Last Minute New Year’s Getaways

Bella Breakdown It’s not too late to plan a last minute trip to ring in the New Year. Whether you’re looking for a cozy getaway with your partner, or want to party it up with the girls, there’s a destination that’s right for you. So forget Times Square – trust me, you don’t even need to do it once – and opt for something a little more unique this year. Zion National Park This year, REI is hosting a six-day New Year’s adventure in Zion and Bryce Canyon National Parks. Celebrating Utah’s soaring vistas, hiking the rustic trails and...

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Getting Through The Holidays With A Newborn Baby

Bella Breakdown I had my son, who is now 3, in early November. He was barely a month old during Thanksgiving, and not quite two months old when Christmas came around. I was definitely exhausted through the majority of those months. The family and friend visits felt never ending, and it was almost awkward trying to handle being a new mom and also participate in holiday festivities. If you have a newborn baby during this time, don’t fret, here are a few tips on how to handle your new born and enjoy all of the holidays: 1. Be on...

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Tips For Starting 2018 Off With A Bang

Bella Breakdown 2018 has arrived and with that comes the opportunity for a fresh start. If making a New Year’s resolution is something you are doing to help make positive changes in your life, there are ways to help you succeed. No matter what your resolution is, sticking with it past February is often the challenge many people face. Whether you are trying to lose weight, quit smoking, or declutter your home, here are some ways that you can achieve your goal without giving up. Find a way to make yourself be accountable. For many of us, having some...

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This Purse That Holds Two Bottles Of Wine Is The Epitome Of The Gift That Keeps On Giving

Bella Breakdown Wait…a purse that can fit two bottles of wine IN IT exists? And you still don’t have one yet? It’s time to reprioritize. With the holidays around the abrupt corner, this is one of those gifts that you may need to buy for your best friend….then decide to keep it for yourself. Forewarning…the PortoVino purse will change the game for you. The only disappointing thing about a nice bottle of wine is it’s apparently not socially acceptable to carry around while at the grocery store, or the movies, or at your nephew’s bar mitzvah (okay, so it...

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9 Simple Resolutions That Could Change Your Life

Bella Breakdown Struggling to figure out what your New Year’s Resolution is going to be? Can’t decide which habit to kick, or which habit to adopt? Maybe you didn’t stick to last year’s resolution…but that’s quite alright, because 2018 is almost here! We have a pretty simple list of suggestions of possible resolutions that could be life changing! Nothing major, just a few small changes that could yield some big results for you in the coming year. 1. Make an effort to get out and walk more. 2. Try something new every week. 3. Clean and get organized. 4....

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