Engaged? Yes. Some several times. Kids? Of course — we all know you don’t need to sign a marriage license to become a parent. But saying “I do” is not in the cards for these celebs (at least not yet). Check out the surprising list of never-been-married celebs. Image via Matt Summer/Splash News More from The Stir: Why Men Marry Some Women & Not Others: The ‘Reasons’ Will Shock You More from The Stir: 21 Celebrities Who’ve Adopted Kids More from The Stir: 15 Very Good Reasons to NEVER Get Married More from The Stir: Jimmy Fallon Reads Funny ‘Why I’m Single Tweets’ (VIDEO)...

Back-to-school season is a complicated time for parents. On one hand, you feel keenly aware of how quickly time is passing and a little nostalgic about how small your babies used to be. On the other hand, you’re ready to pop some bottles because hell yes, summer is almost over! But, before the kids can jet off to their first day, you’ve got to go clothes shopping, get school supplies, meet the teachers, and plan for the perfect back-to-school photo op....

Click through our slideshow of umbilical art and see if inspiration strikes — or if you’re more “inspired” to leave your baby bungee cord behind at the hospital! Image via natalie_hoflin/Instagram A photo posted by Lena Brown (@_froreal) on Jun 30, 2016 at 1:07pm PDT A photo posted by Nattaly Voorhees ✌ (@nattyeeele) on Aug 28, 2016 at 10:53am PDT A photo posted by Alicja (@alicjacrumbs) on Aug 4, 2016 at 11:50am PDT More from CafeMom: 15 Fascinating Photos That Celebrate the Placenta in All Its Gory Glory A photo posted by Placenta Love (@placenta_love) on Aug 22, 2016 at 3:59pm PDT A photo posted by Natalie Hoflin (@natalie_hoflin) on Aug 24, 2016 at 8:00pm PDT A photo posted by Saskia (@saskia_vaga) on Aug 24, 2016 at 1:24pm PDT More from CafeMom: 15 Celebrity Moms Who Ate Their Own Placenta A photo posted by The Nurturing Root (@the_nurturing_root) on Jul 2, 2016 at 3:57pm PDT A photo posted by The Placenta Hacienda (@theplacentahacienda) on Aug 23, 2016 at 8:26am PDT A photo posted by Thrive Birth Services (@thrivebirthservicesofdelmarva) on Aug 21, 2016 at 10:43am PDT More from CafeMom: 15 Ancient Childbirth Myths That’ll Make You Glad You’re a Mom Now A photo posted by Blissful Womb Birth Services (@blissfulwomb) on Aug 30, 2016 at 3:21pm PDT A photo posted by THE ELEPHANT CIRCLE (@elephantcircle) on Sep 16, 2016 at 1:52pm PDT A photo posted by Project Baby magazine (@project_baby_mag) on Sep 16, 2016 at 4:23am PDT More from CafeMom: Mom Turns Baby Bumps into Works of Art for Stunning Maternity Photo Shoots A photo posted by Luisana Lopezrojas (@themommysheart) on Sep 16, 2016 at 3:18am PDT A photo posted by Parir en Bienestar (@alepartera) on Sep 14, 2016 at 9:52am PDT More from CafeMom: Mom Watches Her Baby Being Born via Surrogate in Gorgeous Photo Series...

According to the new 2016 dress code for US and Canadian employees, unnatural hair colors are now allowed as long as the color is permanent or semi-permanent (for food-safety reasons, temporary dyes or sprays, glitters or chalks are still not permitted). And while Starbucks’ new “hair color acceptance” rule is definitely a major change for the company, their updated clothing rules are hardly revolutionary. We got our hands on a copy of the most recent version of the Starbucks dress code, and while most of the rules make sense for branding/safety reasons, they’re just so boring....

Whether you’re looking for that perfect last-minute bath bomb gift for your all-black-everything BFF, or you are that person who dreams in darkness, here are 15 goth queen bath bombs that are perfect for dark hearts everywhere. ($13, Etsy) ($7, Etsy) ($5, Etsy) ($7, Etsy) ($4, Etsy) ($4, Etsy) ($4, Etsy) ($10, Etsy) ($6, Etsy) ($6, Etsy) ($13, Etsy) ($7, Etsy) ($4, Etsy) ($6, Etsy) ($8, Etsy) ($17, Pearl Bath Bombs) ($13, Etsy) ($8, Etsy)...

You don’t have to date 18 men prior to marriage (but you can and should if you want to!). Some guys posess many of these traits. These different types can help you weed out the personalities you absolutely cannot deal with. You may also find a nice combo of traits you never knew turned you on. Plus, the different scenarios that come with dating different kinds of men is a learning that you can apply to the guy you do end up marrying should that trait pop up....

For more evidence that you should choose your name carefully — and a little insight into why you chose the name you chose (yup, scientists have figured you out) — check out this eye-opening research on the science of baby naming. For more great baby name ideas and stories, visit BabyNameWizard. Image via ChamelonesEye/sutterstock By analyzing data from the Federal Election Commission, researchers at Verdant Labs found that baby name picks reveal political leanings of the parents....

They’re a little bit traditional and have plenty of historical significance, and according to naming expert Laura Wattenberg of Baby Name Wizard, mining the 19th century has become a hot trend for parents. Check out the best 19th century names: For boys: More from The Stir: 13 Old-School Baby Names Making a Comeback For girls: Which 19th century baby name is your favorite? More from The Stir: 35 Baby Name Ideas From Popular Songs For more great baby name ideas, visit Baby Name Wizard....

If you’ve contemplated what to get in this spot, these beautiful selections will inspire you. Botanicals are always lovely, but so are words, mandalas, animals, and symbols. Here are some of our favorite behind-the-ear tattoos. More from CafeMom: 21 Hand Lettered Tattoos in the Most Beautiful Fonts More from CafeMom: Lady Tattoo Artists We Love: Michelle Wanhala More from CafeMom: 20 Gorgeous Sprig Tattoos That Are Minimalist Perfection More from CafeMom: 17 Sweet Candy Tattoos for the Ultimate Sugar Rush More from CafeMom: Constellation Piercings Will Be Your New Favorite Earring Trend...

From intricate designs to simple lines, the prominent feature or a meaningful addition, a moon tattoo might just be one of our dearest, and it’s incredibly timeless. Here is a collection of some of our current favorites. More from CafeMom: 28 Amazing Tattoos for Autism Awareness More from CafeMom: 36 Majorly Cool Micro Tattoos More from CafeMom: 21 Hand Poke Tattoos That Are Stunningly Beautiful More from CafeMom: 20 Whimsical Wrist Tattoos You Are Bound to Fall For More from CafeMom: 21 Feminist Tattoos to Celebrate Our Power...

Parents of these “wild ones” must have had a little foresight when they chose names that included zippy letters like x, v, and z; they sound a little sassy and, well, ready to Charleston! Some of these jazzy names are short and sweet and come complete with no-frills nickname like Jo. Others are inspired by flowers or lore from the careers of silent film stars and jazz artists who came before, but they’re all ready to roar once again....

In fact, in my son’s class alone, there is a little girl who shares his name (Alan), and I will say it’s equally sweet on them both. As the daughter of a man named Ashley who grew up being addressed as Mrs., I know it wasn’t easy to have a name that was associated with girls. But things are changing and my guess is now, 30 years from now, no one will assume any gender when it comes to names....

Irish tattoos go way beyond a simple four-leaf clover (although those can be pretty too!); they are beautiful expressions of art with Celtic stylings — some with fine details, others with bold colors, and all completely stunning. From entangled and intertwined Celtic knots to spiraled triskelions, we have to admit that we are totally and shamelessly enamored with Irish-inspired tattoos. And don’t think for a minute that just because someone decides to get a well-versed ancient symbol means that the tattoo isn’t going to be original....

Here are 25 times that celebs have slayed in their Fashion Nova looks.

Meanwhile in Britain, it’s a cute nickname carnival. The given name Charlie is five times as popular as Charles; Frankie five times as popular as Frank. And the -y ending is so hot, it’s sending names as stylistically diverse as Oakley and Barnaby soaring up the charts. If you’re an American parent, “cute” may not cut it for you. But other British name trends point to fashion opportunities your friends and neighbors haven’t discovered yet....

Nicole Hill/Rubberball/Corbis Also: Add your pasta the minute your sauce is at a state of perfection. You’ll want to have it cooked, drained, and ready to go when you start your sauce. Take everything off the heat and just combine; no further cooking needed. And speaking of pasta … Unless you like your macaroni melted — in which case, knock yourself out! Macaroni and cheese excellence is within everyone’s grasp, America....

Wear a super sexy bra and panties under your clothes during the day. By the time you get home you’ll be all set for fun. Take a hot bath. Then slip on a silky robe. Slick on minty lip gloss. Anything on your lips will make you feel sexy, and you’ll have fresh breath, too. Shave your legs. While you’re at it, get a Brazilian bikini wax. Everything is more sensitive without all that hair in the way....

See, this is the kind of mathematical comparing I do all the time. When I was pregnant, my obstetrician referred to me as being of “advanced maternal age”. I accepted that. Being knocked up at 44 put me in a certain high risk category. But in all of the excitement of our pregnancy, I didn’t put a ton of thought into the “advanced parenting age” aspect of the situation. So now that the dust has settled and we have a full year of parenting under our belts, I’ve had time to reflect on both sides of being a more “mature” parent — the joys as well as the fears....

Gone are the days of just throwing a cake mix cake at the kids and calling it a day. Parents are worried about preservatives, gluten, dairy … you name it. Kids have life-threatening peanut allergies. Maybe there’s a vegetarian or two in the bunch? And what’s the deal about feeding the parents? There’s a lot to consider. Here, we’ve got the answers to your most pressing birthday party food etiquette questions so you can concentrate on the fun stuff (yes, birthday parties are a good excuse for a new outfit, moms …)....

Love potions were a favorite amongst the girls at Hogwarts, but what about real life? Do love potions truly exist? Yes and no. It is impossible to replicate true love, since it’s an emotional, cognitive process that’s based on experiences and memories. There’s no scientific pill for that. But it has been proven that there are specific chemicals related to emotional states similar to love. A chemical hormone called a pheromone stimulates the part of our brains that increases our feelings of longing and attraction....