Pillow Sleep Tracker • April 5th, 2024

Teen Sleep and Mental Health: Exploring the Connection

It's not uncommon for teens to stay up late scrolling through social media or talking to their friends. This leaves many teens struggling to get out of bed in the morning. Teens need 8 to 10 hours of sleep a night. However, more than 72 percent of high school students don’t get enough sleep.

Pillow Sleep Tracker • April 5th, 2024

What Are Common Types of Parasomnias Affecting Sleep Quality?

Parasomnias are disorders that disrupt sleep. These disorders involve unusual or strange behaviors or perceptions that occur while a person is sleeping. Examples include shouting, moving around, talking, or eating. Some parasomnias, such as sleepwalking and night terrors, can be dangerous and can cause a person to get hurt.

Pillow Sleep Tracker • March 19th, 2024

Are Sleep Disorders Related to Migraines?

Do you have migraines on a regular basis? Migraines are very common — affecting up to 80 million Americans, according to experts. These debilitating painful headaches — sometimes accompanied by visual disturbances and nausea, can make you want to crawl into bed and stay there all day.

Pillow Sleep Tracker • March 19th, 2024

The Vicious Cycle: How Stress and Anxiety Affect Your Sleep

Do you have a lot of anxiety and stress? Has it been affecting your sleep? If you are feeling anxious, then you’ll probably have trouble falling and staying asleep. You might also experience poor, disrupted sleep.

HPV Hub, LLC • October 4th, 2023

How to Maintain a Positive Mindset If Diagnosed With an HPV Infection

HPV doesn’t have to spell the END of your confidence. While care providers focus on HPV treatment and management, it’s also important to consider how an HPV diagnosis can impact your mental health. The truth is that you’re not alone if you’ve been diagnosed with HPV.

MSN • April 28th, 2024

What To Know Before Buying A Zero-Turn Lawn Mower

Are you considering buying a new lawnmower? If you've been shopping for lawnmowers, you have many options available from lawn tractors to stand-behind mowers.

MSN • April 28th, 2024

Prevent Weeds From Taking Over By Planting This Fragrant Ground Cover

Ground covers look gorgeous and help keep weeds out. Creeping thyme (Thymus serpyllum) is a great ground cover choice for weed suppression in an ornamental garden or turf alternative.

MSN • April 28th, 2024

Protect Garden Berries From Hungry Birds With An Unexpected Item You Already Own

Do you plan to plant garden berries this spring? Looking forward to delicious berry pies? If you want a decent harvest, then you'll need to protect your berries from hungry birds. Unless you use a deterrent, you can count on birds eating your blueberries, cherries, raspberries, strawberries, and blackberries. These creatures will strip your plants bare, leaving you with few to no berries.

MSN • April 28th, 2024

Here's When To Think About Cutting Down Those Trees Hanging Over Your House

Have you recently moved into a new home with a large tree right up to the side of your house? Although the tree might be beautiful and provide shade, having a large tree too close to your home can pose many problems — from pests to the risk of branches falling on and damaging your house or family. The potential risks may be great enough that you may need to cut down the tree.

House Digest • February 24th, 2024

This Cutting Board Storage Solution Has The Internet Divided

This Cutting Board Storage Solution Has The Internet Divided You can avoid clutter and chaos in the kitchen by organizing items like your cutting boards. Ensuring that your cutting boards have a designated space can keep your kitchen more tidy and make baking and cooking more enjoyable.

House Digest • February 15th, 2024

Here's Why Your Thermostat Stopped Working

You wake up in the morning and it's ice cold or unbearably hot, so you take a look at your thermostat and it's not working. When it comes to heating and cooling your home, your thermostat is arguably the most important component of your HVAC system. This is because, if it stops working, your system won't turn on. While this isn't a huge problem when the weather is comfortable outside, if the temperature has been extremely low or if there has been a heat wave, you'll want to get it working again

MSN • March 6th, 2024

The Window Decor Tip That Will Make Your Bathroom Feel More Open

our bathroom is where you wind down and relax, so this space should be an elegant and restful spa-like retreat, and the last thing that you want is to feel cramped and uncomfortable.

MSN • March 6th, 2024

Don't Throw Out Your Plastic Takeout Containers When You Can Do This Instead

Do you purchase food containers that are specifically made to be used with leftovers? You can save money, help the environment, and cut down on the amount of space Tupperware products take up in your cabinets by reusing takeout containers.

House Digest • February 19th, 2024

TikTok's Money-Saving Advice For Starting A Garden On A Budget

Gardens are a great way to improve your home's curb appeal. Not only does a garden add value to your home, but gardening can also benefit your mental and physical health. However, the problem is that preparing to grow plants in your yard can be quite expensive. The cost to build a garden from scratch will vary depending on the plants chosen, the tools and materials used, the length of your growing season, and the size of the garden. Most people desire to start with a raised bed, which can cost u

House Digest • February 18th, 2024

The Clever Reason You Should Keep A Cup Of Baking Soda In Your Home Office

The Clever Reason You Should Keep A Cup Of Baking Soda In Your Home Office

Strong smells from the kitchen and other areas of your home can permeate your home office, making it hard to concentrate. Bad stenches can also impact your work in other ways, as they can affect stress levels, mood, and anxiety. In comparison, having a fresh-smelling office can do wonders for your work day. Research has suggested that working in a high-quality indoor environment with a fresh scent boosts productivity and

House Digest • February 17th, 2024

What Is Crawl Space Encapsulation And Is It Smart To DIY?

What Is Crawl Space Encapsulation And Is It Smart To DIY?

Does your home have a crawl space? If so, you'll want to know about crawl space encapsulation. A crawl space is a hollow, unfinished area beneath some homes that is used to conceal electrical wiring, plumbing, and ductwork. These areas are an alternative to a basement and are usually less than 3 feet high. Crawl spaces offer easy access to plumbing, cooling, and other important systems in a home, so they can be beneficial during inspecti

House Digest • February 17th, 2024

The Feature In Older Homes That Could Cause Serious Plumbing Issues

The Feature In Older Homes That Could Cause Serious Plumbing Issues Many people love historic houses, and for good reason — they often have unique architectural details, charming features, and a quirkiness that's often absent in newer homes. These houses also often have a lot of potential for remodels or upgrades that still preserve the original look of the building. Older homes are also popular because they can be cheaper and offer a path to homeownership for people who might not be able to aff

House Digest • February 16th, 2024

How To Save Money On Incredible Estate Sale Finds

How To Save Money On Incredible Estate Sale Finds

Do you love shopping secondhand but are bored with flea markets? Want something fun and interesting to do? You could check out an estate sale! These sales offer the opportunity to get great deals on unique items. An estate sale is a method of selling all or some of a person's belongings and it usually takes place after a person passes away. Sometimes, estate sales happen when someone downsizes their home or leaves their belongings behind. They a

House Digest • February 16th, 2024

Fabrics That Are Most Likely To Shrink In The Laundry (And How To Prevent It)

Fabrics That Are Most Likely To Shrink In The Laundry (And How To Prevent It) Have you ever taken your clothes out of the dryer and found that they were half the size they used to be? Accidentally shrinking clothes is one of the most common mistakes that one can make while doing laundry. It's the worst feeling to know that you have damaged your favorite sweater or pair of jeans. Garments can shrink even if you do everything right, as the process of washing and drying your clothing naturally resu

House Digest • February 15th, 2024

How To Reseal Drafty Windows To Keep Your Home Warm On Cold Winter Nights

How To Reseal Drafty Windows To Keep Your Home Warm On Cold Winter Nights We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When it turns cold outside, it's not uncommon to find cold drafts coming from your windows, especially if they are older. Drafty windows make your living space uncomfortable. Beyond this, drafty windows also cause other issues, like skyrocketing energy bills. Cold winter air seeping in through windows also makes it harder to heat your home and places undue stress on