Aug 14, 2026 · 3 min listen · Last updated August 14, 2026
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school lunch ideas, crockpot recipes, and a Tonies board game?!
Hey, Everymoms! Well, we’ve officially hit mid-August and I feel like I have nothing to wear. Every year I reach this point (you know the one) where everything in my summer wardrobe is just no longer cutting it and I’m yearning for fresh ‘fits. Thankfully, our fashion editor, Alina, is on the case and her new article with summer-to-fall outfit inspo is everything I need. And if you’re looking for even more ideas to refresh your closet, our fall capsule wardrobe (my favorite one of the year!) is here and omg I want EVERYTHING 👀.
Huttopia, Intrusive Thoughts, Abs & Booty Workout + More
I’m still buzzing from our quick escape to Huttopia in the White Mountains—lake paddling, fishing, and swimming with the kids made it feel like a tiny, elevated campsite that’s perfect for a family reset.
I’ve been thinking a lot about schedules lately; the kids need regular bedtimes and I’m eager to slip back into early‑morning workouts, so the routine feels steadier again.
A key thing I wanted to share: research shows over 95 % of new mothers experience brief, unwanted thoughts of accidental baby harm, and about half have fleeting thoughts of intentional harm. These peak around 5–8 weeks postpartum and usually fade by six months, so they’re common and not a sign of danger.
A recent longitudinal study of more than 5,000 Italian students found that kids who opened social‑media accounts in middle school performed lower on reading, English, and math tests than peers who waited until high school, likely because phones intruded on homework and sleep. The link isn’t proof of causation, but it aligns with other work on heavy social‑media use and academic outcomes.
Turn on HBO or HBO Max, and you’re bound to find shows that are edgy, cinematic and deeply compelling. You’ll also find many shows, HBO/Max Original or otherwise, that are plenty Jewish. There are adaptions of Phillip Roth novels, riveting medical dramas, incisive political satire and Y2K teen romance dramedies. These series either depict or riff on Jewish life, are full of Jewish characters and themes and/or bear the influence of Jewish icons. Read on for the most Jewish shows you can stream on HBO Max.
We revisit things like chores, bedtimes, and screen time to see if they still work for us as we get older. This meeting helps us discuss and decide as a team, making it a great way to involve everyone in the process.
The key to making this work is embracing the novelty of a fancy, formal meeting. We send out a graphic invitation, complete with a worksheet and agenda, and even offer snacks. It's a bit cheesy, but it gets everyone excited and engaged.
Before the meeting, we do some prep work. I send out a text with the invitation and ask everyone to RSVP, which helps get the fun started. We also review the agenda and worksheet beforehand to make sure everyone knows what to expect.
During the meeting, we start by going over the agenda and discussing each item. We use the worksheet to keep track of our decisions and make sure we cover everything. This helps us stay organized and ensure that everyone is on the same page.
The meeting is a great opportunity for us to reflect on the past year and think about how we can improve moving forward. It's also a chance for everyone to share their thoughts and ideas, which helps us create a more collaborative and inclusive environment.
The piece is a product‑focused recipe, not a study. It promotes a “beauty smoothie” that mixes fruit with Vimergy’s Micro‑C and L‑lysine, claiming they boost collagen, keratin and elastin for skin elasticity, hair growth, and nail strength. No clinical trial or meta‑analysis is cited—just marketing language. The ingredients are antioxidant‑rich fruits and a plant‑based protein powder, which can support overall nutrition, but the specific claim that the blend directly enhances those beauty proteins isn’t backed by independent research. If you enjoy the flavors, it’s a wholesome snack; expect modest, not dramatic, effects on skin, hair, or nails.