Some might use darling props, while others look for a striking backdrop. Have you ever considered incorporating your family pet? Asiya Khaki is a New York City-area photographer who shot the most cuddly babies you’ll see, next to their furry best friends. Image via Photography by Asiya More from The Stir: Adorable Newborns Cozily Swaddled Redefine #CuddleGoals (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 17 Stunning Images of Newborn Babies Straight Out of the Womb (PHOTOS)...

Of course, if you ask your husband or partner how he feels about your nursing in public, most will respond with a PC, “Whatever you’re comfortable doing, honey!” Yet deep down, if given the chance confidentially to speak their true feelings, men have a lot more to say on this subject. Curious how dads really feel when their partners breastfeed in public? Read on as 10 men with very different perspectives spill the beans....

We get it, Halloween costumes are expensive, and oftentimes all of the stores have the same few options available. However, if someone decides to make a costume at home, then that person should probably also commit to putting in a little bit of effort. Sometimes a costume that seems super easy can actually be pretty complex. More from CafeMom: 15 Spine-Tingling Things Kids Have Said About People … Only They Can See No one wants to be the person at the party who is wearing such a bizarre or poorly made costume that everyone keeps asking, “What are you supposed to be?...

Whether you prefer something caffeinated, boozy, or just plain dessert-y, here are 10 warm drink recipes to try, guaranteed to warm up and please the chilly-fingered crowd. iStock.com/AZarubaika More from The Stir: 10 Kitchen Staples for Quick and Easy Dinners (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 10 Crowd-Pleasing Recipes for Tailgating or Game Day (PHOTOS) title: “10 Thermos Friendly Drink Recipes For Cold Weather Outings” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-23” author: “David Lambert” Whether you prefer something caffeinated, boozy, or just plain dessert-y, here are 10 warm drink recipes to try, guaranteed to warm up and please the chilly-fingered crowd....

What’s in your food. I think one of the most important lessons kids can learn is what actually goes into the foods they eat. Getting a behind-the-scenes look at those muffins gives them an appreciation for ingredients and what they all add up to. Math. You learn to count. You learn that you can divide a cup into fourths — or thirds. You learn what it means to halve a recipe....

To me, “love child” implies love. I know, I am such a purist. Silly, silly me. When I see the word “love,” I think of, well, love. Who doesn’t? And nothing says love like the woman you step out on your wife and family for and the child you both hide for a decade. Am I right or am I right? Actually, love child is just one of many hives-inducing ways to discuss sex that kind of make me want to hurl....

Whether you want to stash your toiletries or pot some herbs, these tiny tubs are just the right size! Check out these clever ideas and then grab a spoon. If you want to copy these storage solutions, you’ve got some eating to do! Image via maddesignsbead.blogspot.com More from The Stir: 12 Life-Changing Decluttering Hacks (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 8 Things in Your Closet to Throw Out Right Now More from The Stir: 8 Cool Cooking Hacks to Save You Time (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 16 Stylish & Luxe Celebrity Bathrooms You’re Sure to Covet (PHOTOS)...

According to a recent study conducted by consumer testing group Healthy Stuff and Campaign for Healthier Futures, a high number of these items contain hazardous chemicals such as chloride, lead, bromine, and phthalates that are linked to cancer, infertility, diabetes, learning disabilities, and asthma. (Whoa! Who knew?) More from CafeMom: 4 Dangerous Toxins in Everyday Products We Will Never Use Again We found 11 toxic items that we’ve all purchased in the past (who can say no to princess wands and super cheap phone cables?...

Whether you’re dressing all sons, all daughters, or a coed mix, going for sweet, silly, or some other vibe, heres’s proof there’s a set of sibling shirts that suits any family dynamic. Haha, doesn’t #3 fit to a tee? Image via SimplyCasualKids/Etsy More from The Stir: 7 Hilarious Maternity Shirts Bound to Crack You Up (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 10 Tasteless Shirts No Teen Should Be Wearing More from The Stir: 15 Incredibly Offensive Shirts for Dads...

Because the sad truth is, in spite of Michelle Obama’s efforts to improve the quality of these meals, there’s still plenty of room for improvement. How much room? Take a stomach-churning look at just how gross school lunch can get. Yikes, what the heck happened with lunch #2? Image via imgur More from The Stir: Bad Cafeteria Food: Would You Protest It? More from The Stir: Why I Refuse to Let My Kids Eat School Cafeteria Lunches More from The Stir: Schools Are Sneaking Pink Slime Back Into Kids’ Lunch...

Chances are you’ve got a lot of these in your home already. If not, add them to your grocery list and see if they work magic for your little one. Chia is a fantastic source of fiber (1 serving contains up to 10 grams of fiber). Plus, it contains antioxidants, and vitamins A, B1, B2, and B3. More from CafeMom: 13 All-Natural Popsicles Kids & Grown-Ups Will Enjoy Without a Lick of Guilt Prunes contain fiber, vitamin A, and potassium....

How did you change your housecleaning routine while pregnant? Images © Robert Schlesinger/dpa/Corbis; ©iStock.com/pojoslaw But follow the doctor’s advice when it comes to lifting heavy items like a vacuum cleaner. Or, if you must lift something, always bend with the knees and never lean over to pick up anything. Keep your feet shoulder length apart to keep balanced and weight evenly distributed by bending the knees a bit. title: “12 Safe Ways To Clean House While Pregnant” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-11” author: “Linda Kolinski” How did you change your housecleaning routine while pregnant?...

Turns out getting baby off to a smart start is a lot easier than you may think. Wow, who knew #5 could have such an effect? Images © KidStock/Blend Images/Corbis; © iStock.com/Kais Tolmats More from The Stir: 8 Things Babies Know That’ll Blow Your Mind More from The Stir: 5 Baby Sign Language Basics You Should Learn More from The Stir: Babies Get It’s Not All About Them title: “12 Ways To Make Your Baby Smart” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-28” author: “Deborah Lowery” Turns out getting baby off to a smart start is a lot easier than you may think....

Now before you read and get angry, know this is all in jest. But I know you single mamas will get it — you haven’t lost your sense of humor. These are the insane thoughts others have about single moms. More From The Stir: 5 Reasons I Envy Single Moms We are scanning your husbands wondering who would make the best sugar daddy and new Papa for our young. Because, you know, we think the grass is greener....

That is, if they’re lucky. While most kids enjoy summer camp, there’s nothing like getting a bunch of camp counselors together to hear just how bad things can go on your kid’s big trip away from home. From “fake” poison ivy to bed-wetting, we asked counselors to let us in on just how horrible the horror stories can get. See if yours top them … we doubt it! Got any summer camp horror stories to share?...

If you’re looking for a baby boy’s name that’s just a little off-beat, maybe Q is the way to go. Here’s a list of our favorite options: Are you looking for a baby names that are a little bit quirky? More from The Stir18 Quirky Baby Girl Names that Start with a ‘Q’ For more great baby name ideas, visit Baby Name Wizard. Images via Alex Oakenman/shutterstock; Lucas MS/shutterstock...

No, really, is there anything that makes you smile quite as wide? I may be the biggest goober on the planet for admitting this, but I laugh every time I see an itty bitty baby with a big ol’ pair of glasses on their face. And if you’re just like me, we’ve got good news! The Stir has gathered some of the cutest, goofiest, and hilarious little kids sporting four eyes that you can find....

More from CafeMom: 11 Very Early Pregnancy Symptoms That Aren’t Just Your Imagination From silly mamas who pun, sports fans who want to include the whole team, to the parents who want to get the whole family in on the act, there are so many ways to spill the beans that you’re pregnant. So how to choose what’s the right way to announce a pregnancy? Try something personal: if you’re funny, be funny; if you’re sweet, be sweet....

Yes, boys can be subjected to ridiculous school rules too, but an increasing number of girls have been speaking out in recent years to challenge dress codes that tend to be more restrictive for female students than their male peers. Often it’s those male peers that many school administrators call to mind when lecturing female students. One Michigan principal went viral in 2015 for stating dress codes are made to protect girls from becoming “sex objects....

More from CafeMom: 15 Celeb Parents Reveal Their Kids’ First Words — & Some Are Real Doozies There are lots of anxious parents who are worried about what to do with their older child when a new baby is born. Jealousies are sure to arise and kids have been known to not always have the best reactions to the new addition. But we’re getting ahead of ourselves. Before the temper tantrums and vying for moms attention, there is the magical point when a big brother or sister meets the new sibling and for a moment (possibly the last), everything seems calm and happy....