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May 24 2010 08:20 AM ET
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Monica Bellucci Welcomes Daughter Léonie

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It’s another little bambina for Monica Bellucci!

The actress gave birth to a second daughter, Léonie, on the evening of Friday, May 21 in Rome, PEOPLE has confirmed.

Both mother and daughter are doing “marvelously,” according to a member of the actress’s entourage.

Bellucci and husband Vincent Cassel — who wed in 1999 — are also parents to daughter Deva, 5½.

The actress, 45, will be seen alongside Nicolas Cage in the upcoming Sorcerer’s Apprentice, while Cassel, 43, recently wrapped The Black Swan with Natalie Portman and Mila Kunis.

– Peter Mikelbank

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May 24 2010 08:00 AM ET
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Idina Menzel Currently Living In a ‘Baby Zone’

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Since welcoming her first child with husband Taye Diggs last fall, Idina Menzel‘s life has been turned upside down by son Walker Nathaniel.

“It’s a baby zone,” the actress tells USA Today of her New York City apartment.

Eight-month-old Walker’s gear is even visible on the set of Glee, where Menzel plays Vocal Adrenaline coach Shelby Corcoran.

“It’s tough because I’m still nursing,” she explains.

“In the trailer, I have my pump, and on breaks I had to go in and set up my human-cow situation and they’d call me back.”
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May 24 2010 12:00 AM ET
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Giveaway: A David Klein Animal Print from RosieHippo.com (A $175 Value!)

Courtesy of Rosie Hippo

We’re big fans of eco-friendly toy shop, Rosie Hippo. They stock safe (but fun!) playthings made in small villages and cooperatives all over the globe. They also have a wide selection of beautiful animal illustrations by famed artist/illustrator David Klein that are guaranteed to brighten any child’s room.

Originally created in 1966, these striking 12″X12″ images are available exclusively at Rosie Hippo. Each limited-edition print is numbered and authenticated.

Want one for yourself? The e-boutique is giving away one unframed print ($175) to a lucky Moms & Babies reader. And, the winner can choose from any one of the 12 colorful animal designs.

Hurry up and enter for your chance to win! Online entries must be received between 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time (“ET”) on 5/24/10 and 11:59 p.m. (ET) on 5/30/10. See Official Rules.

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May 23 2010 03:00 PM ET
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Niki Taylor: Teen Marriage, Motherhood Was ‘A Lot On My Plate’

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Long before she became a parent, Niki Taylor had envisioned herself as a young mom.

However, when she welcomed twin boys into a failing marriage at age 19, the model found her life spiraling in a direction she didn’t like.

“It was like, ‘Who is this guy I married?’ It was super hard because I did rush into it,” Taylor, now 35, reveals in the spring issue of Mom.

“I was young, and I thought I was in love. So when the babies came, it was not something I signed up for.”

“We were just two totally different people and after two totally different things. I was pregnant at 18, had [Jake and Hunter] at 19 and divorced by 21 … it was a lot on my plate for my young 20s!”
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May 23 2010 02:00 PM ET
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Review: Graco Nautilus Elite 3-in-1 Car Seat

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Imagine being able to use one car seat from 20 lbs. to 100 lbs.

That’s now possible thanks to the new Graco Nautilus Elite 3-in-1 Car Seat ($239).

Not only is the headrest designed to adjust to different heights and widths, but it also easily converts to both a high-back and backless booster for bigger kids.

Check out our full review below.

Things We Like: This easy-to-install seat is made with EPS absorbing foam and comes with a 3-position recline, which makes it super comfy for long rides.

We also love the 2-way adjustable headrest because it gives every child a custom fit.

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May 23 2010 11:00 AM ET
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Mini Must-Have: Suri Cruise’s Sweet Dress!

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Cue the cute dress!

While visiting mom Katie Holmes on the set of Son of No One on April 4, Suri Cruise proved once again she’s a budding fashionista.

The 4-year-old opted for a girlie, all-pink ensemble (cotton dress and pull-up socks) complete with navy bow ballet flats.

After a little digging, we found out Suri’s adorable frock is the Cozy Cotton Tunic Dress in bright coral ($32) from Crewcuts — one of her go-to brands.

Love it? It also comes in navy and heather grey.

— Anya Leon

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May 23 2010 08:00 AM ET
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Family Photo: Marcia Gay Harden’s Cirque Cuties

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It was a family night out in New York on Wednesday for Marcia Gay Harden and her three kids!

Daughter Eulala Grace, 11 and twins Hudson and Julitta Dee, 6, joined Mom at the opening night of Cirque du Soleil’s Banana Shpeel, held at the Beacon Theatre on the Upper West Side.

Despite the age difference between her children, Harden and husband Thaddaeus Scheel make it a priority to ensure close sibling relationships, the actress says.

“I had to tell Eulala that while she might not finish her homework, she has to find an hour to spend with her brother and sister every night and have dinner with the family,” Harden, 50, explained recently.

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