Shay Mitchell Shares Her Secrets For Flawless Skin
Bella Breakdown Fans of the cult series, Pretty Little Liars, watch the show with awe for a variety of reasons. One, the drama. Teenage schemes, secrets and sexy encounters are enough to make you drool with your eyes glued to the television. And let’s be real, it makes us grateful that our own lives aren’t quite that interesting. Two, the fashion. These girls are our adolescent idols, and while we were all wearing Forever 21 until age 18, these fashionistas are pulling couture out of their backpacks like nobody’s business. Three, the eye candy. The clothes, the men, the...
These Women Want You to Know That Having a C-Section Doesn’t Mean You Failed at Giving Birth
Bella Breakdown Trust us, there’s no “right” way to give birth. Many women who give birth via C-section feel that they have failed in some way because they did not have the full experience of giving birth. Many words that women use to describe their feelings post C-section are ashamed, let down and disappointed. Some people feel there are bragging rights for describing how many hours you’re in labor, how many hours you pushed for and how it all happened. However, there are no prizes for being a superwoman in the delivery room. All that matters is that you...
8 Amazing Women in Art
Bella Breakdown Female artists have long been pioneers in the field, but their work is sometimes undervalued and overlooked. Take a look at eight of the greatest women artists. These women are proof that art knows no gender. Georgia O’ Keeffe – the iconic American painter is known for her contributions in modern art. Harriet Powers – a former slave, Powers became one of the best known African-American quilt makers. Frida Kahlo – the Mexican painter is best known for her self-portraits and explored issues like identity, race, and gender in her work. Beatrix Potter – the London-born writer...
The Real Cost of a Breakup
Bella Breakdown The worst part of a break up? Not being able to go halfsies on the Netflix bill anymore. In addition to the emotional toll of breaking up with your significant other, there is the major financial impact as well. Firstly, if you live together, you have to hire movers to move your things out, plus fork out a whole bunch of cash for the expense of leasing a new place (think first and last month’s rent plus security deposit). Additionally, shared expenses, such as groceries and other daily items are all on you now. If you used...
9 Ways to Bounce Back After a Bad Night’s Sleep
Bella Breakdown Had a rough night of sleep? Here’s how to bounce back and face the day. 1. Eat Right Away Sleep deprivation can affect your hunger signals, making it hard to keep cravings in check. Eating protein at breakfast will give you energy throughout the day. 2. Get Some Sun Bright light helps to wake you up. Try stepping outdoors or turning on the lights if you are feeling groggy. 3. Get Moving Exercise is a great way to jumpstart your day. Even a few stretches or jumping jacks will help get your blood pumping and clear away...
