Donna Maurer
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Donna is a hustling freelance writer who spends her time writing about everything from the music industry to the latest beauty and wellness trends. She contributes to numerous blogs and enjoys sharing insights from her own life experiences.
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Are Prenatal Vitamins Really Important?
If you are pregnant or thinking about having a baby, it’s only natural that you have a lot of questions about prenatal vitamins. Are prenatal vitamins really important? Aren’t there enough vitamins and minerals in your food? How do you choose a good prenatal vitamin and what’s the best way to take them? Every expectant mother wants to have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby, so let’s dive into these questions one at a time so you can make informed decisions.
By Donna Maurer6 years ago in Families
Extreme Sports to Satisfy Your Inner Adrenaline Junkie
Are you a risk taker, especially when it comes to sports? Most any sport will raise your adrenaline level, but certain extreme sports will really satisfy your inner adrenaline junkie. These sports require you to push your limits, go higher, go faster, and live more dangerously than most. Some you’ve probably heard of before, but some may be new. Either way, these adventure sports will definitely appeal to all the risk takers out there.
By Donna Maurer7 years ago in Unbalanced
Always Stressed? Try These Six Natural Ways to Manage Stress and Anxiety
You get a flat tire just as you’re getting ready to leave on an important business trip. Your laptop crashes right before a major deadline. A simple math mistake leaves your bank account overdrawn. The list goes on and on.
By Donna Maurer7 years ago in Longevity
Your Relationship Can Survive Infertility
For some couples, attempting to conceive is a years-long battle. Having a baby is one of the most emotional things you’ll go through in your marriage, as it is, and if you are struggling to conceive, the effects can be devastating on your relationship. Everyone handles setbacks and obstacles differently, and that’s completely normal, but it can be frustrating. It’s hard to feel united when you’re both feeling different emotions at the same time.
By Donna Maurer7 years ago in Humans
When to DIY an Appliance Repair vs When to Call a Professional
When one of your appliances breaks down, it can be a real debate on whether to call in the big guns, or if you can try to fix it yourself. Large home appliances tend to be the most significant investments homeowners make, so it is essential to know when to repair or replace.
By Donna Maurer7 years ago in Lifehack
Five Things to Consider if You Have More Than One Dog
Dogs are great. They’re wonderful furry friends who add so much to our lives that they become fully-fledged members of our families. Many people include their dogs in their lives, so much so that the lines between pet and sibling become blurred. However, if you have more than one dog in your home, there are a few things to consider.
By Donna Maurer7 years ago in Petlife
The Benefits of Utilizing Music for Family Bonding
In our technology-ridden world, it’s harder for families to go through life without some sort of electronic device involved. Many families are beginning to seek out bonding time away from all of the technology, and create fun and involved memories to establish a stronger relationship with one another. One of the best ways to do this is through the use of music. Music has numerous benefits when utilized during family time. It can strengthen relationships, create better social skills and elevate moods.
By Donna Maurer7 years ago in Families
Creating A Proper Piano Lesson Schedule
To be a successful and professional music instructor, you need to create, and keep, an adequate schedule that you can easily follow. Since a piano teacher’s class plans can get a little hectic, it’s easy to forget when student’s classes are, as well as when you have reserved time off to run errands, if you don’t have a proper lesson schedule in place. Below you’ll learn a few tips on how to create your own piano lesson schedule to stay on track. These tips will also help you to decide when you should offer lessons during the week.
By Donna Maurer7 years ago in Education
How Voice Majors Can Prepare to Record Their Vocals for the First Time
When studying voice, it is highly encouraged that you record your vocals. Whether to easily identify areas needing improvement for improved practice, or to use for demos, auditions, or possibly even recording your own music, if you happen to write songs, recording your voice is a great way to further your music education.
By Donna Maurer7 years ago in Beat
Starting a Korean Skin Care Routine
If you have picked up any major fashion and beauty magazine lately, you’ve likely noticed that everyone is talking about K-beauty. Even Western beauty brands are getting inspired by Korean skincare, and beauty brands; some are developing entire product lines around Korean beauty philosophies.
By Donna Maurer7 years ago in Blush
How Bradley Cooper Prepared to Sing with Gaga
A Star is Born has become one of the biggest hits of 2018, with nominations for five Golden Globe Awards and seven Academy Awards, winning for best song “Shallow” written by Lady Gaga. Bradley Cooper was especially captivating in the film, breaking from any comedic portrayal and playing an incredibly talented, but very troubled and tortured musician. One of the talents that he demonstrated most people weren’t aware of before the movie (besides his directing) was his ability to sing. Though having some obvious raw talent, Bradley Cooper went through extensive preparations before he considered himself ready to sing with the famous Lady Gaga.
By Donna Maurer7 years ago in Beat
