Not being able to put your darn phone away is one thing. But this New York Times article focuses on a study that found the overuse of technology can affect our ability to connect with others. All the more reason to think long and hard about your technology habits, especially when it comes to your marriage. A few months ago, I found myself a little too attached to my iPhone, not to mention my laptop, which to be fair I need for work, but also for entertainment....

title: “The Best Way To Soothe A Crying Baby” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-14” author: “Jennifer Hollenbeck”

Say you have a fantasy about spending the weekend in a hotel with a Jacuzzi tub and all the room service desserts you can eat before you pass out in a bed as big as Wyoming. That’s an excellent fantasy, and one you might consider sharing with not only your nearest and dearest, but also the coworker on the other side of your cube. Now … say you have a fantasy about dressing up like a naughty librarian whose job it is to “punish” that noisy undergrad who happens to look exactly like your husband....

title: “The Signs Your Baby Is Teething” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-24” author: “Mandi Shelton”

Well, the key to any successful dance party is getting songs that everyone will love and no one will be offended by (which means we’re sticking to G-rated when there are toddlers involved). By nature, some songs demand more toe-tapping and finger-snapping than others, so we picked out our favorites from that bunch and compiled them for your and your baby’s listening (and dancing) pleasure. More from The Stir: Playtime Music Playlists You & Your Kids Can Agree On Yep, it’s oldies-but-goodies heavy — we dare you to stay in your seats through this whole thing....

More from CafeMom: This Video of a Baby Kicking Herself Out of the Room Is a Must-See “It’s not as scary as it sounds,” Molly Harvey, manager of women’s and children’s services at Crestwood Medical Center in Alabama, told AL.com last year. “The mom can’t really see up into the abdomen. We ask dads to stay seated by the mom’s head. She still has a belly so she’s not going to be able to really watch her C-section....

Some of these topics may be no-brainers, and perhaps you already know where you both stand on them. But there also may be some topics you didn’t think about, and it’s vital to get on the same page (or inch toward it) so you can start parenthood with confidence in each other, your abilities, and the future. A few things explored here are decisions on baby names and working out child care, as well as where is baby going to sleep....

title: “This Curvy Instagram Star Brings Plus Size Pinup Hilda To Life” ShowToc: true date: “2024-08-29” author: “Quentin Mccarthy”

“Mia, 2, is a very picky toddler, but she and my 26 year old boyfriend can’t get enough of them,” sawakc says. “Mia loves them because she can pick them up with her hands and I love them because they have veggies in them!” Taco Cups Prep time: 10 mins. Cook time: 20 mins. You’ll need: 2 tbs cooking or olive oil 1/2 lb ground turkey (you can use beef or sausage as well) 1/4 cup diced onions 1/4 cup diced red pepper 1/4 cup diced green pepper 1/2 can (a little more than 1/2 cup) black beans drained and rinsed 1/2 packet taco seasoning (you can also just add chilli powder, cumin and season salt to taste) 1/4 cup water 1 tube refrigerated biscuits (the small ones that come 10 to a tube) Shredded cheese of your choice Make it:...

More from CafeMom: 15 Gorgeous Spanish Baby Names for Girls That Shouldn’t Be Overlooked Many of the most popular names of today got their start around the globe. Imogen, for example, was a hit in the UK and Australia long before it started charting in the US. And Isabella, which has ruled the most popular baby name charts in the past decade, originally came from Spain. There is magic to be found in thinking outside the box and being open to new suggestions....

But that’s none of my business. sips tea title: “Vagina Nails Are Here They Are Very Nsfw” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-26” author: “Alejandra Quinlan” But that’s none of my business. sips tea

Wheeler goes on to explain that the foreskin’s opening is incredibly tiny so doctors need to open it by inserting forceps. “This rips the baby’s synechia, the bit of skin that’s attached to the head of his penis and the inner lining of his foreskin,” he wrote. “This is also where the newborn’s screaming becomes so shrill and heart-wrenching, where he screams until his lungs have nothing more to offer so his mouth becomes stuck in a silent, breathless, crimson-faced gape of anguish....

So, what’s going on? Are these adorable, retro shoes really just toxic ticking time bombs in disguise? In a statement to Cafemom, a Walmart spokeswoman tells us they’re aware of the viral claims, but they feel parents truly have nothing to worry about. “Walmart takes product safety seriously,” the statement reads. “All products in question were tested before being placed on our shelves, and we initiated over 200 additional tests in the past month to further confirm the safety of the shoes....

A little background: Kathlyn has been living as “Stephen Ira” and attending the private Buckley School in California dressed as a boy. Now that she’s 18, she says she’s taking matters into her own hands. The couple has reportedly pulled Kathlyn out of classes to avoid an invasion from the paparazzi, reports the Telegraph. A recent picture of “Stephen” circulating shows her dressed in a suit with a short non-descript boy haircut....

No matter what size or brand I try, I’m always a little uncomfortable. I feel like Goldilocks hopping from bed to bed trying to find one that’s just right. To separate the good bralettes from the hell nos, I called in my work wife, Brittany.

A new website, GoGreen Online, is chock-full of tips and info on living an earth-friendlier life. Who knew that washing your car at the regular carwash conserved more water than doing the job at home? Who would’ve guessed that your toilet uses more water than your dishwasher? I learned these tips and more playing the Green IQ Game. Check out this site and also this great group Green Organic Natural Simple Living for ideas you can start using this weekend....

Here, all the ways it’s okay to treat your kids differently — and the ways it’s not. DO treat them differently … DON’T treat them differently … How do you treat your kids the same — and differently? Image ©iStock.com/LindaYolanda title: “When It S Okay To Treat Your Kids Differently When It S Not” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-25” author: “Mollie Gonzales” Here, all the ways it’s okay to treat your kids differently — and the ways it’s not....

In short, Andrew was an outcast in his own school. Shelby, whose son nearly died from his first allergic reaction to peanuts at age 2, says she understand why the school took peanut allergies seriously. But to sideline her son from socializing with his friends over lunch or at a school party? To her, that seemed too harsh. “It affected him. He felt different because of his allergies,” recalls the mom from Aliso Viejo, California....

flickr: Photo by anomalous4 The toddler years are the perfect age to start teaching your kids manners and good habits. And MrsManners (Angela Pitre), founder of Family Manners Made Fun, is here to help.* Dear MrsManners, I need help! My two-year-old hits me, spits in my face, yells, “No!” and stomps her foot when she doesn’t get her way. What should I do? — byfarperfect09 Dear byfarperfect09, As far as manners go, the answer is obvious: Your daughter shouldn’t spit, hit, or stomp her feet — end of story!...