A new series intended to support you throughout February by offering practices to help cultivate a deeper love: self&#x2d;love

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<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Allison McDonald Ace is a YA Certified Yin &amp; 200 HR Vinyasa &amp; Hatha Yoga instructor, published author and expressive writing workshop facilitator. She is passionate about turning her own healing practices and experiences into offerings to help others on their journey. </span></p>

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If you're a tired mom like me looking to drop a step from your makeup routine, here's what you need to know about lash lifts and lash extensions.

I tried lash extensions and a last lift and tint—here's what happened

I tried three types of lash treatments—here's what happened

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We cover everything from makeup, fashion, and skincare to funky room decor ideas for kids.

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Waiting two weeks to take a pregnancy test can feel like torture, especially if you’ve been disappointed. Here’s how to distract yourself during the TWW.

10 ways to distract yourself during the TWW (two-week wait)

Waiting the two weeks until you can take a pregnancy test can feel like torture—especially if you’ve been disappointed before. Here are some fun ways to distract yourself.

10 ways to distract yourself during the two-week wait

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Find out what you need to know about trying to conceive: everything from tips on getting pregnant to the early symptoms and signs of pregnancy.

Getting pregnant

Everything you need to know about getting pregnant, including early signs and symptoms, tips on how to conceive faster, and how to cope with infertility.

Trying to conceive

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There's nothing like quality time with your family. We’ve got fun ideas for indoor games, camping and travel tips, holiday crafts, and everything in between.

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Self-Care Sunday with Allison: The Mind

Self-Care Sunday with Allison: The Body

I tried three types of lash treatments—here's what happened

10 ways to distract yourself during the two-week wait

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