Before I was actually a mom, I was so certain of myself. I was going to raise kids who were adventurous eaters who only played with organic wood blocks. Screen time? Not for my little darlings! Yeah. And then I actually had kids. I don’t want to say that I’ve given up, but I did just feed my kids frozen bagel pizzas for dinner. They ate them while watching some stupid show on TV....

That isn’t the case at all. Health has nothing to do with size. Curvy and plus-size women have proven time and time again that they can lift, squat, spin, and downward dog just as well as anyone you look up to for #FitSpo. Just check out these 17 influencers in particular: title: “17 Plus Size Influencers Who Prove Curvy Girls Kill It At The Gym” ShowToc: true date: “2024-08-27” author: “Jo Murray” That isn’t the case at all....

Sure, sure, we can always buy something from our local bakery this Easter in a pinch. That’s always a good option. However, for anyone who wants to present something with a personal touch this Easter, we’ve rounded up some super-Eastery dessert ideas that are quick, easy to make, and cuter than a baby in bunny suit. More from CafeMom: Pretty Easter Egg Cookies With Pastel Icing In honor of bunnies, Easter eggs, springtime, and time better spent being with family than baking all night long, here are 17 super-easy and sweet Easter desserts that make a great holiday dinner finale....

Don’t worry. We’ve purposely passed by the creepy and depressing record entries and focused instead on the sweet, the, um, interesting, and yes, the endearingly strange. Read on to learn some surprising ways moms have ensured their place in the record books. We still can’t pick our jaws up off the floor after reading #11. Can you imagine giving birth to that many kids?! Image via Ariwasabi/shutterstock More from The Stir: 10 Incredible Facts About Breast Milk You’ve Never Heard Before More from The Stir: 1 Health Advantage to Being an ‘Old’ Mom More from The Stir: Reading Just Got Easier for Kids With Dyslexia More from The Stir: Could IVF Study Mean End of Multiples?...

Even if you aren’t glued to your television on Sunday nights, there’s a pretty good chance you’ve heard of Rick, Daryl, Carol, and Glenn — popular characters on the show who’ve slowly turned into household names. But those names are nothing compared to some of the new ones you should try “sinking your teeth” in! Here are some adorable and cool baby name ideas inspired by new and memorable characters on The Walking Dead....

Let’s collectively shake our heads at these sidewalk chalk drawings done by kids that adults see quite differently. Do you have any pictures of sidewalk chalk drawings by your kids that look like something a little different? Can you top #8? Image via Imgur More from The Stir: 10 Incredible Images That Make You Look at Kids’ Sidewalk Chalk in a Whole New Way More from The Stir: 19 Awesome Pieces of Kid Art Parents Have Tattooed on Their Bodies More from The Stir: Turtle Cupcakes Recipe So Good It’s Almost Evil More from The Stir: 21 Questions About Mom’s Body Only a Kid Would Aks More from The Stir: 7 Potty Training Mistakes Moms Make and How to Avoid Them...

If you look at the names of all the lady geniuses who ever lived, you will find a stunning collection of names for your baby girl. Here are some of the best baby name ideas inspired by geniuses. iStock.com/ReeseImages title: “20 Brilliant Baby Girl Names Inspired By Geniuses” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-15” author: “Christina Mitchell” If you look at the names of all the lady geniuses who ever lived, you will find a stunning collection of names for your baby girl....

A good mother-daughter costume can be matching, like two skeletons or two witches. Or it can be two different characters from the same show or film, like Sleeping Beauty and Maleficent or Morticia and Wednesday Addams. It can also be two complementary things, like a baker and a cupcake! It always pays off to think outside of the box for a Halloween costume. And there is something about pairing up for a costume that makes things even more fun and interesting....

In order to help you decide if your guy is a player, here are some things you should look for … What are some other signs that he’s a player? Image via JoeinQueens/Flickr title: “20 Signs He Is Definitely A Player” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-02” author: “Devin Williams” In order to help you decide if your guy is a player, here are some things you should look for … What are some other signs that he’s a player?...

From models like Tess Holliday and Ashley Graham to actresses like Danielle Brooks and Rebel Wilson, there are some amazingly glam plus-size celebrities to get style inspiration from. Not only does seeing these women own their curves teach us new ways to style our bodies, but it can also help us be more confident. Personally, the more plus-size boss babes I see on my social media and television screen, the more I want to be unapologetic about my thick thighs and belly rolls....

Two hundred people took them up on their offer. That’s right, 200 people were willing to shop naked in exchange for free groceries. Has it really come to this? No, Channing Tatum did not show up. (SIGH.) However, if you stick with the NSFW video below long enough, you will be rewarded with some cute buns there toward the end. (1:50 mark, just skip ahead, trust me.) Embedded content: https://www....

Star’s career path might have changed slightly throughout the years, but his dedication to breaking every rule possible — and his super-pink aesthetic — hasn’t changed. title: “21 Photos Of Jeffree Star During His Myspace Days” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-24” author: “Karen Davis” Star’s career path might have changed slightly throughout the years, but his dedication to breaking every rule possible — and his super-pink aesthetic — hasn’t changed....

Ask any woman with short hair how she feels about her cute cut, and she’ll tell you she’s never growing it out again. Short hair is a chic little club and often, members stay for life. Whether you’re in the market for a pixie, a naturally curvy bob, or effortless beach waves — here are some of our favorite short cuts.

That is, unless you’re a collector who’s willing to shell out the big bucks. eBay sellers can charge insane amounts for long-gone beauty products — but some are far more valuable than others. Which products are people willing to splurge the most for? These are the top 25: title: “25 Limited Edition Beauty Products With High Resale Values” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-24” author: “Hugh Keeton” That is, unless you’re a collector who’s willing to shell out the big bucks....

Much is often said about the evolution of plus-size fashion in recent years. Although a lot of positive, progressive improvements remain to be seen, the availability of nerd-wear above a size 14 has definitely made strides. Even if I’d wanted to wear my love of Harry Potter on my sleeve as a young teen, the simple truth is that I probably couldn’t have. My soft arms, broad shoulders, and wobbly tummy never did fit into those junior’s section Gryffindor tops, after all....

Take a look at their screen name. Does it make you laugh? In a good way or in a “OMG what kind of nutbag loser would actually put that out there?” There you go. The Internet dating world is full of nutbag losers, and their hilariously awful screen names are like big flashing warning signs. Not sure what I’m talking about? The Stir talked to some Internet daters and rounded up some of the absolute worst dating profile names they’ve seen on the Internet....

She’s also the undisputed eyeliner queen of the world — and she has been ever since she was Lizzy Grant. Let’s take a look back at 30 of Lana’s most iconic eyeliner looks.

Although Meghan has caught some flak for her “messy” hair in the past, we love her hair and how she styles it! Her messy buns still always look great and we love that she has enough confidence to ignore the critics and continue to style her hair as she pleases. And in addition to a good messy bun, she is also often seen in big loose curls, silky sleek looks, and perfectly pinned updos....

From cakes to cookies to cobblers and more, it truly seems like there’s no dessert the slow cooker can’t take on. Whether there’s a spoil of summer fruits to be taken advantage of or there’s an alarming lack of brownies in the house, that Crock-Pot can handle every confectionery need — no matter the season. Even better, there are usually fewer steps involved in making desserts this way. And fewer steps equals less time cleaning up!...

Adding it to potatoes is always a great idea (as our first amazing option demonstrates below), but there are a myriad of ways to sneak cheese into your vegetable dishes as well. Here are five fantastic side dishes that utilize the greatest food on earth: cheese. Herb Mashed Potatoes with Goat Cheese You really can’t get any more decadent than goat cheese in your ’taters. This is the way you do it, ya’ll....