2 new, stylish fitness trackers in glitter and gold. Hello, lover.
Remember when fitness trackers looked like clunky bracelets on your wrist? Ah, those were the days. Well, thankfully, we’ve come a long way, baby. Just this fall, Kate Spade and Fitbit launched hot, new fitness trackers that we think you’ll want on...
Elmo want to take your kid’s temperature with this new smart thermometer!
I’m pretty sure I’m not the only mom who’s had a toddler run away and hide when I need to take their temperature. The struggle is real. That’s why I’m loving the new Elmo smart thermometer from Kinsa. Unlike the original Kinsa smart...
Breaking news: The American Academy of Pediatrics drops its ‘no screens under 2’ rule
As parents, we want to do the best for our kids, but screen time is always a thorn in our sides, especially when the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has always said “no screens under 2.” Well, that’s not the case anymore, as the AAP just...
A gorgeous wearable tracker that might actually help beat stress
We’ve seen lots of stylish activity trackers for women, even ones aimed to help deal with stress, but none have been so seemingly comprehensive in terms of physical and mental health as the new Bellabeat LEAF Urban. Related: 5 gorgeous fitness trackers for women...
Meet Ava: A fertility tracking bracelet that finally lets you toss out the BBT thermometer
While I didn’t personally experience infertility issues, I had close friends and family members who did, and I’m still amazed at how they handled all the challenges they faced, not to mention all the tracking, the doctors visits, and the expenses they...
The air purifier and humidifier combo that could help you sneeze (and dust) less
We’ve seen a lot of new smart devices recently that are helping us monitor our air quality, but I’ve often wondered what to do with this info — short of a major HEPA filter installation — if the monitors tell me my air quality is bad. So when we found out about the...
Your Fitbit just got a whole lot more stylish
One of the reasons I actually stopped wearing my Fitbit was that I would get dressed up to go out and I didn’t love how the band looked with my snazzy outfit. So, I’d take it off and then not put it back on. I know, I know, vain and lazy much, Kristen?...
Qardio Base: the smart scale that actually makes dieting more successful
I have not owned a scale for about five years — partly because the master bathroom in my house is so minuscule there’s no room for one, and partly because I have no real interest in seeing what my weight is every day. There, I admitted it. That said,...
5 of the most glam, stylish wearable fitness trackers: perfect for spring or, you know, Mother’s Day (hint, hint)
It’s springtime! Bring on the warmer weather, chirping birds, flower blooms, lighter layers, and the fabulously stylish wearable fitness trackers that look more and more like cool jewels. Why should you be stepping into the sunny skies with some boring rubbery...
The coolest new wearable fitness trackers: 7 fascinating picks from CES 2016
I’m still trying to parse through the gads of incredible tech I saw at the International CES 2016 show last week, but one thing is for certain, wearable fitness trackers, those hot tech accessories that really blew up over the last couple of years, still take...
3 free fitness apps for the not-so fit. No judgment here.
My workout routine took an unfortunate turn when the holidays hit, and I’m struggling to get back now that life has slowed down a bit. If you’re like me and are starting from ground zero, here are 3 fitness apps that might come in handy. Keep in mind: If...Hi! We’re Kristen + Liz
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