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Theres something undeniably, yes, magical about being ablack womansurrounded by other black women. Getting to know her only further stoked my pipe dream of one day becoming an ob/gyn. Here, Dr. King drops a few gems. Dr. Kiarra King // Photo by Michelle Thomas@theklasikkreatives SELF: First of all, how did you get into medicine? There was no Google at the time! So that piqued my interest inmedicine. My major in undergrad was actually athletic training because Ive always loved that....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. If theres one thing I cant stand, its the feeling of scaly, peely, dry lips. Images courtesy of brands All products featured on SELF are independently selected by our editors. If you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Aside from wearing lots and lots of sunscreen and lightweight jackets (or no jacket at all!) Images courtesy of brands nows the time to break out another classic warm weather staplesunglasses. I basically feel like a superhero from the future whenever mine grace my face....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. The use of whole grains and beans in gluten-free pastas changed what consumers come to expect from pasta. images courtesy of the brands There are a couple of things to look out for when youre cooking gluten-free pasta. All products featured on SELF are independently selected by our editors....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Its like the worlds most pleasurable choose-your-own-adventure journey. Ryan Segedi. Prop styling by JoJo Li. You dont wash them correctly or enough (or at all). Proper toy hygiene and storage are important for the longevity of your toyandyour own safety. All that said, everyone gets lazy....

When you visit your parents, start by considering these questions: Pay attention to your parents' appearance. Failure to keep up with daily routinessuch as bathing and brushing teethcould indicate dementia, depression or physical impairments. Also pay attention to your parents' home. Are the lights working? Is the heat on? Is the yard overgrown? Any changes in the way your parents do things around the house could provide clues to their health....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Admittedly, Im late to the all-natural skin-care conversation. Getty / KPS Plenty of people have been addingcoconut oilandapple cider vinegarto their beauty routines for a while now. My glycolic cleanser is too harsh, and my foam cleanser isnt tough enough on my oily T-zone....

And that doesnt begin to cover the spiral ofworry and dreadthat comes with panic attacks. Panic is a natural bodily reaction that occurs in all humans. Panic that develops into panic attacks is simply our body experiencing the flight-or-fight response out of context. Getty / SIphotography Here are seven techniques to try next time a panic attack tries to make your life hell. We know, easier said than done. The following tips might help with this....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. When you think about it,sleepis kind of a wild phenomenon. Getty / Clare Mansell Parasomnias happenwhen that transitional phase doesnt [occur] properly. So, about those sleep transitions. When youre sleeping, you cycle through several stages of rest. Then theres rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, which is considered the dreaming state of rest....

You see, I like to exercise most days of the week. Hence the conundrum I often face as I peel off my sweaty garb. More often than not, I go for option B: re-wear. Heather Hazzan. Wardrobe styling by Nicole Chapoteau. Hair by Hide Suzuki. Makeup by Ingeborg. Lets talk about sweat. When were working out, these bacteria, and any resulting odor, can be transferred to our clothes. The short answer: Its kinda gross but not a huge health hazard for most people....

And it was nothing short of epic. But when it comes to defending the title, the groups collective abilities and seriously impressive resumes bode well.Verywell. Get your Team USA gear ready and meet the tremendously talented women who will take the field. Getty/Ira L. Black /Corbis Morgan Brian Learn morehere.

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. All products featured on SELF are independently selected by our editors. Images courtesy of brands If you buy something through our retail links, we may earn an affiliate commission. It packs down into a little sack when it’s empty, and weighs only 14 ounces....

All products featured on Self are independently selected by our editors. However, we may receive compensation from retailers and/or from purchases of products through these links. Its understandable if youre thrown for such a loop that youre not sure how to begin moving forward. Getty/Roy Scott Here are their suggestions. Let yourself feel everything you’re feeling. Its totally normal to experience a flood of emotions after abreast cancerdiagnosis. Also totally normal: You may have the urge to suppress these reactions when dealing with breast cancer....