Women’s Issues Archives - Page 6 of 19

10 Signs You May Be An Alcoholic

Drinking to unwind is socially acceptable as long as you don’t get embarrassingly drunk in public. Which begs the question: can you be an alcoholic even if you don't get hammered all the time? When does looking forward to Happy Hour become…

Despite Advances, Women Still Have a Long Way to Go

Life, Opinions, Ticker

Here are some facts that will make your eyes pop: In the U.S. today, 47% of the workforce is comprised of women, yet 42 million women live at or near the brink of poverty. Women are the breadwinners or co-breadwinners of nearly two thirds…

Super Bowl Sunday Survival Guide

Entertainment, Life

The Super Bowl is upon us once again. This February 2, the Denver Broncos and the Seattle Seahawks will face off at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey, and the event will be watched by more than 100 million people in the United…

25 Ways to Know You’re Over 45

Life, Opinions

I recently read a very funny article on the telling signs that you are over 40. But in my book, 40 is still close enough to 39 that it gets grandfathered (or is it grandmothered?) into the 30s. But 45? Now that’s a game changer. So here…

Are You Afraid to Be Rich? Overcoming the Stigma of Money

Dollars and Sense, Money

Maggie Cervantes took the right steps in life. She has a master’s degree, bought her first house at 36, and works at a job she loves. But like many people, she started saving for retirement later in life.“When I turned 40 I recognized…

Why Home Birth May Not Be For You

Health, Medical News

I live with my partner and our toddler son in a Brooklyn neighborhood called Park Slope which is famous—some might say infamous—for being family-friendly almost to the point of tyranny. Just look at the bossy parental behavior featured…

10 Things Women Need to Know About Immigration in 2014

Life, Opinions

You don't have to be an immigrant to care about reform. Whether you're a U.S. citizen or undocumented, the issue affects everyone — especially young American women. 1. Immigration is a women's issue. Though the media and political pundits…

Tips for Busy Moms to Find Time to Exercise

Fitness & Exercise, Health, Ticker

Exercise is a mood enhancer and an energy booster, which should be reason enough to lace up those kicks and hit the road running. Most women however, feel too tired to even think about it. When you are a multi-tasking mami it does take a…

What People Think Stay-at-Home Moms Do