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Whether you want an easy activity for toddlers or one that’ll keep older kids busy for hours, these July 4th crafts are bound to make your Independence Day feel a bit more celebratory. Love how #8 takes mere minutes to make, but will keep the kids busy for hours afterward! Image via Pretty Handy Girl More from The Stir: 50 Awesome Summer Activities for Bored Kids (No Parents Required) More from The Stir: Fourth of July: Fun Crafts & a Mixtape More from The Stir: 10 Fourth of July Crafts Kids Can Make (PHOTOS)...

Here are some of our favorites. Images via Trader Joe’s A photo posted by Trader Joe’s (@traderjoesfood) on Nov 17, 2014 at 9:13am PST More from CafeMom: 10 Tantalizing New Ice Cream Trends to Inspire a Tasty Summer Ahead A photo posted by Trader Joe’s (@traderjoesfood) on Sep 15, 2014 at 12:07pm PDT A photo posted by traderjoeslist (@traderjoeslist) on Jun 7, 2016 at 5:14pm PDT A photo posted by traderjoeslist (@traderjoeslist) on Mar 31, 2016 at 5:57pm PDT More from CafeMom: 16 Trader Joe’s Products to Buy Right Now: Summer Edition A photo posted by Trader Joe’s (@traderjoesfood) on Nov 5, 2014 at 11:21am PST A photo posted by traderjoeslist (@traderjoeslist) on Nov 14, 2015 at 1:56pm PST A photo posted by @traderjoesinsider on Apr 24, 2016 at 12:51pm PDT More from CafeMom: 13 Grocery Store Staples Experts Say to Skip Buying Forever A photo posted by @traderjoesinsider on Apr 1, 2016 at 12:08pm PDT A photo posted by @traderjoesinsider on Feb 9, 2016 at 7:06pm PST A photo posted by traderjoeslist (@traderjoeslist) on Jan 12, 2016 at 11:01pm PST More from CafeMom: 12 Real-Life Kitchen Fails to Make You Feel Better About Your Cooking...

Dressing up your mantel to highlight the colors, fruits, and, most importantly, sentiments of the season creates a welcoming vibe that immediately puts your guests at ease. We found 12 mantels that make us want to start decorating. Right. Now. (Sorry, pies, you’ll have to get in line.) Image via My Blessed Life More from CafeMom: 14 Thanksgiving Hacks to Save Your Time (& Sanity!) This Year More from CafeMom: 11 Decadent Apple Dessert Recipes That Are Delicious AF More from CafeMom: 10 Quotes From Comedians on Spending Thanksgiving With Family (PHOTOS)...

Oh, and it’s been out for a while, but if he or she hasn’t read The Fault in Our Stars, then add that to this list (and have them read it before they see the movie!). What are your teen’s favorite YA books? What are yours? Image via Stewart Butterfield/Flickr Publication date: June 3, 2014 Publication date: May 13, 2014 Publication date: July 8, 2014 Publication date: June 3, 2014 Publication date: April 22, 2014 Publication date: July 1, 2014 Publication date: July 1, 2014 Publication date: August 14, 2014 Publication date: June 17, 2014 Publication date: May 27, 2014 Publication date: July 8, 2014 Publication date: April 15, 2014 Publication date: May 6, 2014...

The doctor’s office should be a safe place; we put our lives in their hands. But rude comments and stereotypical diagnoses can make it feel like anything but. The reality of that feeling is being laid bare in the hashtag #FatSideStories, which was created by Ali Thompson and KC Slack, two body positive enforcers. While weight is definitely a topic that can and should be discussed between you and your doctor, it shouldn’t overshadow other important health conversations....

Some teachers may think it’s adorable to receive a sweet note from a student. And they’d be right. But sometimes, their writing could use a correction or two. Take a look at the funniest notes kids have ever written to their teachers and prepare to double check everything your child draws! Has your child ever written an inappropriate letter to a teacher? Image via imgur More from The Stir: 22 Kids Who Got Detention for Doing Things You Have to Admit Are Hilarious When is lunch?...

What do you think? Is your 14-year-old girl the worst? What about your 15-year-old boy? Or is it just wrong to call any age of a child the “worst”? The women at Jezebel pointed out this interesting response to the poll, the article “Look again, those teenage demons are lovely” from India Knight, mom of three, two of whom are teenagers, who defends teenagers against the parents who temporarily detest them....

The promising trend shouldn’t come as much of a surprise, considering the numerous benefits associated with having a midwife by your side as you deliver your baby. Here, 15 good reasons to go with a midwife … How do you feel about choosing a midwife over a OB/GYN? Image via Corbis title: “15 Good Reasons To Choose A Midwife” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-22” author: “Jerry Vastardis” The promising trend shouldn’t come as much of a surprise, considering the numerous benefits associated with having a midwife by your side as you deliver your baby....

Here are 16 tips to make your Disney experience the best possible for you and your family. Don’t even try going in without them! Image © iStock.com/BanksPhotos More from The Stir: Disney Insider: 16 Best Spots for Date Nights & Days (Without the Kids!) More from The Stir: 11 Insider Disney World Tricks Every Mom Should Know More from The Stir: 16 Best Bars at Disney (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: How Well Do You Know Your Disney Princesses?...

They loved A LOT but did not hesitate to brutally review a few of the buzziest products out. Check out 17 products Manny, Tati, Nikkie and others absolutely hated during the month of April. “Maybe this could be a little children’s palette. It’s sold at Hot Topic. Maybe it’s meant for five year olds.” “I would definitely suggest not purchasing it because that was a fucking fail for me.” “I love me a nice single great [highlighter]....

And when I came out on the other side, I decided it was time to do something about it. STFU’s Blair Koenig has got the bizarre world of oversharing covered. But what else is there? What else do parents do that makes our child-free friends squirm? Could I be making the same idiot mistakes? Empowered by reading (and yes, laughing at) Blair’s book, I decided to find out. What you’re about to read are the no-holds-barred answers from friends who do not have children....

I’m often fascinated by what attracts us to other people. For instance, why does my friend think Johnny Depp is the world’s most attractive man, but I think he looks like he probably smells like a sweaty ashtray? How can she not see that Idris Elba is the ultimate in swoon worthy? But one person’s hunk is another’s vaguely homeless-looking weirdo because we all have our own quirks and turn-ons....

If you’re preparing for your own bundle of joy this time of year, you may be hoping to mark your child’s entry into the world with a festive name. And while we love some of the typical holiday favorites like Holly, Joy, or Noelle, we were inspired to dig a little deeper for names that ring clear as a bell. With bright sounds and meanings that are cheerful and brilliant, they remind us of a sunlit romp in the glimmer of a fresh snowfall....

Last weekend at New York Comic Con, we saw so many great costumes — too many to count. We especially loved the coordinated outfits that friends and families put together so they could work as a group. If you’re looking for a Halloween costume that will allow you and your little ones to let your geek flags fly (but show a little more creativity than a just off-the-rack costume), chech out this round-up of our favorite kid cosplayers....

A staycation can be easygoing, like watching movies together (dare I say, “Netflix and chill”), going out for some ice cream, or just taking some time to nap and cuddle for once! It can also be super creative, like going to an art class nearby, checking out a local museum, or having a spa night at home. Just unplugging and having meaningful conversation can be vital! Adventurous couples who like the outdoors may enjoy things like hiking, bike riding, or stargazing....

One this likely all summer brides will want? A hairstyle that is out of their face and can withstand the heat. Luckily there is no shortage of ways to style hair that satisfies both of those requirements, and we found a good bit of them to inspire a few ideas! From braids to twists to knots to waves, the amount of elements that can be combined into one hairstyle are endless....

As far as trends go, dot work continues to be really inspiring, along with fine lines and geometric shapes. But we are also drawn to the heartfelt, floral, and always original wrist tattoos by the finest tattoo artists in the business. If you’re considering a wrist tattoo, here’s the inspiration we’re loving right now. More from CafeMom: 21 Feminist Tattoos to Celebrate Our Power More from CafeMom: 20 Sexy-as-Hell Sternum Tattoos More from CafeMom: 20 Tiny but Incredible Behind-the-Ear Tattoos More from CafeMom: 21 Hand Lettered Tattoos in the Most Beautiful Fonts More from CafeMom: 20 Gorgeous Sprig Tattoos That Are Minimalist Perfection...

For L., splitting up wasn’t simple. They had kids together, a mortgage, and many years of shared history. She still loved him — even though she kind of wanted to kill him. They did the whole counseling thing together, and he slept on the couch for months. That was two years ago and I have to admit they seem solid and happy now. Deciding whether to kick a cheater to the curb or to take him back is an intensely personal choice....

Here are 25 of the prettiest and most interesting royal baby girls’ names. Rosalind — Rosalind Hamilton was a British Duchess by marriage and the great-grandmother of Diana, Princess of Wales. The meaning of this name is gentle horse or beautiful rose. Georgiana — Georgiana Cavendish was a British Duchess who was known for her beauty and for being quite the socialite. She was married to William Cavendish, 5th Duke of Devonshire....

Here are the women representing plus-size bodies that aren’t a perfect hourglass that don’t get the recognition they deserve. title: “26 Plus Size Non Hourglass Bodies” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-27” author: “Julia Kinney” Here are the women representing plus-size bodies that aren’t a perfect hourglass that don’t get the recognition they deserve.