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Wonder Woman: Kate Winslet

LilSugar — Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:00:00 -0800

What doesn't kill you, earns you a Best Actress Golden Globe! That is, if you are the incredibly talented Kate Winslet. The star of Revolutionary Road, a must-see for all married moms, also took home the award for best supporting actress for her work in The Reader.

Aside from making incredible movies - Little Children, Titanic, The Life of David Gale, to name a few - the British born beauty is raising two children - Mia, 8, and Joe, 5 - with her husband, director Sam Mendes. At last night's awards, the mum thanked everyone from her costars to her hair and makeup artists. But, she saved the best kudos to her kids for last on both occasions, even mentioning that they were on set during the filming of Revolutionary Road. During her first acceptance, she said:

To my children, Mia and Joe, who are watching this on TV. Look. I won! Thank you for coming on this adventure with mommy.

Congratulations to this down-to-earth mama who piggy backs her kids home from school. We can't wait until her next performance!

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10 Hints For Having Little Helpers in the Holiday Kitchen

LilSugar — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 04:00:22 -0800

Too many cooks in the kitchen is a good thing this holiday season. Lisa Barnes, fellow mom, chef, and author of Petit Appetit: Eat, Drink, and Be Merry reminds stressed out parents that, "The holiday season is a wonderful opportunity to allow your children to help with the meal preparation and offers quality time together as a family. This is a way to keep your children occupied, but is also a fun, educational activity that incorporates a range of skills and senses, such as counting, measuring, reading, touching, listening, planning, smelling, tasting, and creativity." To add some cheer to your cooking during this festive time, Barnes gives LilSugar readers these helpful hints for having your own little helpers in the holiday kitchen.

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What Do You Know About Postpartum Depression?

LilSugar — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 08:00:47 -0800

After giving birth some mamas find themselves seeing blue - no matter what the sex of their new baby. Postpartum depression (PPD) is a common side effect of giving birth that, if dealt with properly, can be nothing more than a bump in the road. It's more common that most think. In fact, more than 20 percent of LilSugar readers suffered from PPD. Take the quiz to see how much you know about postpartum depression, but if you feel like you're depressed, it's always a good idea to talk to your doctor.

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Play Our New Baby Girl and Boy Name Faceoffs!

LilSugar — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 05:00:00 -0800

While a name lasts a lifetime, this game goes fast if you can't decipher which moniker is more popular. Luckily, you can play as many times as you please. Based on the Social Security Administration's list of the most popular baby names that come from card applications each year, these names were in the latest release. Try your hand at the Top 100 Girl Names for 2008 by playing this fun game, which pits the names against one another. We also have a boy version of the game. How does it work? Each time you select the name with the higher "popularity" score based on readers' votes, you get points! Take a chance at winning the $1,000 a month prize!

Trendtotting: Baby Eggi For Lil Chicks

babysugar — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 04:00:35 -0800

I don't know much about the Korean language but if it's as logical as this one word, I have a feeling I'll like it: eggi means baby. I love the simplicity and cuteness of it, much like the company that includes it in their brand: Baby Eggi.

A clothing label made just for kiddos, Baby Eggi is sweet, sassy and cool all in one. The stylish 3-button bell sleeved jacket is easily one of the most chic pieces of apparel I've seen for wee ones and its price tag is quite reasonable at $48. Young lads will look dapper but sporty in the long-sleeved jersey button-up that is suited for a dressy occasion or a roll in the mud. New moms, who are known to be dazed and confused, will enjoy the days-of-the-week onesies that will help keep her mush mind in line.

If mommy needs to legitimize her shopping cart, she might feel better knowing that Baby Eggi donates 20 percent of its net proceeds to partnering children's charities. Oh, and they're offering a 15 percent discount to our LilSugar readers for the entire month of November. Use the code LILSUGAR09 at checkout. Happy shopping!

Play Our New Baby Boy and Girl Name Games!

LilSugar — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 06:00:19 -0800

While a name lasts a lifetime, this game goes fast if you can't decipher which moniker is more popular. Luckily, you can play as many times as you please. Based on the Social Security Administration's list of the most popular baby names that come from card applications each year, these names were in the latest release. Try your hand at the Top 100 Boy Names for 2008 by playing this fun game, which pits the names against one another. We also have a pretty pink girl version of the game. How does it work? Each time you select the name with the higher "popularity" score based on readers' votes, you get points! Take a chance at winning the $1,000 a month prize!

Would You Put Your Child on TV?

LilSugar — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 07:00:19 -0700

Reality TV kiddos are in the news once again as Jackson children may or may not be hitting the small screen in A&E's new reality series, The Jacksons: A Family Dynasty. From the Duggars to the Gosselins, we've all witnessed that the hype and extra cash that accompanies being in the public eye can be both a blessing and a curse. Despite it all, new shows are always popping up featuring young children whose parents are willing to take the risk in exchange for a wee TV career.

Many LilSugar readers already blog about their tot on the Internet, but would you take it a step further and put your child on TV?

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It's Time to Bid Adieu to Jon, Kate, and Their 8

babysugar — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 09:48:25 -0700

Turn out the lights . . . the party's over. The reality show that once focused on a fun-loving and wildly entertaining family is coming to a halt. Jon and Kate Plus 8 captured the hearts of viewers (including our own) all over the country. The adorable children and their parents made the TLC show a hit, but it was the parent's marital demise that made it a phenomenon. While many couples could relate to their bickering, it got to be too much for the Gosselins themselves and eventually led to the announcement of their separation and divorce. As it often happens, things have turned sour and until the two can reconcile differences and iron matters out privately, TLC is turning off the cameras and refusing to air anymore dirty laundry . . . literally.

Perhaps the lack of camera crews will allow the family to focus on what is important and bring some sanity, or at least normalcy, to the wee ones' lives. While 63 percent of LilSugar readers believed the show should be canceled, will you be sad to see it go?

If you want to dish about all things Jon and Kate Plus 8, join the discussion in the Jon and Kate Plus 8 Group in the LilSugar community!

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For a bittersweet look back at photos of the family and episode recaps and quizzes from this past season, read more.

Jon and Kate Plus 8: "School Days" episode

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Jon and Kate Plus 8: "Time to Organize" episode

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Jon and Kate Plus 8: "Tea Party & Snakes" episode

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Jon and Kate Plus 8: "Farm to Table" episode

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Jon and Kate Plus 8: "Dude Ranch and Dress Up" episode

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Jon and Kate Plus 8: "Battleship and Barber" episode

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Jon and Kate Plus 8: "Beach and Kitchen Reveal" episode

Jon and Kate Plus 8: "Vacations & Renovations" and "Backyard Camping" episode

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10 Easy Dishes to Deliver to New Moms

babysugar — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 08:00:21 -0700

One of the last things on a new mother's mind is dinner. Any extra time she has on her hands is typically used to pick up things off the floor, throw in a load of soiled laundry, or catch up on some lost z's. Kitchen time is usually limited to heating up bottles, pouring a glass of water or throwing together a quick sandwich. An overwhelming 77 percent of LilSugar readers said they would prefer a meal over a newborn gift when given the option. So next time you think about showering that baby in layette, think about prepping one of these easy meals instead.

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Reinventing the Afterbirth: Placenta Becomes Food or Toy

LilSugar — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 10:00:57 -0700

Chitchat about mucous plugs and episiotomies doesn't make most moms squeamish, but as a lady near the end of my third pregnancy, I just reached my limit in learning about the placenta teddy bear! Our friends over at Inhabitots are polling their green readers as to whether the toy made from the disposable organ to commemorate the birth is cute or creepy.

While some women believe in lotus birth and create a pouch in which to store the placenta until their child naturally separates from it, others like Matthew McConaughey and Camila Alves follow the Aboriginal tradition of planting their babe's placenta in an orchard. Then, there are parents who indulge in placentophagia, the eating of the placenta, which is rumored to curb postpartum depression and hemorrhage. Preoccupied with my new bundles of joy, I don't even remember delivering the afterbirth and never gave any thought to taking it home, perhaps because at the time, I was ignorant of all these options. Were you?