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Crafting Memories Through Design: A Conversation with Lauren Pudwill, Founder of By Bago
Crafting Memories Through Design: A Conversation with Lauren Pudwill, Founder of By Bago

Lauren Pudwill is the creative force behind By Bago, a lifestyle and design company based in LA. With an entrepreneurial spirit fueled by curiosity, Lauren discusses her journey from singer-songwriter to designer, crafting unique lifestyle products inspired by her Chinese-American heritage and experiences across California. From hand-poured candles to custom leather goods, Lauren's approach emphasizes creativity, community, and personal memory-making. Dive into this inspiring conversation as Lauren shares how passion and purpose guide her work, bridging the gap between artistry and daily life.

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Mental Health, Lifestyle, Life, Home, Her Story, FoundersLifestyle, Female Founders
A Legacy of Love and Letters: Natasha Gregson Wagner on Family, Loss, and Resilience
A Legacy of Love and Letters: Natasha Gregson Wagner on Family, Loss, and Resilience

In this heartfelt conversation with SEAM founder Amy Cohen Epstein, Natasha Gregson Wagner opens up about her journey of preserving her mother Natalie Wood’s legacy. Natasha shares poignant memories, discusses the impact of her mother’s passing, and reflects on how love, resilience, and family have shaped her life. Together, Amy and Natasha explore the healing power of remembrance, the importance of motherhood, and the strength it takes to honor a loved one’s legacy. Dive into this deeply personal interview to understand the bond between mother and daughter and the enduring impact of family.

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Mental Health, Lifestyle, Life, Home, Her Story, FoundersLife, Lifestyle
The MOTHER of All Holiday Triggers: It's OK Not to Feel Celebratory on Mother's Day
The MOTHER of All Holiday Triggers: It's OK Not to Feel Celebratory on Mother's Day

“As long as I can remember I have never liked Mother’s Day,” says Alison Hunsicker, a full-time homemaker and caregiver to her disabled husband, with four children, ages seventeen to thirty-two. “Even when I communicate my expectations to my partner and our children, the day falls short. The worst year resulted in me yelling, “I hate this f’ing family!“ and leaving in my car to be by myself for hours. I wonder why it is so difficult to just acknowledge the huge contribution I make as a wife and mother?”…

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Editor's Picks, Home, LifeSarah ZimmermanMotherhood
Essential Gifts for the Essential Workers In Your Life
Essential Gifts for the Essential Workers In Your Life

Anyone who provides critical services to the public has a tough job. The hours are long and the work, grueling. The last few years, the pandemic has required essential workers to risk their mental and physical health to care for us in extreme circumstances, and they are stretched beyond their limits. We’ve interviewed some essential workers in education and healthcare to get a peek at their Santa’s wish lists this year…

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Editor's Picks, Fashion, HEALTH & WELLNESS, Home, LifestyleSarah ZimmermanLife