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From Houston to Chicago and New York, there are advertisements for the positive pregnancy tests offering them for $20-40 apiece, according to the New York Daily News. Some try to market them creatively, offering options for their use. An ad from New Jersey reads: “Wanna get your boyfriend to finally pop the question? Play a trick on mom, dad, or one of your friends?” In other cases, women are posting with stories as to why they need the tests … or just the urine....

It’s not likely, but that hasn’t stopped people from making comparisons. Youtubers have been putting Fenty Beauty and Huda Beauty to the test, and weighing in on which formula they prefer and why. Here are a few of the interesting verdicts. “How it’s felt throughout the day?” she asked in her Youtube video. “I haven’t really felt it. It feels super comfortable. Both sides feel really lightweight.” She did note the Fenty Beauty Pro Filter’ Foundation ($34, Sephora) offers less coverage and could run out more quickly....

Well, the time appears to be now … sort of. Riley looked noticeably slimmer in a mermaid blue Theia sequin gown at the NAACP Image Awards a few days back. She also spoke about her transformation to People — and it turns out, her weight loss isn’t exactly “Hollywood typical.” What I mean is … it doesn’t sound like she had some sort of epiphany (aka talk with her manager) and decided that unless she got skinny, she’d be limited in the parts she would be able to play....

It’s hard to argue with her. The various surgical procedures she’s had done over the years have made her resemble everyone’s favorite plastic girl-doll. Her extremely small waist, her wide eyes, and her seemingly pore-free skin definitely exude Barbie. Still, whether she wants to admit it or not, she definitely looks better with less makeup on. I mean, she still looks insane, but the crazy is toned down a notch....

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More from CafeMom: How to Pair Your Halloween Candy With Wine, Because Yes Luckily October has swooped in to save us, with the promise of Halloween and all the inspiration it brings. Whether a mom is searching for a healthy bite or a sweet treat for a crowd, check out these wonderful Halloween-inspired snacks, all sure to delight the kids. (And any adult who loves delicious food with a side of whimsy....

How do we know? We’ve locked down 10 science-based facts every brown-haired gal should know. Keep reading to learn ’em. Thank your fam for brown tresses. Eumelanin is a type of pigment, and how much you have is determined by your family history. Basically, the more eumelanin genes you have that are turned on, the darker the shade. … which means you’ll have a hella time quitting smoking. Who knew there was a weird connection between quitting smoking and hair color?...

Well, actually, my name is Wendy but I am trying to become a former frump. I confess that I have let myself go since I had my kids, but now that I’m done making babies, I’d like to go back to looking like a babe. Click on to see the top 10 frump-fighting ideas that are actually attainable for a real mom with a limited budget and not a lot of extra time....

Just because it’s convenient doesn’t mean it won’t still pack a big punch. These recipes deliver tons of flavor without too much effort. Call it a dining win-win. What’s your favorite thing to make in your toaster oven? Image via kalynskitchen.com More from The Stir: 11 Cake-Inspired Breakfasts to Delight Your Family (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 9 Quick & Easy Cold Dinners Your Family Will Love (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 10 Best Instagram Accounts for Simple Everyday Recipes...

We hope these tie-dye cake pops, fudge, and cookies bring extra sweetness to your kitchen. Image via bakedbree.com More from The Stir: How to Frost a Boxed Cake So It Looks Homemade More from The Stir: Insanely Yummy Red Velvet Cheesecake Recipe More from The Stir: 11 Cupcakes Disguised as Other Things More from The Stir: 12 Moms Share Their Easiest, Go-To Dinner Ideas for Busy, Tired Nights title: “11 Fun Funky Tie Dyed Treats For Spring” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-11” author: “Wilma Kohen” We hope these tie-dye cake pops, fudge, and cookies bring extra sweetness to your kitchen....

Here are 11 reasons guys are more afraid of pregnancy than you are — straight from guys’ mouths. “My buddy’s wife had gotten sick from eating deli meat when she was pregnant — something about the way it’s prepared makes it bad for them or something. Every time my wife was near a sandwich, I was scared she’d eat it.” –Jared, 34 More from The Stir: New Baby Name Trend is Totally Inappropriate “I kept hearing stories about not getting any sleep at all....

Nothing ever happened with Jeff, so my crush was really harmless. Maybe even helpful — my butt looked fantastic after all those trips to the gym! But I can’t lie, I did sometimes feel the littlest bit guilty about harboring crushing feelings when I was actually in love with someone else. I hadn’t thought about Jeff in a long time, but then one of my friends confessed that she was having serious butterflies in her stomach every time the contractor working on her kitchen remodel came around....

So indulge them a little with these creative portrait poses for high school seniors. You’ll be glad you helped them create a photo that captures who they are as a touchstone for years to come. Number 10 is a keeper for sure! Do you have a photo like it? Image via © W2 Photography/Corbis title: “12 Creative Senior Portrait Ideas To Celebrate Their Last Year Of High School” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-12” author: “Ernestine Cordon” So indulge them a little with these creative portrait poses for high school seniors....

After all, they have to make time to think about fantasy football too. But, of course, they do think about sex — so it is always interesting to ask them about the little things women do that turn their men on. From the expected (yep, your butt looks great in yoga pants) to the surprising (#4? Who’d have thought?), our panel of guys is spilling the dirt on what really gets them in the mood....

Good thing I have friends who are in the same boat as I am and are willing to share their best ideas for weekday dinners that are quick, kid-friendly, and even fairly healthy. Click on for 12 great ideas for nights when dinner needs to be quick and easy. That’s pretty much every night, right? Image via iStock.com/sturti “I start by making scrambled eggs (three eggs per person) and frozen sausage (three links per person)....

More from CafeMom: 15 Kinda Weird But Totally Awesome Products for Pregnant Women title: “12 Struggles Only Parents Of Twins Understand” ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-25” author: “Miguel Popham” More from CafeMom: 15 Kinda Weird But Totally Awesome Products for Pregnant Women

I’ve never been much for extensive PDA but there can be something sexy about getting turned on in public. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying I want to have sex in public like the couple on the subway car in Vienna. I’m not that far out there — only a little bit out there. But I found the perfect sex toy to help me in my experimental quest: Club Vibe ($49)....

But if you’re also LAZY like me, you might be put off by the time, damage, and expense of bleaching-toning-dyeing-keeping up super-bright unicorn hair. But never fear — there’s literally NO reason that lazy girls can’t rock rainbow hair with the best of them. Here are 13 hacks that will let even the laziest babe get rainbow hair QUICKLY this summer — no bleach or upkeep required. But, warning: This hack isn’t waterproof....

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Check out some of these LOL-worthy kitchen disasters and then tell us: Have you ever had a really bad Pinterest fail? Image via Bekahloren/Instagram title: “13 Pinterest Fails Christmas Cookie Edition Photos " ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-17” author: “Eula Williams” Check out some of these LOL-worthy kitchen disasters and then tell us: Have you ever had a really bad Pinterest fail? Image via Bekahloren/Instagram title: “13 Pinterest Fails Christmas Cookie Edition Photos " ShowToc: true date: “2024-10-16” author: “Robert Haggins” Check out some of these LOL-worthy kitchen disasters and then tell us: Have you ever had a really bad Pinterest fail?...