Meghan O’Dea as a teenager – Meghan O’Dea I remember being 10-years-old and flipping through a catalogue full of Grateful Dead memorabilia, “South Park” plushies, and Metallica t-shirts. One sticker in the catalogue read “Never trust anything that bleeds for seven days and doesn’t die.” What could bleed for seven days and not die? I imagined magical beasts — unicorns, rare salamanders, bewitched deer — that might answer the riddle....

I remember during my pregnancy hearing a lot of talk about watching for the signs of preeclampsia. And then pretty much five seconds after my son was born, I forgot all about what preeclampsia and eclampsia are. So just to refresh my memory, I looked into what exactly these dangerous conditions are, the warning signs, and what doctors can do about them. Here’s what I learned about preeclampsia and eclampsia from WebMD and the U....

It’s incredible to see how different hairstyles can really change your look. Rita, who gives good face, looks gorgeous no matter what style or color she chooses for her mane. It’s difficult to pick a favorite, but one thing is certain, since she came on the scene a couple of years ago, she’s given us a lot of hair envy. Check out her hair evolution. Image via London Entertainment/Splash News More from The Stir: 20 Times Rita Ora Stunned Us With Her Sexy Style (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: ‘Fifty Shades’ Star Rita Ora Poses Topless Again & We Can’t Get Enough (PHOTO) More from The Stir: 20 Times Dakota Johnson Gave Us Serious Hair Envy (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: Try on Wild Hair Colors With This Easy (& Temporary) Trick (VIDEO) More from The Stir: Rita Ora Reveals Why You’ll Probably Never See Her Single...

More from CafeMom: 26 Fun Halloween Costumes for Siblings to Wear Together More from CafeMom: This Toddler’s ‘It’-Themed Photo Shoot Will Give You Worse Nightmares Than the Movie title: “Scary Halloween Costumes For Kids” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-16” author: “Anthony Castleman” More from CafeMom: 26 Fun Halloween Costumes for Siblings to Wear Together More from CafeMom: This Toddler’s ‘It’-Themed Photo Shoot Will Give You Worse Nightmares Than the Movie

So what are some of the best options on the market? Not to worry, your friends here at The Stir tried out nine of today’s top brands. The big question: If something’s high in fiber, does that mean it can taste good too? We had faith! From Fiber One and Kashi to Luna and Kind bars — check out which bars came out on top in our taste test, here: Image via Emily Abbate In my mind, Fiber One was the original gangsta of fiber bars....

During a recent episode of Jersey Shore, Snooki’s true height was revealed after she asked nurses to measure her height during a visit to the doctor with Jenni (who fractured her foot during a fight). As it turned out, she actually measured in at … 4'8"! Yuuup! Some might say, “Awww, how cute!!!” (while others will jokingly remind you that if you’re under 4'10", that “legally” makes you a “little person” — sigh)....

Online retailer Alien Outfitters (great name, right?) is now marketing two different Sailor Moon sex toys to the masses — and your orgasm will never be the same. That’s right, just back away slowly there, Tux. – Giphy OK, so it’s not real crystal — it’s resin, which is probably much safer for intimate regions, but it still really ties the look together, no? It’s available for $145. We think so too....

I know, I know. The “erogenous zone” sounds like some sort of fantasy world where you have a yacht, three steam rooms, a vault filled with golden coins, and a sexy pool guy at your beck and call. So let’s demystify the erogenous zones once and for all. So, what are erogenous zones? They’re parts of our body that respond best to sexual stimulation. Awesome. Here are the top erogenous zones for women....

For me, my favorite way to stay active is kickboxing — but with all of that activity, my size 44DDD breasts get a workout of their own, usually in the worst way possible. My colleague Jessica Torres, who is typically a size 18/20 and rocks a 46D, has issues finding a sports bra that doesn’t have a band so small it cuts into her back. It’s a nightmare. But it doesn’t have to be....

Baby sleep is one of the most confusing things for parents. Are they getting enough? Are they getting too much? And why won’t the baby just stop crying and sleep already? I’ve been there, done that, but frankly it’s all such a haze of sleepless nights that I have no real advice to give. Which is why I turned to Dr. Rachel Moon, a pediatrician and safe sleep expert, and author of the new book, SLEEP: What Every Parent Needs to Know, published this month by the American Academy of Pediatrics....

Well, what if I were to tell you that there’s one thing that could get rid of that nasty cough? Seriously. Something you can snag at your local grocery store that may be JUST as effective as a cough suppressant. Ready for it? Honey. Seriously! According to Mayo Clinic, honey works to soothe coughing! In fact, it has appeared to be just as effective as an ingredient in common cough suppressants, dextromethorphan....

In celebration of founder Hugh Hefner’s “policy” of “once a Playmate, always a Playmate,” the magazine invited back seven of its most “special” Playmates to return and recreate their iconic covers. More from CafeMom: 15 Things Single Moms Wish They Could Put in Their Dating Profiles Lisa Matthews, who is now 47, was Playboy’s Miss April 1990, and went on to be named Playmate of the Year 1991. Playboy/Ben Miller Renee Tenison, 48, was Playboy’s first black woman on its cover and recalled the “controversy” surrounding her original shoot....

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Slow Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage via Spoonful Serves 4 Prep time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 8 1/2 hours Ingredients 6 red potatoes, halved 4 carrots, cut into 1/2-inch chunks 1 medium onion, cut into 1/2-inch chunks 1 (4- to 5-pound) corned beef, rinsed 3 large bay leaves 1 teaspoon black pepper corns 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard 8 ounces beer (any unflavored kind will do; you can substitute water here, as well) 2 cups low sodium chicken stock or water 1 medium head of cabbage, cut into 2-inch wedges Directions...

Sadly, she suffered two pregnancy losses, but kept testing … Even though the habit had already run her over $500. “Some people may think it’s strange to put something so private out in the public sphere,” she noted. “But may viewers have been with me through all the ups and downs of the past few years. They honestly feel like family.” By the time she gave birth to her second child, she says she had taken about 400 tests....

The beauty, brains, and high kicking all begin this Thursday and it’s not too late to plan your own shindig! Club 50 at the Viceroy Miami Beach can help you get started with a sexy cocktail in honor of our favorite trio of gun-toting, crime-fighting women. Ladies, get out your martini glasses! Charlie’s Angels Martini 1.5 oz. Cristal 0.5 oz. lime juice 0.25 oz. simple syrup 0.25 oz. triple sec 0....

While some moms know right away what they’ll do, others struggle with the circumcision decision. Below are some factors to consider when deciding whether or not to circumcise your son. Determine which ones are most important to you and that should help you make a choice. Good luck! title: “To Circumcise Or Not To Circumcise What You Need To Know” ShowToc: true date: “2024-08-25” author: “Kirk Savage” While some moms know right away what they’ll do, others struggle with the circumcision decision....

While genetics obviously plays a (large) part in her lean, shapely legs, she’s also obviously spent a lot of time in the gym as well. Recently this mom of two has kicked (ha!) it up a notch with her diet and exercise. It’s definitely paid off. I wonder if we’ll be seeing her in a short wedding dress for her upcoming ceremony with fiance Eric Johnson? If you want to know how Jessica sculpted her legs to look this good Check out these six fantastic moves that can help you sculpt your way lean, too....

Since music festivals have such a strong impact on millennial fashion and culture, Nicola and I decided it was time to try out our best Coachella looks. That meant throwing away our standard head-to-toe New York City black and going for laid-back, skin-baring florals, as well as facing some serious fashion and body image fears. Here’s how we attempted to embrace festival fashion, minus the cultural appropriation that plagues festival season every....

Most Americans without a college degree have their first child before marriage, according to the National Marriage Project. If you’re one of these couples, you could be wondering: We have kids together. Why won’t he marry me? Or maybe that’s not what you’re thinking at all. In previous generations, marriage was seen as the foundation for building your life. Many couples got married first, then maybe finished college or military service, then started having children....