Lauren Brown West Rosenthal

“Swellness” is a monthlong series exploring the health and wellness stuff no one talks about.
In the fall of 2017, I had weight-loss surgery; a gastric sleeve reduced my stomach to the size and shape of a banana. I dropped 100 pounds, and no one but my parents, husband, and three lifelong friends knew how I did it. I didn’t correct those who seemed to believe that I miraculously lost weight overnight.

In the Shondaland series All in on Ambition, we’re bringing you stories that will inspire you to seek, discover, and go and get whatever you’re after — not that you need our permission or anyone else’s. From tips on embracing personal and professional drive to tales of women leading the charge in underestimated and underappreciated industries, we’re owning and reigniting ambition and ourselves.

In the wake of layoffs, many workers are searching for new roles. The process can be arduous and take a toll.

Tweens Are Obsessed With Makeup and Skincare—Here’s Why I’m on Board Hint: it's a great tool in building self-confidence and teaching self-care.

A new study reveals we often accept invitations because we don't want to upset friends, family, and peers. Here's why this needs to stop!

Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal’s 20+ years as a writer spans print, radio, TV and digital. She’s held editorial roles at major outlets including Glamour, OK!, CosmoGIRL! Sirius, Us Weekly, and more with her byline appearing in Parents, Shape, and Seventeen, and dozens more. Lauren’s TV writing and producing credits include Bravo’s Galley Talk, “Behind the Episode” editions of many Bravo/E! shows and the Bedtime by Bravo series.

If you’ve noticed that your child is exhibiting sudden emotional outbursts, crying, or even aggressive behavior when they feel rejected or criticized—often leading to social isolation—it’s possible that they are affected by Rejection Sensitive Dysphoria (RSD).1
Rejection Sensitive Dsyphoria is an emotional sensitivity and emotional pain triggered by the perception—not necessarily the reality—of being rejected, teased, or criticized by important people in one’s life.

Gratitude journaling is a powerful tool that can help create a growth mindset in kids—and adults. Here's how to create the healthy habit with your family.

The new musical movie is your guide for discussing cliques, bullying, and social media with teens/tweens.

Grades: Elementary – Grades 1-3 and 4-6
Subject Area: Language Arts, Math, Geography, STEM
Made Possible By: Illumination and Universal Pictures
Take your students on a learning adventure with activities and games that incorporate analytical thinking and creativity to explore the science behind avian migration, how we can help birds, and the importance of teamwork as a life skill. Migration is only in theaters December 22.

Grades: Elementary – grades 4-6
Subject Area: Language Arts, Social Studies
Made Possible By: Random House Children's Books
Explore the impact small acts of kindness can have in the community. With activities that focus on kindness, hope, and self-reflection, students will practice research and communication skills. The activities can be used with or without reading the novel.

In the Shondaland series All in on Ambition, we’re bringing you stories that will inspire you to seek, discover, and go and get whatever you’re after — not that you need our permission or anyone else’s. From tips on embracing personal and professional drive to tales of women leading the charge in underestimated and underappreciated industries, we’re owning and reigniting ambition and ourselves.

Many moms feel judged for not having expensive, luxe strollers. But it doesn't have to be this way.