Shopping + Discounts = True Love

Every girl loves a bargain, especially when it comes to clothes, shoes, and accessories. But maintaining personal style can get a little pricey. Thankfully, discount shops exist for fashionistas on a budget. This article features tips from shopping guru Derek Warburton and financial diva Catey Hill (author of Shoo, Jimmy Choo!) who offer advice about the best ways to look hot… without being in the red.

You read Vogue, you want the clothes in Vogue, but you’re so not living on a Vogue budget. What’s a fashion-forward girl to do? Head to the local discount store. You can snag trendy bags, designer dresses, and oodles of must-have accessories at places like T.J. Maxx, Value City, Burlington Coat Factory, Marshalls, and Ross.

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Tweak the Resume – Land the Job

How long should a resume be for a new grad? What are the biggest no-nos and most important must-haves? This article provides valuable resume tips for those venturing into the professional job market for the first time. Even if you’re not a new grad, there’s plenty to learn from this piece – including how to format a resume to satisfy modern-day keyword searches (used often by employers).

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Do Dentists Blog? You Bet Your Teeth They Do

Let’s face it – Web 2.0 is where it’s at these days and if you don’t play the game you can lose out on serious online traffic. So this savvy cosmetic dentistry practice decided that they needed a blog to enhance their presence in cyberspace.

I write a handful of blog posts for them every month that they can publish at their leisure and voila! Regular content, fat and happy search engines, and more business for some smiling dentists. Here are a handful of posts written for this cosmetic dentistry blog.

Any business can implement a blog and make it work. Don’t want to write blog posts yourself? You know where to find me.

Writing for a Video Blog Site

The lawyers at Femminineo Attorneys run what they call a “Divorce Journal.” As far as legal blogs go, this one is pretty stellar as it features brief legal videos that are easy to understand (because, let’s face it, if you’re not an attorney, legalese can sometimes be tough to parse).

I write the summaries for each video to help provide fresh content for this site on a regular basis, to attract search engines, and, of course, to let readers know exactly what they’ll be watching.

The write-ups and videos combined provide folks with a quick, informative, bite-sized divorce education covering issues like child custody orders, jurisdiction, child support enforcement, spousal support, and how to calculate child support.

Check out a handful of the blog summaries.

Company Press Release

This company press release is just one of many that I have written for fine gourmet foods supplier Albert Uster Imports. For this release, they wanted to announce the appointment of a new executive in their corporation.

A website press release can help improve your site rankings and also shows clients and customers that you are dedicated to providing them with timely updates and regular new content.

Read the full press release.

Fertility-Friendly Feng Shui Tips

Can your house be too feng shui? Not if you’re trying to conceive… at least according to these feng shui experts. Couples struggling with infertility will find these fertility-friendly tips easy to implement – you can feng shui your house quickly and without great expense. There are even tips to help ignite the love and romance areas of the home for balanced baby-making digs.

Trying to conceive? Consider implementing some feng shui into your décor to aid in your efforts. Feng shui experts offer suggestions about how to balance the home and bedroom to create a fertility-friendly environment.

A couple has plenty on their minds when they’re trying to conceive and many must submit themselves to many things (including painful tests and procedures) to have a baby. You may want to consider these easy-to-implement feng shui tips to help turn your baby-making environment into a serene and balanced room to increase fertility.

Featured on SheKnows. Read the full article.

Like this article? Check out the sister story: “Feng Shui the Baby Nursery in 6 Steps.”

Seven Chakras, Hundreds of Names

If you’re interested in the chakras, this article features baby names inspired by the seven centers of sacred architecture in the body, aka “spinning wheels.” You won’t be surprised to find some serious outside-of-the-box names here, but some traditional names are also associated with these energy centers.

There are seven main centers of spiritual energy in the human body known as chakras. Every human has them – the bundle of joy you’re expecting will develop their own energy centers as they grow and mature. The word “chakra” is a Sanskrit term meaning “wheel.” In fact, these “spinning wheels” collect vibrations, energy and information from our surroundings and have a great variety of associations.

Though chakras are all about being in balance, that doesn’t mean you need to give your child seven names that correspond with each chakra. With a chakra-inspired first or middle name, you can give your baby a positive foundation that will be a constant reminder of how important it is to keep their body, mind and soul in check so they can function at their highest potential.

Featured on BabyHold. Read the full article.

Beyond Grandma and Grandpa

Trendy naming is not reserved for newborns. No sirree! With the birth of a grandchild, grandparents can take advantage of the opportunity to grant themselves a new name… nickname, that is. And no one said it has to be traditional! This article features kooky, quirky, cute, and creative names for the wonderful grands out there who want something beyond “Grandma” and “Grandpa.”

While grandparents are sometimes granted a brand new name once their grandchild starts talking, it doesn’t hurt to settle on a nickname before baby is born. In fact, in today’s world of blended, divorced and remarried families, one child could have more than just four grandparents… and they all have to have their own nickname. What finer way to pay tribute to the matriarchs and patriarchs of families than encouraging them to choose an individual nickname derived from family heritage, the grands’ own personalities and beyond?

Featured on BabyHold. Read the full article.

Giving Birth After a C-Section

A much-contested topic these days is whether or not it’s safe for moms to give birth vaginally after having had a C-section. This article consults doctors with differing opinions to show both sides of the issue and offers up anecdotes from moms who have been-there-done-that.

It’s a common belief that if a woman has had one cesarean delivery, subsequent deliveries must also happen by cesarean or c-section. New research is attempting to prove otherwise, giving moms hope for a future vaginal birth. Hear what experts and real moms have to say about the risks and benefits of a vaginal birth after cesarean or VBAC.

Featured on SheKnows.com. Read the full article.

How to Feng Shui the Baby Nursery

Whether you believe in the art of feng shui or not, it certainly can’t hurt to arrange your child’s nursery as recommended by the feng shui experts interviewed in this article. When you want to contain the chaos, calm the baby, and create an environment that’s conducive to sleep and happiness, it’s worth trying at least a few of these methods to achieve some yin and yang for your little one.

Any new parent will tell you they’ll do just about anything to soothe their infant and make him comfortable. Taking the time to feng shui your child’s nursery will maintain harmony and alleviate distress in your little one’s environment.

As you pull together your child’s nursery, it’s important to remember that you’re not just “making room” for a child in your house, you’re welcoming them into your life… and into their new world. Help yourself and baby acclimate by purposefully creating a fresh space. You don’t have to hire contractors and architects – but be ready to initiate some serious room rejuvenation!

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Making Spring Break Events Safe

Your kids are going on that spring break trip whether you like it or not (well… maybe you’re footing the bill for it and you’re letting them go). At any rate, they certainly don’t want Mom and Pop along for the ride. The best thing parents can do for their ready-to-live-it-up kids is stuff their brains full of wisdom before they hit the beaches and bars… and hope that they remember what they’ve been taught when it really counts.

Many people are unaware that Natalee Holloway and her travelmates had several chaperones on their adventure… and even that wasn’t enough to avoid such a tragedy. You can’t take precautions after the fact. Whether or not your child will have chaperones on their spring break, it’s crucial to arm your teen or college-aged student with knowledge so they can protect themselves, no matter what happens.

While you want your child to have the trip of a lifetime and enjoy themselves, there’s nothing wrong with putting a little bit of fear into them through modern representations of student trips gone wrong. Movies like Taken (Liam Neeson’s daughter is forced into the slave trade when she and a friend trust the wrong man on their trip abroad) and Hostel (three backpackers head to Slovakia for hedonistic fun… except it doesn’t turn out that way) may dramatize the worst that could possibly happen but, if nothing else, your kids will recognize the mistakes these travelers made… and refrain from making the same ones themselves.

Follow these spring break travel safety tips from experts so that you can have some peace of mind and your child can get their kicks the smart way.

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Books for Moms (First-timers and Veterans)

It’s said that mothers know just what to do for their children by instinct. Maybe so, but it doesn’t hurt to turn a page or two every now and then to see if there’s another method that can aid in stress management, bonding, and creating a happy family. This article features books written by experts in parenting and family development.

Amid the chaos of busy schedules, tight purse strings and day-to-day struggles, moms still need time to connect with their family. The books featured here offer fresh perspectives on how to create that happiness, from infancy onward. Find the must-read parenting book that’s right for you.

New moms dream of creating the ideal family and nurturing it into a thriving, happy, content unit. But everyday life can interrupt your goals and distract your focus. Whether you’re looking for a way to bond with your baby, reason with your toddler or reconnect with your spouse, these books have the solutions to family bliss.

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Baby Names with Bite

Need a cheat sheet for your reading of the Twilight Saga? Trying to figure out what to name your Renesmee-to-be? This baby name article lists all the main characters, from the humans to the werewolves to the vampires (half-vampires, nomadic vampires, the Volturi, you name it).

The worldwide popularity of Stephenie Meyer’s Twilight Saga has brought a slew of unusual names to the forefront while also reinvigorating the appreciation of names that, for one reason or another, might have dropped out of fashion. Listed below are a selection of main character names from Twilight, New Moon, Eclipse, and Breaking Dawn. Be forewarned, some of the names come with brief character descriptions – so if you haven’t read the books, there are spoilers ahead!

My only question for you is: Team Edward or Team Jacob? I think we all know what the right answer is…

Featured on BabyHold. Read the full article.

Does It Matter What a Gangster’s Credit Score Is?

No, it probably doesn’t matter what a gangster’s credit score is. They’re not exactly filling out paperwork when they need a loan for their yayo. But it is nice to know that the dialog from The Godfather, Scarface, Goodfellas, and The Departed that I’ve memorized over the years has finally come in handy. The theme of this article is hysterical – but it makes a sometimes-icky subject highly readable. And no matter what your credit score is, don’t ever underestimate the other guy’s greed. (P.S. All referenced films come highly recommend.)

Featured on MintLife.com. Read the full article.

Trouble Conceiving? Get Out of Your Head…

Conception is a touchy subject, fraught with worries about infertility. Instead of getting all flip about ways of getting pregnant, I consulted some mental health and sex experts about what’s really going on when couples are trying to up their chances of pregnancy. The main discoveries? What might be holding you back is more about what’s going on in your head than what’s going on in the bedroom. Get some realistic conception tips in this article.

When you’re purposely trying to make a baby, it takes more than just candlelight and Marvin Gaye to keep sex exciting. Attempting to conceive is just as much of an emotional and mental journey as a physical one, especially if you’ve been working at it for some time with no luck.

If sex is starting to feel like more of an obligation than a joy, it’s time to determine how to keep baby-making a pleasant, memorable experience rather than one more addition to your list of chores.

Featured on SheKnows. Read the full article.

Safe Remedies for Mothers-to-Be

Just because a woman is pregnant, that doesn’t mean the typical aches and pains go away. In fact, having a bun in the oven can create even more twinges and squeaks and troubles. But mamas-to-be have a harder time navigating the medicine cabinet. This article – featuring advice from an ob/gyn, chiropractor, yoga instructor, and natural wellness specialist – sheds light on what’s safe for mom to take when baby is in utero… and what’s not.

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Social Media – You Don’t Have to Do It All Yourself

For the Creative Class Exchange – aka, the source on how we live, work, and play – I do a lot of different things. Blog writing is one of them, though just a very small component overall. What I mostly do is manage the blog, edit and proof posts, and keep an eye on the group’s social networking adventures like Twitter and Facebook.

What’s that? You’re looking for a super-fly, multi-talented writer and editor and social media pro to help you out with your blog and all related goodies? Just give me a shout and we’ll caucus.

Financially Savvy Writing

I write a great number of feature articles about credit score, but I also write web content for credit score education expert Solomon Algazi. (And in case you’re wondering, my credit score is in fine shape, thankyouverymuch).

Here are some of the pages I wrote for the launch of his newest site:

• Homepage
• Credit Education Videos
• About FICO Scores and Credit Reports
• Credit Seminars and Other Services
• Loan Modification and Forensic Loan Audits

Boring? Hardly. If you’re at all concerned about your financial future, this information is riveting.

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Getting Busy After Baby

Getting busy got you that baby… but what’s the scoop on when you can get back to business again after the birth of your newborn? Doctors chime in on what’s safe, what’s not, surprises you can expect (some good, some not so good), and how your bedroom behaviors may be affected since baby came screaming into life.

Wherever your libido stands after giving birth, before you jump back in the sack again there are some do’s and don’ts you should familiarize yourself with so you know what to expect of postpartum sex.

TheSkinnyScoop.com, a site where moms survey other moms, asked their community the question, “How soon after your first child did you and your partner start having sex again?” 7 percent answered that they had sex again at one month, 50 percent at two months, 36 percent at three months, and 7 percent at six months or more.

Whether or not you fit into that 50 percent category, this stat brings us to our first postpartum sex “don’t.”

Don’t compare yourself to other moms…

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Helping Your Kids Through Your Divorce

As if divorce isn’t tough enough for adults, it’s even more difficult when children are involved. Find out the best ways to approach your kids about this sensitive subject, communicate with them, and help them cope.

Divorce isn’t kid stuff. It can create irrational fears in your children about safety, as well as their own happiness and yours. Depending on the ages and maturity of your children, each can react to the divorce in different ways. Some children may withdraw while others act out. It can be easy to let your own anger get the best of you when your child’s frustrating behavior seems to be taking over, but remember that their emotions are fluctuating too. Allow and encourage your kids to talk about their feelings, whether they are sad, angry, or confused.

Featured on SheKnows Geoparent. Read the full article.