June 21, 2022

save your seat: skimmu home buying

When it comes to mortgage rates, brokerage fees, and closing costs, those interior design mood boards miiight not cut it. Join us tomorrow, June 22 at 7:30pm ET for our virtual panel, SkimmU Special Edition: Home Buying, with real estate experts Amanda Pendleton, Mika Kleinschmidt, and Ciara Foster. Presented by Zillow. You won’t want to miss it — sign up now.

thing to know

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The number of family leave days that new dads generally take. Compare that to 54 days – the average taken by new moms. Only about a quarter of U.S workers have access to paid family leave. And let’s be honest here, it’s mostly women who take it anyway. Some dads fear a potential loss of income and others don’t think their work schedules are flexible enough to allow for it. But there are a number of benefits to dads taking family leave. Don’t believe us? See for yourself.

skimm picks

Here are today’s recs to help you live a smarter life…

1. Lash and brow makeup that’s totally wink-worthy. This VolumeEYES set will have all eyes on you…r eyes. With a mascara that easily layers for thicker-looking lashes. And a brow gel that’s a taming, tinting dream. Eye-conic.*

2. A vitamin for kiddos that’s not just candy in disguise. Finally. These sugar-free, one-a-day vitamins are made with 15 essential nutrients and 12 fruits and veggies. Plus they’re vegan, gluten-free, and have zero dyes. Oh, and, Skimm’rs get 50% off their first order. Win-win.*

3. A summer sweat you’ll actually appreciate. This brand pairs you with a coach who’ll help you train as much as you want, when you want. Use their app to share workouts you loved (and when you need a break). PS: Skimm’rs get a special discount.*

4. Nutritious, chef-crafted meals delivered to your doorstep. Clean eating can get boring. But this brand’s ready-to-eat meals are *chef’s kiss.* Plus they have meal plans for lots of different lifestyles. Keto and vegan included. And Skimm’rs get $120 off their first five boxes. Yes, please.*

*PS: This is a sponsored post.

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We texted with comedian and actress Tiffany Haddish about her favorite job before fame, advice from Queen Latifah, and her self-care routine (who doesn't love gummy vitamins?). Check out the full video.

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