie shows you how the standard pixie haircut is anything but boring. We just love the combination of her deep red hair and a pixie cut that’s often seen in various hairstyles, including this super modern spiky look. 2. Pixie Undercut This two-in-one hairstyle is a great idea if you want to try a short length underneath and still rock some texture on the top....

Engagement Party Hair Ideas: 8 Elegant Looks 1. Loose, Full Waves These gorgeous big waves can be worn to any engagement party, low-key or super formal. The key to bombshell waves? Using a large barrel curling iron turned horizontally. Instead of getting tight ringlets, you’ll get looser waves. For even looser waves, let your hair cool down and for curlier waves, cool them in velcro rollers. 2. Mini Bouffant Half-Updo This mini bouffant is so much fun, especially with the addition of a crisp, white bow!...

First off, we compiled this ultimate love songs list by asking our readers (and a bunch of Divas) to give us their all-time favorite love songs. As a result, we’ve got MULTIPLE lists of amazing love songs in different categories. We came up with six different love playlists so you can pick your favorite type or genre, OR listen to them all for hours at a time! Without question, you won’t ever be at a loss for sweet love songs if you pin this post!...

Here’s today’s tip for incorporating more romance into your routine: Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. To learn more about ’em, click here. All you need to do is download this adorable card and write inside one or two of the many reasons you think your sweetheart is amazing. His heart will melt when he sees this quick and easy gift you’ve prepared just for him! Click HERE to access the pdf created by Danielle Ochoa of The Grey Tabby....

The good health news on mindfulness doesn’t end there. A recent article from UMass Medical School reported that mindfulnessnot only leads to healthier patients, but also happier doctors. The article reports that the research of Ronald Epstein, MD has found that “as the benefits of mindfulness are increasingly recognized by patients coping with a variety of medical conditions, so too is the realization that being completely in touch with, and aware of, the present moment, as well as taking a non-evaluative and non-judgmental approach to one’s inner experience, can also help the doctors on whose care patients depend....

The past 20 years has given birth to a booming “anti-aging” industry, replete with creams, pills, diets, and even anti-aging clinics. So, a few bucks and a little extra work can keep me young forever? Sounds like a beautiful fantasy! Oh right, that’s because it is one. As Muriel R. Gillick, professor of ambulatory care and prevention at Harvard Medical School, writes in her book, The Denial of Aging, “When we believe we will stay young forever, and when we purchase special vitamins, herbs, and other youth-enhancing chemicals to promote longevity, we are engaging in massive denial....

Are you worried that you might be battling an infection on your scalp? Read on to ease your worries or find out if an anti-fungal shampoo is right for you: Antifungal Shampoo 101 It can be easy to confuse a scalp fungal infection with dandruff. However, once you know the difference between both conditions you’ll be able to know what shampoo is best or if you need to seek medical care....

It’s midnight and I’m convinced I’ll be dead of a brain tumor by first light. How I even know about brain tumors is a mystery. I’m six years old and no one in my small world has ever had one. Still, I’m panicking, gulping at the air, trembling beneath the covers. My mother tries to hold me and talk me down, but I’m too far gone to be comforted. Finally, near tears herself, she phones an old family friend who happens to be a world-famous neurosurgeon....