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Keep in mind, nature has its own defense mechanism to help protect your kids. Babies and children are extra sensitive to bitter tastes and will usually spit out toxic plants they taste, says landscaper Lisa Cangialosi of When In Bloom. More From The Stir: 5 Terrifying Plants That Will Make You Afraid to Set Foot in Your Own Garden (PHOTOS) A much more dangerous toxic threat to kids are the chemicals you use to treat your garden in the form of pesticides and fertilizers, according to Cangialosi....

It’s just, does is it have to happen so often, and with such dramatic results? The main one being, the horrible guilt one feels when your child cries. Here are just 10 ways I was hit with full-on mom guilt this week. Yes, just this week. No Dessert After Good Behavior After making the deal that vegetable consumption = dessert, I discovered that there was no dessert in the house....

First it’s important to understand that bleeding during pregnancy is very common. In fact, “first trimester bleeding occurs in up to 40 percent of all pregnancies,” says Dr. Arianna Sholes-Douglas, a Tuscon, Arizona–based ob-gyn and specialist in integrative medicine. However, the appearance of the blood (color, thickness, amount) can signify how serious the problem may be. “Dark red or brown blood means old and is not that significant in pregnancy,” says Dr....

While some of these ideas call for fresh fruit, so delicious in summer, you can always substitute frozen and enjoy these year-round! And, don’t worry, a few do include chocolate — dark and white chocolate — so your sweet tooth will be satisfied as well! Image via localtasteblog.com More from The Stir: 10 Summer Corn Recipes Your Familly Will Devour More from The Stir: 11 Mouth-Watering Icebox Cake Recipes Just in Time for Summer (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 10 One-Pan Desserts Ideal for Taking Sweets on the Go More from The Stir: 5 Delicious Ways to Pair Ice Cream & Fruit for the Ultimate Summer Dessert (PHOTOS)...

Check out these 11 beautiful and unique Thanksgiving pies that’ll wow everyone at your upcoming family gathering. Everyone will leave room for dessert this year! Would you forgo your traditional pie for one of these more unusual recipes? Image via Baking a Moment “As the fat renders from the bacon, it actually begins permeating the crust of the pie with its smoky drippings,” Amber says. Please excuse us while we drool....

As a boss, I regularly see women who are totally killing it professionally, but I also know that work is a place where too many women have dealt with creepy bosses, rude coworkers, and opportunities denied because of their gender. I believe that there is power in telling our stories, especially given that there are some people who seem to think we’re still living back in the Mad Men days....

Even though we’re too old to get in trouble, many of us are still keeping secrets from our parents. Whether they are little white lies or giant heartbreaking whoppers, several grown-ups shared these very secrets with us. Image via iStock.com/ triocean “We got married one December for a bigger tax return. He promised me a wedding, and it never happened. And I just never told my parents because I kept waiting for the wedding....

More from CafeMom: 13 Genius Breastfeeding Hacks to Make Life as a Nursing Mom So Much Easier Breastfeeding is an incredibly personal issue. While some moms want to play things closer to the chest, other moms found that they had good reasons for deciding to forgo the boob for the bottle. From mothers who wanted to be able to sleep through the night, to those who experienced medical reasons that prevented them from feeding, to the ones who just simply didn’t want to breastfeed — there is no wrong or right answer to how a baby gets fed....

Your family’s Thanksgiving grace or prayer is a tradition you can build in your home from scratch, and this year we have 13 graces easy enough to teach your kids to say at the dinner table. Even if you they don’t “quite” fit your family, you can tweak them to reflect your beliefs or values. That’s the beautiful thing about Thanksgiving in the first place, isn’t it? It’s an American tradition that leaves space for interpretations by all the different religions and cultures that make our country whole....

All of those feelings can naturally lead to some fumbling, and some awkward moments. And there is no shortage of insane bedroom possibilities when it comes to two newbies trying for the first time. More from CafeMom: 15 Awful Dating Trends All Single Moms Should Be Aware Of I spoke with a group of women about what they remember about their first time and the answers were incredibly diverse. There were moments of real love as well as awkward encounters in the backseats of cars and even the presence of the band Def Leppard, just to keep it classy....

Relax. This striptease business? You can do it, and we’re going to tell you how. Here are 14 striptease tips you’ll both love. Practice. Don’t just wing it and rely on intuition and “the mood.” Try it alone first in front of a mirror, trying out different moves, music, and clothes. “It’s really about capturing the spirit of it all. It’s about your individuality,” Dita says. And by the way, you may want to look up some of Dita’s strip teases on YouTube and steal a few of her moves....

Luckily, there more options than ever for us well-endowed ladies. Whether you’re petite, curvy, or plus size, there’s a suit out there for you and we’re going to help you find it! We rounded up a few of our favorite swimsuit options for babes with big boobs, so your future suit could be just one click away! Available in black, emerald, and red in sizes 4 through 34. One look through the review section and it’s easy to see why this bikini is a bestseller; it looks amazing on every one!...

Sometimes during a hectic morning it feels like you can make time for makeup or hair, but not both. So here are 15 hair hacks that just take a minute or two so you can look and feel great for a busy day. More from CafeMom: 6 Easy Hairstyles to Help Your Kids Rock the First Day of School More from CafeMom: 8 Brilliant Hairstyle Hacks for an Effortless, Natural Look More from CafeMom: 19 Times Kim Kardashian Went for a No-Fuss Hairstyle...

From Gina Rodriguez and Gigi Hadid to Adriana Lima and Khloe Kardashian, these stars are not just knockouts in the figurative sense — they can literally knock you out, too! Image via Jackson Lee/Splash News More from CafeMom: 19 Celebs Who Are Actually Honest About How Hard They Work to Stay in Shape More from CafeMom: 20 Celebrities Who Have Mastered the Workout Selfie More from CafeMom: 10 Celebrities Who Dropped Major Weight and Transformed Their Bodies in 2014...

First we must address the issue many may be having regarding everything Thanksgiving: the stress. It’s true — there can be a lot of stress when it comes to getting the turkey right. Because no one likes a dry turkey, and no amount of gravy can help. More from CafeMom: Thanksgiving Hacks to Make the Holiday Easier We’re here to help and take all of the stress out of this part....

Thinking of ditching your skinnies for their edgier, looser-fitting counterpart? Here are 15 ways to rock a pair of boyfriend jeans like nobody’s business. Actual boyfriend not necessary. Image via Felipe Ramales/Splash News Check out trenches: Icon Trench ($298, jcrew.com); Belted Trench Coat ($39.90, forever21.com) Check out boyfriend jeans: Factory Destructed Boyfriend Jean ($80, bananarepublic.com) Check out chunky knits: Shop the Trends Chunky Sweater ($23.99, overstock.com); Keswick Chunky Polo ($330, topshop....

By that, of course, we mean you need to send a card. Here are 16 that are smarter, sweeter, and a little bit sassier than anything we could write ourselves. If you think you can do better than these, then, well, you should quit your job and start writing cards. We need all the help we can get, here. Image via Jakub Krechowicz/Shutterstock More from The Stir: 10 Kids Who Found Out Breakup Letters Are Really Hard to Write (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 10 Best Mascaras for Under $15 (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 10 Science-Proven Facts About Breakups More from The Stir: 16 Breakup Letters You Have to See to Believe (PHOTOS)...

While some names are focused on the final letter (x, we’re looking at you!), others pay homage to fictional characters fans admire. Laura Wattenberg, founder of Baby Name Wizard, explained how she came up with this sweet 16 list: “I’ve assembled a cross-section of names of different styles which are sneaking up in popularity.” Even if you have a keen ear for style, some of today’s rising hits might just surprise you, she notes....

There are the traditional favorites that go over really well with the kids — like adorable Pilgrim’s Hat Cookies and Fall Leaves Sugar Cookies — but there are also some sweets previously assumed to be too challenging to make. As it turns out, Pumpkin Whoopie Pies, Mexican Hot Chocolate Cookies, and those Snowball treats like Grandma used to make aren’t so difficult to make at all. Some of these are so easy that attempting to bake more than one batch isn’t out of the question....

That spontaneity has proven to be good and bad for our celebrities who eloped. Some are still going strong; others burned out and faded away quickly. Check out this list of stars who eloped. Some are so into it, they’ve done it twice! Image via TK/Splash News More from The Stir: How to Elope the Right Way More from The Stir: Longest-Married Couple Reveal How They’ve Stayed Together for 80 Years More from The Stir: 17 Breathtakingly Beautiful Celebrity Wedding Dresses (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 10 Most Amazing Secret Celebrity Weddings (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 8 Crazy Wedding Treats Celebrities Chose Instead of Cake (PHOTOS)...