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‘Tis the season dedicated to cocktail parties, friends and family. And we all want to look our best. That’s why we asked some of Hollywood’s leading makeup artists for their advice on how to get some of the hottest celebrity looks for the season.

Who knew shoes could be so scandalous.

From salt dough ornaments to personalized picture frames, get back to the true meaning of the holidays with these handmade gift ideas from the iVillage community and the experts at Valspar paint

Santa’s embroidered face on your chest? Check out these other tacky holiday sweaters we love…

Twi-Hards rejoice! We’re taking a bite out of the vampire and Twilight craze — from the sexiest bloodsuckers of all time to juicy pics of R-Patz

Cooking Thanksgiving dinner for the first time this year? Never fear–these star chefs have offered their wisest advice to make sure you look like a pro.

To make this stressful meal less of a burden, we’ve included make-ahead tips for each recipe. You’ll spend less time feeling crazed in the kitchen, and have more time to spend with family and friends.

From family heirlooms to bargains found at discount stores, GardenWeb members share creative ways to save money on their holiday table decorations

Why a new pill for low female sexual desire won’t be a cure-all

From mommy guilt to why wedding rings aren’t mandatory, get a glimpse at Sarah Palin’s philosophy from her just-released book

Should an Army specialist (and single mom) be punished for missing her deployment flight to Afghanistan in order to care for her 10-month-old son? That’s what might happen to Alexis Hutchinson.
Hutchinson, 21, was arrested at Hunter Army Airfield in Savannah, GA for missing the flight, and was briefly jailed. Her attorney stated that Hutchinson [...]

Starting Wednesday, former Alaska governor Sarah Palin will be Going Rogue on her tell-all book tour, traveling across the United States in a Palin-branded tour bus. As John McCain’s former running mate kicks off her road trip in Grand Rapids, Mich., we give our thoughts on what we think the maverick should have packed aboard [...]

Is it his brooding stare? His pale skin? iVillage gives you 12 reasons to join Team Edward.

Join the frenzy. Are you on Team Edward or Team Jacob?

Do you say to your man (or think to yourself), “Honey, are you really going to wear that?” It’s time to get straight to the point and dress him fab for the holidays. These tips will benefit both of you…

A couple in Scotland recently lost custody of their chubby children because they were deemed “at risk,” re-igniting a public debate. Who’s to blame for childhood obesity? One mom says it’s not just the parents.

From 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. PT, you can see the live Webcast of The Women’s Conference 2009 here. Click here to view the schedule. To find out more about The Women’s Conference, click here. For more from iVillage and Maria Shriver’s “A Woman’s Nation,” click here.

NBC Nightly News explores how Bea Stotzer, one of the founders of New Economics for Women (NEW), is helping Latino women succeed.
 

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What has been the key to your success? Tell us in the comments below.
For more from “A Woman’s Nation,” click here. [...]

Got strong opinions on your Halloween candy consumption? Folks from the iVillage community (and one well-known celeb chef) weighed in on the Halloween treats that made them cringe as kids.

Last week, we received hundreds of questions on health-care reform. Now, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius responds to the issues you raised, such as insurance company reform, maternity leave and prescription coverage.

Classic’60s style is making a comeback, thanks in part to the popularity of the Mad Men television series. If you’re falling for Don Draper’s sofa or bedroom set, there are some easy ways you can get the same look in your own home, says decorating expert and blogger Susanna Salk.

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) can leave you feeling unmotivated and devoid of energy. However, there are several steps you can take in everyday life to combat your fatigue and regain your energy.

You follow all of the Halloween safety guidelines: Each child carries a flashlight, every costume fits and doesn’t drag on the ground waiting to trip someone, no one wears a mask that obstructs her vision, and of course adults tag along to supervise! In the midst of planning for a safe and fun Halloween, don’t [...]

NBC Nightly News explores how Bea Stotzer, one of the founders of New Economics for Women (NEW), is helping Latino women succeed.
 

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What has been the key to your success? Tell us in the comments below.
For more from “A Woman’s Nation,” click here. [...]

It’s no secret that men and women communicate differently, but how does that affect workplace dynamics?
 

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Do you find it hard to communicate with men at work? Share your thoughts with us in the comments below. For more from “A Woman’s Nation,” click here.

Despite gains, Dr. Nancy Snyderman says that the bulk of family responsibility falls to women. On Nightly News with Brian Williams, Dr. Nancy discusses how women who are primary caregivers sacrifice their own health.
 

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Do you feel like you’re always putting other people’s needs [...]

President Barack Obama shares how he and his wife Michelle balance work and family responsibilities, and offers some advice to new husbands on how to “negotiate” changing family roles.
 

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Are you and your partner still “negotiating” your familial roles? For more from “A Woman’s [...]

In a hectic world, has spirituality taken a backseat to other concerns — or has it created more of a need to be connected to one’s faith? As we examine the balance of women’s lives this week, we asked iVillagers how spirituality and religion fits into the mix as they juggle family, work and more:

To [...]

Men who grew up thinking that it was a man’s world, “whose doors were just going to open because we have a Y chromosome,” as one male interviewee said, are now grappling with women’s increasing presence in the workplace.
 

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Do you find this new [...]

Maria Shriver’s “A Woman’s Nation” explores the increasing role of women in church and other religious institutions.
 

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Between work, family and other obligations, do you have time for religion or spiritualism in your life? Tell us in the comments below. For more from “A [...]

On Nightly News with Brian Williams, Maria Shriver takes a look at the changing roles of men and women in the workplace.

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Are you the primary breadwinner in your family? Share your experience with us in the comments below. For more from “A Woman’s [...]

Maria Shriver talks with men about the revolution at home and asks, “Who’s in charge?”
 

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Do you and your partner struggle over who’s in charge in your home? Tell us in the comments below. For more from “A Woman’s Nation” click here.
 

It’s no secret that many women would love to have a little more help around the house. Whether it’s washing the dishes or picking up after the kids, sharing the family chores is definitely a welcome relief, but can it also be a turn-on? According to a recent survey, husbands that get busy in the laundry [...]

Men discuss the challenges of being a stay-at-home dad.
 

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Do you think it’s more challenging to be a stay-at-home dad?
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Referring to the research conducted by Maria Shriver for “A Woman’s Nation,” David Gregory asks, “When will poltics reflect the change that we’re seeing in this report?”
 

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Do you think women have enough representation in politics?
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Maria Shriver spends a day with Michigan’s first female governor, Jennifer Granholm, to see how she navigates being her family’s primary breadwinner.
 

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Are you your family’s primary breadwinner?  Share your experience with us in the comments below.
To see more from Maria Shriver’s “A Woman’s [...]

While the idea that women can choose to either stay at home with their children or be a part of the workforce is a perfectly wonderful concept, when you get down to reality, the fact is most women don’t have the luxury of that choice, based on their financial situation or family structure. Of course this is [...]

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Halloween decorations have gone upscale. These designer furniture pieces and accessories with a gruesome twist are too nice to use just once a year, but could you live with them every day?

Who says kids are the only ones who should get to have fun Halloween parties? Here are a few playful recipes for an adults’ night out.