Author name: Connie Stokes

Connie Stokes is a freelance writer and editor who has been working in the publishing industry for more than 11 year. She has written for lifestyle, books, sports, education, and tech publications, as well as websites and blogs. She enjoys writing about everything from celebrity culture to parenting issues to the latest gadget trends.

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Why experts say you should stop bathing your newborn in the kitchen sink

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Bathing your newborn in the kitchen sink might look adorable—and yes, it’s a favorite for social media snaps—but experts say it’s time to rethink this trend. While it may seem convenient and cozy, pediatricians are warning that kitchen sink baths come with hidden health and safety risks. In a now-viral TikTok video with over 1.2 million views, […]

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Convertible high chair sold on Amazon recalled over infant sleep safety hazard

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As parents, we love a good shortcut—especially when it saves space, money, and sanity. Multi-use baby gear can feel like a game-changer… until a serious safety issue comes to light. A recent high chair recall is shedding light on the hidden risks of products that try to do too much. On April 3, 2025, the

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Convertible high chair sold on Amazon recalled over infant sleep safety hazard

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As parents, we love a good shortcut—especially when it saves space, money, and sanity. Multi-use baby gear can feel like a game-changer… until a serious safety issue comes to light. A recent high chair recall is shedding light on the hidden risks of products that try to do too much. On April 3, 2025, the

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A Sydney Outdoor Space Inspired by California Modernism

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Situated high above Newport Beach in Sydney, Australia, LA Cool is a outdoor living space that completes the original vision of Newport House, a 2015 project by Carter Williamson Architects. This addition transforms the property into a seamless blend of indoor and outdoor luxury, creating an environment that feels equally inviting throughout all seasons. Designed

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Amid Trump Cuts, NOAA Halts Upkeep of Critical Weather Satellites

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CLIMATEWIRE | NOAA has begun to limit the work it devotes to maintaining a pair of polar weather satellites — putting at risk the accuracy of both weather forecasts and extreme storm predictions, say former agency officials. The move, outlined in a memo obtained exclusively by POLITICO’s E&E News, calls on the agency to take

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Longchamp Marks a New Chapter With Furniture by Pierre Renart

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Once a maker of leather-covered pipes, now a coveted global fashion house, Longchamp has never once lost its mastery of craft. In its latest chapter, the French brand has teamed up with celebrated designer Pierre Renart to make its first foray into furniture, where supple leather and sculpted wood come together as one. The collection

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Chess-inspired Kish o Mat Ceramics Characterize the Ancient Game

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As one of the oldest games, chess has enchanted generations of players for thousands of years. Said to be a concoction of multiple different games of the time, chaturanga (an Indian precursor) was said to have two essential features found in all later chess variations – different pieces having different powers, and victory depending on

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Bang & Olufsen Unveils Sculptural Beosound Speaker Made of Stone

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Milan Design Week is upon us. Among a seemingly endless list of new and re-editioned products launching during the massive, city-wide event – the largest of its kind by far – is a slew of fresh concepts borne out of seemingly unexpected partnerships. Prestigious fashion houses cross-pollinate with edgy outdoor furniture brands and multivalent artists

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Why Loungewear Doesn’t Cut It in Europe (And What to Wear Instead)

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We may receive a portion of sales if you purchase a product through a link in this article. As an American, traveling to Europe is nothing short of a revelation. While we may marvel at New England buildings and landmarks that date back to the early 1600s, European architecture and history transports us to what

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“We’ve lived five lives and eaten four snacks”—mom questions why kids’ play spaces open so late

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One mom’s viral TikTok is speaking the unspoken truth of early-rising parents everywhere, and we’re slow-clapping through our coffee-induced jitters. Related: Mom wears her baby to the grocery store—and finds herself at the center of an unexpected social experiment The 5 AM wake-up call TikToker @realronsina recently took to the platform with a passionate plea

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