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1. I can't wait to see what you're doing for my birthday.

2. Are you... crying?

3. If we leave right now, we'll have time to stop by Bed Bath & Beyond.

4. Do you need help lighting the grill?

5. I'm putting this whole conversation on my blog.

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6. You had so much hair back then!

7. I don't care how big and drunk he is, he shouldn't be talking through the movie. I'm going to say something.

8. Actually, it doesn't happen to every guy.

9. We're vegetarians now.

10. My dad can fix that; you should call him.

- COMPILED BY TROY PATTEE OF DADVENTUROUS.COM, SHAWN BURNS OF BACKPACKINGDAD.COM, AND AARON TRAISTER OF REDBOOK'S WHYS GUY BLOG

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Being pregnant has its ups and downs. Real women share what they loved about living with a bump.
1. "The sex was awesome. Not only did it feel amazing with all the extra blood in the lady-bits zone, but it felt more special and more fun - the newness of pregnancy, not needing birth control, plus giant boobs. Awesome." - Taylor N., 26

2. "Not having to suck in my gut when having my picture taken… or at any other time." - Katherine C., 32

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3. "Not needing to buy tampons for a whole year." - Marion V., 32

3. "Guilt-free naps, guilt-free Cheeto-eating, guilt-free bitchiness." - Melissa G., 35

4. "Knowing my body was doing the most productive thing it could do, even when I was lying on the couch watching Keeping Up With the Kardashians." - Teresa D., 35

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5. "I loved that people gave me major props for doing ordinary things: carrying my own groceries, combing my hair, wearing shoes that were not

by Wendy Manwarren, REDBOOK

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"I'm afraid the chemicals in sunscreen might increase my cancer risk." - Laura Baugh, 33, Indianapolis
You may have heard that two common sunblock ingredients - oxybenzone, a UV-absorbing compound, and retinyl palmitate, an antioxidant - may actually increase cancer risk. But the research was done on rats, some of which had a high propensity for developing cancer, and some of the doses were astronomically high, says dermatologist Steven Wang. All the experts we talked to said the evidence isn't strong enough to conclude that the substances are harmful. If you're still worried, avoid retinyl palmitate (it's not an active ingredient anyway) and choose mineral-based creams that use zinc oxide or titanium dioxide instead of oxybenzone.

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"Sunscreen makes me break out." - Jennifer Prosperi, 35, New York City
Waterproofing chemicals seal in oils and sweat, which can cause pimples - and chemical sunscreens are more likely to

by Diana Vilibert, REDBOOKWe know what you're thinking…are these Worishofer shoes this season's version of the Ugg? With an orthopedic cork insole designed by a German podiatrist, there's no doubt these shoes ($59.95 at Endless) are comfortable-but at first glance, they're not ranking high on style. So image our surprise when A-listers like Kristen Dunst, Michelle Williams, and Maggie Gyllenhaal spotted out and about in the sandals…looking good. Follow in the footsteps of these trendsetters and read on for chic ways to wear the granny-chic Worishofer.

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Keep it casual in cropped pants (like this coral pair) plus a striped tee, for a weekend look that's effortlessly stylish. ($49.50 at Gap)


Lend a feminine edge to your Worishofers with a floral sundress (topped off with a lightweight denim jacket if it's chilly). Just make sure you keep the hemline above the knee-any longer and you're instantly channeling a distinct "Eastern European

REDBOOK readers share their best tried-and-true tips for saving cash.

"Set a goal. My family's goal is to go on vacation, so every time I'm at a store looking at something I don't need, I ask myself, Would I rather put more money toward my vacation or purchase this one item?"
-- Susanne Doty, 30, Otisville, MI

"Even if I have room in the closet, I store away my off-season clothes. They always feel surprising and new when I get them out again, so I don't feel like I 'need' to shop for as many new things at the start of each season."
-- Leslie Yazel, 39, Brooklyn, NY

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"Our family has set weekly budgets, and we use an envelope system to keep the grocery money, entertainment money, and children's necessities separate. If we have extra in an envelope, then we can have some 'wants.' Otherwise we stick with 'needs.'"

-- Donna Jo Salhany, 58, Marietta, GA
"When I see something new that I want, I think about all the clutter in my home and ask

Go ahead and gloat about mastering great at-home color with pro tips they never put on the back of a drugstore box.

1. Try Before Your Dye
You really can't tell if a haircolor will flatter you just by staring at that mind-boggling wall of home kits. (And why do so many of the models on the boxes look like they've been bonked on the head?) Nikki Ferrara, a colorist at Sally Hershberger Salon Downtown in New York City, has a better idea: Sample wigs at a beauty supply store. "The right shade will bring out the color of your eyes and warm up your skin," she says. Once you hit the jackpot, look for a match at the drugstore.

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2. Soothe Your Scalp
It's an old trade secret: Protect a sensitive scalp from the chemicals in hair dye by adding two packets of Sweet'N Low and an ounce of skim milk to your color formula before applying. We don't know why, but it works.

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3. Shine Like a Star
If you're blonde

You typically need to re-dye every four to six weeks, but this preservation plan can buy you an extra week or two.

One day before: Pump moisture into hair with a hydrating mask. "You wouldn't paint peeling nails with a fresh coat of lacquer, so why put hair dye on dry, damaged strands?" says New York City colorist Rita Hazan. When your hair is hydrated, the color takes more evenly, which means it'll look vibrant longer. We like Bumble and Bumble Quenching Masque, $36.

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The day after: Use a color-protective, sulfate-free shampoo (sulfates are lathering agents that can strip your color). Try Bed Head Colour Combat Colour Goddess Shampoo, $16.95.

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One week later: Baby your hair with a weekly deep conditioner such as Pantene Pro-V Color Nourishing Treatment, $3.99.

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Two weeks later: Use an at-home clear glaze, which will perk up fading color, making it look