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Many guys will act like they’re doing us a HUGE favor when they sit down with us to watch that new rom-com we’ve been dying to see. They’ll roll their eyes, act all put out, and tell us we definitely owe them one. It’s as if we’re asking them to endure some sort of horrifying torture for us. Of course, we’ve always wondered if this was not some sort of big act they were putting on in the name of “the guy code” or something … That’s why we decided to poll some men — dads, non-dads, gay, straight, attached, and single — to find out if we could trouble them to name a favorite in the romance movie genre....

When a mom recently proudly pronounced that her teenager is still wrapped up in the thrall of Santa, all three went through my mind, and then some. I get why the mom is so proud: I want my (now 7-year-old) daughter to enjoy the magic of childhood for as long as possible. But at what point does it become cruel to let our kids believe a fat guy in a red suit will be flying ‘round the world on Christmas Eve?...

I’m personally VERY here for self-love, and all the ways we can get there. In fact, I tell myself that I live at 1515 “I Look Great Today” Avenue. Yeah, I went there. You could do the same, and here’s one better: You should do the same. Here are 15 body-positive mantras to boost your mind, body, and spirit. Your body is not to be taken for granted, and an attitude of gratitude will take you far....

We all remember our first crush, right? Mine was on a boy named Ryan who cruelly checked the “no” box on my “do you like me, yes or no?” note in fourth grade. His “no” and the fact that Jordan Knight of the New Kids on the Block was too old for me were the twin heartbreaks of my young life. No, Jordan, I’ll be loving you forever. I love a good crush story, so I asked some of my friends to share their first memory of love and got some totally sweet stories....

Historically, tattoos were a way to label outsiders and troublemakers. But that image is far from the connotation of the tattooed body today. Most millennials have considered getting a tattoo, and the trend has quickly become mainstream. We have teachers, judges, and even librarians getting their favorite Jane Austen character (Lizzie Bennet) tattooed on their biceps. But what about mothers? More from Cafemom: 15 Breathtaking Images of Childbirth in All Its Raw, Beautiful Glory These days, moms rock everything from gorgeous flower art to unique symbols and characters from other languages....

Sure, there’s something to be said for doing things the old-fashioned way; back when we were kids, our parents didn’t have to stress about things like too much “screen time” or the dangers of sexting, but let’s face it: nobody misses dial-up Internet or rewinding cassette tapes (unless you’re incredibly unwilling to embrace change or have a major obsession with all things retro). More From The Stir: 21 Things ’80s Kids’ Did That Would Horrify Us Now Still, it’s always fun to indulge in a little harmless nostalgia, particularly when that trip down memory lane involves showing kids pictures of now-obsolete items that used to be part of everyday life (You used that for what?...

Unfortunately, thanks to some people out there, pickup lines have gotten a bad reputation. We get it though. There’s an abundance of lines that are just so bad and cringeworthy, we wonder who gave these folks the idea that they would work on a human being. A study from 2010 revealed that the majority of men don’t really know what kind of pickup line to use with women, and they often overestimate the success of sexual innuendo–ridden ones....

Here are 16 bra hacks that are definitely worth a try. More from CafeMom: 12 Best Bras for Tweens & Teens More from CafeMom: 10 Celebrities Who Refuse to Wear Bras (PHOTOS) More from CafeMom: 7 Bra Mistakes You’re Probably Making & Tips on How to Fix Them More from CafeMom: 12 Sports Bras Face Our Intense Test: Which Ones Beat the Bounce? (PHOTOS) More from CafeMom: 5 Nursing Bras That Will Make You Feel More (Sex) Kitten Than Cow...

More from CafeMom: 21 Baby Names That Are Going to Disappear in 2017 What does it mean when a name is starting to slowly fade into obscurity? CafeMom spoke with baby naming expert Laura Wattenberg from Baby Name Wizard, who shared a little insight into how name popularity has changed in the past year. She tells CafeMom, “Most [names that are disappearing] are ’60s-’80s hits that have entered the dreaded ‘mom/dad name’ valley, though a few like Kasey and Caitlin are more recent hits....

Laura Wattenberg, founder of BabyNameWizard.com, believes names ending in -s have a certain power to them. “Classical -s endings appeal to parents with a distinguished antique style, accented with a pinch of mystery,” notes Laura. For example, she says that according to most baby name dictionaries, Toby, Tobiah, and Tobias are identical — just different ways of writing the same biblical name — “but in terms of fashion and impact, one stands apart....

Sadly, that’s a long time from now. So, to pass the time as you binge “Legally Blonde” over and over again, why not kick your outfits up a notch and embody Elle Woods’ iconic style? If there’s two things our girl loves its shopping and the color pink. Thus, here are 18 pink things you can buy while you impatiently wait for “Legally Blonde 3” to hit theaters. Channel your inner Elle Woods with these fuchsia platform sandals and stomp on anyone who stands in your way....

The sultry entertainer may no longer be with us, but her beauty and style influence lives on through your favorite celebrities. Check out these 18 celebrities who channeled Marilyn Monroe with their beauty look.

Before there was Kim Possible, Phineas and Ferb, and The Proud Family in the 2000s, there was Rugrats, Hey Arnold!, Arthur, and The Wild Thornberrys. All of these shows had characters that were funny, smart, adventurous, kind, tough, or all of the above. I mean, who didn’t dream of being a Powerpuff Girl or hanging out with the Rocket Power crew. And with all of these fun and awesome characters can actually come some pretty solid name inspiration....

Take a look, have a laugh, then try something completely different, please. What exactly is #15 trying to say to us … and why does it make us feel like we’re in a horror film? Image © Josh Gosfield/Corbis Well, OK, so the pizza part is right … More from The Stir: 10 Funny Ways to Announce a ‘Surprise’ Pregnancy More from The Stir: 10 Strange & Unrealistic Stock Photos of Pregnant Women More from The Stir: 15 Unintentionally Hilarious & Inappropriate Kid Drawings (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: 15 Fabulous Pregnancy Announcement Ideas (PHOTOS)...

Sometimes a simple hair accessory is the answer to switching up our everyday look. Scarfs, ribbons, flowers, and even glitter are all fun ways to add some color and style to our hair. There are also different kinds of braids that work on short hair. French braids and waterfall braids can be super cute. Hair clips and bobby pins can also be a lifesaver when someone is dying to keep their hair out of their face....

Are the plants getting enough light? Is it time to trim away old growth? Is fertilizer even needed? Undeniably with an indoor garden comes a lot of work, research, and responsibility. Though it may seem like more effort than it is worth, just taking a look at some thriving indoor gardens will prove it totally is. Luckily we found some truly gorgeous rooms and plant stations to properly inspire the aspiring indoor gardener — and believe us, it can get pretty darn magical....

According to Statista, four in 10 U.S. adults between the ages of 18 and 69 have at least one tattoo, with 25 percent of that figure copping to more than one piece of body art. Of course, there’s no single reason people choose to get inked, but the most popular (and, frankly, most obvious) reason being to express themselves. Interestingly, rounding out the top three, Statista says folks are compelled to get body art as a way to pay tribute to their kiddos....

Having said that … they suck. Maybe not as much as other kids, but they can. Well, at least 20 things about them do. I can’t remember the last adult movie I saw in a theater, but I’ve seen Frozen three times. (Okay, I loved it, but still.) They have zero appreciation for an immaculately organized playroom. In fact, it seems, that’s when it’s the most fun to trash it....

Wedding cake toppers can also be a cool way to tie in the wedding theme or they can make a good souvenir afterwards (if they’re not edible of course). Some people do a simple and elegant style — like a calligraphy topper. Others really think outside of the box and let their personalities shine. This list includes cake topper ideas for Star Wars fans, Disney fans, those who enjoy hiking, ice hockey, and even Legos!...

Here, our votes for the most awesome baby boy names inspired by POTUS. Abram: Here’s a two-fer: Abram was James Garfield’s middle name and offers a hipper tweak to Lincoln’s moniker. It’s a fair choice, if we do say so ourselves. Barack: Too soon to pay tribute? Nah. We love the clever, athletic name of our current president. Birchard: Birchard was Rutherford Hayes’ middle name (and his mom’s maiden name)....