If your tot is tired of the same old snacks like cheese and crackers or baggies of sliced fruit or vegetables, mix them up. Last night, I tried two finger foods out on my 20-month-old son that he gobbled up. For fruity nibbles, take grapes and cover them in a layer of soft cheese like chevre, quark, or cream cheese, and then roll the balls on a plate of crushed almonds or pistachios. Chill and serve.

If you're looking for warm munchies, take the stems out of mushrooms and fill the centers with a blend of ricotta cheese and bit of pesto. Bake them until the cheese sets, then let them cool before serving.
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After gushing about the birth of her new bundle of joy, Sunday Rose Urban, Nicole Kidman is back to work. The baby is the actress's third child as she has daughter, Bella and son, Connor, with her ex-husband, Tom Cruise. The strawberry-blond beauty who barely gained any visible weight while pregnant and did yoga to tone up is all about business. One report said:

Kidman, who whipped into shape faster than paparazzi can snap, is heading for the set of Australia to shoot scenes with hunky co-star Hugh Jackman, according to reports. The epic film, set during WWII, teams Nic with Moulin Rouge mastermind Baz Luhrmann.

Were you ready to go back to work after three weeks?
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There's no time like summertime to whip up frosty Popsicles to beat the heat. Regular old trays and sticks will do the trick, but this Cuisipro Sailboat Pop Mold ($17) can turn a fruity piece of ice into a magical treat. The tray has slots for six chilly sails. Create striped masts by layering flavors and for some adult fun, fill the boats up with margaritas or strawberry daiquiris. Your friends, both lil and tall, will be impressed with your artful gesture.

Nothing makes a pregnant woman feel sexier than a good old worn out pair of cotton granny panties, right? Wrong. While comfort is key for the nine months and beyond, sacrificing your derrière’s appearance is no excuse. The creators of the fabulously popular Hanky Pankies have made their way into maternity wear.

Much like their original undies, these stretchy lace skivvies suit most any body type to perfection. Leave the spare tire at home and forget about muffin top issues when you sport a pair of the maternity Hanky Pankies ($28) from Pea in the Pod. Fitting just below the expanding belly, the panties lay flat on your midsection and leave the tush looking perfectly seamless. Available in flirty colors, your other half will find these a welcome change from your Hanes Her Way bloomers.

The other day I stepped into my local toy store to pick up a few things for my daughter. Browsing the doll section, I stumbled upon these soft cuddly Baby Bottom dolls. Clothed in diapers and a tee–shirt, the $20 tag read, "anatomically correct."

Curiosity got this cat. I pulled the bloomers down and took a peek into the toy's nether regions. A tad surprised, I reacted with an elementary attitude. I pulled the britches up and chuckled to myself. For tots showing interest in the opposite sex's anatomy, a Baby Bottom doll may help mom and dad tackle a difficult subject with some ease. Aside from their physical exactness, the machine washable dolls are also politically correct: parents can choose Hispanic, Asian, African–American or Caucasian ethnicities.