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by Betsy Shaw posted in Mom Stories The number of women changing their names when they get married has been rising, according to this Huff Post piece. Another report last month said that only eight percent of American women were estimated to keep their maiden names post marriage. This number was down from 23 percent, [...]

by Gwen Dewar, Ph.D. posted in Mom Stories Is your workplace fair? Studies suggest that perceived unfairness at work puts you at higher risk for developing a variety of health problems – including high blood pressure, diabetes, and depression. It might even contribute to heart attacks. That probably makes sense to most people. And yet [...]

While Kate Middleton won’t be having a royal baby shower, she and Prince William still need to prepare. So it probably doesn’t come as much of a surprise that they’ve already picked out a stroller. Read more from source:“ivillage.com”

Halle Berry, expecting baby number two at age 46, has called her pregnancy the "biggest surprise of my life." Read more from source:“ivillage.com”

Halle Berry, expecting baby number two at age 46, has called her pregnancy the "biggest surprise of my life." Read more from source:“ivillage.com”

by Amy Graff posted in Life & Home Are your kids tired of eating cereal for breakfast every day? Do you wish they’d munch on some fruit before heading off to preschool? Take a look at these fun, whimsical morning meals designed by Ida Skivenes. The 28-year-old Norwegian doesn’t have children but she’s a kid [...]

by Rebecca Michals posted in Mom Stories We’ve seen a lot of pregnancy announcements, but this one is special. Called “Miracle Inside the Box” it captures reactions as friends and family learn of one couple’s amazing news. Dad-to-be Raul, who’s first language is Spanish, shared his story with us: “It is ...

by Jennifer Borget posted in Mom Stories This morning I lied in bed with my two-year-old snuggled against my back. Her arm draped over my waist and her face nestled against my side. I wrapped my right arm around her and rubbed her back. She normally doesn’t sleep in our bed but she woke up [...]

Has date night with your favorite ham — er — man started to feel a little boring? Spice up your weekly romantic night with the three things he loves most: you, sex and of course, bacon. These awesome (and okay, outrageous) products will surprise him with the night of his life. Enjoy! Read more from [...]

Although we’re still convinced Kate Middleton is expecting a little princess, she and Prince William have said they want a delivery surprise and don’t know the gender. While rumors about a possible girl name (Elizabeth, natch) have swirled, a new baby name report suggests that they might indeed be preparing for either sex…or ...