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A healthy lifestyle is one which helps to keep and improve people's health and well-being.Many governments and non-governmental organizations have made big efforts in healthy lifestyle and health promotion.
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Mental health can be considered a very important factor of physical health for the effects it produces on bodily functions. This type of health concerns emotional and cognitive well-being or an absence of mental disorder.
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Public health can be defined in a variety of ways. It can be presented as "the study of the physical, psychosocial and socio-cultural determinants of population health and actions to improve the health of the population.
Reproductive Health
For the UN, reproductive health is a right, like other human rights. This recent concept evokes the good transmission of the genetic heritage from one generation to the next.
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19 Couples Who Got Married After Having Kids, Because Traditions Are Made to Be Broken
The whole "first comes love, second comes marriage, then comes baby in a baby carriage" thing isn't right for everyone, including a handful of celebrity couples who, instead of waiting to have kids before they tied the knot, started their families before making things official. Some pairs, like Nicole Richie and Joel Madden and Kim Kardashian and Kanye West, even had their little ones involved in the wedding. Look through for 19 couples who took a different route when it came to their major milestones.
Christina Aguilera's Fourth of July Swimsuit Is Patriotic and Sexy AF
Christina Aguilera has left her Xtina days far behind, but she is still showing some skin and being a hot mama - at least, that's what her latest Instagram pictures say.
There are no words to describe just how good the singer looks, so we're going to keep this short and let you admire the swimsuit photos the 36-year-old posted of her family's Fourth of July celebration. She rang in the day in a very sexy Solid & Striped colorblocked one-piece ($158). What you can't see while you admire the white and red front is its blue black, which completes the tricolor Independence Day color theme.
In a mini poolside photo shoot, Christina turned up the sexy, showing off the superflattering and body-hugging cut of the swimwear. While we stared at her, we also found options similar to this sexy one-piece. Keep reading to find them.
Try to Make It Through These Sexy Luke Perry Pictures Without Screaming "Daddy!"
No matter your age, we can all agree that Luke Perry is one attractive man. Before he earned his rightful title as daddy, the 50-year-old actor was making hearts beat a little faster with his role on Beverly Hills, 90210. And how could he not? That suave hair. The perfected smolder. And don't even get us started on his spine-tingling smile. Yes, back in the late '90s, Luke was a bona fide hottie. And let's be real, not much has changed since he exited the teen drama. Whether you know him as Dylan McKay or Archie's dad on Riverdale, you will certainly appreciate these gorgeous throwbacks.
29 Celebrity Couples Who Have Already Broken Up This Year
It hasn't been very long since the start of 2017, but the year has already been peppered with sad celebrity breakups. It's still early, so we haven't reached 2016 levels yet, but here's hoping we won't have to mourn the end of many more high-profile pairs. Scroll through to see the couples who have already called it quits this year.
See Kate and Pippa Middleton's Sweetest Wedding Moments, Side by Side
Pippa Middleton married James Matthews in Berkshire, UK, on Saturday, and naturally, one of the esteemed guests was her older sister, Kate. While the duchess opted out of a traditional matron of honor role - reports said she didn't want to "upstage her sister" on the big day - she did fulfill sweet sisterly wedding duties, like tending to the bride's Giles Deacon gown, fixing her veil, and wrangling all the tiny page boys and flower girls, including her own two kids, Prince George and Princess Charlotte.
Pippa's ceremony comes just over six years after she became the breakout star at Kate's royal wedding to Prince William. Kate's appearance instantly reminded us of Pippa's back in 2011 - of course, Kate's beautiful rose-colored Alexander McQueen look doesn't quite rival Pippa's curve-hugging bridesmaid gown, but her loving looks and doting interactions are definitely the same. From arriving in style with their father, Michael Middleton, to sharing kisses with their grooms, once you see photos from both weddings side by side, you'll see what we mean.
25 1-Pot and -Pan Italian Recipes to Solve All Your Dinner Problems
Cooking on a weeknight always sounds like a great idea until the pile of dirty dishes is staring you in the face. The good news is there are tons of one-pot and -pan recipes to save us all from the dreaded dish-duty woes, and in particular, Italian recipes. For those nights when all you want is a comforting pasta, lasagna, or chicken dish - without the hassle of cleanup - turn to one of these 25 recipes.
11 Kate Beckinsale Swimsuit Photos That Prove She Only Gets Hotter With Age
Kate Beckinsale only seems to get hotter with age. The Underworld actress will be ringing in her 44th birthday on July 26, and throughout the years, she's proven that there is no age for looking sexy on the beach. Whether she's rocking a one-piece or showing off her toned figure in a bikini, it's pretty clear that Kate is a force to be reckoned with.
Higher testosterone offers 'competitive advantage' in women's track and field
Having higher than average levels of male hormones known as androgens can improve the performance of elite female track and field athletes enough to turn them into winners, researchers find.
32 Recipes Made Better With Beer
Beer might seem like an unlikely ingredient in brownies, waffles, and wings, but we're digging it. Frothy, malty, and subtly savory, it's a great flavor enhancer in those recipes and many more. Keep reading for over 30 ways to use it, from breakfast to dessert.
Alessandra Ambrosio's Tie-Dye Bikini Is What Summer Is All About
If you're looking for a teeny, tiny bikini to show off your banging body, Alessandra Ambrosio is here with the inspiration you need. The Brazilian Victoria's Secret Angel is spending time in Greece with family and friends, and she's wearing swimsuit after swimsuit after bikini that you need to wear at the beach this season, too.
For her most recent look, Alessandra wore a beyond-small triangle bikini in tie-dye shades of blue from her own swimwear collection, Ále by Alessandra. While the bikini is not available anymore, Alessandra is showing that the dark color, Summer-perfect print, and classic sexy cut of her suit is worthy of wearing year after year. Find more photos and links to shop Alessandra's look ahead.
This UN Ambassador Had the Most Tone-Deaf Complaint About Working on July 4
While most Americans are lucky enough to have the Fourth of July off from work and school, there are a few notable exceptions: first responders, members of the military, many service industry employees, and certain public servants. But apparently this fact was lost on United States UN Ambassador - and public servant - Nikki Haley, who took to Twitter to complain about being called into work on Independence Day shortly after news broke that North Korea had fired an intercontinental ballistic missile.
Spending my 4th in meetings all day. #ThanksNorthKorea
- Nikki Haley (@nikkihaley) July 4, 2017
Unfortunately for the administration, it was Haley's complaint about having to spend a national holiday at the office, not President Trump's tweet about "putting a heavy move on North Korea" following the launch, that resounded on Twitter. The ambassador's tone-deaf tweet immediately garnered responses from outraged citizens, many of whom urged Haley to step down from her post if the realities of the job proved too inconvenient for her taste.
The amount of arrogance in this tweet is baffling. Is serving the American people an inconvenience for you? If so, feel free to step down.
- Geraldine (@everywhereist) July 4, 2017
. Kudos. Spending a holiday working for American security is unprecedented. http://pic.twitter.com/QpqERnnd0i
- Jake Query (@jakequery) July 4, 2017
What job did you think you were signing up for, exactly?
- Clara Jeffery (@ClaraJeffery) July 4, 2017
While I appreciate your service to our nation, perhaps you should be thanking the nearly 200,000 US troops serving overseas on #FourthOfJuly
- Andrew Weinstein (@Weinsteinlaw) July 4, 2017
Uhm. You know that the 4th of July isn't an international holiday, right?
- Kelly Scaletta (@KellyScaletta) July 4, 2017
Did you think being the United States ambassador to the United Nations was a 9-5 job with holidays off?
- Dave Hogg 📎 (@Stareagle) July 4, 2017
You're an Ambassador now. Stop tweeting like a teenage girl asked to do an extra shift at Starbucks.
- I'm Not That Joe (@imtheotherjoe) July 4, 2017
Several replies to Haley's tweet pointed out Donald Trump's proclivity for taking vacations and golfing on weekends, suggesting that perhaps the president's "9-to-5" attitude might have rubbed off on his administration.
One thing is for sure, though: the United Nations doesn't abide by the American calendar, and foreign policy isn't always convenient for barbecues and fireworks. Considering the overwhelming response to her begrudging comments about work, perhaps Haley will think twice before complaining about her sworn duty to the American people again.
Peacock Nursery Decor That Will Make Your Heart Explode
For those with a love of peacocks, there are a variety of ways to incorporate this vibrant bird into your nursery decor. Whether the bold teal, purple, and green color palette inspires your or you are drawn to the feather motif, this unexpected nursery theme creates a bohemian yet sophisticated vibe that your little one can continue to grow into.
From colorful artwork and accessories to the perfect bedding, check out our favorite peacock nursery finds that will be your newest obsession.
ColourPop's Newest Collection Will Rock Your Crystal-Centric World
Crystals have become enormously popular with millennials for both their cool aesthetic and spiritual benefits. Now ColourPop is getting in on the holistic trend by launching a limited-edition Crushed Crystal Collection.
The offering features the power of four crystals: rose quartz, amethyst, aventurine, and aquamarine. All four stones include a corresponding liquid highlighter and opalescent lip balm. Not only does the line include color cosmetics, but for the first time, ColourPop is debuting priming and setting sprays. The Crystal Priming Spray ($6) comes in both rose quartz and amethyst varieties, while the Crystal Setting Spray ($6) is available in aventurine and aquamarine.
This collection will only be available in a limited quantity and is sure to sell out fast. Although the line was planned to launch on June 26, it has been postponed to an undisclosed date.
Until then, read on to see all the mystical products and learn about both their spiritual and beauty benefits.
If You Try 1 New Trend This Summer, Make it the Gingham Dress
You don't have to look very far to see this season's biggest trend in action. We're talking about gingham print, and whether you focus in on footwear or apparel, the checked pattern is everywhere. If it has piqued your interest, you're not alone - it has a strong hold on us as well. Join us as we devour Summer's biggest selection of gingham dresses yet.
Let Shay Mitchell's Dreamy Summer Getaways Serve as Endless Inspiration For Your Next Trip
When it comes to Summer getaways, Shay Mitchell knows how to do them right: exotic locations, beautiful scenic shots, pools, cute sunglasses, and, of course, lots of bikinis. While her vacations may not look quite like yours, they're still fun to look at and serve as endless inspiration for your next trip. If the travel bug hasn't hit you already, it will once you see all of Shay's past Summer trips.
Simone Biles Learns How to Be a Harlem Globetrotter and It Is Equally Hilarious and Adorable
In today's heartwarming news (and on the heels of America's birthday), we get to see two of America's sweethearts - Simone Biles and Hammer Harrison from the Harlem Globetrotters - do "Globetrotter Gymnastics." And we have to admint, watching 6'9" Harrison and 4'9" Biles work out together is equal parts hilarious and adorable.
While Simone has arguably "achieved success," Harrison tells her there's "only one more thing you need to do to progress to success, and that is be a Harlem Globetrotter." It's not often you see a four-time Olympic gold medalist get tripped up by a sport (even still, she manages to keep up!), but the two athletes definitely had a thing or two to share each other (and according to Simone, Harrison has a "good front tuck."
The Best New Trader Joe's Products From 2017 - So Far
One of the best things about Trader Joe's is that it's constantly releasing new products for customers to try, and we're not just talking about the free samples. Shopping at Trader Joe's is never boring thanks to the never-before-seen foods available every month, and 2017 is already off to a fantastic start. We're keeping up with every single new offering from Trader Joe's to let you know which items are worth the purchase and which ones you should skip. Ahead, read up on all the best new Trader Joe's products of the year so far, and add your favorites to your shopping list the next time you head to TJ's.
- Additional reporting by Jamie Mieuli
Dad's Genius Trick to Get His Newborn to Stop Crying Works Every Time
Leave it to this clever papa to introduce us all to a new way of soothing newborn babies.
On April 21, new dad Daniel Eisenman uploaded a video of himself chanting "om" (yes, just like the Buddhist chant) to calm his crying daughter. And the best part is it actually worked! Eisenman later revealed that he and his wife "om"-ed to their baby girl while she was still in the womb, and she was welcomed to the world with the sounds of Thai Buddhist monks chanting. The hilariously sweet video has since been viewed 29 million times. Press play above to see Eisenman work his dad magic right before your eyes.
How Well Do The Queen and Camilla Actually Get Along?
Prince Charles's wife has been known in three different incarnations. As a young woman she was Camilla Shand, the popular debutante girlfriend of the 23-year-old prince, who went on to marry her ex-boyfriend Andrew Parker-Bowles. She was Camilla Parker-Bowles for 32 years, a wife and mother, and later the reviled mistress of her former beau Prince Charles. Now, for the past 12 years, she has been The Duchess of Cornwall; married at last to her prince, she has become a valued and well-loved member of the royal family. But how has her relationship with the queen changed over the years?
As a young woman, she had a warm relationship with the queen. Camilla's husband Andrew was the Queen Mother's godson, and the couple were often guests at Buckingham Palace. However, when Camilla and Charles started their affair and the queen heard about it, she was said to believe the way they had gone about it was irresponsible, and Camilla was banned from the palace. After Charles and Diana separated in 1992, the prince and Camilla were discreet in the continuation of their relationship, but with encouragement from the queen in 1997 they were about to go public - when Diana tragically died.
Over the next few years, as the family mended and focused on the future, Charles and Camilla quietly continued their romance. The queen believed they should go public rather than it seeming like they were hiding away, so they formalized their relationship by attending Camilla's sister's 50th birthday party together in 1999. Three years later, relations between the two women continued to improve as the queen included Camilla in her Golden Jubilee celebrations, and she then gave Charles and Camilla permission to marry in 2005. At their wedding reception she gave a warm and fond speech where she said, "My son is home and dry with the woman he loves."
In the 12 years since then, it has become clear that the queen values Camilla as a good match for her son and as a stable, resilient, and well-liked member of the family. As always, when it comes to the queen, actions speak louder than words - and there was no stronger show of her feelings toward her daughter-in-law than when she asked Camilla to sit beside her in her carriage at the Diamond Jubilee in 2012. The queen has also awarded Camilla two important honors: The Royal Family Order and the Grand Cross of the Victorian Order, both of which symbolize a very personal seal of approval from Her Majesty.
Peter Dinklage's Role as Husband Might Be Our Favorite - Sorry, Tyrion Lannister
Peter Dinklage is well-known for his role on Game of Thrones, but in real life, he's a loving husband and father. In 2005, the actor married theater director Erica Schmidt, and they welcomed their first child, a daughter whose name has not yet been revealed, in 2011. While the two are usually pretty reserved about their romance (and their family life), they have been known to show sweet PDA from time to time on the red carpet. Whether they're giving each other heart eyes at the Game of Thrones premiere or they're supporting each other at the Emmy Awards, it's clear these two have a lot of love for each other. As they get ready to welcome their second child, see some of their best appearances over the years.
Pippa Middleton Ditches Her Husband, James, to Attend Wimbledon With Her Brother, James
Pippa Middleton stepped out for a sunny day at Wimbledon with her younger brother, James, on Wednesday. The siblings were dressed to the nines for the event, with Pippa in a blush-colored Self Portrait dress and James sporting a crisp blue suit; they were photographed sitting side by side and sharing a laugh while taking in the game. Just two days earlier, James and Pippa's sister Kate Middleton also attended Wimbledon. The duchess showed off a shorter new hairdo and was all smiles in a sweet polka-dot-print Dolce & Gabbana dress.
Pippa is getting back to her regular routine after returning from her lavish honeymoon with new husband James Matthews last month. The couple was married in an intimate ceremony in the UK on May 20 that brought out close friends and family, including the royals: Kate kept control of the young page boys and flower girls, including her own two kids, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, while Prince William and Prince Harry were also in attendance. Pippa and James made their first official appearance as a married couple at the The Miles Frost Fund Party in London last week.
These Women Suggesting There Should Be "Summer Camp For Moms" Are Our Heroes
It becomes apparent once you have kids that "Summer fun" isn't really what it used to be when you yourself were a child. Classic Summer activities like going to the neighborhood pool are much more fun for kids and actually a bit of a nightmare for parents (packing a pool bag postkids is not a task for the faint of heart). However, one thing moms and kids can agree on is that the best part of Summer is camp, whether it be a day camp or sleepaway - the kids get to have fun in the sun with their friends all day and Mom has one less tiny human to deal with for those hours.
Regardless of this win-win situation, two moms are making a pretty good point: there should totally be a Summer camp for moms.
In their recent video, Kristin Hensley and Jen Smedley, the hilarious moms behind IMomSoHard, toy with the idea of a 10-day Summer camp for moms that would have zero expectations for its campers. "Camp wine-a-lot: they give you a time that they suggest you arrive. You don't even have to be on time," says Kristin as she bounces her first idea off Jen. The pair continue to go back and forth, creating ideal camp scenarios for moms as well as a daily schedule: "wake up, mimosas, breakfast, mimosas, brunch, nap," followed by canoeing in which a man from the "male camp next door" rows the boat and provides you with "real" compliments.
Kristin and Jen wrap up their camp daydreams discussing what it would be like to return from this 10-day getaway.
Ten days is the perfect amount of time because let me tell you something: you're going to miss them and they're going to miss you. And you'll come back recharged and you've got at least 72 hours where everybody likes each other. They're going to appreciate you when you get back. When you left the kids were like, "Daddy's more fun than you are." And then when you get back they're going to be like, "Daddy doesn't know where the toothpaste is kept." Things are hard, then we come back refreshed, recharged, reinvigorated. Ready to face the Summer. . . . A mom can dream.
Yes, yes she can.
Hawaii Five-0 Actors Quit After Reportedly Not Being Paid as Much as Their White Costars
After seven long years on Hawaii Five-0, Daniel Dae Kim and Grace Park will not reprise their roles as Chin Ho Kelly and Kono Kalakaua, respectively, in the CBS show's upcoming eighth season. According to Variety, the reason for their exit is due to the network reportedly refusing to pay Kim and Park (who are of Korean descent) the same as their white costars, Alex O'Loughlin and Scott Caan, so both of them chose to quit instead. Sources further told the publication that CBS's final offer to Kim and Park was between 10 to 15 percent lower than O'Loughlin and Caan's salaries, which is upsetting but also deeply unsurprising.
Just last year, data from a study by Variety revealed that very few minority actors make even close to the same amount of money as their white counterparts. For instance, even after taking home a Golden Globe for best actress in a comedy in 2015, Jane the Virgin star Gina Rodriguez was the lowest-paid actor on the list of comedy salaries. Similarly, the cast of Black-ish - though nominated for best comedy, best actor in a comedy (Anthony Anderson), and best actress in a comedy (Tracee Ellis Ross) at the Emmys - all earn less than the casts of some of ABC's other big shows, like Modern Family, The Middle, and Last Man Standing.
Kim explained his reasoning for leaving Hawaii Five-0 in a lengthy, heartfelt Facebook post on Wednesday, touching on the struggle for equality Asian-American actors face daily. "Though I made myself available to come back," he wrote, "CBS and I weren't able to agree to terms on a new contract, so I made the difficult choice not to continue." Kim thanked the cast, crew, and CBS, making sure to note that he "will always be grateful for their faith in me to bring Chin Ho Kelly to life. As an Asian American actor, I know first-hand how difficult it is to find opportunities at all, let alone play a well developed, three dimensional character like Chin Ho. I will miss him sincerely." He concluded his post on a hopeful note. "I'll end by saying that though transitions can be difficult, I encourage us all to look beyond the disappointment of this moment to the bigger picture. The path to equality is rarely easy. But I hope you can be excited for the future. I am."
Like O'Loughlin and Caan, Park and Kim have been cast members on Hawaii Five-O since the cop show reboot premiered in 2010. Of their decision to exit, a CBS spokesperson said, "We are so appreciative of Daniel and Grace's enormous talents, professional excellence and the aloha spirit they brought to each and every one of our 168 episodes. They've helped us build an exciting new Hawaii Five-0, and we wish them all the best and much success in their next chapters. Mahalo and a hui hou . . ."
The Story Behind These Milestone Cards For Preemies Will Bring You to Tears
Every baby's major milestones are cause for celebration, but when your newborn is a preemie, all firsts - even the ones that may seem minor to some - definitely aren't taken for granted.
Amy Purling understands the unparalleled emotions that come with seeing your premature baby thrive. After giving birth to baby James 10 weeks early and watching him fight for his life during a five-week stay in the neonatal intensive care unit, Amy made a point of marking each special moment. When her "miracle baby" was strong enough to be placed on Amy's chest, a nurse took a photo and printed it in honor of the major occasion.
From there, Amy began journaling each time her baby was able to do anything new, from the first time he opened his eyes to his first suck on a pacifier. This helped her to come up with the idea for Miracle Mumma, milestone cards she created specifically for parents of premature babies to celebrate the incredible milestones in their baby's life - everything from breathing unassisted to having feeding tubes removed.
Amy hopes that her cards not only help parents capture precious memories during such a difficult time but also give them support and show them that they aren't alone in their journey. Scroll through to see some of the adorable cards in action.
20 Wedding Dresses You Never Saw Coming Down the Aisle
When they say "something blue," at weddings, they're usually not talking about the dress. But thanks to inspiring brides blazing a trail in unconventional designs, your gown can really fulfill the "something new" requirement. And we're not just talking vibrant shades! This season, hint-of-color wedding dresses aren't the only perfect trend for a stylish yet timeless design. From daring silhouettes to bold metallic details and unexpected embellishments, these alternative dresses are hot enough to warm any cold feet!
10 Facts About Sex and the City That Will Blow Every Fashion Girl's Mind
You think you know every Sex and the City episode like the back of your hand, but when it comes to the little style notes, you're out of the loop. So much goes into nailing every shot and creating the perfect look - just ask costume designer Patricia Field, who made sure no outfit was repeated throughout the entire series! Except for that one . . .
Now, we know you're itching to find out more about the show you rerun every weekend. Read on for 10 crazy-cool tidbits about all things fashion - from the Sex and the City film, too! When you're finished studying up, we promise you'll feel just as in-the-know as Carrie Bradshaw herself.
25 Fascinating Facts That Will Make You Love Alton Brown Even More
Alton Brown is known for his wittiness and next-level food knowledge. If you're a fan of the Food Network veteran, you probably know that he has a live show called Eat Your Science and a ton of great recipes up his sleeve. But there are so many interesting facts you probably don't know that will only make you love him even more. For example, he started Good Eats in the late '90s because he thought most cooking shows were "dull and uninformative," so he quit the film business, enrolled in culinary training, and came up with the entertaining show. Pretty awesome, right? Keep reading to find out 25 more fascinating facts about the Cutthroat Kitchen host.
- He delivered pizza in college.
- He's addicted to canned sardines.
- He has over 2,000 cookbooks in his office library.
- His bow tie collection is no joke. "I have 200 bow ties at home. I inherited most of them. When an art school professor retired, he sent me his collection, which was 145 bow ties that he collected over a 30-year period," he said in a Food Network interview.
- Before his culinary career, he spent 10 years working as a cinematographer and commercial director.
- He lives in Georgia (and is always sharing the best Southern eats on his Instagram).
- He loves motorcycles.
- His favorite food to eat is fried chicken, he revealed in an interview with Spoon University. (And obviously his homemade version looks amazing.)
- His favorite food to cook is eggs - "perfect omelets still give me amazing joy," he said in the same interview.
- His favorite cocktail is a boulevardier.
- His favorite beer is a saison.
- He has two Corgis.
- He loves to scuba dive.
- He's won two James Beard awards.
- He believes that if you put vodka in a martini, it's not a martini.
- He flies his own airplane. "It's a Cessna 414A and it was built in 1979. She has two engines and holds eight people and she's very pretty," he described on his Facebook page.
- He always has hummus on hand.
- He listens to vinyl.
- His specialty is meat. "My daughter calls me the meat whisperer," he wrote on Facebook.
- He's on Snapchat! His username is thealtonbrown.
- His favorite cookbook is the 1962 edition of The Joy of Cooking.
- He has not only written 11 cookbooks, but he also illustrated them all!
- The reason he learned to cook? To get dates. "I wasn't very successful," he admitted to his Facebook fans.
- His weakness? American cast-iron pots and pans.
- He hates - really, really hates - unitaskers.
Instead of a Cake Smash, This Little Girl Went in on Some Tacos For an Adorable Photoshoot
Cake smashes to celebrate first birthdays are some of the cutest things on the internet these days - I mean, who doesn't love an adorable baby covered from head to toe in frosting and cake crumbs? However, the parents of this little girl just upped the first birthday smash game with their decision to have their daughter go in on some hard-shell tacos rather than cake.
It's safe to say they're our new heroes (and that we're totally planning on copying this genius idea).
Check out the photos of little Stella's adorable "taco smash" and let us know if your child smashed a food other than cake for their first birthday!
Each and Every Star Baring It All on Instagram This Year
If there's one thing stars love more than dressing up, it's stripping down. There's no doubt that last year had its fair share of steamy moments, but this year is already looking a whole lot hotter thanks to a select number of celebrities. Lea Michele kicked off the new year by baring it all, while Chrissy Teigen unabashedly ditched her bikini to pose nude during her Sports Illustrated press day. And who could forget Ashley Graham's supersexy topless photo? Be sure to have a cool drink nearby, because it's going to get hot in here.
This Dad's Genius Hack to Stop His Baby's Crying Is Going Viral
One clever dad is going viral thanks to his genius baby hack: stopping his son's crying using one of Mom's dirty shirts. Eli Spector posted the magical footage of his son to YouTube to spread the wealth to other sleep-deprived parents with inconsolable babies. In it, you can see the baby boy fuss and cry, that is, until he gets a whiff of his mommy from one of her shirts. He calms down almost immediately and begins to snuggle with the shirt - it's freakin' adorable.
"Dad Pro* Tip #1: When baby gets really fussy and mom is not around - try giving giving them some of mom's dirty laundry. They love the smell," he wrote in the video's caption. Eli added: "*I am a dad. I'm not a pro."
We beg to differ!
Queen Letizia Is Wearing 2 Zara Pieces You Can Shop Right Now - For $100
Most of the outfits Queen Letizia of Spain wears are affordable, sure, but not like the "Oh, this is so cheap, I'm going to go get it now" type of affordable. This one, though . . . that's exactly what it is.
The Spanish royal attended an event in Madrid wearing head-to-toe Zara. The queen, who surely got the pieces online instead of spending hours looking through the sales rack at the fast-fashion shop, paired a blush-colored frilled top with tiered ruffled sleeves with high-waisted flared trousers in the same color. To toughen up the millennial pink look, Letizia added snake-print accessories: a clutch from Lidia Faro and a pair of pumps from favorite brand Magrit. Keep reading to see more photos of the queen's look and shop the exact pieces she's wearing.
There's a Scientific Reason You Carry Your Kids on the Left Side of Your Body
I've noticed that I have significantly more muscle on my left arm from toting heavy kiddos around, and though I've attempted to even the muscles out by using my right arm and hip, my body just won't allow it comfortably - as it turns out, I can thank evolution for that. If you're one of 70 - 85 percent of women who are like me and carry your children on your left side, it's because humans are hard-wired to do so in order to keep their babies safe.
According to a study published in Nature Ecology and Evolution, when you carry a child on the left side of your body - called left-side bias - this allows for the right side of your brain to process information, specifically emotions. The authors of the study - which explored humans and other mammals such as orca whales - reported that left-side bias contributes to mother-child bonding because the right hemisphere of your brain helps you to make sense of what you see, allowing you to recognize your baby's expressions and determine what they need.
So if you feel like you need to even out the muscles on the right side of your body, consider some free weights instead of attempting to switch your babies from hip to hip - your emotional connection with your kids will be stronger for it.
12 Things You Don't Know About Giada De Laurentiis
As a certified Italian-food addict and Food Network enthusiast, I've been a fan of Giada De Laurentiis since I started watching Everyday Italian years ago. If you're like me, you know that the chef has five-star Italian recipes, a very charismatic on-camera presence, and an adorable daughter named Jade. But there's a lot you probably didn't know, like the fact that she was discovered after her family was featured in a Food & Wine article. Intrigued? Read on to learn 12 facts you didn't know about the ultrasuccessful Italian guru.
Starbucks and Ban.do Just Released the Coffee Collection of Your Dreams!
Starbucks and Ban.do know the way to our hearts: with good coffee and even cuter accessories. The two brands have teamed up to release a brand-new, limited-edition collection of drinkware and accessories available exclusively in Starbucks stores throughout Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Cambodia, Taiwan, and China this Summer. This isn't the first time Starbucks and Ban.do have collaborated, and this second summery collection comes on the heels of the first Starbucks and Ban.do launch that went viral and was so popular that 75 percent of the collection was sold-out in stores within the first day.
The new collection consists of eight pieces of drinkware and accessories, including double-walled travelers, Starbucks cold cups, a notebook, and a pencil pouch. If you're feeling left out in the US and are eager to get your hands on any of the ridiculously cute products, don't worry - there's a giveaway, too. Band.do is hosting a giveaway for fans at from July 5-31. The brand's previous giveaway generated over 26,000 entries from domestic fans, so you better act fast! Ahead, get a look at every item available in the coveted collection that will majorly up your coffee-accessory game.
This Pussycat Dolls Dance Video Is So Steamy, You'll Have to Loosen Up Your Buttons
Nearly 12 years later, The Pussycat Dolls's sensational hit "Buttons" still holds up. A group of dancers at LA's Millennium Dance Complex recently put their own spin on the track, and it's taking us back to the early 2000s. Not only do they manage to hit all their steps in stiletto high heels but we can't get enough of Jojo Gomez's sexy choreography. Seriously, you may want to loosen up your buttons and turn up the AC, because this video is STEAMY.
Bella Hadid's Slashed Tee Is a Sexy New Trend She's Starting
Bella Hadid and Kendall Jenner touched down in Paris for Couture Week, and you can bet the duo brought plenty of Parisian-chic outfits to flaunt. While Kendall's peplum blazer and silk neck scarf certainly had French flair, Bella's denim separates were decidedly more cutting edge.
Bella's patent Schutz pumps and chain-strap logo Dior bag spoke to the mood, but we had eyes on her supercropped tee, which was so short that it bared a hint of her bra from underneath it. The slashed-shirt look, which the supermodel has been on board with for some time, is something of a trend she just might be starting. Keep reading to take a closer look, and if you like what you see, dare to shop a few similar ripped tops we found.
Why This Mom Refused to Let Her Boy Accept His School's "Perfect" Attendance Award
As a treat for making it through the year with 100 percent perfect attendance, JJ's school presented the 11-year-old with a special treat: an evening at a play center with his friends. However, JJ's mom, Rachel Wright, refused to let her son accept the award because of the message that it sends.
On her Facebook page, Born at the Right Time, Rachel explained that although she loves it when the school rewards her second boy for hard work, there are four reasons he won't be receiving his 100 percent Attendance Award:
1. We don't reward luck.
In this family we will think of as many reasons possible to praise our children. We will celebrate and reward them, but being lucky enough not to get sick is not one of them. He's lucky to have not developed a fever, had an accident, or live with a chronic illness.2. 100 percent Attendance Awards can demonize the weakest.
In this family you are not shamed for ill health, vulnerability or weakness. In this house you are not encouraged to spread germs when you are not well. In this house we look after ourselves and the weakest amongst us.3. He had no control over his 100 percent attendance.
In this family you don't take praise for something you didn't do. He had no control over his attendance. I took him to school and it would have been my decision to keep him off. I should get the reward (or not) for his attendance.4. We are taking him out of school for five days at the end of term.
In this family we value school and work but we also know the importance of making memories and having rest. So our son will finish his school year one week early and go to Italy instead class parties, watching films, and playing end of year games (with permission from school).
For parents who don't understand her decision, Rachel asks them to imagine a work environment where absences are publicly marked in front of your colleagues and departments with the least number of workers off are rewarded in front of the others. "Can you imagine what kind of atmosphere that would create with people who had days off because of bereavement, mental health problem or chronic conditions?" she wrote. "What on earth are we teaching our kids about value and worth? What are we teaching them about looking out for each other and looking after the sick or disabled in our community?"
Rachel also shared that her older child is "severely disabled" and that when schools honor kids for their attendance, it's simply sending the wrong message to other children. "There must be a better way of helping those families and children who don't go to school for non-genuine reasons," she wrote.
19 Reasons the New Spider-Man Movie Will Be Unlike Anything You've Seen Before
Like many other superhero movie fans out there, I suffer from a serious, life-altering condition known as Spider-Man Fatigue (SMF). I'm a fan of the early-2000s franchise starring Tobey Maguire, and I willingly sat through Andrew Garfield's take on Peter Parker in 2012 and 2014. But when I heard Marvel and Sony had combined forces to tell a new version of the young web-slinger's story for a third time, I audibly groaned. Another one? Seriously? Then, I saw Captain America: Civil War. This Spider-Man, played by 20-year-old British rising star Tom Holland, is only in the movie briefly but seems immediately lighter and funnier; he meshes perfectly with Tony Stark and the rest of the gang. Could it be? Could Marvel have finally found a way to stop my skeptical eyes from rolling at each mention of a new installment to his story?
To figure out, once and for all, whether I'd be able to enjoy a sixth Spider-Man movie, I flew down to Marvel's Pinewood Studios in Atlanta, where the team behind Spider-Man: Homecoming filled me and a group of other journalists in on what's in store for Peter Parker this time around. We arrived on production day 46 of 74 and were treated to tours of a few sets - including a massive portion of the Washington Monument that Peter climbs and a full-size (but still partial) replica of the Staten Island Ferry designed to split in two for a fight scene - and an enlightening conversation with Eric Carroll. The coproducer and director of development for Marvel explained to us the basic story of the film and what Homecoming is trying to achieve with this iteration; chiefly, they want it to feel fresh and new while still going back to basics in terms of Peter's story.
Later on that day we got a better idea of just how basic Carroll meant, when we watched Michael Keaton and Holland film a scene in an old, empty warehouse, where Peter Parker confronts the Vulture dressed in a very, very basic version of his suit (which you can see above). After chatting with Keaton, Holland, Carroll, director Jon Watts, and more members of the production team who've helped bring this movie to life, I can confirm that any fellow sufferer of SMF needs not fear: Spider-Man: Homecoming is going to leave us all with our jaws on the floor.
- This will be the youngest Peter Parker yet. At just 15 years old, Marvel has given us a glimpse at Peter in all of his awkward, nerdy, angsty glory. As we saw in Civil War, he's not only figuring out the limits of his powers, but also learning how to balance his life as a student and friend, as well as a superhero. "[It's] the whole aspect of keeping him grounded and making sure the audience sees a kid as a superhero," Holland explained. "Because we've seen the sort of Norse god, we've seen the billionaire, we've seen the soldier, now we get to see the kid. And one of the most important themes of the movie is, what would a 15-year-old boy do with superpowers? So, sort of opening act to the movie, you see Peter really trying to discover who he is, what he can do, which is something I feel like we haven't really explored massively in the previous movies - is seeing Peter make mistakes and try and rectify them and try and learn exactly what he can do."
- They're staying true to his Queens, NY, roots. If you hear "Spider-Man" and immediately conjure images of him slinging his way around Manhattan's tallest skyscrapers, think again. "If you think of New York, you always think of Manhattan, so it's a very conscious tonal choice to say he is not in Manhattan," production designer Oliver Scholl told us. "Manhattan is always across the river, it's where he aspires to be. That's where the Avengers' tower is - across the river looming in the sunset. But he's not there yet."
- So, no skyscrapers for Peter? This Spider-Man is still unsure of his powers and therefore isn't keen on jumping off 40-story buildings. "Spider-Man starting out - he's not irrationally afraid of heights, but he has the fear of heights that all well-balanced people do," Carroll said. "So he's going to work up to becoming the Spider-Man we know he will someday. But we will not see him swing down Fifth Avenue in this movie. We will not see him 40 stories off the ground acting like that is not the most terrifying thing he will do that day." Luckily he'll be much more at home in the low-rises in Queens.
- Aunt May is getting a face lift. Following in the footsteps of Rosemary Harris and Sally Field, Marisa Tomei is the next Aunt May. She won't be wearing a white wig or sitting for hours in the makeup chair to make her look older, though; this Aunt May is "more of a big sister" figure to Peter, who encourages him to go out and be social.
- Uncle Ben will be basically nonexistent. Although Holland kept information about Uncle Ben's role in this Peter's story under wraps, Carroll confirmed that the character will be alluded to at best. Here's hoping we never have to see Uncle Ben bleed out on a sidewalk somewhere ever again, right?
- The Avengers are responsible for creating the Vulture. Remember all of that talk about how superheroes are never held accountable for all of the destruction their giant battles cause? Well, Keaton's Adrian Toomes (aka the Vulture) is a direct side effect of The Battle of New York. Toomes owns a salvage company, which is hired to clean up the Avengers' damage around Stark Tower. He's elated over scoring such a big contract, only to be told another company - called "Damage Control" - is handling the job instead. As a blue-collar family man just trying to get by, he's furious. This is what eventually sends him on a collision course with Peter.
- The Vulture salvages his gear from The Battle of New York. Although Toomes and his men are kicked off the project pretty soon, it's still enough time for them to steal some alien tech they find amid the detritus. This is how Toomes is able to build wings for himself, and how some of his men - who later become Marvel villains the Tinkerer and the Shocker - get their own powerful tools.
- The Vulture is a totally new kind of Marvel villain. Loki and Ultron might have been hell-bent on taking over the world, but the Vulture has smaller goals in mind. "He's somewhat of a victim," Keaton said Toomes's motivations. "He takes things in to feel like a victim. And some of it is justified actually, because he believes that there is an upper echelon of society and people who are getting away with a lot and have everything, and there was a whole lot of folks who are working hard and don't have much. Does that sound familiar to anybody, given the political climate?" In the same warehouse where we watched Keaton and Holland film, we got to take a stroll through Toomes's workshop, which is covered in crayon drawings from his children.
- Holland's performance is inspired by both of the previous Spider-Mans. Holland is definitely doing something new with his character, but he wasn't afraid to pick and choose elements from Maguire and Garfield. "It's difficult to not take any influence from Toby and Andrew because they both had such great versions of the character," he said. "I think from Toby, I'm taking the kind of less cool side of things, whereas Andrew is very cool and very sort of contained. I thought his Spider-Man was fantastic. When he was in that suit, I thought he really came to life, and so those are the two things I'm taking from both people. But for me, it's just making sure I feel like a kid on set and really, really be the kid that everyone wants to be, you know? To just have fun with it, and see a superhero really enjoy having his powers."
- A classic '80s comedy inspired a key fight scene. Bueller? Bueller? That's right, there will be a sequence of Peter chasing bad guys through a neighborhood worthy of Ferris Bueller. Hopefully he'll use his web to get around instead of stealing his best friend's father's Ferrari.
- The cast had to watch a John Hughes movie marathon to prepare. Spider-Man: Homecoming is first and foremost a coming-of-age tale, so Watts turned to the master of such stories: John Hughes. "He gave us a lot of movies to watch," Holland said. "God there's so many movies, and we basically just all sat down in my house in Atlanta, all the cast, and we just watched them all in one day and just had like a Dominos day. It was amazing . . . Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, Pretty in Pink, there were loads of them."
- Which is good, since the characters will be in high school for a while. High school will be "a big aspect" of these films, according to Carroll, which Watts echoed. "In the (Sam) Raimi one, he's only in high school for like 10 minutes," Watts said. "But I wanted to make a high school movie, so the opportunity to do it with Spider-Man was pretty exciting." Homecoming takes place in Peter's sophomore year, which means a trilogy might end with Peter graduating. Fingers crossed Spider-Man: Prom is next.
- Holland went undercover at a high school in the Bronx to get the full experience. "I sent him to the Bronx High School of Science, because that's the kind of school that Peter Parker would go to," Watts revealed. "He was so blown away by how hard the kids worked, how smart everyone was, and the thing he remarked on was just everyone was exhausted, and that's what I remember from high school." Holland went all-in on the experience, too, donning a fake name and accent to blend in. "I am in no way a science student, and some of the teachers would call me up in front of the class and try and get me to do equations and stuff. It was so embarrassing," he recalled. "But it was actually really, really informative, because schools in London are so different. I would go to school every day in a suit and tie, it was just boys, and to be in a school where you can be free and let loose and be with girls was so different." Holland swears that no one figured out his secret identity, but we have a feeling he's going to have a harder time being anonymous once Homecoming premieres.
- Tony Stark is an important part of Peter's growth. "Their relationship is so great in Civil War that you kind of feel you have to keep exploring that," Watts said of his choice to make Tony a big part of Peter's story. Holland says Tony is "more like a big brother than he is a father figure" to Peter because of their banter. "He picks on him," he explained. "And he kind of is down on him quite a lot, but then there is that level of him caring about him like his own. And Robert [Downey Jr.] has really brought something lovely to the character. A very different side to Stark than we've ever seen before."
- Tony is a little too overprotective of Peter, according to Peter. After seeing how clumsily Peter handled certain aspects of his team-up with Tony in Berlin, "he doesn't feel that [Peter is] ready yet to be an Avenger," Holland said. "I think he might have thought that what happened in Germany was too much for Spider-Man at that time, so he is very persuasive and he's constantly trying to get Peter to stay in Queens, and save cats out of trees, and stop the burglar, and blah, blah, blah, and nothing of this scale."
- Say goodbye to Harry Osborn. In an effort to make Homecoming feel fresh, Carroll said that "our goal was not to see what's already been seen." This means Peter's BFF-turned nemesis will be missing, along with Oscorp and the Daily Bugle. Fortunately Peter finds a friend and confidant in classmate Ned Leeds (Jacob Batalon), who will no doubt ground the blossoming superhero.
- Say hello to a sick new suit. According to Carroll, Peter's suit (courtesy of Tony) will include features like "a heater, lights, surveillance data, airbags, taser-webs, and mutliweb shooters." Not too shabby for a 15-year-old from Queens, right?
- Holland does not share Peter Parker's reflexes. There's a scene in Homecoming that sees Peter handling liquid webbing, but it didn't take long for Holland to be barred from playing with it. "As soon as they gave it to me I dropped it and it smashed everywhere. It's literally day one," he laughed. "It was this clear liquid and then I poured this yellow liquid into it, then mixed it, and it would go fluorescent white. I was like 'Oh this is the coolest thing ever' and just smashed it everywhere. So, they immediately took it off me and I wasn't allowed to play with it."
- Holland confirms that Zendaya is the perfect actress for the job. When news first broke that Zendaya might be playing iconic Spidey love interest Mary Jane Watson (although she's been referred to as "Michelle" so far), some despicable corners of the internet decided to throw a tantrum over the fact she isn't white. Fortunately Holland can attest that of anyone tasked with dealing with these particular haters, Zendaya probably does it best. "Z is so powerful and so strong-willed that it's not going to shake her at all," he said. "She has such a large following on Instagram, and the majority of those people all love her. I feel like our generation is moving past this whole [idea] that you can't cast someone who's not of the right race for a character, and I really think we're breaking through and changing that, and Z is perfect for it." We have to agree.
See Spider-Man: Homecoming when it hits theaters on July 6!
Prince George and Princess Charlotte Are Headed to Germany and Poland!
If you've been wanting to see more of Prince George and Princess Charlotte, you're in luck because they're headed to Germany and Poland! On Monday, it was announced at a Buckingham Place briefing that Prince William and Kate Middleton are bringing their kids with them on their five-day tour, which kicks off on July 17 and ends on July 21. "They have decided that their children, Prince George and Princess Charlotte, will travel with them and we expect the children to be seen in at least a couple of occasions over the course of the week," their spokesman said. "They look forward to a busy and impactful tour and are grateful that they will have the opportunity to meet the Polish and German people - such important friends of the United Kingdom - as a family."
George and Charlotte will stay with their nanny, Maria Turrion Borrallo, at the Belvedere Palace in Warsaw and at the British ambassador's residence in Berlin while Will and Kate conduct their official duties. If their visit is anything like their 2016 trip to Canada, we're in for a special treat.
Brad Pitt and Sienna Miller Are Reportedly "Spending Some Time Together"
It's been 10 months since Angelina Jolie filed for divorce from Brad Pitt, and it seems the actor is finally ready to move on. According to Us Weekly, Brad - who's been looking pretty damn good these days - has "been on a couple of dates." "He's hanging out with friends and those friends are bringing him out to meet other people," a source told the publication. The insider also confirmed that Brad has had a few meetups with Sienna Miller, who starred in his 2016 film, The Lost City of Z, and that "they've been spending some time together."
Brad and Sienna first sparked dating rumors in April when they were spotted chatting most of the night at a Lost City of Z dinner event in LA. While both parties have yet to confirm the new relationship, it's also worth noting that they linked up again in June at England's Glastonbury Festival with pal Bradley Cooper.
24 Photos of Reese Witherspoon and Ava Phillippe That Will Make You Do a Double Take
We've gotten many peeks into Reese Witherspoon's personal life lately, especially where her family is concerned; the actress has taken to social media to share sweet photos of her home and family, including snaps of her three kids, sons Deacon and Tennessee and daughter Ava. Ava, the 17-year-old progeny of Reese and her ex-husband, Ryan Phillippe, has clearly inherited both of her parents' good looks and is paving her own way when it comes to her offbeat style and artsy social media presence - what teenager hasn't experimented with dyeing their hair pink, getting a nose ring, or rocking Doc Martens? Reese recently opened up about her look-alike daughter's trendsetting ways, saying, "She's so much cooler than I am!" and admitting that they "confer about new styles" and that Ava tells her "whether or not I can wear things."
We're highlighting Reese and Ava's special bond with a roundup of their cutest pics, from casual mother-daughter outings to glamorous red carpet dates. Scroll through to see them all now, then check out even more celebrity kids who look identical to their parents.
Paris Has Summer's Best Street Style Looks to Copy Right Now
One thing you can always expect at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week is the abundance of amazing street style outfits. While designers show off their creations on the runway, guests and models dress in their best on the streets. You'll see people in designs from Dior and Chloé, but just as likely, someone in a denim skirt and t-shirt. The fashion influencers all have a pulse on easy Summer outfits and with a little inspiration below, anyone can re-create the looks.
67 Bikini Photos That Show Alessandra Ambrosio's Amazing Body
Alessandra Ambrosio's Instagram is reliable for a few things: bikinis, gorgeous beaches, and sexy photos. The Brazilian supermodel is not shy when it comes to getting in a skimpy swimsuit and posing for the camera - she did make her fame by walking down the runway of the hottest show in Victoria's Secret lingerie - and we don't blame her. The mom of two has a crazy-toned body. Need proof? See her sexiest bikini pictures, then check out her workout style.
Cristiano Ronaldo Holding His Twins Shirtless Is Too Much For Us to Handle Today
Soccer player Cristiano Ronaldo is now a proud dad of three, and he is screaming it from the rooftops - or at least from the metaphorical rooftops that are his social media accounts. The 32-year-old recently shared the first photo of his new twins, a girl and a boy he reportedly welcomed via surrogate.
While we've grown accustomed to adorable twinning photos with his 6-year-old mini me, Cristiano Jr. - who we might add looks superhappy to have a little brother and sister - we're already looking forward to learning more about Ronaldo's new additions. We still don't know their names, and we can't wait until he announces them!
In the meantime, we will survive by staring at the photos he's posted of his new family so far.
20 Sweet and Savory Rolled-Up Versions of Your Favorite Foods
Lasagna is good, but lasagna roll-ups are even better. The same goes for most foods that you can turn into a spiralized version - something about making a childhood favorite like grilled cheese as a rolled-up, dip-friendly version is so much more fun. Read on to find 20 twisty spins on your favorite foods, both sweet and savory, like strawberry Nutella french toast roll-ups, chicken and sun-dried tomato lasagna rolls, and much more.
This Mom's Video on Postbaby Bodies Will Have You Nodding in Agreement
If you've had a baby, you know the struggle - and the enormous amount of pressure - new moms face when it comes to getting back to prebaby shape. Tova Leigh, an actress and writer based in the UK, has been there, and that's why she released a hilarious new video that has a pretty clear message: back off women who've just had kids!
In the Facebook video, Tova opens up by saying, "There's a lot of pressure on women to bounce back. You know? To go back to looking exactly how we did before we became moms."
The hilarious mom, who claims to still look like she's six months pregnant after giving birth to her last baby (and not caring one iota), thinks there are other more important things to worry about when it comes to a woman's postpartum body, like the tiny detail of making sure her organs are back where they're supposed to be. "Her internal organs actually move out of the way for this amazing miracle that is happening in her body. So when she gives birth, her body is too busy making sure her liver is not shoved up her throat," she reminds everyone.
From there, the mother of three goes into what she considers another major struggle that deserves more attention than "bouncing back": being able to sit down postdelivery. "Our baby, God bless him with that big head, ripped the sh*t out of us, so we've got like 300 stitches down there."
And to end it all, we get to bodily fluids and everything you already know breastfeeding women go through when it comes to producing milk, aka from leaking in a staff meeting at work to waking up in a puddle of milk at night.
The takeaway from the video? Even though society's obsessed with new moms getting back down to their prebaby weight, Tova couldn't care less and neither should you. So ignore that celebrity mom's Instagram photo, and go back to working at your own pace.
Study Reveals the Unexpected Impact of Breastfeeding on Your Child's Teeth
While it's been proven that long-term breastfeeding can have some positive effects on your child including a reduced risk of obesity, a new study has analyzed the unexpected impact of breastfeeding on your child's dental health. According to a study in the American Academy of Pediatrics journal, children who are breastfed for at least two years are more likely to have cavities than those who are only breastfed for 12 months.
The study took place in southern Brazil, where researchers looked at 1,129 5-year-old children and the average number of decayed, missing, and filled primary tooth surfaces, as well as severe early childhood cavities. The groups of children were exposed to breast milk at birth and at 3, 12, or 24 months.
Researchers found that 23.9 percent of the children had severe cavities and the children who were breastfed for 24 months or longer had a 2.4 times higher risk of early childhood cavities than those who were breastfed for less than a year. It's important to point out that children who were breastfed between 13 and 23 months did not have a higher chance of cavities.
"There are some reasons to explain such an association," said Dr. Karen Glazer Peres, lead author of the study. "First, children who are exposed to breastfeeding beyond 24 months are usually those breastfed on demand and at night. Second, higher frequency of breastfeeding and nocturnal breastfeeding on demand makes it very difficult to clean teeth in this specific period."
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding babies for a year and to continue if the mother and child both want to, but now we know how important it is to take care of your breastfeeding child's teeth to prevent cavities at a young age.
Every Parent Needs to See What "Seed Ticks" Did to This Girl ASAP
As scientists predict that this could be the worst tick season in recent memory, one mom's viral warning is resonating with worried parents hoping to protect their children.
Beka Setzer posted a "PSA" on Facebook last summer along with eye-opening photos of her little girl in order to spread awareness to parents who have kids who love to play outside during the Spring and Summer - but don't realize just how small ticks can be or what to look for. "Emmalee was playing outside yesterday rolling around on the ground while enjoying the sprinkler," the Ohio mom wrote. "After coming inside and laying down for a nap, I just happened to notice tiny (and I mean TINY) little black dots all over her legs, abdomen, arms, and armpit area."
At first, Beka thought they must've been seeds. It wasn't until she couldn't wipe them off and had to scrape them that she realized they were ticks. "She must've been playing in or near a nest of tick larvae and was covered," Beka wrote. "I spent nearly an hour and a half picking off well over 100 minuscule baby ticks off of her, gave her a long Dawn dish soap bath with repeated washing, washed all bedding, clothing, and toys she came into contact with afterwards and administered Benadryl."
The next morning, Emmalee woke up with a fever, bites all over her body, and a "hard, marble sized" swollen lymph node. "I want to make every parent aware of what these look like so you can be on the lookout," Beka wrote. They're not as easy to see as the ticks you're likely looking for on yourself or children."
If you spot a tick on your child, don't make the mistake of pulling it off. The tick's mouth can be left behind on your kid's skin and leave him or her still at risk for various infections including Lyme disease. Instead, it is recommended that you use a knife to scrape the tick off or a strong pair of tweezers with a magnifying glass. More information on seed ticks can be found here.
Every Pet Owner Needs One of These Gadgets in Their Home
For years I've been thinking I need to get some kind of security system for my apartments so I can watch my cats. A large part of me wanted to catch them in the act when I knew they were inevitably getting into trouble or fighting with each other. I finally got the new Honeywell Lyric C1 Wi-Fi Security Camera to spy on my kitties, and oh my gosh, it's amazing. If I'm not careful, I could easily spend an hour just watching them through the camera do absolutely nothing but sleep. (I love my cats, OK?)
If you've been considering getting one of these little cameras for your home but haven't done it yet, keep reading to see why I think you should go for it.
It's motion and sound activated
The Lyric will record 30-second clips whenever the motion or sound sensor is activated, and the clips are saved into the app for you to view when you open it. You can also then save those clips to your phone. You have the option to get push notifications when those happen as well, but I found that because there's so much noise at my apartment, the push notifications were a bit overwhelming.
The fact that these bits are recorded, though, convinced me I would catch Sherlock picking a fight or Watson knocking something over, but so far I have only caught them sleeping or moving around to eat. It's unbelievable how lazy my cats are.
You can talk through it
You have the option through the app to talk through the camera, so in theory, I could yell at Sherlock if he does pick a fight. Or I can call to the cats if I can't see them on the screen. So far they have not listened to me at all, but I keep trying.
It has night vision
This is great not just for checking on my cats if I'm away for a weekend or out late at night, but in case I want to check on my apartment otherwise, just to make sure nothing is amiss. The camera is equipped with night vision so you can still see everything clearly.
It covers a large area
I have mine set up on the top of my dresser pointed at the bed, since that's where my cats spend 90 percent of their lives. I keep making small adjustments as I set up my new apartment and learn where else the cats like to hang out, but thankfully, the wide angle of the lens means it captures nearly my entire bedroom.
It's supereasy to set up
It took me maybe five minutes to get the camera up and running, which is saying a lot for someone who has horrible luck with technology. It just requires your WiFi and downloading the app onto your phone. The whole installation process is very intuitive.
It's just plain fun
I absolutely love checking in on my cats, even though they're almost always asleep. It's nice when I'm gone for a night and just want to see them or when I have a few free minutes at work. I'm most definitely at least partially obsessed with my cats, so this helps me feel closer to them when I'm not around.
Take a Minute to Relive the Funniest Seinfeld Moments Ever
This might be hard to hear, but Seinfeld turns 28 this year. That's right, 28. It's mind-boggling not just because of the year count, but also because the show is still so funny. How many times have you watched a rerun and laughed your ass off and caught a few new jokes? Seinfeld launched a ton of pop culture catchphrases and made weird situations relatable, so to celebrate the greatness of the series, we've rounded up 60 of the very best and funniest Seinfeld GIFs. If you have a door, close it now, because you're about to crack up.
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