Angela Johnson

Angela Johnson is a freelance writer and mom of 2. She loves dance parties with her kids, a good glass of wine and almost everything about the 90s. Her idea of a perfect world is a place where deserts have no calories and every week ends with a 3-day weekend. Angela lives in Brooklyn with her family.

Here's When You Should Take A Pregnancy Test For The Most Accurate Result

Waiting on the results of a pregnancy test is about as stressful as it gets, no matter what result you're hoping to see. And even though most pregnancy tests claim to be 99 percent accurate, you and your partner want to be 100 percent sure that…

By Angela JohnsonJan 1 2018

8 T.J.Maxx Hacks Every Mom Needs To Know Like RN

As a mom, you're almost always short on time and money. Which is why T.J.Maxx can be total lifesaver when comes to shopping for housewares, beauty products and clothes for your entire family. A one-stop shop for designer goods at crazy low prices,…

By Angela JohnsonNov 24 2017

11 HomeGoods Hacks Every Mom Needs To Know — Those Discounts Are About To Get Even Steeper

Before you had children, you may have been willing to spare no expense to decorate your home. But now that you're a mom and diapers and day care make up the majority of your budget, you've probably changed your tune. You have no problem shopping…

By Angela JohnsonNov 1 2017

8 Worst Things You Can Do If You Want Your Partner To Commit

Dating can be as complicated as finding gold with a metal detector on the beach. Too often, you have to sift through a lot of trash to find any treasure. When that magical moment happens and you finally find someone you truly connect with, it's hard…

By Angela JohnsonOct 31 2017

How To Get Your Hands On The New Tamagotchi Before They Sell Out

If you were a kid in the '90s, you were probably obsessed with Tamagotchi digital pets. They went away for a while, but because nothing every really goes out of style for good, you may be excited to know that these pocket-sized pets are making a…

By Angela JohnsonOct 31 2017

This Mom Figured Out A Way To Make Pre- & Post-Natal Yoga Actually Work For Your Schedule

For many women, finding time for self care often takes a backseat to juggling the responsibilities that come along with their careers and motherhood. That juggle can lead to feeling lonely, tired, and extremely stressed out. Blair Fillingham started…

By Angela JohnsonOct 30 2017

15 Pregnancy Announcement Instagram Captions That Will Get You All The Awws

There's nothing more exciting than telling your friends and family that you're expecting — the buzz of their excitement will give you a natural high for days. You're lucky enough to be giving birth in the age of social media, which means you can…

By Angela JohnsonOct 28 2017

5 Non-Toxic Halloween Face Paint Options For Kids

By now, most parents know that they have to be diligent about ensuring the safety of the Halloween treats their kids eat. From reading labels to checking the wrappers, taking a few extra steps can help avoid some potentially dangerous situations.…

By Angela JohnsonOct 25 2017

8 Superhero Halloween Costumes For The Entire Family Because No One Messes With Your Clan

Halloween is just one of the few times of the year when you can get away with wearing just about anything your imagination can conjure. With the help of a little makeup and some creative accessories, you can go from everyday wife and mom to a crime…

By Angela JohnsonOct 25 2017

4 Prince George Costumes For Toddlers That Are Royally Adorable

Now that it looks like Prince Harry is taken, you may have lost your one chance to make your way into the royal family. But just because you won't have a chance to be a real life British princess doesn't mean that your kids can't play pretend to be…

By Angela JohnsonOct 24 2017

7 Avocado Halloween Costumes For Every Age That Are Totally Delicious

Loaded with vitamins and fat (the good kind), avocados are everything. Whether you are using them to make your skin smooth, your hair soft, or to add protein to a salad, you can't deny their awesomeness. And what better way to show your love for…

By Angela JohnsonOct 24 2017

The Safest Places To Trick-Or-Treat In Chicago On Halloween, Because Candy Should Be Your Only Concern

Trick-or-treating can be lots of fun — unless, of course you're the parent of a small child who's worried about letting them walk around in the dark asking for candy from complete strangers. Particularly in big cities like Chicago, parents can spend…

By Angela JohnsonOct 24 2017

The 7 Best Places To Trick Or Treat In Dallas This Halloween

They say everything is bigger in Texas, and that definitely holds true when it comes to the amount of fun you can have on Halloween. From the zoo, to the botanical garden, to the shopping mall, many of the city's main attractions have wonderful,…

By Angela JohnsonOct 19 2017

The Best Places To Trick Or Treat In San Francisco

When it comes to trick or treating with your kids, it's all about location, location, location. You want to find that perfect place that will give you access to the best Halloween goodies, while making you feel safe enough to let your little ones…

By Angela JohnsonOct 19 2017

8 Cheap Halloween Costumes For Kids That Are Too Stinkin' Cute

Picking out Halloween costumes for your kids can be the highlight of the holiday. Unless, of course, the cost of their costume is threatening to send you into bankruptcy. But fear not, there are some great low-cost costume options out there — if you…

By Angela JohnsonOct 17 2017

9 Last-Minute Halloween Costumes For Pregnant Women (Because You're Already Growing A Human)

You've always loved dressing up for Halloween, but this year, you're expecting, and afraid that your baby bump might seriously limit your options for costumes. But you couldn't be more wrong. If you're usually trying to find creative ways to…

By Angela JohnsonOct 11 2017

5 'Star Wars' Costumes For Pregnant Women That Are Perfect For Any Galaxy

Being pregnant can make finding the perfect Halloween costume difficult. Depending on how far along you are, certain costumes are almost impossible to pull off — wearing a mermaid tail comes to mind immediately. But if you're a fan of Star Wars, you…

By Angela JohnsonSept 30 2017

8 Easy Last-Minute Family Halloween Costumes That Will Make It Look Like You've Been Planning For Months

Halloween can be a lot of fun — unless of course you're the one who's charged with the task of trying to come up with a coordinated costume idea that your entire family on board with. With different tastes, it can be tough to Not to mention, you're…

By Angela JohnsonSept 29 2017

4 Easy Spider-Man Costumes For Pregnant Women, Because You're A Superhero, Too

Since you found out you were expecting, you've had to give up soft cheeses, cut back on caffeine, and avoid happy hour all together. But being pregnant doesn't have to mean that you have to miss out on all of the fun, especially on Halloween. In…

By Angela JohnsonSept 22 2017

10 Clever Halloween Costumes For Babywearing Mamas

Becoming a mom means you think about everything differently — even Halloween. From candy to costumes, of course you want to put your little one first. But that doesn't mean you can't have any fun! Keeping your infant warm and well-fed while you…

By Angela JohnsonSept 10 2017