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  • When Baby Comes Before Happily Ever After

    There’s no daddy in this picture. But that doesn’t mean that Laurie Sandell and her son are going it alone. How one woman survived extreme fatigue and existential midnight ruminations, thanks to her dedicated—and touchingly robust—support system.

  • Basic First Aid for 9 Common Injuries

    What do you get when you combine the great outdoors, sunny skies, and free time? Fun, for sure. But also cuts, scrapes, sprains, or worse. Here, your ultimate guide to managing the most common medical mishaps that come along with summer.

  • How to Make Your Hair and Makeup Last All Day

    A thing of beauty should be a joy forever—or at least until five o’clock. Here’s how to stretch the life of your makeup, hair, manicure, perfume—and more.

  • 8 Beauty Mistakes You're Probably Making (and How to Fix Them)

    Look and feel your best with these easy ways to head off everyday beauty blunders.

  • 8 Smart Cleaning Techniques

    If you want to do the big jobs less often, it's time to go small-and smart.

  • Quick and Clever Halloween Costume Ideas

    By Allison Chesky Skip the costume-in-a-bag: Invest in an item you can use even after October 31.

  • 15-Minute Meals

    Short on time? These main-course recipes will have you eating dinner in just 15 minutes or less.

  • The Secret to Perfect Makeup

    Think you've got your makeup routine down to a science? Maybe-but these easy makeup artist tips may actually improve it.

  • My Friend is Constantly Sending Me Texts. Is There Such a Thing as Texting Etiquette?

    Real Simple's etiquette expert weighs in.

  • Easy Doughnuts Recipe

    Celebrate National Doughnut Day with these easy homemade doughnuts.

  • The Best Advice from Mom

    Real Simple staffers share the can't-miss advice we've learned from our own moms.Originally appeared on RealSimple.com.Marty Munson: When my sister was picking out her wedding china, my mom encouraged me to select mine, too, even though I wasn't even dating anyone at the time. When she bought me a number of settings, she said, "You don't have to be married to have nice things." (BTW, I still love my china and use it all the time.)More on RealSimple. ...

  • 10 Eye Health Tips to Protect Your Vision

    Expert advice that will help you see clearly for years to come. Plus, common questions about eye health.

  • How to Handle Temper Tantrums

    Unfortunately people don’t grow out of temper tantrums the way they do shoes or car seats. Here’s how to defuse a fit of rage, whether the person throwing it is 5 or 45.

  • How to Be More Patient

    Saint Augustine claimed that patience is the companion of wisdom. Increase your store of both virtues by following this advice from a truck driver, a world traveler, and others who know a thing or two about serenity-threatening situations.

  • 11 Great Shoes for Spring

    Get in step with the season's trends with stylish (and comfortable) spring flats.

  • 4 Common Prescription Medication Mistakes

    Are you one of the millions of Americans who make dangerous mistakes with their medications? You can avoid that bitter pill with these simple strategies.

  • Ale-Braised Corned Beef, Brussels Sprouts, and Carrots

    Serves 4| Hands-On Time: 15m | Total Time: 8hr 00mFind more St. Patrick's Day recipes on RealSimple.com.Ingredients1 3-pound piece corned beef brisket (with spice packet, if included)1 pound carrots, peeled and cut into 3-inch lengths1 12-ounce bottle amber ale3/4 pound Brussels sprouts1/2 cup sour cream2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragonTo view the original recipe, click here.Directions1. In a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker, place the beef, the contents of the spice packet (if included), carrots, and ale.2. ...

  • How to Make the Perfect Cup of Coffee

    It’s the best part of waking up, but there are a million ways to brew it. Here, 2012 U.S. Barista Champion Katie Carguilo, from Counter Culture Coffee’s training center, in New York City, spills the beans on her choice method.

  • What Do You Know About Love that You Wish You Had Known Earlier?

    When it comes to amore, we all have our coulda, woulda, shouldas. But maybe it’s possible to have one or two fewer. This month readers share their hard-earned wisdom and advice— to save others from future heartache.

  • How to Avoid Holiday Family Fights

    Tis the season for...family fights? Learn how to manage 15 classic difficult family personalities.