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Octuplets Make 14 Children For Southern California Family!

LilSugar — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 06:00:06 PST

Eight might be more babies than many mamas can handle, but for the Southern California woman who just birthed octuplets - it appears she already had her hands full. Recent reports say that the newborn multiples have six older siblings (including one set of twins).

The children and their mother live with the grandparents who are overwhelmed and caring for the young charges while their daughter and the infants remain hospitalized. No comment was made as to whether or not the mother took fertility drugs.

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Who Wins the Battle of the Big Families?

LilSugar — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 15:00:54 PDT

TLC has cornered the market when it comes to big families. They've got the sassy and sweet Gosselins and the calm and collected Duggars. While Jon and Kate are raising eight, Jim Bob and Michelle are expecting their 18th lil bundle of love. The two shows are very different, which one do you prefer?

Tom and Katie Treat Suri and Connor to a Sunday Night Dinner

Allie Merriam — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 06:45:14 PST

Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes took their children Suri and Connor out to dinner in LA last night. They skipped out on all the happenings at the Grammys, instead choosing to focus on family over a meal at Bouchon Bakery. Tom's home in LA again after finishing up work on One Shot. He's now gearing up to shoot We Mortals Are with director Doug Liman. Another of Tom's projects, Oblivion, is moving forward with production as well, having added Morgan Freeman to the cast. This will be a big month for the Cruise-Holmes clan. Katie and Tom, one of Hollywood's cutest couples, are looking forward to their latest Valentine's Day together tomorrow. He's also gearing up for a return to the Oscars, where he'll be a presenter, on Feb. 26.

David and Harper Show Their Support For Victoria Beckham at Her NYFW Presentation

Lauren Turner — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 11:30:28 PST

Today is a big day for the Beckham family since Victoria showed her latest collection at NY Fashion Week. The presentation, which took place at the NY Public Library, was packed with famous faces including Vogue editor Anna Wintour and Victoria's husband, David. He was spotted carrying Harper into the show, though he had his hands free to take pictures while sitting in the front row. The Victoria Beckham collection featured plenty of sexy dresses, but there was one super-sweet addition since Victoria named a handbag after her 7-month-old daughter, Harper.

4 Reasons to Love the New Tesla Model X (And 1 Reason You Won't)

Kristy Korcz — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 09:21:25 PST

Tesla announced the latest edition to its eco-friendly car lineup, the Model X, earlier this week. Staying true to its roots, the Model X will be sleek, powerful, and of course, easy on the planet, thanks to its all-electric motor. But more than just a pretty face, the Model X comes with some features you may not want to pass up. Check them out below and stay tuned for the Model X to hit the streets in 2014.

All electric motor - Of course, the most attractive thing about the Model X is its ability to go 200 to 270 miles on a charge from its electric motor, omit zero emissions, and go from zero to 60 in just 4.4 seconds. It's an eco lover's dream!
It's big enough for the family - Seating seven adults, the Model X is perfect for a growing family or car-share commuters. Three rows make for an easy ride!
Falcon Wings - You heard me right. Falcon Wings. Instead of sliding open like a minivan or swinging out like an SUV, the back doors on the Model X open up and out of the way to allow for more space to get in and out of the vehicle and to squeeze into narrow parking spaces. Easily one of the coolest things I've seen on a car.
The dashboard - The front panel of the Model X comes with a massive touch screen display to provide GPS and battery information, entertainment, and lots more.

Why on earth would you have a reason to hate a car that looks like this? Find out after the break.

Miranda Kerr and Alessandra Ambrosio Go Calendar Girl For VMAN

Allie Merriam — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 08:53:29 PST

Miranda Kerr and Alessandra Ambrosio were among the models selected by guest editor Carine Roitfeld for a spread in VMAN. Their new issue hits newsstands next Tuesday, Feb. 14. The girls, along with ten other models, including Adriana Lima, Doutzen Kroes, and Chanel Iman, did a pinup shoot made to look like the 12 pages of a calendar. It was a reunion of sorts for some of the ladies, like Adriana, Alessandra, and Miranda, who are all Victoria's Secret Angels. Miranda is currently Down Under with her family, while Alessandra is taking a hiatus from her Angel duties while pregnant. Adriana, though, stepped out earlier this week for a VS Valentine's Day event and told us about what she and husband Marko Jaric have planned for the big day.

Click through to see Miranda, Adriana, and more models, like Lily Donaldson, Joan Smalls, and Izabel Goulart.

Photos courtesy Willy Vanderperre for VMAN

What to TiVo: Thursday

BuzzSugar — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:59:00 PST

8:00 Wipeout (new)
9:00 Grey's Anatomy (new)
10:00 Private Practice (new)
12:00 Jimmy Kimmel Live (new, with guests Courteney Cox and Tony Bennett)

8:00 The Big Bang Theory (new)
8:30 Rob (new)
9:00 Person of Interest (new)
10:00 The Mentalist (new)
11:35 Late Show With David Letterman (new, with guest Nicolas Cage)
12:37 Late Late Show With Craig Ferguson (new, with guests Lisa Kudrow and Weird Al Yankovic)

8:00 American Idol (new)
9:00 The Finder (new)

8:00 30 Rock (new)
9:00 The Office (new)
9:30 Up All Night (new)
10:00 The Voice (repeat)
11:35 Tonight Show With Jay Leno (new, with guests Denzel Washington and Octavia Spencer)
12:35 Late Night With Jimmy Fallon (new, with guests Zooey Deschanel and Chris Hardwick)

8:00 The Vampire Diaries (new)
9:00 The Secret Circle (new)

4 Moves to Say Goodbye to Saddlebags

Self — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:54:13 PST

We are pumped to share one of our favorite stories from Self here on FitSugar!

If you're saddled with saddlebags, you probably think you got the short end of the family gene pool stick. But, lucky for you, those pesky fat deposits surrounding your hips, thighs, and butt are far easier to banish than, say, Great Aunt Hilda or your bossy big sister. "Saddlebags are largely determined by genetics, hormones, and age, but women can still affect the shape of their bodies through nutrition and exercise," says Rebekah Rotstein, a New York-based Pilates instructor who recently released the Pilates For Buff Bones DVD.

Not sure where to begin? Rotstein recommends utilizing large muscle groups rather than relying on spot training for fast results. "Pilates get results because it's a whole-body exercise program and works your muscles synergistically," she says. "Muscles aren't meant to function independently but as a team!"

Just remember to keep your expectations realistic. No workout in the world can turn you into Cameron Diaz overnight. "All women have padding at their hips, no matter how thin we are (even Diaz!)," says Rotstein. "It's what differentiates us from men and accentuates the curves you've got!"

To tone up those saddlebags fast, add these four moves to your regular workout routine. Check out the moves after the break.

7 Money Tips For Couples Starting a Family

Business Insider — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:15:00 PST

We're thrilled to present this smart Business Insider story here on Savvy!

Middle-income parents will spend nearly $227,000 in 17 years for children born in 2010, according to the United States Department of Agriculture.

But don't let that scare you - saving for a family can actually be fun if you know what you're doing.

"The most important thing to understand is that your priorities are going to change and your spending habits need to change to reflect those changes," says Stuart Ritter, a financial planner at T. Rowe Price.

With Ritter and other financial experts' help, we'll help you prepare.

Invest in a 529 savings plan

Saving for your child's education is crucial to his or her success, and 529 plans are tax-advantaged college savings accounts that are available in all 50 states.

Most are free to set up, while some states require a minimum of $25 to open an account, says Adam Koos, a certified financial planner with Libertas Wealth Management. Anyone can contribute and take advantage of the tax benefits.

Open the plan before your child is born, says Ritter, and name yourself the beneficiary. You can change the name on the account once your child is born.

Read on for more.

David Beckham on Having "One More or Two More" Kids, Harper Growing Up, and His Protective Sons

Lauren Turner — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 10:15:37 PST

David Beckham taped an episode of The Jonathan Ross Show in London on Saturday. He was in England last week promoting his new underwear line for H&M, which we got a closer look at during the sexy, shirtless commercial that aired during the Super Bowl yesterday. David covered up in a suit on Friday night to party with pal Prince Harry at the exclusive Arts Club. David's recent talk show appearance was focused on his family, though, and he shared sweet quotes about his little girl Harper and the possibility of expanding the Beckham bunch. Here's more from David Beckham on The Jonathan Ross Show:

On expecting another boy: "After having three boys, you just assume that you’re going to have another boy, but when we got told she was a little girl, it was amazing."
On adding to the family: "We might have one more or two more, you never know. We’re not thinking about it yet, but if it happens, great. We’re enjoying the kids as it is. It’s always a thought."
On Harper having big brothers: "I just want them to protect her when she’s at that age. At that age when she needs protecting. Cruz does taekwondo, Brooklyn does boxing and Romeo does karate, so they’ll all be ready. Cruz is the one who’s going to really look after Harper, he’s the tough one."
On Harper growing up so fast: "Harper is seven months now. I can’t even look at her without welling up."