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I Was Stuck in a UTI Cycle-Here’s How I Finally Broke Free for Good
If 30-year-old superlatives were a thing, mine would unfortunately be “Most Likely to Get a UTI.” For years, I lived in constant high alert, waiting for my body to sabotage my social calendar with that unmistakable here-it-comes feeling. If you’ve ever spent 48 hours in a battle with your own bladder, you know the mental tax of waiting for the next flare-up is just as exhausting as the physical pain.
Hot Take: I Actually Love Using Dating Apps—Here’s Why
If you had asked me a year ago, I would have said I was done with dating apps. After one too many subpar pickup lines ranging from nice-guy-tolerable to lose-my-number-immediately-offensive, 2024 Keely was committed to meeting someone “organically.” Who doesn’t want a rom-com meet-cute in the grocery store? But after months of trying (i.e., wearing mascara to pick up prescriptions), I had to admit: Meeting someone in the wild is a lot easier said than done. The thing is, I wasn’t alone.
I Ditched My Gym Membership Thanks to These Amazon Buys Original
Even though I love being active, there is a long list of things I would rather do than actually go to the gym, including deep cleaning every bathroom in my house (my brother’s bathroom not included). It can be a hassle trying to plan your day around finding the time to drive to the gym for a workout, and on top of that, you have to pray that it’s not too crowded in the morning before work (and it usually is) or that you’re not too drained to get yourself there after work.
Home Tour: Step Inside This Completely Renovated 1920s Cottage on Lake Michigan
Interior designer and business owner Kate Marker and her family were looking for a vintage home to remodel for quite some time when they came across The Leo Cottage and fell in love. After buying the Lake Michigan cottage, Kate renovated and redesigned the 1920s property over a span of just a few months—and the result is the most charming home ever (wait until you see the photos, we’re not exaggerating!).
A Marketing VP and New Mom Shares Her Tips for Making Friends and Finding Your Village
Photography Provided By: Susan Morgan Intro By: Julia Birkinbine Poulter Interview By: Keely Geist After years of working in marketing and learning to use professional networking to further her career, Susan Morgan knew that when she became a first-time mom, forming relationships with other new mamas would be the key to her success.
Home Tour: How This Interior Designer Maximizes 600 Sq. Ft.
When she’s not professionally designing interiors for hotels, Ciarra Celiano is constantly transforming her Chicago apartment into a calming and clean escape from the city. Originally built in the 1920s, she has found the perfect combination of keeping the vintage feel of the building alive but still giving the space an updated and modern touch.
Tour This Family's Cozy Florida Home With Decor Inspired by Their Travels
When it came time for photographer Loree Rowland and her husband, Roy, to decorate their new Florida home after a big move from the Pacific Northwest, the Rowlands looked no further than their love of nature and collection of travel souvenirs for design inspiration. The result? A perfectly cozy family abode featuring a mix of mid-century modern meets vintage decor that you’ll want to copy immediately.
Meet the Working Mom-of-2 in a Senior Role at Popular Sports Retailer Fanatics
Photography Provided By: Kimberly Alula Intro By: Julia Birkinbine Poulter Interview By: Keely Geist With an extensive business background and a personal love of all-things sports, Kimberly Alula is, frankly, the perfect fit for her role as Senior Director of Integrated Merchandising and Marketing Strategy at the popular online sports retailer Fanatics.
Peek Inside a Gorgeous 1920s-Era Apartment That's Teeming With Vintage Charm
Photography By: Rachel Loewen Intro & Interview By: Keely Geist The beautiful city of Chicago (where The Everygirl office luckily gets to call home) is known for its iconic architecture and amazing, old construction. When Kathryn Larocca was looking for her 1920s Gold Coast apartment, she was looking for a building with vintage charm and character, and she found exactly that. When styling her home, she aimed to create a welcoming and cozy space while keeping the spirit of the building alive.
An Entrepreneur and New Mom Reveals Her Advice for Women Hoping to Start a Business
After adding more than 10 years of experience working in the advertising industry to her impressive resume, Lauren Grant took her expert-level knowledge of the digital media space and decided to start her own business in 2014. So, what’s life as a female entrepreneur been like for the experience architect since then?
You'll Love This Boho Nursery's Simple Yet Sophisticated Decor
Shortly after Jessica Moore and her husband made the move from Nashville to Franklin, TN, the excited mama-to-be began working on designing the perfect boho nursery for her daughter, Amelia. Today, the littlest Moore is already 3-months-old, and Jessica is enjoying her baby girl’s simple yet sophisticated room almost as much as she’s loving new motherhood.
Fall Fruits & Veggies to Add to Your Grocery Cart + 24 Recipes to Make With Them
The start of fall means brisk air, falling leaves, cozy sweaters, and seasonal foods. We all know now is the time to indulge in all things pumpkin and sweet potato, but do you know about all of the other yummy foods in season during the fall? Eating according to the different seasons is one of the principles of Ayurveda, one of the world’s oldest approaches to healing and health.
Fall 2019 Hair Trends: Every Cut, Color, and Style Worth Trying
Fall has always been one of my favorite times to spruce up my appearance. After a summer full of constant fun, it’s the perfect time for change and self-growth. One way to get yourself in the mindset for a new you is with a new hairstyle. This year, we’ve seen different trends — from hair accessories to pastel colors — but the one thing we can be sure of this fall is that short is in! The bob is back and being rocked by Jennifer Lawrence, Rihanna, Demi Lovato, and so many more across Hollywood.
A Mom of Toddler Twins Shares Her Best Hacks for Keeping a Tidy and Stylish Home
Intro By: Julia Birkinbine Poulter Interview By: Keely Geist Photography Provided By: Jenica Parcell As a busy mom to toddler twins, Jenica Parcell knows maintaining a perfectly organized and impeccably designed home just isn’t always realistic. But thanks to the blogger‘s effortlessly chic style that mixes fresh, neutral decor with cozy French design elements, the Parcell family’s Utah home always looks comfortable and stylish.
14 Cute + Affordable Planners to Help You Organize Your Life
Copy By: Keely Geist Feature Image By: @papersource No matter if you’re studying in school or hustling at work, the last part of the year can get crazy for everyone. In between celebrating holidays, trying to change the political climate, and visiting family, we’re all doing our best to stay on top of everything we need to do just to get through the day. Call me “old school,” but the one thing that consistently keeps me sane and organized is having a planner.
A Creative Director and Single Mom Reveals Why She's Dedicated to Redefining "Family"
Intro By: Julia Birkinbine Poulter Interview By: Keely Geist Photography Provided By: Rachael Hardy After studying graphic design in college, Rachael Hardy began her career working at an art museum in her hometown and, years later, climbed the corporate ladder at Fortune 500 companies including P&G, Walgreens, and even Trunk Club.
30 Cute (and Affordable) Fall Decorations for Your Front Door
Intro By: Keely Geist Story By: Alaina Kaczmarski Feature Image By: @alainakaz “Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and caldron bubble…” oops the first official day of fall just happened and all we have to say is WE ARE READY! People love this time of year for all different kinds of reasons, some are hardcore football fans, some are obsessed with pumpkin everything, and most, simply, are ready to walk outside without sweating to death.
Small Space Inspo: The Most Creative Home Office Solution We've Ever Seen
Photography By: Hillary Jeanne Photography Intro & Interview By: Keely Geist There is an overwhelming amount of information online on nutrition, diets, and food allergies, so it can be confusing to know where to go and what to listen to when struggling with food intolerances. Since dealing with her own food and body sensitivities, one woman is setting out to create a community where living with a restrictive diet doesn’t have to be difficult.
The Everygirl's 2019 Fall Bucket List
I’m all for a glass of rose on a rooftop and a street festival in the city in the summer, but my love for all things fall is incomparable. I know we wait all year to feel the sunshine on our face for just three short months, but there’s something about the fall that just hits different. No seriously, those first brisk, fall days here in Chicago will definitely hit you.
Maid of Honor Duties: Here's What's on Your To-Do List
Some girls spend their whole lives dreaming of their wedding day, while others girls canât even picture themselves in a wedding dress. However someone feels about it â when and if that day comes â itâll still be a monumental moment in their lives; a moment where they are devoting their life to one person. It’s a moment that actually takes months, and sometimes even years to plan.
This Home's Interior Perfectly Mixes Vintage and Modern Design With a Splash of Bold Black Accents
Intro By: Julia Birkinbine Poulter Interview By: Keely Geist Photography Provided By: Elise Fox When Elise Fox and her husband moved their family from Denver to Chicago a few years ago, they wanted to bring their Colorado home’s Tudor cottage style to the Midwest. So, when they started building, Elise made sure their abode’s exterior featured a gorgeous window tower and swooping roofline in addition to bringing a chic mix of vintage and modern to the interior with black accents and bold colors.
What You Actually Should Be Cleaning in Your Home Every Week
It’s easy to get caught up in your busy schedule and let things like cleaning fall by the wayside. You’re running around trying to juggle work, maintain relationships, have a social life, work out, run errands, give back to your community, and before you know it, you walk into your bathroom and… whoa. You wonder how it could possibly have gotten this dirty. When was the last time you cleaned this place anyway?
How Melissa Diamond Started a Hit Podcast
Intro By: Keely Geist Interview By: Natalya Grabavoy All Images Courtesy of: Melissa Diamond At one time or another, we all have endured a painful experience that we either let define us or challenge us to grow. After breaking up with her boyfriend, Melissa Diamond chose to turn her heartache into a new career opportunity with her podcast, He Said What. In her weekly episodes, Melissa sits down with a variety of guests to discuss all the confusing and taboo topics of dating.
This Boho Nursery's Chic Design All Started With a Statement Wallpaper
When designing a nursery, some parents start with a statement crib or dresser and build the room around those pieces — but not Sivan Ayla Richards. The blogger and first-time mom chose to base her daughter’s chic nursery around a bold pink and green cactus wallpaper to create the perfect boho space for her little one, Capri.
Here's How Your Attachment Style Affects Your Work and Love Lives
Copy By: Keely Geist Feature Image By: @witanddelight_ Have you ever noticed there is always a certain pattern in your relationships? Maybe it’s in the type of partner you’re usually attracted to; maybe it’s in how the relationship tends to end. If you find yourself ending up in similar situations over and over again, odds are this is due to your subconscious programming, also known as your attachment style.
How a Mom-of-Three Incorporated Laid-Back California Style Into Her Boston Farmhouse
When you walk into the Hempel family’s gorgeous Boston farmhouse, you’re immediately met with classic light and bright design that also effortlessly incorporates mom Jackie’s laid-back California roots. But with a house built in 1879, updating and designing the ideal space for a modern family-of-five was no easy feat.
It's Here: Chip & Joanna Just Added 100+ New Products to Their Target Collection
Intro By: Keely Geist Feature Image By: Target Though we’re still a few weeks out from cozy sweaters and an overwhelming amount of pumpkin flavoring, itâs definitely not too soon to start picking out new home decor for fall, especially if itâs designed by Americaâs favorite couple. Yep, thatâs right â Chip and Joanna Gaines are launching their Hearth & Handâs Fall collection today, exclusively available online at Target.
22 Acts of Kindness to Do in Honor of the El Paso Challenge
Copy By: Keely Geist Feature Image By: The Little Market Just 10 days ago, our country experienced yet another tragedy. On Aug. 3, 2019, the El Paso, Texas shooting marked the sixteenth deadly mass shooting in the United States. Twenty-two innocent lives were taken that day, and at least 24 individuals were left injured.
This Paris Apartment's Neutral Design Will Have You Dreaming of Minimalist Decor
Photography Provided By: Lara Brehm Intro By: Julia Birkinbine Poulter Interview By: Keely Geist It’s no secret that Lara Brehm has impeccable decor taste and knows aesthetically-pleasing interior design when she sees it.
20 Healthy Dinner Recipes You Can Meal Prep on Sunday
Copy By: Keely Geist Feature Image By: Wholefully Itâs easy to start off the summer on the right foot. The very thought of warmer weather just around the corner provides enough motivation to start working out regularly and eating healthier. As we get caught up in the rooftop dinners, long beach days, and drinking filled holidays, it becomes even easier to stop eating clean than it was to begin.
Though Nicole Thompson wasn’t obsessed with her Alabama home’s cookie-cutter looks at first, she didn’t let that hinder her design process. Instead, she viewed the cozy abode as a completely blank slate ready to be jazzed up with some bold decor. The result? Nicole created a totally unique house for her family — she’s a mom-of-four! — that includes statement wallpaper, eye-catching area rugs, and chic paint colors throughout.
When Caitlin Crosby Benward started selling jewelry featuring keys adorned with positive messages years ago, she never thought the unique pieces would turn into a full-fledged business. But now, Caitlin is the CEO of The Giving Keys, a “pay it forward” company selling bespoke necklaces, bracelets, earrings, and more that’s also helping to end homelessness through their social impact employment model.
When Kayla Gann was designing her family’s latest house in Mississippi, she stuck with her go-to decor motto — “less is more.” The result is a perfectly minimalist space that mixes both Scandinavian and Bohemian elements in their cozy living area, chic kitchen, relaxing master bedroom, and serene nursery for their little boy, Beck.
Summer Wardrobe Staples You Can Snag at Shopbop for Under $100
Copy By: Keely Geist Feature Image By: Shopbop One of my favorite things about summer is how easy it is to look cute and put-together — you can throw on a sundress, some sandals, and light makeup and natural hair, and you’re ready to go. Compared to the other seasons, walking out the door in a full look is a cake walk.
I'm Not Ashamed of Loving This Retro TrendâHere's How I Wear It
By now if you havenât tried the bike shorts trend, you’ve at the very least seen them all over Instagram. This trend started blowing up last year and I, probably just like you, was a little confused. I actually thought to myself, âyou mean those things that moms wore in the ’80s to workout? Thereâs no way thatâll catch on.â I now believe that is how some of the biggest trends start off. Bike shorts now have almost nothing to do with working out or moms.
These Instagram Accounts Are Like Having a Personal Trainer
Copy By: Keely Geist Feature Image By: Li Sun | Pexels If the thought of summertime has ever stressed you out or made you anxious, you’re not alone. Our society has put so much pressure on women to have the perfect summer body, but in reality, the perfect summer body doesn’t exist — your summer body is just your body. That’s why I feel conflicted on sharing my favorite fitness accounts — I’m not a huge fan of women feeling like they need to look a certain way to enjoy summer.
16 Healthy Desserts to Make this Summer
Copy By: Keely Geist Feature Image By: 40 Aprons Summer is officially here! I’m not sure what it is about summertime that makes me feel like I need to go get ice cream every day for the next three months. It’s a real problem! Let’s be honest though, summer just isn’t the same without a nice frozen treat at the end of the day. As I am trying to be more conscious of the food I am putting in my body, this summer I’m opting for healthier dessert options.
Photography By: Jen Serafini Intro By: Julia Birkinbine Interview By: Keely Geist When Chicago designer and art director Jen Serafini and her husband bought their Bucktown home, the mom-to-be knew she wanted to create an adorably whimsical and perfectly gender-neutral room for their baby daughter. After they transformed the space with a fresh coat of white paint, Jen began adding soft pops of pink and incorporated both old and new decor to make their little one’s nursery one you won’t forget.
Photography Provided By: Kassandra DeKoning Intro By: Beth Gillette Interview By: Keely Geist If you think you can’t accomplish minimalism with kids, think again. Kassandra DeKoning — a mom of three to Jack, Max, and Scottie and a blogger — found the perfect medium between adding color and keeping her Scandinavian style while adding a little modern and bohemian twist to her space.
All new moms are guilty of taking one too many pictures of their babies. We don’t blame you. Everything they do is so adorable, how can you resist?! For Jodi Anne Hendricks, taking cute pictures of her son eventually led to her now career as a self-employed wedding photographer. Her love for photography and clean lines naturally became the inspiration style for her neutral palette Nevada home. Raising three boys all under the age of 12 is no easy task but is one that Jodi conquers every day.
Taylor Frankel Created Nudestix to Empower Women to Wear Less Makeup and Spend Their Time Enjoying Life
Intro & Interview By: Keely Geist All Images Courtesy of: @taylor_frankel | @nudestix At just 22 years old, Taylor Frankel is not letting her age define her passion and leadership skills as the co-founder and Chief Inspiration Officer of her own company. Growing up around their mom’s professional experience in cosmetics, Taylor and her sister, Ally, always had a natural instinct and love for all things beauty.
Photography Provided By: Ciara Self Intro By: Keely Geist Interview By: Madeline Galassi Creating a nursery for the first time is a sweet and fun way for new moms to celebrate this special time in their lives. When Ciara Self was pregnant with her son Cooper, she knew she wanted this room to be just right for when he arrived. As the owner of the wedding and event company BASH + Co, Ciara has always had a keen eye for decorating and design.
Intro By: Keely Geist Interview By: Victoria Greenwald Feature Image By: Amanda Gibson As if being a mom-of-two isn’t handful enough, Amanda Gibson has her plate full as an educator, writer, and cook (pun intended!). After moving all over the country to where she now calls home in Mobile, Alabama, the one thing that has always remained the same for Amanda was her passion for food.
11 Easy, Quick Weekday Breakfast Ideas
Copy By: Keely Geist Feature Image By: Foodie Crush How many times have you heard “breakfast is the most important meal of the day” (whether that’s completely true or not) in your life? A lot — I know. (Insert eye roll here.) But as a professional woman busy killing it at your career (yes, you!) sometimes breakfast can be the last thing on your mind. Maybe you think there’s just not enough time for it before work or maybe the eggs you eat the same way everyday are getting old. I get it.
"You Have to Earn Support, Not Just Ask for It"â Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton on Building Her Chillhouse Empire and Supporting Sisters
Intro & Interview By: Keely Geist Images Courtesy of: @chillhouse | @cyndiramirez As the term self-care is being tossed around a lot this year, one woman is redefining what it means to slow down and pamper yourself in New York City. After realizing the typical spa was no longer fulfilling her relaxation needs, Cyndi Ramirez-Fulton and her husband created their own âdestination for modern self-careâ on the Lower East Side at Chillhouse.
12 Questions to Ask Someone Before They Become Your Roommate
As graduation season approaches, a lot of people are soon going to be finding themselves leaving their college towns and heading to the nearest city. Living alone isn’t always in the budget for recent grads, so most will seek out a roommate. Even if they can afford to live alone, some people simply aren’t ready for that stage in their life yet. There are such great social and safety benefits to living with another person that many people will find themselves with a roommate throughout their 20s.
20 Easy (But Delicious) Lunch Ideas That Will Make Work So Much Better
It happens every week. You get so busy with work, relationships, and self care that you forget to take the time to put together a proper lunch. You end up throwing together your typical go-to meal last minute before heading out the door. We all can relate to getting in a rut and making ourselves the same old thing for lunch every week. Even when weâre making our favorite salad or sandwich it can still get pretty old and boring.
30 Delicious Recipes to Celebrate Cinco De Mayo
If there is anything in this world that I love more than tacos and spicy margaritas, it would be a whole day devoted to celebrating with tacos and spicy margaritas! For some people, Christmas is their favorite holiday, for others it’s the 4th of July. For me, Cinco de Mayo is at the top of my list. If we are going to properly celebrate this holiday, there are some facts about this day to get straight. In the United States, this day is often confused with Mexico’s Independence day.
OMG: Every Single Thing at West Elm Is on Sale This Weekend
BIG NEWS! You’re going to want to hold that call, skip that lunch date, maybe even “forget” about that meeting you had today for this. WEST ELM IS HAVING A SALE. 20% off furniture and 25% off everything else! As home decor enthusiasts, we couldn’t dream of anything better. Shop all the furniture, rugs, wall art, bedding and more that you’ve been eyeing. This deal applies to in store and online purchases.
24 Healthy Recipes to Make This WeekâThat Aren't a Salad
Itâs that time of year again â time to pull out the shorts and dresses, finally shave your legs, and maybe contemplate why you thought ordering so many boxes of Girl Scout Cookies was such a good idea a couple months ago. (Iâm just kidding. Nobody, in all of history, has ever questioned why they ordered so many Girl Scout Cookies. We know why â theyâre delicious!) Warm weather often means less comfort food, but that doesn’t mean you need to resort to eating leafy greens all day.
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