US citizens emit more greenhouse gases than any other large country—according to the EPA, in recent years, US greenhouse gas emissions totaled 5,222 million metric tons of carbon dioxide annually. With a population of just over 330 million people, that means there are about 16 metric tons emitted per person in the US. We bring …
PSA: You don’t need a higher education or an MFA to become a great writer. Truth be told, you don’t need any form of classes—only your paper and pen—to get started on the next bestselling novel. Curriculum and instruction can help though, especially when you find yourself stuck in a writing rut or eager to …
Lifestyle websites try to cover everything for everyone, but as women, femme and non-binary people, we’re multi-layered with unique needs and interests—and we deserve media that recognizes our interests. We follow these 9 websites that are as resourceful as they are empowering and uplifting—covering everything from personal finance to mindful meditation. Check out our favorite newsletters …
Matcha has been having a serious moment. First introduced in Japan in the 1100s by a Chinese Zen Buddhist monk, it’s now become a popular powdered green tea beloved by millions around the globe. Matcha comes from the terms “matsu” (to rub) and “cha” (tea), and has a deliciously nutty, grassy taste. It’s often turned to as a …
When it’s time to feed your little one, getting undressed should be the least of your concerns, especially when you’re breastfeeding multiple times a day. That’s why we love nursing bras—for comfort and ease, and for making feeding, well, more accessible! While conventional nursing and breastfeeding bras are often made with harmful chemicals or dangerous …
Over the last few years, we’ve seen a boom in loungewear, transforming the embarrassing sweats we secretly wore around the house into chic sets of functional and comfortable designs. House shoes have also come a long way from the days of the clumsy bunny slippers we used to shuffle around the house in. Now we …
As last winter tipped into spring, my husband and I prepared to become a family of four. Our second daughter was about to be born, and I braced myself for the impending postpartum season. It might be brutal, but I’d done it before and was confident I could do it again. I was prepared for …
KEY TAKEAWAYS Parachute is a Venice, California-based home goods brand that sells sustainably made linens like sheets, towels, and loungewear. Their bedding comes in stylish colors and materials like linen, percale, brushed cotton, sateen, and organic cotton. I tried the percale sheets—they were cool and crisp with a lightweight feel. They held up well in …
Thrift shopping is having a moment. More and more people are giving pre-loved clothing a second chance at life and for a good reason. Not only can great quality pieces be found for too-good-to-be-true prices, but by buying secondhand, we’re keeping still-wearable garments out of the landfill. Plus, who doesn’t love a good thrift shop …
What’s better than throwing it back while practicing sustainable and eco-friendly shopping? When we go vintage, we’re helping to reclaim and upcycle clothes that might otherwise end up in landfills. You know what they say: One person’s trash is another person’s treasure, and in this case, you might find a closet full of vintage gems …