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Helen Carefoot

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Helen Carefoot is a freelance lifestyle, culture, and entertainment journalist based in Washington, D.C. Previously, she was Well+Good’s Lifestyle Writer and worked at The Washington Post on the lifestyle desk in the features section. She has a degree in Journalism and International Relations from the University of Southern California.

Latest Posts From Helen

Silent Book Clubs Are an Introvert-Friendly Way to Socialize

Nov 3, 2025

Silent Book Clubs Are an Introvert-Friendly Way to Socialize

It's a great time to be a reader.

The $6,379 Cost of Eloping in Las Vegas

Apr 29, 2025

The $6,379 Cost of Eloping in Las Vegas

Welcome to Show the Receipts, a series where we ask interesting people to share exactly how much it costs to get shit done.

Petition: Bring Back Love Letters This Valentine's Day

Feb 10, 2025

Petition: Bring Back Love Letters This Valentine's Day

When you think about how to write a love letter, you may think of an epic, sweeping declaration of one's deepest desires.

"Slow Shopping" Is Here to Create Distance Between Browsing and Buying

Jan 31, 2025

"Slow Shopping" Is Here to Create Distance Between Browsing and Buying

It's never been easier to shop.

The Ultimate "Sunday Reset" Checklist to Prepare For the Week Ahead

Jan 31, 2025

The Ultimate "Sunday Reset" Checklist to Prepare For the Week Ahead

Who said Sunday isn't a day for rest and relaxation?

11 Books About Road Trips to Fuel Your Wanderlust

Jan 3, 2025

11 Books About Road Trips to Fuel Your Wanderlust

Everyone loves road trips — likely because an open road offers possibility.

10 Books About Running to Add to Your TBR Pile

Dec 26, 2024

10 Books About Running to Add to Your TBR Pile

Like eating or sleeping, running is one of the most natural actions.

The $736 Cost of Hosting a Holiday Party

Dec 11, 2024

The $736 Cost of Hosting a Holiday Party

Welcome to Show the Receipts, a series where we ask interesting people to share exactly how much it costs to get shit done.

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For the Self-Employed, Maternity Leave Is a Double-Edged Sword

Oct 2, 2024

For the Self-Employed, Maternity Leave Is a Double-Edged Sword

It's no secret that being a working mother in the United States is difficult.

The 9 Best Places to Travel in September, According to Experts

Sep 17, 2024

The 9 Best Places to Travel in September, According to Experts

Summer travel may be in the rearview, but the end of the season doesn't mean it's time to stow your best carry-on bag entirely.

How to Get the "Bookshelf Wealth" Look, According to an Interior Designer

Jul 25, 2024

How to Get the "Bookshelf Wealth" Look, According to an Interior Designer

For the past several years, Scandi minimalism, with its sharp lines and bright whites, has had a death grip on the interior design world.

Skip the Drill With These 10 Renter-Friendly Curtain Rod Solutions

Apr 16, 2024

Skip the Drill With These 10 Renter-Friendly Curtain Rod Solutions

Decorating a home isn't a one-step process.