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Yo Gabba Gabba's Got Some Big Name Guest Stars

babysugar — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:00:56 PST

Are you watching Yo Gabba Gabba yet? If not, it's probably safe to say that your kids are. The hit Nickelodeon show has won over preschoolers, teens, and parents alike since its premiere two years ago, with its catchy tunes, retro-style graphics, and lesson-teaching characters. DJ Lance Rock has a celebrity following that already includes Brad Pitt (who dressed up like him for Halloween last year), the Klum/Samuel family and Christina Aguilera.

The celebs are not just tuning in with their lil ones, they are guest starring on the program too. As Yo Gabba Gabba enters its third season, the celebrities stopping by for a party in their tummies will include Sarah Silverman, Weird Al Yankovic, Jack McBrayer, Paul Scheer, Weezer, Anthony Bourdain, Mos Def, Devo, Fred Armisen, Erykah Badu, Flaming Lips, The Killers, Solange Knowles, Mix Master Mike, Angela Kinsey, and Marissa Jaret Winokur.

Which celeb guest star are you most excited to see?

Dina Lohan to Star in Living Lohan

babysugar — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 14:00:40 PST

First it was Denise Richards, now it's Dina Lohan. These two Hollywood mamas are putting their lives (and their children's) up for display on reality television. The difference is that Dina's kids crave the attention just as much as her.

To see what the mom has up her sleeve,

read more. Maybe I'm out of line but it seems to me that Dina Lohan is riding the coattails of her star wild child Lindsay Lohan to make herself and her other children famous. Dina told Page Six that they decided to do a reality show because,

We have no choice. Tabloids and reality shows are not going away. If they know who Ali is as a person, it’s better.

Ali Lohan is an aspiring actress who wants to follow in her big sis's footsteps. Lindsay may make a guest appearance every now and then (surely unscripted, riiiight). Call me crazy, but if my eldest child was in and out of rehab and posing nude on magazine covers, I'd hardly be pushing my 14–year–old daughter to do the same. What do you think of Living Lohan? Source

Miley Cyrus Unbelted

babysugar — Wed, 13 Feb 2008 08:00:14 PST

Since they are in the spotlight, celebrities often bear the burden of being role models. Miley Cyrus, a.k.a. Hannah Montana is the current girl de jour under the microscope. To read about her public gaffe,

read more. The seemingly sweet, Miley recently celebrated the release of her new 3–D movie Hannah Montana/Miley Cyrus: Best of Both Worlds Concert Tour. And according to cinematical.com, a portion of the film reveals the pop singer and her achy-breaky famous father, Billy Ray, unbuckled in the back seat of a Range Rover en route to a concert rehearsal. ConsumerReports.org is up in arms over the incident saying,

It seems to us that Miley, her father, and Disney had a perfect opportunity to help influence teens and counteract-rather than encourage-this trend.

While I strongly believe everyone should wear a seatbelt at ALL times, I think it's a tad harsh to spotlight the young songstress for negative behavior when so far, she's been near angelic compared to her Hollywood peers. Update: Miley Cyrus and her father, Billy Ray Cyrus admitted to People magazine that they goofed:

We got caught up in the moment of filming, and we made a mistake and forgot to buckle our seatbelts. Seatbelt safety is extremely important.

What's your opinion of this seatbelt situation? Source

Lil Links: Postpartum Sex Tips For New Dads

Rebecca M Gruber — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 05:32:50 PST

A dad's guide to postpregnancy sex - Parenting
5 things not to say to divorced moms - The Stir
Bobbi Kristina was Whitney Houston's pride and joy - Celebrity Baby Scoop
Lily Aldridge debuts her baby bump - Celebrity Baby Blog
3 simple exercise routines to get expectant mamas going in the morning - FitPregnancy
Mom gets fired for asking to pump at work - The Bump
Can you cheat at potty training? - Momformation
New Barbie wears your face on her stomach - Yahoo! Shine
7 creative birthday party ideas for under $7 per guest - LearnVest
Former Spice Girl Emma Bunton is inspired by her kids for a children's fashion line – Child Mode

Celebaby Roundup!

Katie Henry — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 14:34:10 PST

Celebrities had an active weekend with lunch dates and plenty of birthday celebrations! Heidi Klum stepped out with her daughters for a bite to eat while Nicole Kidman took Faith Margaret to a party. Helena Bonham Carter went sledding in London and Jennifer Garner stopped to pick up coffee with young Seraphina - click through to see what they were all up to!

The Snowy Day Celebrates 50 Years of Breaking Racial Boundaries

LilSugar — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 03:17:00 PST

While a parent reading The Snowy Day to their child in 2012 might not think twice about its societal impact, the book broke racial barriers when it was published 50 years ago. The story itself is a sweet, straightforward one that tells the tale of Peter, the young protagonist, exploring his neighborhood on a snowy day, but the fact that Peter is African American was a bold departure from the standard for children's books in 1962.

In honor of the The Snowy Day's 50th anniversary, Viking has released a special anniversary edition of the Caldecott Medal-winning kids classic. And if you live in Amherst, MA, or San Francisco, CA, bring your kiddies to "The Snowy Day and the Art of Ezra Jack Keats," a touring exhibition that celebrates the important history of the little book that tells a big story.

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.

Lil Links: Parenting Advice You Might Want to Skip

Rebecca M Gruber — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 05:32:49 PST

Ten terrible pieces of parenting advice moms should ignore - The Stir
It's twin Tuesday for Tabitha and Loretta Broderick - Celebrity Baby Scoop
Steal Knox Jolie-Pitt's cool, casual style - Celebrity Baby Blog
Home births jumped 29 percent! - FitPregnancy
Sanity-saving tips for pumping at work - Parenting
Trying to conceive? You might want to spend more time in the sun - The Bump
Three simple lunch ideas for kids - Momformation
Can you love your children too much? – HuffPost Parents
Why you won't catch Katherine Heigl watching Dance Moms - Yahoo! Shine
The new CMYK Zen and Monochrome Zen Strollers are colorful! – Child Mode
Nine things to know about maternity leave - Real Simple

50 Geeky Date Ideas For Valentine's Day (and Beyond)

GeekSugar — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 06:30:10 PST

Coming up short for Valentine's Day date ideas? If you and your sweetheart are more of the geeky persuasion, simply hitting up an overpriced restaurant just won't cut it. We brainstormed 50 date ideas that incorporate science, tech, and video games, for a special Valentine's eve. But don't limit yourself - tackle these date ideas all year!

Bundle up, pack a dinner picnic, and head to the park for some stargazing.
Watch Contact (for the millionth time).
Go to a science museum.
Hit the natural history museum and check out your favorite dino bones.
Go retro - grab a roll of quarters, a slice or two, and hit the pizza parlor arcade.
Build your own planetarium with glow-in-the-dark stickers.
Catch up with the Doctor Who craze by watching the series from the beginning.
Throw a Star Wars party for two.
Whip up a batch of Cloud 9 mojitos (complete with mason jar glasses) and have a Battlestar Galactica marathon.
Visit Nerdy Day Trips and find geeky stuff to do near you.
Go to the planetarium.
Take a dream vacay to the Hobbit Hotel in New Zealand.
Spend a few romantic nights in the Hobbit House of Montana.
Visit the actual Lord of the Rings movie set.
Travel to the Chott el Djerid salt lakes in Tunisia, which were transformed into Luke Skywalker's home on Tatooine.

See the rest of the list after the break!

Celebaby Roundup!

Mackenzie Wagoner — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 14:24:12 PST

Celebrities were living it up in the sun with their cute kids this weekend. Britney Spears took her little guys bowling, while Halle Berry and Nahla Aubry had a seaside afternoon. Jessica Alba hung out with Haven in a warm but shaded park corner, and Heidi Klum was out with the ever-active Lou and Leni - click through to see what they were all up to!