Motherhood Isn't Always Instinctual, Sometimes It's Learned


Updated 11/22/09 4:37 PM · Posted by babysugar · 2 comments

Author Peg Streep Discusses Her New Book Mean Mothers

Sadly not every child can claim that their mother loved them unconditionally and with every ounce of their being. Many women will gush about that immediate affection and connection when they hold their babe in their arms for the first time while others know that it comes with time. Still some moms have to learn how to love their children, as it Read more

Hysteria Director Tanya Wexler Talks Vibrators, Faking It, and Duck Sex


Updated 05/25/12 1:54 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Hysteria Director Interview

Don't be shy . . . It's time to talk sex toys! And Hysteria director Tanya Wexler is writing us a prescription for pleasure. Tanya's film — what she calls "the vibrator movie you can bring your mom to" — is in limited release and stars Hugh Dancy, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Rupert Everett. When working on a romantic comedy that centers around the invention of the vibrator, you end up with some Read more

Model Liya Kebede Talks Minimal Makeup in Cannes


Updated 05/26/12 5:34 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

Liya Kebede at Cannes: Interview and Makeup Tips

For model Liya Kebede, Cannes feels like magic. "It gets into you the minute you arrive here," she said this morning. "It's very glamorous, and I like that it's very international as well. You see all these different people from all over the world coming with their films, which is great." It's been a big year for Liya, who was named a L'Oréal Paris brand ambassador last June and is making Read more

9 Ways to Earn Extra Cash When Money Is Tight


Updated 05/24/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Ways to Earn More Money

I'm sure everyone can do with a little more cash in their wallets. Here are some great suggestions by Wise Bread for you to make extra money. Even though I'm self-employed full-time, I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to make more money. Earlier this year, I wrote a Wise Bread post on websites that can help you earn extra cash. More recently, I came across a blog post on Zaarly titled, Read more

Game of Thrones "The Prince of Winterfell": What We're Still Talking About


Updated 05/23/12 10:40 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Game of Thrones "The Prince of Winterfell" Recap

It's hard to believe that there are only two episodes of Game of Thrones left, and this week feels like the calm before the storm. As Robb, Theon, Tyrion, and Stannis prepare for some serious battles, the ladies in all of their lives start making some moves of their own. Catelyn takes family matters into her own hands, Talisa finally seals the deal with Robb, and Osha's keeping a secret. As the Read more

What to Expect (Beauty-Wise) When You're Expecting


Updated 05/23/12 4:31 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

What Beauty Is Safe and Unsafe For Pregnant Women

Moms-to-be, we salute you. Perhaps your body is changing, and you're not quite sure if your favorite beauty treatments are allowed. In honor of today's release of What to Expect When You're Expecting, we reached out to Dr. Lindsay Cruel, OB/GYN (also known as my dad) to debunk any pregnancy beauty myths. Find out your prenatal dos and don'ts when you read more. Read more

Miranda Kerr Gets Feted For Her Style and Beauty Down Under


Updated 05/15/12 8:09 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Miranda Kerr Pictures at Women of Style Awards

Miranda Kerr struck a pose on her way inside last night's Women of Style Awards held at Sydney's Carriageworks. She hit the red carpet wearing a billowy dress from Aussie designer Carla Zampatti, and chatted with reporters ahead of claiming InStyle Australia's Readers' Choice Award for "Most Stylish Woman." Miranda said of the prize's meaning, "I feel that means a woman is confident in who she is Read more

Mad Men's 5 Maddest Moments: "Dark Shadows"


Updated 05/14/12 3:37 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Mad Men "Dark Shadows" Recap

It feels like just yesterday it was summertime in Mad Men world, but alas, we've already arrived at Thanksgiving. It's not exactly a celebratory episode: Betty's cranky about both her new diet and Don's new wife; Pete's still struggling to figure out his life; and Don and Ginsberg have a showdown at work. Roger, on the other hand, is still using his money to get everything he wants, which Read more

What Healthy Living Advice Did You Learn From Your Mom?


Updated 05/13/12 4:15 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Healthy Living Advice Learned From Moms

Mother's Day is a time to celebrate and appreciate your mom, and what better way than to reflect on all the good advice she's given you over the years? That's especially true when it comes to healthy living advice. Many times, it's our moms who we turn to when it comes to diet and exercise, whether that means following in your mom's sports-playing footsteps, or heeding her advice about eating Read more

Beauty Must Reads From the BellaSugar Community


Updated 05/12/12 2:17 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

BellaSugar Community's Must Reads May 11, 2012

Pump up the volume with this beehive bouffant how-to — Beauty Starlet A Mother's Day gift guide inspired by movie moms — Blaq Vixen Beauty Revamp your bangs with a quick angel-wing braid — Forever Yours Beauty Low on products? Whip up this DIY shampoo — Beautiful Basics A mean green manicure inspired by the Hulk — Bethy's Beauty Spot Read more