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If you’re in need of a stocking this year — or, hey, even if you’re not — here are 6 super stylish Christmas stockings for your super-stylish self. Happy shopping, friends. Image via Cherished Vintage title: “6 Stylish Christmas Stockings Santa Will Love Stuffing You Ll Love Hanging " ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-02” author: “Barry Gillette” If you’re in need of a stocking this year — or, hey, even if you’re not — here are 6 super stylish Christmas stockings for your super-stylish self....

Now, I’m all for wearing whatever darn color of nail polish you want, no matter how old you are! But, if you’re feeling a little unsure about straying into the blue zone, I’ve got some starter steps you can take. With these looks, you’ll be stylish and hip but feel like a grown-up person (versus the girl in detention coloring the ends of her hair with a black Sharpie). Come on in, the water’s blue!...

So, time for some nighttime spring cleaning, I say! Out with the old, in with the sexy. Are you with me? (I bet your mate is!) To get inspired, here’s round-up of nightwear that’s sexy but comfortable enough that you can actually sleep in it. Plus you won’t feel totally mortified if your kids catch you wearing it! title: “7 Sexy Things To Wear To Bed To Heat Up Your Nights Photos " ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-21” author: “Consuelo Cunningham” So, time for some nighttime spring cleaning, I say!...

It’s true. Research published in JAMA Internal Medicine found that poorer sleep efficiency and shorter sleep duration in the weeks preceding exposure to the common cold virus were associated with lower resistance to illness. Thankfully, even when you’re not sleeping enough, you can take preventative measures to stave off a cold. Here, seven expert-approved tricks. Take a quality probiotic. “Taking probiotics can boost immunity, especially for women who are experiencing periods of stress,” says Susan Sloane, RPh, a registered pharmacist and educator....

More from CafeMom: 13 Genius Breastfeeding Hacks to Make Life as a Nursing Mom So Much Easier There are many factors that can influence if a baby is going to let out a burp, and if they don’t, it can be a pain for everyone. From the way the baby is held, to how forceful a parent pats baby’s back, these are all ways that a mom or dad can get tripped up when trying to get baby to let it out....

Annette Larkins not only looks good, she is in exceptional health. At a time when her contemporaries are suffering from a plethora of illnesses, like diabetes, cancer, arthritus and more, she is in near perfect shape. Her miracle cure? Food. She eats what she grows. Larkin keeps a plentiful garden filled with fruits, vegetables, and spices. She also collects rain water to drink and water her plants. She considers herself a raw vegan, which means she does not eat anything processed or cooked....

But did you know there are lots of other reasons to love it that have nothing to do with incredible tasting baked goods? Here, 8 brilliant ways to use butter around the house … Eliminate the smell of fish. I love seafood, but I hate how it can leave my hands and kitchen reeking. (So does my fiance!) Apparently, you can use butter to nix the less than pleasing scent....

Most women accept that they have to work a little harder as they get older. And some are a lot like these 8 female celebrities — they actually look even more gorgeous the older they get. I know, I know, it doesn’t seem possible given how we’re constantly told younger = better. Dancing With the Stars’ Candace Cameron Bure recently admitted that she likes her body now, at 37, way more than she ever did when she was in her 20s....

All you need is your favorite ice cream flavor and some self-rising flour. Are the wheels turning as you’re busy dreaming up heavenly combos? Take a look at some of the delicious and decadent creations we found. We’re not kidding, when you see how easy this is, you’re going to run to your freezer! Image via dailydishrecipes.com More from The Stir: 11 Mouth-Watering Icebox Cake Recipes Just in Time for Summer (PHOTOS) More from The Stir: Light & Happy Rainbow Angel Food Cake “There you go, now you have self-rising flour,” she says....

With these in mind, I’m pretty sure I can get through the whole summer without hearing the dreaded cry of “I’m bored!” Summer just got a little sweeter! The second way is when we allow whoever wins the round to throw a water balloon at the other player of their choice. It keeps us cool and is fun for everyone in the family, except for my husband, who is the favorite target for balloons!...

If you guessed Dennis Rodman, you’re wrong. He’s 6'6", silly! The 31-year-old California native is the world’s tallest model — her biggest gig so far has been landing to cover of Zoo Weekly in November 2009 — but she’s got her eyes set on Playboy. But, uh, wouldn’t she need like an expanded centerfold to show her whole body? How many extra reams does Playboy need to order? I’m kidding, but curious....

Here’s Do It, Gurl demonstrating how to make a paper bag piñata. Embedded content: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5DZ186PLY4 title: “An Easy Diy Pi Ata That S Perfect For All Those Birthday Parties Photos " ShowToc: true date: “2024-08-29” author: “Darlene Davis” Here’s Do It, Gurl demonstrating how to make a paper bag piñata. Embedded content: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5DZ186PLY4 title: “An Easy Diy Pi Ata That S Perfect For All Those Birthday Parties Photos " ShowToc: true date: “2024-09-08” author: “Osvaldo Coleman” Here’s Do It, Gurl demonstrating how to make a paper bag piñata....

For some reason, there seem to be more and more people who just can’t resist spilling junior’s name to anyone and everyone who will listen. Seriously, scroll through your Facebook news feed and zero in on any pregnant friends you may have and what they are posting as far as status updates go. Odds are good that you’ll see something along the lines of, “Baby Ava was kicking Mommy all during the Super Bowl halftime show....

Popular culture’s vision of mermaids is especially interesting. For instance, Disney imagined “The Little Mermaid” as white with hair flowing down her back, taut abs, and a shell bra. Her underwater world is populated by talking fish, singing lobsters, and other beautiful mermaids — none of whom are Black, Latina, or Asian. Still, Ariel, the most recognizable mermaid in pop culture, has since become the standard. This focus on white mermaids ignores an entire canon of Black folklore populated with water divinities, like Yemaya and Mami Wata....

“It’s clear accidents happen and this was an accident,” Goodman told the Kansas City Star. “I don’t want to diminish the value of their art. But I can’t pay for that.” According to Goodman, she, her husband, and children were preparing to leave the wedding reception when one of her kiddos started playing with the statue around the corner. “Our kids were well-supervised and well-behaved. We were just standing down the hallway following the bride and groom out,” she said....

Losing a child is something no parent should ever have to live through. While the couple knew mid-pregnancy Lily wouldn’t survive due to a terminal illness, the decision was made to see the pregnancy to fruition. Though it was believed their baby wouldn’t live through the delivery, she survived for 34 glorious minutes, allowing her parents time to hold and love her. Also, deeply saddened by the loss was big brother Cooper, a kindergartner, who wasn’t told the baby wouldn’t be coming home with the family until after she was born....

In case you didn’t know, en caul births are pretty rare and are such a sight to see, considering LO is still inside the amniotic sac. We’re still in awe of this video, as it perfectly showcases the miracle of life made in mommy’s womb. A video posted by KimmSUN (@anakedmidwife) on Aug 9, 2016 at 12:23pm PDT Here is Giselinha’s video of baby born in his or her amniotic sac in its entirety: Embedded content: https://www....

Here are six creative ideas — that don’t require refrigeration — to help break your family out of the boring lunchtime routine. Almond butter and sliced banana sandwich on whole wheat; carrot sticks. Apple, celery sticks, whole wheat crackers, and peanut butter; Laughing Cow cheese. Hummus and whole wheat pita; fresh berries. Thermos with soup, pasta, or rice; grapes. Multi-grain tortilla chips and salsa; banana; orange; canned protein shake. Vegetable salad with oil and vinegar on the side; trail mix with nuts and dried fruit....

This recipe from The Real Women of Philadelphia comes complete with a video if you like visual help as well. They’re easy to whip up, as the base is a boxed spice cake mix. You add applesauce and some other ingredients to spice it up even more, and the cream cheese frosting on top puts them over the top. 1 box spice cake mix 1/2 cup oil 1/2 cup apple juice or water 2 cups chunky applesauce 1/2 cup caramel apple dip 3 large eggs, room temperature 1/2 tsp....

Carrie was on stage in Corpus Christi, Texas yesterday when she stepped on the long hem of an oversized shirt and ended up falling on stage! Not getting up right away, you could tell she may have fallen in a perilous position. As it turned out, she finished the song (yay!), but she did end up in a brace later! Eek! Check out the Instagram vid a fan caught of the nasty spill …...