Lil Community: Epidural or Natural?


Updated 12/28/10 6:59 PM · Posted by · 25 comments

Delivering Baby Without Epidural

Pregnancy is a journey filled with growth and learning. LilSugar reader Beaner has been bringing our readers along on her journey and is asking the Community for their thoughts on delivery in The Pregnancy Posse group. In my Prenatal Yoga class last week, one woman said that she's camping out a week before her due date so she can get the epidural as soon as she has her first contraction. I know Read more

Does Star Power Make You Want to Watch My Best Birth?


Updated 07/09/09 6:31 AM · Posted by babysugar · 10 comments

Cindy Crawford and Ricky Lake on Home Birth in My Best Birth

The Business of Being Born has brought more attention to the film's star and co-producer Ricki Lake than she may have ever imagined. The former talk-show host made it her mission to birth her second baby naturally and document the experience to release to the public. She and co-producer, Abby Epstein revealed facts about epidurals, C-sections, and inductions. As an encore, the bubbly girl Read more

Business of Being Born, Again


Updated 07/06/09 9:34 PM · Posted by babysugar · 5 comments

The Business of Being Born

Yesterday was not only the festive tequila filled Cinco de Mayo. It was also International Midwives Day. Coincidentally, Ricki Lake's movie, The Business of Being Born was released on DVD. For those of you who are considering a natural or home birth, check out the $28 flick for an up close glimpse at the process. The former talk show host shares her personal home birth in the film inspiring women Read more

Pushing For the Knife, Not the Baby


Updated 02/20/08 5:08 PM · Posted by babysugar · 30 comments

Caesareans vs. Vaginal Deliveries

It is becoming increasingly popular for expectant moms to choose their baby–to–be's due date by scheduling c–sections. According to a 2007 MSNBC report, "29 percent of all American births are done via c–section." Christina Aguilera freely told People magazine that she opted for a caesarian delivery of baby Max. She said: I didn’t want any surprises. Honestly, I didn’t want any Read more

Baby Bump: The Business of Being Born


Updated 01/14/08 4:27 PM · Posted by babysugar · 28 comments

Baby Bump: The Business of Being Born

Former talk show host Ricki Lake executive produced Abby Epstein's documentary, The Business of Being Born. The film which has enjoyed all sorts of critical acclaim and press, just opened in New York City where Ricki Lake and Keri Russell were spotted hobnobbing outside the theater at its debut. To learn more about the fascinating documentary, read more Read more

Women Only? Not Even Close


Updated 03/09/12 1:37 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Birth Control Not Just a Women's Issue

We're happy to present this story from one of our favorite sites, The Good Men Project. There's been some talk over, what, the last couple months, regarding ladies and their access to birth control. Or basic health care. Or abortions. Or breast exams. Really, pick any of them. Now, while I could (quite easily) get going regarding Komen's debacle with Planned Parenthood or the #issacircus of a Read more

How to Handle Sticky Situations at Work


Updated 03/05/12 2:10 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Handle Sensitive Work Situations

We're thrilled to present this smart Kiplinger story here on Savvy! Working in corporate America, you're bound to encounter a difficult communication situation or two with your manager — from asking for vacation time during a busy month to letting him know that you're considering jumping ship. Whether you're an entry-level worker or in a more senior position, having to address these types of Read more

7 Money Tips For Couples Starting a Family


Updated 02/07/12 10:11 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Starting a Family Finance Tips

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 Read more

Lil Links: Should More People Be Fired For Standing Idly by at Penn State?


Updated 11/11/11 9:22 AM · Posted by LilSugar · 0 comments

Reaction to Penn State News

Only a coward doesn't do something to stop a rape — The Stir Dad's depression may rub off on kids — Health Sarah Jessica Parker sees her husband in a new way — Celebrity Baby Scoop Ricki Lake releases more Business of Being Born — Celebrity Baby Blog A guide to your childbirth choices — FitPregnancy How to get back on track from daylight savings time — Parenting The best gear for Read more

Carla Bruni and Nicolas Sarkozy Welcome a Daughter!


Updated 10/19/11 4:36 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Carla Bruni and Nicolas Sarkozy Welcome Daughter

For the first time in history, the French presidential palace is hearing the pitter-patter of baby feet! Carla Bruni and Nicolas Sarkozy welcomed a daughter at a private clinic in Paris this evening. The baby is the first for the couple — the couple each have children from previous relationships: Carla's son Aurelien, 10, and Nicolas's children Pierre, 26, Jean, 25, and Louis, 14 — and is Read more