Open Your Heart: 10 Heart-Opening Stretches


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Heart-Opening Yoga Stretches

I can hear Madonna in my head singing "Open Your Heart," and in my mind's eye see her doing her yoga moves on stage. Why not celebrate Valentine's Day and American Heart Month with a little bit of yogic love? Physically stretching the muscles in your chest, shoulders, and belly can create a deep emotional release helping you to appreciate and honor of yourself and your loved ones. These poses Read more

Love-Filled Quotes From Sci-Fi Romantics


Updated 02/03/12 7:47 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Romantic Love Science-Fiction Character Lines

Ah, love. Whether it's found on board an intergalactic spaceship, while running from a zombie invasion, or amid a battle of good vs. evil, love can be discovered in any science-fiction scenario. We've pulled together a sampling of our favorite sci-fi character quotes on L-O-V-E in time for Valentine's Day. Now, this list is in no way exhaustive: we want to hear what your favorite lines about Read more

February Must Haves


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Fun Valentine's Day Ideas and Home Decor For February

February has a reputation as a bit of a dreary month, what with the melting snow, short days, and seemingly endless Winter. Luckily, we have plenty of ideas for countering the gloom. From fun letterpress Valentine's Day cards to colorful hotel rooms and great new home decor pieces, see what catches your eye in this month's must haves. Read more

Snuggle Up With 10 Lovable Valentine's Day Onesies


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Valentine's Day Onesies

Love the one you're with! Prebaby, Valentine's day might have meant a long, romantic candlelit dinner followed by an even longer, romantic, candlelit night. Once a lil one is on the scene, the holiday — like everything else in life — shifts its focus from couple to family. With your lil one dressed in one of these adorable heart-themed onesies, you won't miss your prebaby celebration for a Read more

All You Need is Love: 10 Adorable Valentine's Day Finds from Etsy


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Valentine's Day Kids Etsy Gifts

Love is in the air! Some parents object to Valentine's Day on the grounds that it's a "Hallmark Holiday," an artificially manufactured creation in pursuit of the almighty dollar. Yet, no one wants their lil one to miss out on all the fun or feel left out at school. Stick to your anticommercial ethos while holding on to the joy of the holiday by shopping at Etsy and supporting individual artists. Read more

10 Supersweet Valentine's Day Treats For Kids — and Mama, Too!


Updated 01/24/12 8:18 PM · Posted by · 3 comments

Cute Valentine's Day Sweets For Kids

Well, hello there, Cupid! Valentine's Day takes on a whole new meaning once a woman becomes a mom. Sure, it's still fun to plan a little romantic something for the hubs — but a man can't really appreciate the beauty of heart-shaped or Valentine-inspired desserts like a kid can. Click through to check out these 10 sweet Valentine's Day treats for mama to share with her special little someone Read more