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News From New Moon, JT Jokes About In-Laws, and Oprah Asked to Apologize For Making Dr. Phil Famous

Molly — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 14:47:08 -0700

We've got the latest from New Moon, including sexy Kristen, the soundtrack's new release date, and Summit on Twitter. Plus, check out what Justin TImberlake has to say about his possible future in-laws and how Oprah responded when she was asked to apologize for introducing the world to Dr. Phil. All that and some Sex and the City 2 and Gossip Girl news, too! Watch PopSugar Rush now!

Heidi Klum and Seal Are Having a Baby Girl!

LilSugar — Fri, 08 May 2009 09:57:56 -0700

Heidi and Seal are thinking pink! When the singer and pop to Leni, 4, Henry, 3, and Johan, 2, appeared on Friday's Oprah show, Seal gave the queen of talk the nod to announce the sex of their impending babe. It's a girl! Looks like the sister/brother ratio in the Klum/Samuels clan will be even. And another lil supermodel is in the making!

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Would You Demand to Know if Hubby Fathered Love Child?

LilSugar — Tue, 05 May 2009 13:22:36 -0700

Like many wives, Elizabeth Edwards made a life with her husband, John. The couple had four children and lost their eldest son to a tragic car accident. Elizabeth supported John on two presidential campaign tickets and even as she battled cancer. All she asked of him was to be faithful. Today on Oprah Elizabeth addresses the rumors about John's alleged love child and says she doesn't know if the baby is his as it does not look like her offspring. Would you be so indifferent if your spouse was in this type of situation?

Jon and Kate Put Rumors to Rest With Oprah Appearance

LilSugar — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 05:00:28 -0700

For all the gossip that's gone around recently about the state of Jon and Kate Gosselin's marriage, their Monday appearance on Oprah may have put rumors to rest. The couple seemed just as comfortable as they always have been talking about their marriage, kids, filmed bickering and the television cameras in their home. Kate even admitted to an exception to her no shoes in the house rule!
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Tell Mommy: What's Your Child's Special Talent?

LilSugar — Tue, 17 Feb 2009 12:00:36 -0800

Yesterday while taking a little mom-me time at the gym I tuned in to Oprah's Search For the World's Smartest and Most Talented Kids and was wowed by the contestants' energy, balance, bagpipes, and charisma. There was a genius first grader, a violin virtuoso, and a tap dancer that could keep Bill "Bojangles" Robinson on his toes. Fourty-three percent of lilsugar readers say your children play instruments, but does your child have a unique talent that could land him on the world's brightest and best list? Don't worry, it's OK to gloat.

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Salma Weighs In on Breastfeeding and Postpartum Pounds

babysugar — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 08:00:29 -0700

If you breastfeed, the baby weight will fly off. I bought that bit hook, line and sinker though I would have nursed regardless.

The weight did finally come off, but the bulk of it flew off AFTER I finished breastfeeding - which was about nine months postpartum.

To see what Salma had to say about the subject, read more.

Salma Hayek discussed the myth with Oprah on Monday. She said:

And everybody tells you that if you breastfeed, it's going to come off like this (hand gesture.) It's a lie! It's not true. . . I'm going to say something. Except for a couple of exceptions, the only reason people lose weight like that when they're breastfeeding – it's cause they're not eating. And this is not good for the baby.

Kudos to Salma for not buying into the whole, "I've got to lose this baby weight ASAP!" culture that Hollywood has quickly cultivated.

Tell us, do you think nursing really affects a new mother's weight loss?
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Pregnant Man Tells His Story to the World

babysugar — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 09:00:42 -0700

As many of you know, Thomas Beatie, also known as the transgender pregnant man, appeared with his wife, Nancy, on Oprah yesterday to share their story with the world.

For the people who anticipated a freak show, it was anything but as the loving couple chatted with Oprah about their decision to have a baby and to make it public. Adding even more normalcy, Nancy's two daughters from a previous marriage were there supporting their mama and step–dad.

To read more about the story, read more.

Formerly known as Tracy, Thomas is now a man with his lady reproductive parts still in tact. Like many married folks, he and Nancy wanted to have a biological child. Thomas said it was a dream of his to eventually have a baby so he kept his reproductive organs when he began his gender transition. When the duo wanted to start their family, Thomas was the only one who could bear offspring as Tracy suffered from endometriosis and had her womb removed years ago.

A highly unusual situation, the couple has faced disbelief, disgust and dismay from many people.

The Beaties believe that the most important thing for a baby is to be surrounded by caring and loving parents despite their gender, sexual preferences, race, etc.

Tell us, do you agree with this couple's decision to reproduce?

Pregnant Man to Appear on Oprah

babysugar — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 06:00:00 -0700

Last week, I asked you if you thought the pregnant man was a hoax and you were split on the issue.

But, the mystery is solved since Thomas Beatie is set to appear on today's Oprah. So if you have to see it to believe it, tune in and watch as they perform an ultrasound and show off the nursery.

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Wombing It Up in India

babysugar — Mon, 10 Mar 2008 12:45:15 -0700

A while back I saw a series on Oprah about surrogacy in India. Yesterday I was reminded of the topic when I read a New York Times article about it.

For many, becoming parents is a dream, sometimes unattainable through traditional methods. When people have to examine unconventional conceiving options, the dollar signs can be overwhelming.

IVF treatments can run about $10,000 per try. And surrogacy in the States averages $100,000. If you're a wealthy individual or pair, that may not seem daunting, but for many it's unrealistic.

To see what some Americans are doing to get their babes, read more.

India has quickly made an international name for itself as a place to go for medical procedures from heart surgery to plastic surgery. Now, it is also becoming a mecca for "womb rentals." Couples from all over the world are finding their dream babies in the heart of country.

When surrogacy can cost roughly $75,000 to $100,000 in America, it costs just $25,000 in India. And that includes all medical bills, payment to the surrogate, and air and hotel accommodations for two trips to India. For desperate couples, is it an answer to their prayers.

At PlanetHospital in California, President Rudy Rupak sent 25 couples to India in 2007. In 2008, he expects to send four times as many. As with most things on the "cheap," critics worry that the surrogates are being exploited for their less-expensive wombs.

To make sure the process is as wholesome as possible, there are rules set in place at many clinics. The surrogates must be younger than 45 and have a child of their own. Many of the hospitals pay the baby–carrying women directly, from which they typically receive about a quarter of the overall fee.

In a country where the average annual income is equivalent to $450, a $6,000 paycheck makes a world of difference.

The guest on Oprah's show summed it up:

You have not walked in my shoes as someone who cannot have a child. And you don't know how it feels to not be able to pay for your children to go to school, to not be able to . . . take care of your family. You don't know how that feels. And we were able to come together, [Sangita – the surrogate] and I, and give each other a life that neither of us could achieve on our own. And I just don't see what's wrong with that.

If you were in a situation where a surrogate was your only answer, would you consider India as a source?
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Mini Me: Bette Midler and Sophie Frederica Alohilani

babysugar — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 11:00:46 -0800

We know she's older than our typical Mini Me, but 21–year–old beauty Sophie Frederica Alohilani is a carbon copy of her songstress mother, Bette Midler. The mother–daughter duo is due to sit down with Oprah Winfrey today to discuss life and Bette's return to the big stage. If the clone is anything like her mother, laughs will be in no short supply with the queen of talk.

The American icon's gorgeous girl Sophie, also daughter to Martin von Haselberg, is a student at Yale University, where she is a Sociology major with a concentration in East Asian studies. Keeping things in the family, Mama Bette is on the Dean's Council at the Yale School of Architecture.

The multi–talented Beaches superstar also shares a love for the environment and education. She is the founder of New York Restoration Project, which restores NYC parks in underprivileged areas. Bette, did you ever know that you're my hero?

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