For an eye-opening look at how much school has changed since you were a kid, check out these ’80s school staples that your own kids would barely recognize today. For you, though, they will bring back a warm rush of memories — ahh, those were the days! #8 was a lifesaver, wasn’t it? Image via WishItWas1984/Flickr More from The Stir: Vintage Lunch Box QUIZ: What Year Did School Kids Carry THESE?...
OK, so now that you know I’m not one of those “cries bad touch at the scent of a strange man” moms, let’s tackle the story of a Scottish school that sent home letters to parents telling them to dress their kids differently to stop attracting pedophiles. What a load of rubbish. Don’t these schools know anything about the basic rules of how to dress your kids to keep the creeps at bay?...
Many parents consider the time of year when it comes time to make the ever-important list of name options for their little one. Beyond the classic fall favorite, Autumn, are names inspired by their meanings, colors, and connections to fall foods and activities. Some are surprising, some are spot-on, and a few are, well, just a little bit of a stretch. After all, a little imagination could be just what you need to find that perfect name this season....
My kids are getting on my nerves so badly that I wish I could open my closet and escape to Narnia. Some days, the greatest sign of my love for my family is that I refrain from strangling them. I bought my 9-month-old a pair of yoga pants. Apparently neither one of us plans on ever joining polite society again. I eat ice cream out of coffee mugs so that the kids won’t notice and I won’t have to share....
The true magic behind Harry Potter tattoos is that many of them are so low-key, you wouldn’t even know they were inspired by the wizarding world unless you got a closer look (or, you know, asked the person with the tattoo.) If you were thinking of getting some magical ink to make up for the fact that your Hogwarts letter is STILL lost in the mail, we got you covered....
More from CafeMom: 26 Fun Halloween Costumes for Siblings to Wear Together Sometimes it’s hard to get guys to play along into our couples costume dreams. but have no fear! There are ideas here for even the most reluctant husband, ones that take zero time and even less effort. Or maybe the husband is a little too into the Halloween costume plans — in which case, we have ideas that are sure to strike his creative fancy....
Check out our slideshow of undead ink for a little virtual vampire voyeur action, and who knows? Maybe you’ll be inspired to go under the (tattoo) gun yourself! Image via 7H3M4R713N/Flickr More from The Stir: 10 Best Vampire & Supernatural Books to Replace Your ‘Twilight’ Obsession More from The Stir: 5 Best Vampire Movies of All Time More from The Stir: 6 Heart-Stopping Vampire Facts From the Internet (So You Know They’re True) More from The Stir: 10 Fantastic Vampire, Zombie & Alien Shirts for Supernatural-Loving Ladies More from The Stir: Vampire & Zombie Baby Dolls Are Super Cute … If You’re Into Super Creepy More from The Stir: 5 New Vampire Movies to Fill the ‘Twilight’ Shaped Hole in Your Heart...
Unconventional baby names definitely aren’t for everyone — hence, their unconventionality. But if you’re thinking about naming your baby something different, check out these 21 spice-inspired baby names. Not to get all pun-ny on you, but … they’re hot! Poppy: Has become SUPER popular in the past few years Saffron: As in Saffron Burrows Sage: Would be pretty as a middle name Rosemary: Fairly “normal” Bay: Would be adorable for a little boy Juniper: As in berries Cassia: LOVE this name for a boy or a girl Cinnamon: Fine, sounds a bit like a kitten’s name, but still super sweet!...
On one hand, you’re saying to the world, “I’m a reader and I’m edgy” — which couldn’t be sexier, IMO. On the other hand, you’re saying “This is something that meant a lot to me growing up” — which is so emotional. Looking for inspiration? These 22 book tattoos will get you started — and hit you with a glorious wave of nostalgia. schedules tattoo apointment
She’s been making her way up the beauty ranks for nearly 10 years, and at this point, many fans feel like they know her. That’s why her nickname is Aunt Jackie. But despite all people know about Jackie Aina after her years on YouTube, there are still so many cool details about her. Here are some crazy facts you probably didn’t know about Jackie Aina. “This is me. I can only be me....
From the extremely popular to the not-often-used, these ‘C’ names for baby girls are perfectly classy: More from The Stir: 20 Baby Names ‘Guaranteed’ to Produce a Naughty Child Which ‘C’ name is your favorite? Image via Petr Jilek/shutterstock; Evgeny Atamanenko/shutterstock title: “25 Creative C Names For Girls” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-01” author: “John Collymore” From the extremely popular to the not-often-used, these ‘C’ names for baby girls are perfectly classy:...
There are always the ever-popular versions of Rachel and Riley to choose from, but how boring is that? There are so many rad “R” names out there that you should consider instead. Here’s the short list: Are you considering any “R” names for your daughter? More from The Stir: 20 Strong Military Baby Names for Little Girls Image via Vlad G/shutterstock title: “25 Rad Girl Names That Begin With An R " ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-17” author: “Darrell Toler” There are always the ever-popular versions of Rachel and Riley to choose from, but how boring is that?...
Because the “S” sound is always so beautiful, there’s room to get creative with new names. But there are also a lot of great “S” names that can be pulled from the archives … it’s just a matter of preference. What’s your favorite “S” name? More from The Stir: 20 Lovely Literary Baby Names for Girls For more great baby name ideas, visit Baby Name Wizard. Image via OMolleker/shutterstock; Jcomp/shutterstock...
In no particular order, here’s a list of some things you can do that just might make a new mom’s life less stressful. Obviously you don’t need to do everything (you’re seriously awesome if you do!). And remember to offer; don’t wait for her to ask. Many new moms aren’t very good at realizing they really do need help. Tell her you’re there for her. This might sound like a “duh,” but letting a new mom know you’re there if she needs you might help her notice that she really does need you....
The O in Oprah did double duty yesterday when one of my favorite sexperts was on the show. Laura Berman, Ph.D., author of Real Sex for Real Women, always has smart, helpful, and orgasmic advice. She gave tips to start trying tonight. Three types of Big O’s Clitoral. The most common type of orgasm is the easiest one to achieve. Don’t know where your clitoris is? Find it! Dr. Berman suggests to get out a mirror ASAP because “if we can’t find it, how can we expect him to?...
It seems simple enough. You bake a nice white sheet cake, smear it in pink frosting (or any other color; we’re not traditional in that sense!), pipe on some pretty rosettes, and finish up by adding a beautiful script message to the top. A sweet, not too wordy tribute to baby that will bring a tear to Mom-to-be’s eye. Easy peasy, right? Baby girl shower cakes should be sugar and spice and everything nice....
But this year, we’re not just talking your basic all-over pink dye job. No; this year, it’s all about the individualized pink hair. Whether it’s subtle streaks or neon pink roots, there’s a pink hair look to suit everyone — and here are 34 of the rosiest looks ready to ~inspire~ you. Are you ready for this?
Whether a curvier woman needs a dress to attend a wedding, a good bra for every day, a comfortable pair of jeans, leggings that aren’t sheer over her butt, or just a trendy ensemble for going out, it should not be so hard to find something we love for well under $100. Luckily, the options out there are growing. Thanks to the wonderful world of online shopping, there are tons of inexpensive retailers that cater exclusively to plus-size women....
For the busy mom, some early-morning stress (and guilt) needs to be alleviated without always resorting to milk and cereal. The Crock-Pot can be a mom’s best friend here. Slow cookers are pretty inexpensive to buy, make huge quantities of food, and are set-it-and-forget-it easy. The best part? Kids will love a warm and hearty breakfast they can easily spoon into a bowl before sitting down to eat (or, perhaps more likely, spoon into a to-go container on their way to the bus)....
More from The Stir: 28 Totally Bizarre Questions Every Mom Has Asked Herself “Yogrit” = Yogurt “Lady Cleaners” = Cleaning Ladies “Washamine” = Washing Machine “Peeker” = Computer “Peetee” = T.V. “Tattoo” = Thank You “Ooshies” = Shoes “Pantates” = Pancakes “Rockamole” = Guacamole “Meek” = Milk “Blue-ba-berries” = Blueberries “Lellalade” = Lemonade “Whatever Room” = Living Room “Burstday” = Birthday “Gassa Wine” = Glass of Wine “Bitar” = Guitar “Cala-Maria” = Calamari “Rocky” = Broccoli “Hangabangers” = Hamburgers “Brefixt” = Breakfast “Headfore” = Forehead “Bagina” = Vagina “Yook” = Look (“Yook, Mommy, yook!...
