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Christina Petruzzi

Christina Petruzzi is an editorial intern at Romper, where she writes about lifestyle service, parenting, shopping, and more. Christina's bylines have appeared in StyleCaster where she covered everything beauty, fashion, entertainment and lifestyle. She is currently earning her bachelor's degree in journalism at Hofstra University. When Christina isn't writing, she is most likely filming a YouTube video for her channel 'Christina Rose', where she uploads beauty, fashion, and lifestyle-related videos.
22 Addictive Podcasts To Listen To In The Car, Even If You're Just Hiding
Full disclosure, I am a total podcast addict. Whether I'm folding laundry or running errands, the first thing I do is queue up one of my favorite podcasts to make the task at hand infinitely more enjoyable. With summer vacation travel in full-swing,…
By Kate Miller and Christina Petruzzi
18 Lucky New Year's Eve Crock-Pot Recipes, Because 2020 Is Gonna Be Your Year
The year is almost over, so it's time to start prepping for your New Year's Eve bash. Whether you're having a blowout with all of your pals or you're just hanging at home with the kiddos, you're gonna be celebrating the end of the year in style, and…
By Samantha Grindell and Christina Petruzzi
Kroger's Hours On New Year's Eve Are Ideal For Last-Minute Shopping
You'd be lying if you said you've gone to the supermarket with a list of items integral to making your event perfect and didn't forget a single thing. Whether you relied strictly on memory or had a perfectly executed grocery list, missing an item…
By Christina Petruzzi
Here's What Publix's New Year's Hours Look Like This Year
Getting things done last minute is a talent moms everywhere can add to their list of super-human abilities. If you're hosting, even if you plan in advance, things can still go awry and you'll likely end up needing a last minute item the day of your…
By Christina Petruzzi
These 20 New Year's Eve Insta Captions Fit All The Holiday Moods
Not a single New Year’s Eve photo is complete without a clever caption to compliment your festive outfit and the popping of bottles in the background. Even if that outfit is your cozy pajamas and those bottles are filled with formula, you still want…
By Christina Petruzzi
These 20 Ideas For Baby's 1st Christmas Photo Are Magically Memorable
Your baby’s first anything is always a moment you want to capture with a photo, from milestones (like first steps) to moments (like their first birthday). Another opportunity to showcase your adorable new addition to the family is in your baby’s…
By Christina Petruzzi
20 Easy New Year's Eve Recipes To Make In Your Trusty Instant Pot
It's almost time to ring in the new year, and if you're anything like me, you're texting friends trying to figure out your New Year's Eve plans. My favorite New Years have always been the low-key ones I've spent with friends making dinner and…
By Kate Miller and Christina Petruzzi
13 Hilarious Elf On The Shelf Memes To Get You Through The Final Stretch
Every year, it seems like more and more families are "adopting" their very own Elf on the Shelf. Kids tend to get pretty excited whenever their family's elf comes back to town after spending much of the rest of the year at the North Pole, but when…
By Lauren Schumacker and Christina Petruzzi
15 Yummy Hanukkah Recipes You Can Pull Off Using Your Crock-Pot
I've been to plenty of Hanukkah celebrations throughout my life, and nothing makes me feel more tethered to my religious heritage than lighting a menorah and eating latkes with my Jewish friends. If you'll be hosting or attending a celebration of…
By Samantha Grindell and Christina Petruzzi
21 Instant Pot Recipes To Make Christmas Morning To Make Life Easier
Christmas morning can be hectic. Between kids tearing open their presents and the ensuing clean up (not to mention putting all the new toys together, if Santa didn't have the energy for it the night before), you really don't have a ton of time to be…
By Kristina Johnson and Christina Petruzzi
These Christmas Instant Pot Recipes Are Your Ticket To A Fast, Festive Feast
Food isn't the focus of Christmas like it is on Thanksgiving, but it's still an integral part of the holiday. Whether you'll just be celebrating with your immediate family when Santa visits or you're going to have the whole extended gang in town,…
By Samantha Grindell and Christina Petruzzi
13 Christmas Crock-Pot Recipes Your Family Will Want Every Holiday
Christmas is easily the most difficult holiday to plan and arrange. There are presents to be opened, desperate jaunts to Walgreens to get batteries, a fancy breakfast to prepare, and a big meal to plan in the evening. It's a lot to take on.…
By Cat Bowen and Christina Petruzzi
18 Christmas Eve Crock-Pot Recipes You Can Set & Forget — Until Dinnertime
In exactly two weeks, Christmas break begins, though it won't exactly be a break for you. Your house that is normally calm between the hours of 8 a.m. and 3 p.m. will become a play land for children hopped up on Christmas treats and anticipation for…
By Samantha Grindell and Christina Petruzzi
17 Make-Ahead Christmas Breakfast Recipes So You Don't Miss Out On Any Fun
Christmas morning is one of the most magical times of the year. There’s family togetherness, joy, and of course, all those presents — nothing matches up to seeing your kid light up as they tear into their gifts, even if you’re watching through a fog…
By Kristina Johnson and Christina Petruzzi
15 Crock-Pot Christmas Breakfast Recipes That'll Tempt Santa To Come Back
If you've got kids, you know that breakfast is probably the furthest thing from their minds on Christmas morning. What kid can think about food when there are presents to be unwrapped and new toys to test out? But when it's all said and done and…
By Kristina Johnson and Christina Petruzzi
21 Cozy Instant Pot Recipes To Make On Christmas Eve
The exquisite anticipation of the most magical day of the year can make Christmas Eve feel like the longest night of your life. The little ones will be bouncing off the walls as they wait for Santa, desperate to keep their eyes open when you tuck…
By Samantha Grindell and Christina Petruzzi
Here's A Brilliant Idea: Make Thanksgiving Pie In Your Crock-Pot This Year
The Thanksgiving meal isn't complete until you've managed to scarf down some pie, no matter how full of turkey you are. There are lots of store-bought options that you could serve up, but nothing beats a homemade pie. If you're wondering how you'll…
By Kristina Johnson and Christina Petruzzi
19 Decadent Thanksgiving Desserts To Make In Your Crock-Pot
I love a sprawling smorgasbord of sweets to round out the Turkey Day feast, although I'm the first to admit that it can be hard to get even one dessert made when there's a big old bird occupying the oven. That's why these Thanksgiving Crock-Pot…
By Kate Miller and Christina Petruzzi
19 Classic Thanksgiving Sides To Make In Your Crock-Pot, Bc It's *Way* Easier
Cooking for a Thanksgiving crowd can be so intimidating, even if you're a seasoned hostess. Your turkey may be the star of the show, but the meal isn't complete without an array of delicious side dishes. When your oven is occupied by your bird for…
By Kristina Johnson and Christina Petruzzi
The 5 Best Black Friday Car Seat Deals Include $100 Off The Maxi Cosi Pria
A car seat is one of the most important big-ticket items you'll buy for your child, and every parent wants the safest option available. Unfortunately, the most state-of-the-art models available tend to be on the pricier side. That's why Black Friday…
By Christina Petruzzi