Maria McCallen

Editor

Peloton’s Robin Arzón tells us if that’s really enough exercise.

Is My Daily Hot Girl Walk Enough of a Workout?

You don’t need to feel guilty for enjoying time at home. But sometimes being a homebody can be a sign of poor mental health. A psychotherapist explains the pros and cons of staying in.

The Upside of Being a Homebody

No one wants to get a colonoscopy. But it’s a crucial, often life-saving tool.

The Right Time to Get a Colonoscopy

Brain fog is different for everyone, but you know it when you feel it. So when is it normal, and when should you see a doctor? We asked a neuropsychologist.

When You Should — and Shouldn’t — Worry About Brain Fog

How to Have ‘The Talk’ With Your Partner About Kids

If “watch me get addicted to filler” videos have dominated your FYP, we’re here to tell you if you can really get hooked on tweakments. And if so, how to stop.

Why Some People Get "Addicted" to Botox and Filler

Climbing stairs never seems to get easier, and there are a few reasons for that — some that you may want to run past your doctor.

It's Not Just You — Climbing Stairs Leaves Us All Breathless

You can probably stop googling 'Do I have cancer?' now.

The Truth About the Rise of Cancer in People Under 50

We all want our tap water to be contaminant-free. But do those water filter pitchers actually work? We asked an expert to find out.

Do You *Really* Need That Water Filter In Your Fridge?

Just like our families, family estrangement is complicated. So we asked therapist and best-selling author Nedra Tawwab what to consider if you’re considering it.

What Everyone Gets Wrong About Family Estrangement

It’s called hourglass syndrome, and it’s part of the fallout from growing up in the early-2000s diet culture that we’re still trying to shake.

Why Are We Still Sucking In Our Stomachs Like We're 13?

Read that headline again. Here’s what to do to get out of your sex rut and start having more pleasure.

You Don’t Have to Keep Having Bad Sex

Bad sex is out, and communicating your needs is in. Here’s exactly what to say to get what you want in bed. 

Exactly What To Say To Get What You Want in Bed

Grinding or clenching your teeth could do a lot of damage — even if you don’t know you’re doing it. A periodontist explains why it happens and how to stop.

80% of Teeth Grinders Don’t Even Know They Do It — How To Stop

No one wants to feel unfulfilled in life. Here’s how to course-correct and find happiness.

How To Stop Feeling So ‘Meh’ About Life

Welcome to adulthood: Where we can’t enjoy a glass of wine without a side of heartburn. If you want to reduce acid reflux without antacids, one expert explains how.

A Natural Way to Help Prevent Heartburn Is Probably in Your Pantry

Maybe your therapist isn’t a great fit. Or maybe you’re ready to pause your sessions for a while. If you’re not sure what to say, we’ve got you.

Exactly What to Say to Break Up With Your Therapist

If you think cholesterol is a “future you” problem, think again. Here’s why — and how to keep your cholesterol levels in check now.

Your Cholesterol Levels Matter, No Matter Your Age. Here's How To Keep Them Healthy.

Should you shampoo before or after washing your body? And when's the right time to exfoliate? An expert explains the correct shower steps, and why they matter for your skin.

What’s the Correct Shower Routine? We Asked A Dermatologist

It’s all too common to be dismissed in the doctor’s office: More than half of millennial women have experienced medical gaslighting. Here’s how you can take back control of your care. 

Is Your Doctor Gaslighting You? Here’s How To Know — And Address It

From your first pregnancy appointment to postpartum check-ups, two OB-GYNs break down what you can expect from each appointment. 

The Only Pregnancy Appointments Timeline You Need

Two friendship experts break down how to know when it’s time to call it quits on a friendship, and how to have the conversation.

Trying to Break Up With A Friend? Here's What To Say

A registered dietician explains what the supplement is — and whether it’s safe to use for weight loss.

What Is Berberine? And Why Is the Internet Calling It “Nature’s Ozempic”?

Time to crack the case on knuckle-cracking.

Does Cracking Your Knuckles Cause Arthritis? The Answer Isn't So Simple

Why do we have to go to the bathroom so much on our periods? And why does it hurt? We’ve got answers.

Your Questions About Period Poop, Answered

 Our writer tried using ChatGPT to write a resume. Here are her tips for maximizing the AI resume builder — including prompts to ask ChatGPT.

How Do I Use ChatGPT to Write a Resume?

The word 'divorce' may not elicit the most positive image. We asked an expert whether sleep divorce could come with benefits for couples and individuals.

Could You and Your Partner Benefit from a Sleep Divorce?

Plus, what actually causes under-eye bags and puffiness.

We Asked The Experts: Do Under-Eye Patches Really Work?

You may want to hold off on buying all those syrups and powders.

What The Latest #WaterTok Trend Gets Wrong About Flavored Water and Hydration

Postpartum doulas can provide a wide area of support to families after the baby arrives. Here’s how to decide if you should hire one — including what they do, and how much they can cost.

Is It Worth Hiring a Postpartum Doula? Here Are Some Factors to Consider

Plus, how it could be tied to ADHD and autism spectrum disorder.

Is Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria Real? Here’s What We Know

We asked a psychiatrist all your Qs about this type of therapy.

What Is Neurofeedback Therapy? And Does It Actually Work?

Need To Add More Cash To Your Budget? Here Are 5 Hobbies That Can Help You Make Money

Spring cleaning has surprising health benefits. Here’s why — and some spring cleaning tips to get started.

Spring Cleaning Isn’t Just Good for Your Home — It’s Good for You, Too

Read this before you head to the nearest Starbucks.

Can The Viral Starbucks Drink Really Induce Labor? We Asked a Pregnancy Nutritionist

We asked experts how you can keep your finances in check while supporting a parent and child.

Millennials Are The New Sandwich Generation. Here’s What That Means for Your Wallet.

P.S. There’s room in this budget for your wants, too.

Need to Take Control of Your Finances? Meet Zero-Based Budgeting.

Spoiler: It’s not all about big paychecks.

5 Easy Steps You Can Take to Become Financially Stable

No one deserves to be ghosted — job applicants included.

 Real Companies Are Posting Fake Jobs. Here’s Why — And How to Spot Them.

For the love of vaginal health, please stop these.

Vajacials, Vaginal Douching, and 5 Other Things Your OB-GYN Wants You To Stop Doing

Plus, how to find investing opportunities near you.


Is Tax Lien Investing Right For You? Here’s What You Should  Know

Three somatic practitioners break down how somatic therapy works — and how it can impact your mental and physical health.

Here's Why Somatic Therapy Is Becoming More Mainstream — And How You Can Practice It 

What’s Your Money Personality Type? Here’s How to Figure It Out

A physical therapist gave us her recs for stretches and exercises to help fix your posture.

Sitting at a desk all day has affected my posture. What're some practical ways to fix it?

Deinfluencers Are Taking Over TikTok. Here’s How They Can Impact Your Money. 

We asked a psychologist about what you should consider before talking about your mental health at work.

Is it OK to share mental health issues with coworkers in casual conversation? 

Yes, a good reference letter makes a difference.


4 Career Coach-Approved Tips for Writing a Reference Letter

OB-GYN Dr. Suzanne Gilberg-Lenz, author of “Menopause Bootcamp,” shares some do’s and don’ts.

Do you have any advice for maintaining a balanced vaginal pH?

A Career Coach’s Take on How to Answer ‘What Are Your Weaknesses?’ in a Job Interview

What Actually Causes Pregnancy Brain? A Gynecologist Explains

We asked a clinical psychologist where the term came from — and how to respond. 


Think You've Experienced Gaslighting? Here's How To Know

Here’s the Right Way to Ask for a Raise, According to a Career Expert

Setting Boundaries With Family Can Be Uncomfortable. So We Asked A Therapist How To Do It. 

The sample script you need to get. That. Money.

A Career Coach Explains Exactly How to Write a Salary Negotiation Email

How to Decline a Job Offer (Without Burning Any Bridges)

Here’s what you need to know about quarantining, vaccinations, and testing for students.

The CDC's COVID-19 Guidelines for Schools, Explained

Spoiler: It doesn’t always imply guilt.

What Does It Really Mean To Plead The Fifth?

Ever since SCOTUS' decision, abortion legislation's been left up to states. Here's how the country is fighting for and against abortion access after the reversal of Roe v. Wade.

Tracking How Abortion Legal Battles Are Heating Up in a Post-Roe World 

Thanks to a combo of un-beer-lievable circumstances, a carbon dioxide shortage is hitting breweries hard.

How the Carbon Dioxide Shortage Is Leaving Beer Glasses Empty

Titanium dioxide is in many foods you eat and everyday products you use. Now, a number of TikTok videos are spotlighting how the ingredient is used in tampons. Leaving many to ask: Am I safe? Here’s what experts say. 

TikTok Is Raising Alarms About Titanium Dioxide In Tampons and Food. Should You Be Concerned?

July was another difficult month of ‘wtf is happening’ news. So let’s take a minute to catch our breath and read some happier stories.

Some (Inter)stellar Pics, An Eco-Friendly Barbie, and 10 Other Good News Stories from July

Queen Bey’s "Renaissance" is officially out. Here’s what you need to know to get in formation.

Get In Formation. Beyoncé’s Giving Us A ‘Renaissance.’

ICYMI, the American West has been living under drought conditions for the past 22 years. And this year is breaking records with heat waves and wildfires. Here’s how it impacts your life.

The US Is Feeling the Heat. What Droughts, Heat Waves, And Wildfires Have To Do With It. 

A key lesson that your sex ed course might’ve skipped: the 101 on pregnancy tests. 

What You Need to Know Before You Take That Pregnancy Test

It’s been more than a year since the Jan. 6 attack. But a series of televised hearings are shedding light on what led up to the violence. If you haven’t had time to tune in, here's what you need to know. 

Key Takeaways From The Jan. 6 Hearings If You Haven’t Had Time To Watch

Indiana’s considering a near-total ban on abortion. VP Kamala Harris spoke to theSkimm about what that means for abortion rights across the US — and for the upcoming midterms.

Indiana’s Considering A Near-Total Abortion Ban. Here’s Why VP Kamala Harris Says It’s Part Of A Larger ‘Health Care Crisis.’

Check out what's going on with abortion doulas, doombingeing, and pointless goals in your Daily Skimm Weekend.

Daily Skimm Weekend: Abortion Doulas, Doombingeing, Pointless Goals

The US and Europe are in the midst of widespread heatwaves. Which is raising concerns about heat-related illnesses. Here's how to stay safe in hot weather.

How to Avoid Common Heat-Related Illnesses When Climate Change Keeps Bringing the Heat

For years, abortion doulas have helped people navigate a procedure that’s been at the center of political debate. Now, one woman is sharing her journey to becoming one. And what the future of her work looks like in a post-Roe America. 

‘A Doula Has One Job: It’s You.’ An Abortion Doula On Her Work And What The Future Looks Like After Roe.

BA.5 is spreading fast across the US. And those who’ve already been vaxxed and infected aren’t entirely safe. Here’s what Dr. Fauci’s saying about your best lines of defense. 

BA.5’s Spreading Quickly. But Dr. Fauci Says It Doesn’t Have To ‘Disrupt Your Life.’ Here’s Why.

With the overturn of Roe v. Wade, your state Supreme Court just got more important than ever. Here's how they affect your rights — and how you can impact the court with your vote.

Order in The Court: How State Supreme Courts Work. And Why They Especially Matter For the Midterms.

If it’s one thing we’ve learned from Barbie’s life in plastic, it’s that she’s got style. Now, her hot-pink look has become the latest fashion trend. 

Meet: Barbiecore. Aka Everyone’s Latest Summer Obsession.

“Where the Crawdads Sing” is hitting the big screen. But the book-turned-movie is raising questions about the author’s connection to a 1995 murder in Africa. 

Did A Real Murder Inspire ‘Where the Crawdads Sing’? What You Need To Know About The New Film and The Author’s History.

This is the true story of 12 strangers, volunteering to live together in a house. No, it's not "The Real World.” In this show, the guests have to guess which celeb each person is related to.

'Claim to Fame' Hosts Kevin and Frankie Jonas Ask Contestants to Keep a Secret

Pop superstar Kesha’s on the hunt for the paranormal in the new series “Conjuring Kesha.” Here’s what you need to know about the show — from the celebrity guests, the spooky sites, and how to watch. Boo.

Spooky Szn Gets An Early Start With 'Conjuring Kesha' Premiere

In 2007, Tahyira Arias had an abortion. Amid the potential reversal of Roe v. Wade, she’s reflecting on her experience 15 years ago. And how it gave her the courage and power to live her life.

‘It Made Me Brave': How One Woman’s Abortion In College Changed Her Life

Larada Lee-Wallace has navigated two separate abortions. And is in the process of having their third. Here's how each one has exposed different barriers to access.

‘Abortion Is Essential, Whatever The Reason’: How Navigating 3 Separate Abortions Raised Unique Challenges

In 2019, Karli VanZile had an abortion. But it took another life-changing event for her to open up about her story. Here’s how both experiences have ushered her into an activist role.

Having An Abortion Was A Difficult Choice. But She Knew It Was Right: ‘It Doesn’t Have To Be One That I Regret’

Over a decade ago, Stephanie had two abortions. But she's only just started to explore how each one changed her life. Now amid the reversal of Roe v. Wade, she’s sharing her story, including how she’s overcoming feelings of shame.

She Was Ashamed Of Her Two Abortions. Now, She’s Sharing Her Story: 'I Know I Made The Right Decision.’

Juneteenth — also known as Freedom Day — is upon us. Here's what you need to know about the holiday.

The History of Juneteenth

Do you know what each letter in what TikTok has deemed the “alphabet mafia” actually stands for? We spoke to professor and historian Chelsea Del Rio about what LGBTQIA+ means — and why it matters.


The History of LGBTQIA+ as an Acronym

You’re finally starting to feel like yourself after COVID-19. But how long will you still test positive? And can you still get a booster after recovering?

How Long Is COVID Contagious? And When Will I Stop Testing Positive?

Plus, why you shouldn't skip the cover letter step — even when it’s optional.

How to Write A Cover Letter That Stands Out 

Plus, tips on what you can do to cut costs in the meantime.


3 Reasons Why Inflation Is Still A Problem — And How You Can Protect Your Wallet

Lots of people are looking for a way to cope with everything going on in the world today. Enter: Exercise. And all the ‘feel-good’ hormones that come with it. 


How Exercise Releases ‘Feel-Good’ Hormones

Spoiler: She’s busy reinventing herself.


Where Is Anna Delvey Now? Your ‘Inventing Anna’ Questions, Answered

We’ve all heard storm-related terms like ‘tropical depression’ and ‘bomb cyclone.’ But what do they actually mean? Here’s your Skimm on those terms.

Storm Terms to Know and Help Keep You Safe

We’re breaking down the buzz on critical race theory — a concept typically practiced in higher education (read: law school). Since 2020, it’s been wrapped in misinformation across the country. So, ahead of the 2022 midterm elections, we chatted with some educators and experts who weighed in on the debate. 

Breaking Down the Buzz on Critical Race Theory

A perfect attendance award at work doesn’t exist. So let’s talk about how to actually use your PTO.

6 Perfectly Good Reasons to Call Out of Work — and Not Feel Guilty About It

Omicron is the newest COVID-19 variant. Here’s everything we know so far.

Omicron: What To Know About the Newest COVID-19 Variant

It’s been a year since pro-Trump rioters stormed the US Capitol. Here’s where things stand in the aftermath.

The Aftermath of the Jan 6 Insurrection

This year was a tough one. With bad news seemingly dominating the headlines, we gathered some good news stories for your feed. 

7 Good News Moments from 2021

The weather outside is frightful...and so is the prospect of a COVID-19 winter surge. Here’s what you should know ahead of a potential fifth wave of cases.

COVID-19 Winter Surge: What You Should Know

 If the federal government doesn’t pass a spending bill by midnight on Dec 3, there’ll be a partial gov shutdown. Here’s what that means.

What to Know About Government Shutdowns

On Nov 12, a judge freed Britney Spears from her conservatorship. We Skimm'd what a conservatorship is and how it works.

Thing to Know: Conservatorship

Following George Floyd’s death in 2020, calls to “defund the police” ignited across the country. Now a vote in Minneapolis is restarting the convo.

Thing to Know: 'Defund the Police'

Indigenous women and girls are more often reported missing, and more often homicide victims, compared to women of other races and ethnicities. Here's why there are discrepancies, and why you might not hear about these stories often.

Why Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls Are Being Left Behind

So you can be in control of your birth control.

Birth Control: What to Know About the Pill, IUD, Ring, Arm Implant, and More

PCOS stands for polycystic ovary syndrome. It's a hormonal disorder that can affect 1 in 10 women, including Sasha Pieterse. 

Sasha Pieterse Talks PCOS — And Why It Took So Long to Get Diagnosed

 Spoiler: Your employer expects you to negotiate. 
