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Outside Magazine<\/p><\/div>\n

You might not realize this but your lady parts need much more attention than you\u2019d think when it comes to choosing underwear. Most of the time, women buy underwear to serve a particular purpose like not wanting visible panty lines, looking good in a dress or for working out. But when you don\u2019t truly look into the purpose of your underwear, you can end up with a ton of very disagreeable issues in your lady parts as well.<\/h6>\n
So before you head to the store to pick up your next pair of undergarments and you don\u2019t want to end up with any VPLs, muffin tops or worse yet, yucky infections, consider these underwear errors ahead of time so you can stop making them now.<\/strong><\/h6>\n

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Buying the Wrong Size<\/h2>\n
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AliExpress<\/p><\/div>\n

People might not realize this but buying underwear is very important, and we don\u2019t mean just any underwear. For those that are wearing a pair that is too loose, they will soon realize just how uncomfortable that is, aside from being very unattractive too. But for those that wear underwear that is way too tight not only will be in discomfort, but it can cause chaffing, irritation, and worse yet, bacteria to grow. Panties that are too tight can create a trap of moisture in the vagina, which can then turn into a yeast infection. And anyone that has been privy to this knows just how annoying, painful and itchy they can be. So the next time you\u2019re out buying underwear, make sure you get the right size if you don\u2019t want to end up with a very uncomfortable itch.<\/h6>\n

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Choosing Not to Wear Cotton<\/h2>\n
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Cottonique<\/p><\/div>\n

Any woman will tell you that a pair of sexy underwear can sometimes make all the difference with confidence. But the problem is when you choose to wear panties that aren\u2019t cotton, there is much bigger chance that you are once again allowing bacteria and yeast to build up and cause an infection in your lady parts. According to Dr. Donnica Moore in an interview with The Huffington Post, \u201cSilk and synthetic fabrics are not breathable, which increases the risk of moisture being trapped and retained, which can create a yeast or bacterial infection.” She also suggested that if you really want to wear \u201csexy\u201d or non-cotton underwear, then at least try to choose those that still have cotton-lined crotches as a safety precaution against bacteria.<\/h6>\n

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Using Thongs<\/h2>\n
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Huffpost<\/p><\/div>\n

Love \u2018em or hate \u2018em, most women have used a thong at least once in their lives. Some don\u2019t mind the feeling of \u201cflossing,\u201d while other can\u2019t stand to wear thongs or G-strings at all. Another doctor, Dr. Jill M. Rabin, also told The Huffington Post about this other underwear mistake, “If you have a little bacteria \u2014 E. coli is the most common bacteria in the colon \u2014 in the back part of the fabric and you’re physically active, that material may move.” She continued, “All it has to do is move an inch or two and it’s next to the vagina or urethra. That thong may be depositing colonic bacteria into your vagina or urethra.” If this isn\u2019t enough to gross you out from wearing thongs, then just make sure that if you still insist on using them, be sure to by cotton ones and don\u2019t use them for too long.<\/h6>\n

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\u2028Not Wearing the Right Cut for You<\/h2>\n
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Scary Mommy<\/p><\/div>\n

Sadly, not every type of underwear is going to work for every woman out there. You might really love that Brazilian cut panty but unfortunately, it\u2019s not going to work with your butt shape. According to Cosmopolitan magazine, they asked lingerie expert Tomima Edmark for her advice and she explained that there are actually 5 different shapes when it comes to butts. She calls them \u2018Team Round Booty, Team A-Shape Booty, Team Upside-Down Heart Booty, Team Square Booty, and Team V-Shape Booty.\u2019 If you wear the wrong type of underwear for the wrong shape, you\u2019re going to end up with a pair that is just plain unpleasant to wear and won\u2019t look good under any of your clothes either.<\/h6>\n

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Putting Them in the Dryer<\/h2>\n
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Mirror<\/p><\/div>\n

There\u2019s a reason why your dryer has the option for \u201cdelicates\u201d and that\u2019s because that\u2019s exactly what your undergarments are, delicate. But even if they are safe to use in a washer and dryer, it doesn\u2019t mean that they\u2019re really going to be treated all that cautiously. In fact, putting them in the dryer is going to give them a slow and painful death. This is because all that heat not only ruins the elastic of your underwear, but it doesn\u2019t do the fabric any good either. Experts suggest that after you take them out of the washer, dry them on a line rather than in the dryer. They\u2019ll actually dry much quicker than you\u2019d expect!<\/h6>\n

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Using the Wrong Detergent<\/h2>\n
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Beat the Microbead<\/p><\/div>\n

It\u2019s also important that you don\u2019t use harsh or strong detergents when washing your underthings. While your body can handle strong ingredients and even stronger smells, your lady parts might not be as appreciative. In fact, strong detergents can even create other issues like contact dermatitis, as explained by Dr. Moore. She told The Huffington Post, “The number one cause of that is your laundry detergent. The tissues that your panties come in to contact with are a lot more sensitive than your elbows.” Not only should you not use strong smelling detergents, but she even shared, \u201cI don\u2019t know why we need our vaginas to smell like a garden.\u201d<\/h6>\n

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Not Using the Proper Ones for Workout<\/h2>\n
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Get the Gloss<\/p><\/div>\n

These days, women have tons of choices when it comes to underwear and which ones to use for every type of activity. This means that there are also the right kind of panties to use for working out, and they are even as specific to which exact workout it is you may be doing. Ob-gyn Justin Shelton told Women\u2019s Health, \u201cWearing underwear that’s too tight, or that’s made of material that doesn’t breathe well or doesn’t wick away sweat can lead to an infection. Bacteria breeds in an environment that’s dark, moist, and warm, so if you foster that environment it’s not going to be good.” So the next time you head off to your yoga class, be sure that you are wearing the proper pair of underwear to lessen your chances of an unwanted bacterial infection.<\/h6>\n

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Not Changing Them After a Workout<\/h2>\n
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Business Insider<\/p><\/div>\n

Just like using the proper type of underwear when you work out, another underwear mistake that you might be making is to not change your panties afterwards, or any of your clothes at all. First of all, sitting around in dirty gym clothes is quite unsanitary, but it can also give you a bit more than just a sweaty smell after a hard gym session. According to Dr. Jen Gunter, she told Glamour magazine that many times people will get intertrigo. This is a type of rash that occurs in between the folds of the skin, including the groin. If you don\u2019t want to end up with an incredibly annoying itch, be sure not to hang out in your used gym clothes for too long after but rather, take a shower and change. Your vagina will thank you later.<\/h6>\n

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Wearing White on White<\/h2>\n
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TipHero<\/p><\/div>\n

Many women think that when they wear the color white, whether it\u2019s a white shirt, a white dress, white jeans, or really anything white, they should also wear white underwear. But this is one major underwear mistake that lots of people make. White undergarments actually are much more seen when they are worn under white clothing, especially in sunlight and when taking photos. If you don\u2019t want your underwear to be seen underneath all your white clothes, it would be best to choose some that is actually skin toned so that they blend with the natural tone of your skin, which in essence, will camouflage them.<\/h6>\n

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Making Shapewear Your Forever Go To<\/h2>\n
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InStyle<\/p><\/div>\n

Obviously, the creator and CEO of Spanx knew what she was doing when she came up with her idea of shapewear. If you\u2019ve ever owned a pair, then you\u2019ll know that they hide and smooth away the bulges in all the right places. But there are some issues when you use shapewear every single day. In an interview with Women\u2019s Health, Keri Peterson, M.D. told them, “If they’re worn too tightly and too often, the compression has ramifications.” It may sound crazy but in extreme cases, this type of underwear has the ability to shift your organs around. This means that when they are used too often, the long-term effects on the body could be very unfavorable.<\/h6>\n

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Using the Wrong Cut for Your Outfit<\/h2>\n
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Quora<\/p><\/div>\n

In case you weren\u2019t aware, this is one underwear mistake that no one should be making anymore. You should always make sure that your underwear isn\u2019t the wrong cut for the outfit you are wearing. Depending on what it is, if it\u2019s a tight-fitting dress, high-waisted pants, a pair of lose culottes or possibly skintight jeans, choosing the right underwear is key to making your outfit work. Don\u2019t choose a textured fabric when wearing something that hugs your body, because the design will be seen for sure. Likewise, try to use a seamless panty so that you won\u2019t have to deal with that dreaded VPL!<\/h6>\n

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Underwear That\u2019s Too Thin<\/h2>\n
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BerryStock<\/p><\/div>\n

Probably one of the most embarrassing things to happen to any woman is having a camel toe. And many times, a camel toe is due to bad underwear. According to stylist Mia Tucker Williams in an interview with Women\u2019s Health, it all comes down to using the proper underwear, and of course, their choice of clothes too of course. When panties are just too thin, camel toes can make an appearance regardless of what you happen to be wearing. Be sure to choose a panty with thicker fabric so that it won\u2019t shift with movement, and obviously try not to wear clothes that are too tight for you either in order to prevent a came toe from happening in the first place.<\/h6>\n

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Thinking Raised Seams Won\u2019t Be Seen<\/h2>\n
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Pinterest<\/p><\/div>\n

Once again, women need to remember that some types of panties are just too detailed to wear with everything. In fact, even when you wear them under jeans that are much thicker fabric than a ton of other clothes, they can still be noticeable. While cute underwear adds to the confidence factor for a girl, be sure to double check all the angles in the mirror before leaving the house to make sure that those ruffled details aren\u2019t embossed somewhere on your outfit. They might be cute all alone, but they won\u2019t be cute when they\u2019re making bumps in your clothes.<\/h6>\n

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Underwear That\u2019s Too Tight<\/h2>\n
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Quora<\/p><\/div>\n

As mentioned earlier, it\u2019s never good to wear underwear that\u2019s too tight, especially because of the potential yeast infection issues. But panties that are too tight can also create a bunch of very unflattering curves and bulges around the stomach, hips and back area. And it\u2019s actually even worse for women that are post-menopausal due to tight underwear rubbing against their intimate parts. According to Dr. Raquel B. Dardik of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at NYU Langone Medical Center, underwear that\u2019s too tight can cause major irritation for older women, explaining, \u201cFor women who are menopausal, their vaginal walls tend to be thin.\u201d<\/h6>\n

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Ignoring the Stains<\/h2>\n
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Chung<\/p><\/div>\n

All women can attest to a little discharge in their underwear every so often. But when it\u2019s persistent, thick, yellowish or greenish in color, and of course, if it has a foul smell, then chances are you have an undetected yeast infection. Another ob-gyn, Dr. Melissa Goist, of The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center said, \u201cNormal is different for everyone. Often an off-white discharge is not concerning, but if you have an odorous discharge or notice new blood \u2013 and you are not about to menstruate \u2013 you should call the physician to discuss.\u201d Don\u2019t make the underwear mistake of ignoring the stains but rather watch out for the signs and be sure to book an appointment with you doctor if you notice anything \u201cfishy.\u201d<\/h6>\n

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Not Buying New Ones<\/h2>\n
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iStock<\/p><\/div>\n

Many women might not know this but they should buy new underwear like they do new clothes and new shoes. Sure, they probably last a tad bit longer when handled properly than say, your favorite t-shirt. But unlike your favorite pair of jeans, they can\u2019t take the same kind of beating. Remember, you wear your underwear on your most intimate body part, so don\u2019t you think it deserves special treatment? Take note of your undergarments and see which ones have already seen better days and let them go. You owe it to yourself, and to your booty, to purchase new ones at least every six months to a year.<\/h6>\n

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Too Much Silk and Synthetics<\/h2>\n
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Etsy<\/p><\/div>\n

While cotton is really the best choice when it comes to undergarments, women can\u2019t help but choose pretty, silk and other synthetic underwear to use as well. But unfortunately, another underwear mistake is to choose anything other than cotton. Dr. Moore, \u201cSilk and synthetic fabrics are not breathable, which increases the risk of moisture being trapped and retained, which can create a yeast or bacterial infection.\u201d Although these doctors are not saying to never use synthetics and silks, but to choose special occasions to use them for better vaginal health.<\/h6>\n

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Not Wearing Underwear in the Day<\/h2>\n
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Freepik<\/p><\/div>\n

Some people actually assume that underwear can do more harm than good, but this is just not the truth. Dr. Dardik shared, \u201cNo underwear causes a whole host of other problems, particularly because clothing doesn\u2019t tend to have a liner.\u201d He continued, \u201cFor one, if you\u2019re wearing pants, the seam sits right in the vulva area and will constantly be rubbing the area.\u201d Another reason you should always wear panties is because they also help in absorbing the body\u2019s natural moisture in that area as well. Dardik iterates, \u201cThen you can become hot and sweaty down there, which, in itself, can irritate the skin. In theory [no underwear] makes sense, until you think of the details.\u201d<\/h6>\n

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Wearing Underwear at Night<\/h2>\n
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Stocksy<\/p><\/div>\n

On the opposite side of the spectrum, another error when it comes to underwear is to wear them while sleeping at night. While it truly depends from person to person, Dr. Moore explains, \u201cThough it\u2019s a matter of personal preference, from the perspective of breathing and airing things out, you should sleep without underwear.\u201d In fact, this is even better for women who are already menopausal as well. She continues, \u201cThe more you wear, the more you have to take off when you get night sweats,\u201d so if you\u2019re not wearing anything at all, you don\u2019t risk sweating through your underwear and having to change them in the middle of the night.<\/h6>\n

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Using the Same Pair Twice<\/h2>\n
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Clue App<\/p><\/div>\n

Nobody wants to admit it but almost everyone has probably taken a pair of their favorite undies from the laundry pile and used them once more. Maybe you only used them for a brief hour or two and they still seem to be completely fresh, but that doesn\u2019t mean that you should actually put them on again. No matter how short a time you used them, they have touched your vagina and even if you don\u2019t see anything, they can already have a bit of bacteria and moisture on them from their earlier use. If you insist on using them again, quickly wash them and dry them out with a hairdryer, just make sure they\u2019re completely dry before putting them on again.<\/h6>\n

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Having the Right Pair for Everything<\/h2>\n
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Reader’s Digest<\/p><\/div>\n

If you\u2019re a female, then you\u2019ve made a few mistakes on this list, and probably more than once. But now that you\u2019re aware of what they are, being sure to not fall into these errors once more might prove trickier than you first thought as old habits die hard. Start off your new journey to perfect undergarments by going through your current underwear drawer first. Try things on and check how they fit, then organize them according to use. That way you\u2019ll know the exact pair you should use for every occasion.<\/h6>\n

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So now that you know what possible underwear mistakes you could be making, every woman should still own certain types of underwear for a variety of occasions. Continue to scroll through our pages to find out exactly which ones you should have in your closet and how they\u2019re intended to be used.<\/h6>\n

Classic Briefs<\/h2>\n
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Women’s Shoes<\/p><\/div>\n

Every girl needs a classic brief in cotton to wear on a daily basis. Not only are cotton panties the best choice for your vaginal health, but they are usually the most comfortable and easy ones to use as well. When choosing the right ones, be sure to measure your hips and buttocks properly as well so that you can buy the proper size.<\/h6>\n

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Hipsters<\/h2>\n
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Avon<\/p><\/div>\n

Hipsters, also known as hip-huggers, are the type of panties that ride low on the hips. They come in different cuts by the butt area, but if they are hipsters, it means that they all sit the same way, which is quite low along the hips. They work well with a number of outfits, especially when wearing a pair of lowcut jeans. And if you\u2019re worried about having a bit of a muffin top, try to find a pair that is seamless rather than with elastic, which will definitely lessen the chances of getting one in the first place.<\/h6>\n

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Boy Shorts<\/h2>\n
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Flipkart<\/p><\/div>\n

Another pair of underwear that every girl should have in her closet are boy shorts. Ispired by a pair of men\u2019s boxer shorts, these are the type of panties that can be very multi-functional when they\u2019re the right size of course. Use them underneath your work out shorts, a loose dress, a skirt, or really any type of clothing that you don\u2019t have to worry about getting a VPL and they\u2019ll probably end up becoming your pair of go-to panties when you want to feel the most comfy and relaxed.<\/h6>\n

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French Cut Panties<\/h2>\n
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Macy’s<\/p><\/div>\n

These days, high-waisted clothes have come back with a vengeance and nobody is bothering to make fun of mommy jeans anymore. With that, the French cut panties are another type of undergarment that would work well when trying to cover up a bit of that mommy pooch you have going on. While they are high-cut on top, the leg portion is also high cut, making them feel way sexier than the pair of granny panties you\u2019re probably picturing in your head. When searching for the perfect pair of these, you might just be surprised at how many adorable choices you\u2019re going to have and end up coming home with more pairs than you thought possible.<\/h6>\n

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Thongs and G-Strings<\/h2>\n
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Fustany<\/p><\/div>\n

Although we mentioned earlier that thongs and G-strings can potentially cause more harm than good, there are times in a woman\u2019s life that she\u2019s going to need to use them. Since thongs and G-strings are basically all business in the front and nothing in the back, they give a woman a way to wear all those tight-fitting dresses without worrying about any lines coming out. Of course, be sure to choose a pair that doesn\u2019t cut into your hip area so that you don\u2019t get those unwanted bulges and rolls coming out. Not only will you look incredible, but you\u2019ll feel incredible too. Just remember not to wear them all day long.<\/h6>\n

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Brazilian Cut<\/h2>\n
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Carousell<\/p><\/div>\n

Brazilian cut panties can be a bit more interesting than thongs. While they show some of the buttocks area, this type of underwear doesn\u2019t cause flossing like thongs and G-strings do. More than anything, these types of underwear are actually quite sexy because they don\u2019t give anyone the full package but just a peak of what\u2019s instore. And depending on what you need to wear them for, they could seriously turn any situation from cool to blazing in a matter of seconds. Of course, be sure to try them on with your chosen outfit first before heading out the door because they too can cause unwanted bunching and bulges in your nether region.<\/h6>\n

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Seamless<\/h2>\n
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Avon<\/p><\/div>\n

Most women will swear by these today since seamless underwear has well, seamlessly taken over the world. Not only do they not have any elastic edges, but they basically look good under any outfit, precisely because basically, they are the answer to everyone\u2019s VPL issues. Of course, if you happen to choose a size to small, then they can still cause unwanted bumps and can roll up in ways that you don\u2019t want them to. But when you choose properly, they can help make any outfit look good!<\/h6>\n

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Control Panties<\/h2>\n
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Pinterest<\/p><\/div>\n

These are another pair of underwear that every woman should have in her panty drawer, and probably one that every 30-year old and above already does. Control panties basically do the job of what a strict no sugar, no eating and all exercise diet might do, make you look like you work out. We\u2019re not saying that they\u2019re all magic but in a way, they kinda are. The next time you need to wear that extra sexy dress that hugs you in all the right places, try it on with a pair of control underwear. Just don\u2019t wear it for too long, and maybe don\u2019t wear it on the third date, unless of course you don\u2019t plan for anyone to see you naked except yourself.<\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

You might not realize this but your lady parts need much more attention than you\u2019d think when it comes to choosing underwear. Most of the time, women buy underwear to serve a particular purpose like not wanting visible panty lines, looking good in a dress or for working out. But when you don\u2019t truly look into the purpose of your underwear, you can end up with a ton of very disagreeable issues in your lady parts as well. So before you head to the store to pick up your next pair of undergarments and you don\u2019t want to end up <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":69695,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"wprm-recipe-roundup-name":"","wprm-recipe-roundup-description":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[29],"tags":[574,483,444,1786,96],"yst_prominent_words":[28261,25072,28267,28264,10732,17861,28266,28270,28268,28269,28262,28265,28259,17860,28260,9690,16277,10720,11371,28263],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69692"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=69692"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69692\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":69696,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/69692\/revisions\/69696"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/69695"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=69692"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=69692"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=69692"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awesomejelly.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=69692"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}