LilSugar

Beyonce Likes Her Nephew So She Put a Shirt on Him

LilSugar — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 10:00:50 -0700

Earlier this week, Beyonce filled the role of favorite auntie with her sister, Solange's son, Julez. While the two spent quality time together shopping in Beverly Hills, the 4-year-old sported a "My Auntie Rocks" tee (you can get a onesie just like it here). Tops giving props to parents and family members have become increasingly popular over the years. Shirts have slogans from "My Dad's Mr. Wonderfull" to "Grandma's My Favorite" to "My Mom's Hot" and just about any other form of kudos you can imagine.

My own kids have received the sassy tees as gifts, but I've never felt comfortable having my 2-year-old wear the one that compliments me when we're out together. What's your opinion on this?

Are Women Pressured to Air Their Plans For Offspring?

LilSugar — Sun, 07 Dec 2008 05:00:49 -0800

Celine Dion has four more frozen embryos, Jennifer Aniston "longs" for a baby and Beyonce is "terrified of having a child." Women who haven't entered motherhood are talking about when they will or why they won't. Meanwhile moms are making headlines for their family expansion plans. Do you think women feel pressured to air their plans? If so, is it personal or societal?

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House of Dereon Ads: Kid Friendly or Are You Kidding?

LilSugar — Mon, 12 May 2008 05:00:41 -0700

The Internet is abuzz over this House of Dereon ad.

Owned by triple-threat Beyonce Knowles and her mother, Tina, the fashion house has taken a provocative approach in advertising their tot line to say the least.

But in this case, with lil ladies glammed up in high heels, leopard hats and overly appliquéd denim, it appears that mama didn't know best.

The outfits look more fit for street-walking than the playground.

Do you think these fashions are age appropriate?

Mommy's Lil Helper: Yummie Tummies

babysugar — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 08:00:57 -0800

Too bad when baby pops out, the waistline doesn't snap back to pre–pregnancy shape. For some, it can take a while to get back to the former self. For others, Yummie Tummies are here to help.

Started by Heather Thomson, who worked for J. Lo, Sean Jean, and Beyonce Knowles, the designing mother of two created Yummie Tummies. Fighting the battle of the bulge after two children, the entrepreneurial mother began sewing the nifty torso tighteners in her NYC apartment. Before she knew it, she had a hit.

To learn more about this secret weapon, read more.

Unlike some other body shapers, these bad boys are made to stay in place, not leaving mums with an embarrassing spare tire. The genius designer told WWD:

The whole idea was to make a shaper that looks good, is comfortable and really works. The fabric is designed to not roll up over your belly and is made for layering over or tucking into pants or skirts. The panel will fit comfortably smooth and will naturally whisk moisture away, which makes them great for the gym. I seriously wear a Yummie Tummie every single day - my bra, my underwear, my Yummie Tummie.

Yummie Tummies come in eight practical styles and ten matchable colors. The wholesale prices range between $26 to $34. Only available in a handful of high profile boutiques in New York and Los Angeles, these tops are set to blaze their way into 400 stores this year.

I can't wait to get my hands on one of these chub flatteners!

Texts and Tunes: Baby Jamz

babysugar — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 10:00:54 -0800

I love the old-school songs that my mom sang to me when I was a child and I like to sing them to my lil one as well. However, I have to admit that I get a tad tired of the simple and repetitive nursery rhymes. When dancing with my daughter in her room, it would be nice to have something a little more up tempo to bounce around to. Enter Baby Jamz.

Baby Jamz is the brainchild of Mathew and Solange Knowles, father and sister of the award-winning songstress, Beyonce Knowles.

Baby Jamz offers an entire line of products - CDs, toys, and games. The hip-hop beats are accompanied by the beautiful vocals of Solange Knowles. Talent is in the family genes.

When I tested the songs on my laptop, my daughter came over with a huge smile on her face and started bouncing up and down - she was sold. I just can't wait to put her in the Mix Master Chair and watch her make her own music.

Your baby will learn the classic lyrics and you might just teach her a little rhythm, too.

Baby Jamz Move 'n Groove Dance Mat ($20)	Baby Jamz CD Nursery Rhymes Volume 1 ($10)
Baby Jamz Cell Phone and Keys Bundle ($16)	Baby Jamz Mix Master Music Chair ($25)	Baby Jamz Boom Box Shape Sorter ($15)