Jill Schildhouse: Writer & Editor

03/09/2020

Most of the time, my name appears in the byline of a magazine article ... but today, I'm the subject (on a not-so-great topic)! Check out my story in Glamour magazine:

“I’ve waited a long time for this moment. If it doesn’t work out, it would be devastating.”

03/07/2020

Still traveling during COVID-19? I wanted to share my article for The Healthy as a resource on what to pack (and what NOT to pack 😷):

Vaccinations and first aid kit? Check. But what about protection from Covid-19 and the coronavirus? We asked medical professionals for their advice.

11/18/2019

Have you started thinking about holiday shopping yet? It's time! To help you out, each day this week, I'm going to share a holiday gift guide I wrote for Reader's Digest. Hopefully it'll help inspire some awesome presents for everyone on your list! Today, we'll start with 30 Thoughtful Gifts for Coworkers for $25 or Less:

Shower your colleagues with personalized presents that let them know just how much you care—without having to ask the boss to chip in.

10/02/2019

Is taking a carry-on always the best option when flying? Not when it comes to these common travel scenarios.

11/12/2018

On Thanksgiving dinner duty this year? You'll definitely give thanks to these helpful kitchen tools, from my latest Reader's Digest article:

Just because Thanksgiving traces back to the 1600s, it doesn't mean your meal prep needs to come from the same century.

11/08/2018

Starting to gather ideas for holiday shopping? Subscription boxes are an awesome choice because it's the gift that keeps on giving all year long! Here are my top picks, as published in my latest Reader's Digest article ... trust me, there's something in here for EVERYONE on your list and at EVERY price point!

Why buy someone a one-time gift, when you can bestow upon them the joy of repeat presents sent right to their door throughout the year?

08/28/2018

Stuck in a fitness rut? Here are 9 moves guaranteed to shake things up, from my latest Oxygen Magazine article!

Are you able to do your workouts with your eyes closed? It’s time to shake things up.

08/23/2018

Have you ever fantasized about becoming a mermaid? Then it's time you learn how to swim like one! Try these mermaiding tips (Ok, it's really a fin-based water workout), from my latest article for Oxygen Magazine! https://www.oxygenmag.com/workouts/a-mermaid-workout

Grab a monofin and perfect your dolphin kick for the ultimate mermaid-level abs.

08/08/2018

Hate working out? Give one of these 15 "exercises" (found in my latest Reader's Digest article) a try. Trust me, you'll have so much fun, you won't even notice you're burning calories! https://www.rd.com/health/fitness/workouts-for-people-who-hate-exercise/. Special shout out to Arnit Kobryniec and Jonathan David Jordan for their awesome tips!

Hate working out? Allergic to gyms? Don't sweat it. Simply choose one of these fun activities and watch your fitness soar.

08/06/2018

Traveling overseas? Check out the 16 things I NEVER leave home without in my latest article for Reader's Digest magazine!

When you pack these international travel essentials, you may still look like a tourist—but you certainly won't act like one.

08/03/2018

WOW! It's National Watermelon Day ... how are you celebrating this amazing fruit? Hint: If you aren't sure, check out my latest article in Oxygen magazine for recipe ideas: https://www.oxygenmag.com/nutrition/watermelons-wow-factor

Boost your nutrition with these five refreshing, summertime recipes.