Lauren Matthews
Group Executive Digital Content Director
Lauren (she/her) is the executive digital content director of the Hearst Lifestyle Group, where she oversees online content and strategy for Good Housekeeping, Woman's Day and other Hearst titles, including SEO, video, social media and e-commerce efforts. She has almost 20 years of experience writing and editing beauty, lifestyle, home, health, entertainment and product review content. She graduated from NYU with a degree in journalism and history.
Do You Know the Meaning of Memorial Day? Here's the History Behind the Holiday
Brush up on your Memorial Day knowledge with these 12 interesting facts.
How to Make a DIY Hanging Cabbage to Keep Your Chickens Entertained
Low-impact exercise + a healthy snack = happy chickens.
12 Things You Didn't Know About Cracker Barrel
We recommend pondering these fun facts over a Chicken n' Dumplins platter.
Watch Dolly Parton Surprise Country Singer Cam On 'Good Morning America'
Cam's new single "Diane" is a response to Dolly's 1973 hit "Jolene."
21 Decorative Birdhouses That Will Bring All the Birds to the Yard
These are nicer than most human homes.
17 Songs You Didn't Know Were Written By Chris Stapleton
Some of the most popular songs of the past decade have been penned by country maverick Chris Stapleton.
10 Things You Didn't Know About Chris Stapleton
Like what's engraved inside his wedding ring.
11 of the Most Insanely Cool Beds for Kids We've Ever Seen
These over-the-top beds will have kids begging to be sent to their rooms.
'Home Improvement' Star Debbe Dunning Is Going Country for Her New Reality Show
Heidi is trading sawhorses for real-life horses.
10 Things You Need to Know Before Booking a Stay at Magnolia House
Here's what I learned from a recent stay at Chip and Joanna's bed and breakfast.
Meet 'Forest', a Golden Retriever Puppy Who Was Born Green
Welcome to the world, Forest! đź’š
A Look Back at Cher and Southern Rocker Gregg Allman's Troubled Love Story
The unlikely pair's 1970s romance was rocky from the start.
Here's What That Arrow on Your Gas Gauge Really Means
Who knew?!
Women Live Longer When Surrounded By Nature, According to Science
You might want to make that dream of living in the woods a reality ASAP.
This Incredible Machine Turns Any Kind of Fruit Into Alcohol
Now you can make your own wine and cider with just the push of a button.
11 Things You Didn't Know About "Nashville"
After a hiatus, the show is back on CMT, but we bet there's plenty you didn't know about the soapy country-music drama.
We Can't Get Enough of Dolly Parton's Skillet Cornbread Recipe
Trust us, you're going to want it in your recipe box.
15 Ways to Make Your Home Cozier for the Holidays
Spruce up your home for Christmas!
Travis Tritt Went On an Epic Twitter Rant Over Beyoncé's CMA Awards Performance
"Any music that strays from its roots becomes lost."
12 Vintage Wedding Traditions That Should Have Never Gone Out of Style
Please bring these back!
10 Essential Things I Learned On My First Family RV Trip
If you're an RV rookie, here's everything you need to know before hitting the road.
The New Guidelines for Canning
Thought you knew how to sterilize lids for canning? Think again.
Dolly Parton and Her Husband Like to Hop In their RV and Go to Taco Bell on Date Night
Country music stars—they're just like us!
This Enchanting Southern Town Was Built for a Movie (and Never Torn Down)
Not only can you visit, you can go camping there.
13 Outrageous Chicken Coop Designs
These amazing chicken coop designs are seriously over the top.
Get Ready to Fall In Love With the Home from Nicholas Sparks' New Movie
If you loved the fixer-upper from "The Notebook," wait until you peek inside this charming bungalow.
12 Things You Didn't Know About Waffle House
Consider these fascinating tidbits scattered, smothered, and covered.
This Video of a Tractor Writing "Merry Christmas" in the Snow Is Surprisingly Beautiful
Dashing through the snow in a... John Deere tractor?
Making a Country Living: How We Launched a Successful Vintage Market
These two stay-at-home moms turned a love of all things chippy, rusty, and old into something monumental: the Southwest's largest vintage and handmade shopping event.
The 23 Most Incredible Old Houses Featured in Movies
We've rounded up our all-time favorite historic homes featured in films.
13 Essentials for Making Your Guest Room the Coziest Ever
Make sure your holiday guests feel right at home.
The Sprawling Mansion from 'The Money Pit' Is for Sale
The 1890s Long Island mansion used in the 1986 comedy The Money Pit is now going on the market for $12.5 million.