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Of course it’s okay to give kids non-water beverages some of the time. After all, juice does provide some measure of nutrition, like vitamin C (provided it’s real fruit juice, of course); and milk (even chocolate!) contains calcium and protein. But it’s easy to overdo them. To help parents figure out exactly how much is okay, the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) has issued the following guidelines: Don’t give fruit juice to infants younger than 6 months of age....

Sure, tights can make us look great, sleek, pulled-together — But they all get runs in them. It might happen as soon as you pull them on, or it could take months, but eventually every pair of tights gets a creeping ladder. Most of the time when we notice them, it’s too late to do anything about it. That’s where we come in! Because there are things you can do, even in a pinch, to stop those runners right in their tracks....

Once you’ve finished making your holiday desserts, this inexpensive tool has a few other purposes that could come in handy in your kitchen. Test out one of these 5 uncommon uses for pastry bags. Stuffed canapes If you’ve ever had a salty-sweet goat cheese-stuffed date, or downed a martini garnished with a briny, creamy, blue cheese-stuffed olive, you know that these treats pack a burst of flavor in just one little bite....

But there’s no harm in trying, right? And there are few better ways to take your mind off the potential canonical death of your favorite Avenger than with a little intricate nail art. So take a look through these 52 Avengers nail art ideas and saddle up for heartbreak:

Mastitis What it is: This inflammation of the breast is thought to be caused by infection. It typically causes a hard, red, tender, swollen area of one breast, and fever. Other symptoms include muscle aches and chills. How to treat it: Conventionally treated with antibiotics, women who suspect they are suffering from mastitis should be diagnosed by their health care provider. “Even if a woman is being treated with antibiotics, I always recommend they continue nursing their baby and nursing often– especially on the infected side,” says postpartum doula and co-founder of Baby Caravan Emily Crocker....

I love to make slow cooker breakfasts when we have company, or on any day I know we’re going to be rushed in the morning. It’s a great way to venture away from your standard cereal bowl once in awhile. Here are six of my favorite breakfast recipes I’ve found that you can make in your slow cooker or Crock-Pot. And, of course, breakfast for dinner is never a bad thing either....

You catch your baby staring intently at the Aquaphor Baby Diaper Rash Cream on the changing table, as if he’s trying to use his mind to move it to your hands. Your baby is suddenly surrounded by a swarm of cartoon flies. Your baby invented her own sign language that means “Change me NOW!” Strangers in public are holding their noses and backing away. (Thank goodness for travel-sized Aquaphor Baby Healing Ointment for changes on the go!...

But if none of those modes of ingesting these seasonal goodies pique your interest, or if you just plain don’t like Peeps (blasphemy), you can still stock up! There are plenty of other ways of expressing your love for Peeps without eating them. We’ve gathered up 6 of our favorite non-edible ideas for using this beloved candy treat. Some are hilarious, some are outrageous, others might be just the thing missing from your table this Easter....

Cheer for her teammates. “You grow by treating your teammates well even when you’re not succeeding,” says Kelly Peloquin, Coach of Asphalt Green’s Unified Aquatics swim team and a former high school All-American and college swimmer. Moms can talk to their daughters about how to control negative emotions and move positively forward. “Noticing your teammates’ success around you [is] one of the most important things to remember whether you’re winning or losing....

I know. It’s a gross issue, but one we’ve gotta address, guys, because few things are less sexy in life than crinkly-looking, dry lips. I don’t think I’m alone here when I say: Um, no thanks, chapped lips. So, let’s deal with it. Right now. Here are 6 ways to get your plump, dewy, lipstick-ready lips back. The best part of all? Results are immediate. Use a toothbrush. After brushing your teeth, run your toothbrush under warm water, make your lips taut, and brush them....

Here in America, we’re the only weirdos that believe that black cats bring bad luck. Seriously, everyone else thinks the complete opposite (Japan, France, England, Scotland, Egypt … ). Well, it’s time to shed some light onto this darkened Halloween symbol. Here are reasons why you’re lucky to own a black beauty. Black Is Stylish: Not only will you not need a lint remover for those fancy black tie affairs, but holding a black cat is slimming....

If you think your child could be gifted, you’re probably onto something, says Devon MacEachron, PhD, a psychologist with a specialty practice assessing children for giftedness and making educational recommendations to them and their parents. “In my experience as a psychologist, when a parent says they think their child might possibly be gifted, it generally turns out that they are.” MacEachron notes that there isn’t a definitive line that’s easy to draw between smart and gifted....

Then, like most moms, I cover it up with this gem: But I wouldn’t have it any other way. And the awful truth is I wouldn’t. But unlike the child free, I have a little experience being on both sides of this here fence. And let me tell you, the grass, while green enough on both sides, sometimes seems just a little more brilliant and perfect on that other side....

Nope — there are plenty of lovely A-listers who are perfectly content with their A-cup or barely B-cup breasts, and they are just as gorgeous as their larger busted peers. Take Katie Holmes, for example. She definitely isn’t what most people would consider to be “chesty,” but she’s no worse for wear because she’s a bit on the small side. Her natural, effortless style is something all moms envy, and I highly doubt she’ll ever hop on the boob-job bandwagon....

It’s happened to the best of us. We’re in a bind and desperately need someone to watch our child. Be it because of a work commitment or a medical emergency, we simply can’t watch our kids. So we call a babysitter (whose references we’ve checked!), and well, everything just goes to hell. Check out these 9 babysitter horror stories that are actually true! You may never leave your child’s side again!...

“Working as a doula and seeing and hearing firsthand how pregnant and birthing women are treated, I had the desire to do something significant with my photography, something bigger than myself, something that could contribute to changing our broken maternity care system,” says Askins. And these women need a safe place to air these stories. “Some of these women attempted to share their experience and feelings postpartum with a family member or friend, and it was met with dismissive comments and/or criticism,” Askins adds....

It’s nice to see a usually super-slender model embrace her curves. And, boy, does Behati wear them well. A photo posted by Adam Levine (@adamlevine) on Jun 13, 2016 at 6:38pm PDT Love that the proud papa-to-be is getting into it as well. If there’s ever a time to gain a little sympathy weight, it’s during the second trimester. A photo posted by Adam Levine (@adamlevine) on May 3, 2016 at 4:17pm PDT More from CafeMom: Star-Struck 10-Year-Old Brings Out the Softie in Adam Levine We love that Levine is capturing these sweet moments during this special time and sharing it with fans....

But when the owner of Lazardo Art gets done with them, babies are transformed into little aviators, Captain America, mini firefighters, and so much more. “It’s a conversation starter in a positive way,” Strawn says. “Your baby gets smiles instead of stares in public. No baby needs looks of pity. They need smiles!” Strawn says the best part of her happy job is knowing she can help make babies’ worlds more smiley....

With the idea blowing up all over Pinterest, countless moms are eager to try it out themselves. More from CafeMom: An Elementary School Banned Halloween Over These ‘Culturally Offensive’ Costumes In her post, Fenton says she has no problem with moms taking adorable tushy pics or even letting their kids flourish in all of their naked joy in “family settings.” Her biggest issue with #pumpkinbutt stems more from the lack of autonomy on the child’s side and the concept of posting the photos online without the baby’s permission....

While trying to keep grandma’s fingers out of their noses — she seems to take delight in removing the crusty ones — I found some solutions to clear up my babies’ stuffiness. Take baby into the bathroom after someone took a hot shower. The steam will help clear up their little buttons. Try a humidifier in the baby’s room. This will keep the air flowing and possibly alleviate too much snot....