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Ali Larter Reveals New Cookbook — And Recipe!

05/15/2013 at 10:00 AM ET

Ali Larter Kitchen Revelry Cookbook
Amy Neunsinger

Becoming a mom changes a lot in a woman’s life — your schedule, sleep pattern and more. But it can also awaken your desire to pursue other passions, which was definitely the case for Ali Larter when she welcomed 2-year-old Theodore in 2010.

“After my son was born, I realized how much time I spend on set acting and how much I love that, but when I’m not on set, I’m usually throwing dinner parties or cooking and entertaining in some way,” the actress tells PEOPLE.

“So I thought you know what, maybe I’ll try to put a book together, that sounds like kind of a fun thing to do in my off-time.”

The result of all Larter’s hard work is Kitchen Revelry: A Year of Festive Menus From My Home to Yours, which will hit stores in September.
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Lisa Osbourne’s Cool Mother’s Day Gift Ideas

05/12/2013 at 11:00 AM ET

Lisa Osbourne Mother's Day Gift Ideas
Lindsay Louise Woolf

“We all know flowers, cards and candy are a welcome sight on Mother’s Day,” says new mom Lisa Osbourne, here with 1-year-old daughter Pearl.

“However, I think any mom would appreciate something she can really use consistently or something she would love but wouldn’t buy for herself rather than something that has to be eaten or thrown away.”

Still looking for last minute gifts? Check out Osbourne’s list of fun ideas below:

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Great Ideas! 15 Gadgets That Make New Moms’ Lives Easier

05/10/2013 at 10:00 AM ET

Cool Gadgets for New Moms
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When you’re expecting, it’s hard to know what you really need when your little one arrives.

And the last thing you want is to have a house full of useless baby products collecting dust.

PEOPLE.com editor and mom-of-two (she recently welcomed her second daughter) Amy Jamieson helps take the guesswork out of which gadgets are really worth checking out.

From a formula dispenser to an on-the-go bottle warmer, here’s her list of indispensable tools for mamas who already have their hands full.

Check it out below:
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Great Ideas! Laila Ali’s Kid-Friendly Oral Hygiene Tips

04/29/2013 at 03:00 PM ET

As a busy mom-of-two, Laila Ali knows all too well how important it is to set aside time to make sure your children are taking care of their teeth — which makes her the perfect spokesperson for the Ad Council’s new children’s oral health campaign.

Currently hosting Everyday Healthairing nationwide on ABC, Ali is also a world-class athlete, fitness & wellness expert, cooking enthusiast and founder of the Laila Ali Lifestyle Brand.

As a champion boxer, I’ve faced some tough opponents: Christy Martin, Mónica Núñez, Jackie Frazier-Lyde. But even I didn’t realize that one of the toughest jobs in my life would also be one of the most rewarding — being a mother to my two children, C.J., 4½, and Sydney, 2.

But one of my biggest parenting challenges is getting my kids to brush their teeth. They squirm. They lose focus. Once, the little one swallowed her toothpaste! It’s no wonder that fewer than half of American parents currently report that their kids brush their teeth twice a day.

Laila Ali Ad Council
Courtesy Laila Ali

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Great Ideas! Marissa Jaret Winokur’s Mom-Friendly Beauty Tips

04/26/2013 at 11:00 AM ET

Marissa Jaret Winokur Wet N Wild Mom-Friendly Beauty Tips
NICOLE WEINGART

Now that she’s gotten serious about exercising and healthy eating, Marissa Jaret Winokur is tackling her beauty routine. And as a busy mom (son Zev Isaac is 4½), the quicker the better.

“During the day, less is more,” our blogger tells PEOPLE. “But at night, I love to pile it on! Seriously, I would wear mascara to bed if I could. Plus, there’s never enough lip gloss and concealer is always your best friend!”

As a Wet N Wild celebrity beauty advisor, the Tony-winning actress has created a few useful tips to help other moms look their best whether they’re out and about with the kids or going on a hot date with the hubby.

Check them out in the video below.
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Great Ideas! How to Buy a Good Nursing Bra

04/16/2013 at 02:00 PM ET

Le Mystere How to Buy Nursing Bra Tips
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When you have a baby on the way, getting a professional bra fitting is essential to ensure your breasts look and feel their best during pregnancy says Le Mystère New York director, Jessica Pfister.

“Breasts typically grow to their maximum size during the eighth month so that’s a good time to be measured for a bra to last throughout your nursing process.”

But wait, you’re not done. As soon as you’re finished nursing, you’ll have to take another trip to your local bra fitter as your breasts (the tissue gets considerably softer thus altering the shape) will change yet again.

Sound like a lot? We hear you. That’s why we asked Pfister to share her best tips on what to consider when shopping for a good nursing bra. Check them out below:

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Lisa Osbourne: 10 Weird Things They Don’t Tell You About Pregnancy

04/11/2013 at 02:00 PM ET

Jack Osbourne Lisa Osbourne Pearl Clementine
Lindsay Louise Woolf

While pregnant with 11-month-old daughter Pearl Clementine, Lisa Osbourne (who is married to Jack Osbourne), found out pretty early on that not everything about having a baby is wonderful.

From weird pains and healthy foods to feed your baby to her dream hospital bag and newborn must-haves, she decided to create a blog to share her thoughts and experiences with other expectant women. Hence, Raddest Mom was born.

Now the new mom, 26, is spilling the beans on some not-so-comfortable topics (constipation, anyone?) to our readers. Check out her humorous take below.

1. You gag on everything in your first trimester. Well, at least I did. This includes but is not limited to: your toothbrush, the thought of whatever food is disgusting you that day, the smell of your husband’s cologne, etc. We all know about the nausea, but dry-heaving usually comes with it — and it’s even less cute.
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