Lovely and a lil’ lop-sided. Demure and adorable. Sensitive and supple. These might be the words that first come to mind when I think of my vulva. But given how prone I am to yeast infections and bacterial vaginosis, finicky also deserves a place on my downstairs descriptor list. No shade to my snatch intended—as a Cancer rising I know all about what...

Melissa Ben-Ishay is a mom, baker, businesswoman, and New York Times-bestselling author. If you’re unfamiliar with her name, you probably know about her sweet treat business—Baked by Melissa. Her signature mini cupcakes can be devoured in one bite, with dozens of delicious flavors to choose from. Here, the 40-year-old walks us through her favorite...

When it comes to a solid abs workout, simplicity can go a long way. With just a mat, your body, and a can-do attitude, you can fire up your midsection, working practically every muscle in your core—with scissor kicks. You lie on your back, brace your core, and lift and lower your legs. (Your gams look like a pair of scissors opening and closing, hence...

I’ll be the first to admit it: Cooking has never been my strong suit. I used to joke that my favorite kitchen appliance was my phone—because, let’s be real, hitting the delivery button after a long day is just too easy (love you, Chipotle). But as the costs started piling up, I knew something had to change. My mom—an amazing home cook whose kitchen...

If you have ear piercings (whether one or a bunch), you’re probably familiar with those teeny, clear, silicone earring backs that come with a new set of earrings. They’re super clutch for me when you lose one of your regular metal flatbacks and need to secure your studs. However, according to a recent TikTok PSA that’s starting to go viral, those clear...

The family of TikTok influencer Taylor Rousseau Grigg is sharing more about the health complications that led to the 25-year-old’s death last week. Grigg, a lifestyle content creator with more than 1 million followers on TikTok and several hundred thousand on Instagram, had opened up about her health challenges in a TikTok reel in August. Grigg said...