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See, the thing is, researchers from the University of North Carolina School of Medicine are now saying American kids are fat because of what we’re doing to them as babies. And you might be surprised by their findings … because this isn’t just one thing that some moms and dads do! After studying a group of low-income parents, the scientists have come up with a whole list of mistakes parents commonly make with baby that can start them off on a lifetime of battling the bulge....

The Business of Being Born. This is one of the best-known films about childbirth. Produced by and featuring Ricki Lake, it weaves together the story of Ricki’s second pregnancy, the work she does with her midwife to prepare for an unmedicated home birth, and an examination of how mainstream childbirth is managed in America. Laboring Under an Illusion: Mass Media Childbirth vs. The Real Thing. Anthropologist and childbirth educator Vicki Elson examines chidlbirth myths and reality....

When you shop at eBay, you can score great deals on essential items for every student in the family, but better yet, you’ll find special styles and colors that stand out from the crowd and make your kids feel special, too. Find the perfect backpackThe right backpack holds everything together—yes, literally, and also just as an expression of your kid’s personality that she’ll carry with her every day. At the eBay backpack store, your kids can filter the hundreds of choices by brand, and then dig in even deeper by color or material, to find a special bag with, say, metallic finish, leather trim, or an eye-catching pattern....

So in the interest of protecting my pocketbook and hectic schedule, I tried to lighten my hair myself. My first stop was the hair color section at my local Walgreens, but all the chemicals and the fear of screwing up scared me. And what happened to SunIn? I didn’t see that anywhere! Instead I decided to try something I hadn’t done since I was a teen: use lemon juice to give myself some natural highlights....

Show your child’s preschool teacher you truly appreciate her hard work in the classroom this year by getting a little creative and skipping all the typical teacher tschotskes. Really. She’ll be so glad you did. Here are seven great holiday gift ideas for your child’s favorite preschool teacher. Of course, the very best (and easiest!) gift idea for preschool teachers is a homemade card from your child. Teachers love to receive personalized artwork and notes (transcribed by mom or dad) from their students....

But are we really surprised by this stat? Kids sit on their butts all day playing with tech gadgets and video games or watching one of the 500 channels now available. It’s our fault. These advancements makes life easier for parents. It keeps them occupied while we get other stuff done. This study got me thinking about all the other things our kids can’t do anymore. Take a look....

Every day they are entrusted to care for and teach our kids. After a few hours alone with my own two children, I find it mindboggling that they can handle 20 or more for an entire day. Not only that, they have to deal with their parents too — which sometimes may be even more challenging. I’m sure there are many types of annoying parents they deal with (I wonder which I might be?...

Now don’t get me wrong: I love getting older. I’m smarter, cooler, and my hair looks so much better than it did when I was in my twenties. But beauty-wise… well, things are definitely different. And I’m about to get extremely real with you guys about what exactly that entails. Here are 7 ways my makeup game has changed now that I’m in my 30s. (You can find my favorite liner brands right here, btw....

As a female with a ahem sex drive, I’d like to point out that I am not the ONLY woman in the world to look forward to a down-and-dirty session between the sheets! You want to turn us on, boys? Here’s how. What are some other ways to turn us ladies on? Image via Oberau-Online/Flickr title: “8 Great Ways To Arouse A Woman” ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-14” author: “John Jackson” As a female with a ahem sex drive, I’d like to point out that I am not the ONLY woman in the world to look forward to a down-and-dirty session between the sheets!...

More from CafeMom: 25 Words All Toddlers Should Know by Age 2 The problem is that toddlers can move too now! And they have no concept of time, or why wearing pants is important, or why they can’t be having their needs met all the time. So making them do things they don’t want to do — like putting on clothes, ending playtime, or going to sleep — can feel like real injustices to these little guys....

We found nine easy and delicious, Mexican-themed recipes that will add a much-needed kick to your usual menu offerings. More from The Stir: 5 Sinfully Good Margaritas & Cocktails (VIDEO) What’s your favorite Mexican-influenced Crock-Pot recipe? Image via pinchofyum.com More from The Stir: 9 Sweet & Satisfying Sangria Recipes for Sunshiny Days (PHOTOS) More From The Stir: 10 Amazing Mexican-Inspired Desserts (PHOTOS) title: “9 Easy Mexican Themed Crock Pot Dishes To Spice Up Your Menu Photos " ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-07” author: “Georgiana Ellison” We found nine easy and delicious, Mexican-themed recipes that will add a much-needed kick to your usual menu offerings....

And after hearing __Holly Madison’__s biggest labor and delivery fear, if there were women out there who weren’t freaked out about the process, they probably will be after hearing what she’s most concerned about. Are you ready? (You might want to brace yourself a little.) Holly is scared that she will push her bladder out of her vagina while giving birth to her baby. (Yes, for real.) OMG! In all of the possible horror story scenarios that ever went through my brain before I gave birth to my son, pushing so hard that my bladder came shooting out of my vag never crossed my mind....

We’ve pulled together a few food and drink ideas with a Democrat slant. But don’t worry, Romney supporters. We’ve got some fun Republican party ideas for you, too. In the meantime, feast your ideas on these blue-state snacks and drinks. We think President Obama would approve — but would the health-minded First Lady? Blue-State Grub Roast Pig: Haven’t you just been looking for an excuse to roast a whole pig?...

While living in North Carolina, no one ever asked if I liked college basketball. They just asked if I bled red (NC State Wolfpack) or blue (UNC Tarheels). As a good transplanted Yankee should, I rooted for whichever team the person asking me did. My husband wasn’t much help either. One of the things that attracted me to him was the fact that he wasn’t interested in sports. Sure, he liked to watched motorcycle racing or downhill skiing, but he wasn’t into anything that would make me a sports widow at least once a week....

I had to endure shots, bruises, and all kinds of meds because when you are infertile and you seek fertility treatment for help, that is what you are in for. You are expensive and exhausting physically, emotionally, and mentally. Infertility, you drowned my heart in disappointment and agony. And truthfully, it was pretty painful every time I heard the words “I’m pregnant” from someone other than myself. And yet, in the midst of all of that — you brought me hope....

But something went… very wrong. “Our mistake! Our social media manager unfortunately posted the wrong clips for model Dora for our new Liquid Lipsticks, and we did not internally catch the mistakes until user comments drew our attention to the uploading errors last night. This footage is shot on an iPhone and then collaged with additional footage for Instagram Stories – our social manager mistakenly confused which clip went with which post....

Whether you’re curious to learn more about autism symptoms or treatments that help, this guide will lay out this info in jargon-free bite-size components. Consider it a crash course on autism that will get you up to speed in no time. Have you tried L yet with your kids? Images via Thinglass/shutterstock; © iStock.com/Anthony Rosenberg More from The Stir: My Autism Story: Gina’s Daughter Has Asperger’s More from The Stir: 5 Kids With Autism Who Inspire All of Us (VIDEO) More from The Stir: One Mom’s Passionate Message to Teachers of Kids With Autism More from The Stir: Severely Abused Puppy Changes Life of Autistic Boy (VIDEO) More from The Stir: What It’s Like to Raise a Kid With Autism — When You’re Autistic Too More from The Stir: Autism Signs to Watch For in Kids More from The Stir: 6 Tips For Potty Training Kids With Autism More from The Stir: Quiz: How Much Do You Really Know About Vaccines?...

Rinaldi, who is now 50, told the New York Post: She says it didn’t help that her husband didn’t want children, so at 44, she found herself childless and apparently not having much sex either. Not sure that having kids would have helped this situation, who doesn’t get a bit bored with their sex life after 20 years of monogamy? Been there, girl. But most of us wouldn’t go to said hubby and ask if they could have an open marriage for a year....

It’s impressive. I mean, if Tom Brady had ditched me for a supermodel while I was pregnant with our child, I’m not sure I could have kept my mouth shut. But Bridget did — and we all loved her for it. Now though, she’s finally opening up on the subject in the latest issue of More magazine — and looking damn good while doing it. Read the surprising — and poignant — things Bridget has to say on the matter after the jump....

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