In fact, Luzio shares a startling statistic: Women’s participation in the labor force is at its lowest level since 1988. “In less than one year, women have lost labor force gains that took three decades to build,” she continues. “If we don’t get women back to work faster, and appropriately, all of these factors will cause long-term impacts on the gender progress we’ve made and a slower economic recovery.” If you had to make the impossible choice to exit your career to care for your kiddos or if your job was eliminated thanks to the pandemic, remember, you can (and should!...

Eventually I told my friend and Coreology trainer, Corina Aparicio, NASM, CPT, CES, about the foot pain I was experiencing. Unlike me, she was motivated to draft a plan to alleviate my pain, and the first thing she did was hand me a lacrosse ball. After only a few days of consistently rolling out my feet with that small rubber ball, I finally began to notice relief. “A lacrosse ball is a tool used for self-myofascial release, like a foam roller,” Aparicio explains....

Before you panic, we’ve got a few tips and tricks that are sure to get stubborn stripped screws out and your home improvement project back on track. So before you further damage the screw head, take a look at the list below to find a method that works for you. Why Old Screws Always Seem to Strip Why is it that every DIY project seems to involve an untimely battle with a stripped screw that just doesn’t want to loosen?...

Rules for Removing Stains From a Wedding Dress The number one rule of stain removal is don’t make it worse. Never go with your first instinct to rub or scrub the stain on your wedding dress. Instead, if the stain comes from a liquid, use a white paper or cotton towel to blot away as much moisture as possible. For solid residue on the fabric of the dress, use the edge of a spoon, a dull knife, or a credit card to gently lift it away....

Here’s how to make your Christmas special, even if concerns about COVID-19 mean you’ll have to celebrate the holidays away from your friends and family. RELATED: How to Put Lights on a Christmas Tree Maybe Santa could even leave some of the best outdoorsy Christmas gifts of the year, such as snowshoes, skis, or sleds, at the outdoor tree, too. When gathering in person outdoors, consider keeping celebrations to the daytime hours, when it might be a little bit warmer and more comfortable to spend time outside....

Once you know how to sharpen your lawn mower blade, it’ll take you a fraction of the time it takes to mow your lawn. So, just follow this step-by-step guide to give your grass a crisp, clean cut again. Or, if you don’t want to worry about sharpening the blade, you can just remove it and bring it to a lawn mower repair service near you to take care of it....

“We know that the skin undergoes daily circadian rhythms, where specific activities occur in the morning and others in the evening. However, the night is the prime time to rest and repair the damage that occurs to the skin during the day as a result of environmental and other stressors,” says Joshua Zeichner, MD, a board-certified dermatologist in New York City. Consistent and sufficient R&R is obviously important for a healthy, glowy complexion (there’s a reason they call it beauty sleep, after all), but there are additional practices you can implement to maximize your sleeping skincare routine and help your skin reach its healthiest state....

Whatever your reason, you can use shortening as a substitute for butter in cookies or substitute butter for shortening in your baked goods. Our Better Homes & Gardens Test Kitchen has tested hundreds of recipes using these baking ingredient substitutions. Fats and oils add flavor and contribute to baked goods’ texture, but they work a bit differently. Here’s what you need to know when using butter instead of shortening when baking....

“As a mother of three young children, I am very familiar with the mad dash families go through to put dinner on the table,” Carmen Rottenberg, acting deputy under secretary for food safety at the USDA, said in a statement. “You can’t see, smell, or feel bacteria. By simply washing your hands properly, you can protect your family and prevent bacteria from contaminating your food and key areas in your kitchen....

Kelifern Pomeranz, PsyD, CST, a California-based clinical psychologist, used to work for Stanford’s Mental Health Clinic for students, and believes that this analogy doesn’t just apply to students at top-tier universities. She says 70 to 82 percent of people experience impostor syndrome at some point in their career. It’s important to note that, despite including the word “syndrome,” impostor syndrome is not recognized by the DSM-5 as an official disorder....

In a report released by the FTC called Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book, identity theft was the most reported type of theft in 2020—resulting in $3.3 billion in total fraud losses. According to an analysis by Consumer Affairs, the increase in identity theft and fraud might be due to the amount of people working from home, outside of corporate firewalls and protections. Here is a handy checklist to help protect yourself against identity theft and keep your personal and financial information safe....

Alas, static hair happens to the best of us, and no matter how often we douse our strands in potent hair masks and concentrated hair oils, escaping static electricity seems like an impossible task. In case you don’t know the reason behind this annoying styling conundrum, here’s a quick science lesson: Static electricity is created when two unlike objects rub against each other and cause electrons from one object to be transferred to the other....

“You should, of course, consider materials and silhouettes. Everything should look like they are at least cousins, share some similar design DNA. But keeping your colors consistent is the safest bet for making your space look put together.” —Emily Henderson, Emily Henderson Design —Amy Sklar, Amy Sklar Design —Taniya Nayak, Taniya Nayak Design —Erin Gates, Erin Gates Design —Tracy Morris, Tracy Morris Design “For a little more impact, start with something simple like a stripe or go for a monochromatic look in varying shades of one hue....

While you can’t totally replace water with another beverage, you can absolutely mix it up and benefit from the water content from other sources throughout the day. And there’s one drink you might be surprised to learn is quite hydrating—and you probably have some in the fridge right now: milk. That’s right, this coffee addition and cereal accompaniment is not only known for its nutritional value, but also its hydrating properties....

Plus, another surprising red wine health benefit is its ability to potentially lower the risk of dementia, a group of conditions that impact memory function (usually in older age). “Studies show that red wine consumption can reduce the risk of having dementia, which often leads to Alzheimer’s disease,” says nutritionist Sally Stevens, RDN. The key, though, is drinking red wine in moderation, as heavier consumption can actually increase the risk....

These days, however, Greek yogurt is everywhere and takes up about half the yogurt shelf, along with an increasing number of lesser-known alternative yogurts, like Icelandic Skyr and kefir. What is skyr? How is it any different from Greek yogurt? It’s confusing with all the fermented dairy options out there right now. Here’s what you need to know: What Is Greek Yogurt? Greek yogurt is essentially regular yogurt (made from milk that’s been cultured and then fermented) that’s been strained....

Not only is its swim collection currently up to 40 percent off, but J.Crew also launched a sitewide sale with every full-price and on-sale style marked down by 25 percent. That means you can save up to 46 percent off in total on certain swimwear; just apply the code SHOPSPRING at checkout before March 17 at 11:59 p.m. ET. You’ll find best-sellers and newly released swimsuits, such as this low back one-piece and these bikini bottoms for as little as $23....

Some bloggers and Redditors swear by strip washing, even posting images of how their supposedly “clean” sheets turned clear water murky brown once all of the soap scum and oil was removed. Basically, strip washing your laundry falls under the “grossly satisfying” category of cleaning tasks. So, should you try it? Can you actually be soaking your clothes for too long if you do? Here are some expert insights, adjustments you can make to your laundry routine instead, and a step-by-step guide....

I opted for the 10-piece Entry Way set, which comes with utensils, cups, and dishes for two people. Once it arrived, I was really impressed with the packaging: The entire set came in a compact cardboard box and each item was packed so securely. The cups and utensils definitely serve their purpose, but the real stars of the show are the Leeway Dishes—a ceramic bowl-plate combo that turned out to be the only type of dish I need....

One set I’ve been living in the past few months is the Lezat loungewear joggers and pullovers, which are as silky soft as cashmere. Lezat, a Los Angeles-based clothing company, designs sustainable, easy-to-wear, and effortlessly stylish pieces that are not only affordable but can easily find a home in any wardrobe. To buy: $36 (was $45); shoplezat.com. My go-to is the Jessie Brushed lounge set, which is buttery soft and breathable thanks to its recycled poly fabric....