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Laura Brzyski

Health and Wellness Editor

Be Well Philly

Where Have All the Nurses Gone?

Stress, exhaustion, strikes, turnover — the nursing field has been through the wringer. Something needs to change.

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Philadelphia Wedding

Ask an Expert: How to Handle Wedding Planning Stress

Receiving unsolicited advice from loved ones, staying healthy, managing finances — here’s our guide to navigating all of it.

Be Well Philly

6 Philly-Area Facials That Will Luxe Up Your Skincare Routine

Enter your “Rich Mom” era with these indulgent treatments.

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Philadelphia Wedding

How Can We Stay on Budget for Our Philly Wedding?

Two local planners share where to splurge and how to save.

Be Well Philly

This Philly Author Says Everything We Think We Know About Resilience Is Wrong

We chatted with Taryn Marie Stejskal about her book The 5 Practices of Highly Resilient People, which comes out today.

Be Well Philly

Where to Score Discounted Massages and Spa Services After Crushing Broad Street Run

Give your tired muscles some much-needed TLC — with proof of participation, that is.

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The 19 Best Camping (and Glamping) Adventures to Take From Philly

Our woodsy, watery guide to camping and glamping will help you get away from it all. 

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14 Philly-Area Studios Where You Can Take Meditation Classes

Take a moment to stop, breathe, and clear your mind.

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A Mindfulness-Focused DIY Candle Shop Is Coming to Grad Hospital

State of Being Co.’s affirmation candles get a permanent home on South Street this Friday.

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This West Philly Resident Is Launching a No-Cost Cycling Group for Black Women

Iresha Picot’s Black Girl Joy Bike Rides — which begin on April 23rd — aim to promote joy, self-care and a sense of community.

Be Well Philly

Mark Your Calendar: Be Well Philly Fest Is Returning This May

This year, our annual wellness event will take place at the Bok Building on May 7th.

Be Well Philly

This New Group Is on a Mission to Better Support and Connect Philly-Area Moms

Moms Open to Healing, Elevating, Rest, and Support (M.O.T.H.E.R.S.) will host monthly gatherings focused on postpartum and caregiver well-being.

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A Guide to Doulas: Why to Get One and Where to Find One in Philly

For when expecting and new parents want a range of support — before, during, and after birth.

Be Well Philly

Using an At-Home LED Face Mask? Here’s What You Need to Know

We asked Philly-area estheticians all about at-home light therapy devices — and if the trend is more than just skin-deep.

Life & Style

4 European Vacations to Take From Philly This Spring

Go on a whim, to try a bucket-list restaurant, or because you really deserve to sip champagne in Champagne.