I received the adorable, colorful and super fun to use Stickr Frames from Butch & Harold and am in love with both the concept and the execution. What a cute idea for decorating a kid’s room or a play room with easily removable and reusable frames that peel off and stick directly to your walls. You can change your photos weekly, seasonally, or whenever the mood strikes for some redecorating.  It’s that easy.  The kit includes 8 stickr frames, 4 mini dry-erase boards (which are really just stickers from the inside of the frames that can be used with dry-erase markers), 1 stickr ruler, 1 customizable room diagram and stickers of the BUTCH & Harold pet mascots.

I immediately opened the package and used the frames that worked for 4×6” inch pictures.  The frames stick to the walls very well. However, our playroom walls have a bit of a light texture, which shows up through the Stickr frame. This “rough” look is fine by me because we are using it for a really casual purpose, but it’s worth noting that these frames will look best on a smooth wall if you are going for a more finished designer look, like they show on the website.

The package includes 8 frames for pictures of different sizes including two 5×7”, one 8×10”, three 4×6”, and one 4×4”.  I like the variety or colors and designs, but I have to say I haven’t used the ones for 5×7” or 8×10” because I don’t have this sized picture as easily accessible.  I have lots of 4×6 photos around though, so I wonder if this might be more useful with more 4×6 frames and less of the bigger frames. I noticed on their packaging that they have other kits including one that looks like a train that fits only 4×6 and 4×4 photos. That seems like it might be more easy to use, and it also looks really cute (in the photos.)

I loved the packaging and their note that “all effort was made to avoid superfluous packaging and wasted resources.” It appears to be true, as it came in a simple cellophane package and the rest of it is a usable part of the product. They’ve made good use of a big printed sticker, even creating on this same strip of sticker paper a ruler that can be used and stuck to the wall as well.

I also noticed they Butch & Harold has free shipping on orders over $35 on their website, so that makes it even more appealing. It seems like a great gift for kids’ birthdays. I think I’ll add it to my list.

MSRP $19.95

http://www.butchandharold.com/shop/stickr-frame/stickr-frame-multi/

Parks and Nida, a certified personal trainer, were married in 2009 and welcomed their first little bundle of joy – their son Ayden, who is now 2 years old, soon after.

Parks and Nida aren't just growing their family – they're also expanding their brand. The pair recently collaborated on a fitness DVD titled "Phine Body," which is available on Amazon.com.

While Parks is famous for her on-screen antics with fellow "Atlanta" housewives Kim Zolciak and NeNe Leakes, prior to appearing on the show she worked as an entertainment lawyer.

And although Parks is choosing to keep the due date for her baby under wraps for the time being, she certainly hasn't been shy about her burgeoning bump!

While on the beach in the Bahamas with friends and family, Parks was photographed in a stylish black one-piece bathing suit cradling her belly.

Parks' great choice of swimwear is an inspiration to women who are expecting, especially those who opt to vacation in tropical locales. By donning a one-piece suit, ladies can still enjoy some fun in the sun while accentuating their changing figures!

"Camila Alves gave birth to our third child yesterday morning," McConaughey wrote on WhoSay. "Our son, Livingston Alves McConaughey, was born at 7:43 [a.m.] on [Dec. 28]. He greeted the world at 9 [pounds] and 21 inches."

Livingston joins older brother Levi, 4, and sister Vida, who turns 3 next month.

The delivery of baby Livingston is an exciting finish to a tremendous year for the couple, who got married on June 9 at their home in Austin, Texas.

McConaughey stars in the upcoming "Dallas Texas Buyers Club" as AIDS advocate Ron Woodruff. The Texas-born actor also appeared earlier this year in the hit film, "Magic Mike."

Alves, who was raised in Brazil, rose to fame as a runway model before hosting the Bravo reality competition, "Shear Genius."

Throughout her third pregnancy, Alves tread an innovative path with her keen sense of maternity wear fashion. From red carpet premieres to running errands with her kids, the bronze-skinned beauty has been spotted wearing bandage dresses by designer Herve Leger.

While tight and form-fitting, this ultra-chic ensemble gave Alves a style all her own throughout the pregnancy and allowed her to continue looking great up until her delivery.

"Do not be afraid to be sexy while you're pregnant," Alves told Us Weekly magazine in July as advice to expectant moms. Wise words, indeed!  

Overcoming the challenges of backaches, leg cramps and pregnancy brain
Welcome to week 26 of your pregnancy. In week 25, your burgeoning bump swelled to become the size of a soccer ball and your hair took on an abnormally shiny – but ultra luxurious – sheen that made you even more of an attention-grabber.

But in week 26, it's a whole new ballgame. You're at the tail end of your second trimester, and with all the changes your body's been through over the last few months, you probably feel like you deserve a much-needed rest.

Unfortunately, you're starting to feel the results of lugging a baby around in your belly. From backaches to leg cramps, your little one is making his or her presence known in a big way. And while at this point, pregnancy pains may seem like a hassle, it's important to view them as a labor of love.

During week 26, you may experience the gamut of symptoms, from bloating, to headaches, to changes in vision. Many women experience increased vaginal discharge, while even more are susceptible to the dreaded pregnancy brain.

If you're feeling less focused and more forgetful than usual, this could be a sign that you've succumbed to pregnancy brain – take it in stride though, since most of your coworkers, friends and family are probably inclined to cut you a break due to your condition!

Your uterus, which is now about 2 ½ inches above your belly button, will continue to expand by half an inch each week until your delivery.

YOUR BABY THIS WEEK

From rutabaga to cucumber
Last week, your baby learned how to clench his or her fist – this week, your little one is putting it to good use! Your baby has grown to a little over 13 inches during week 26, and he or she weighs in at a whopping 2 pounds, making him or her just about the size of a cucumber – an English hothouse cucumber, to be exact.

For weeks now, your little one's eyes have been shut tight, but now, it's almost time for him or her to let those peepers take a gander at the big, wide world. No matter what your baby's ethnicity is, his or her irises are going to be bright blue – a beautiful color that may or may not stick around after birth.

The beginnings of cabin fever are starting to kick in for your baby – what began as flutters and phantom movements a few months ago are now full-blown (and quite frequent!) kicks as your little one grows more restless. If a loud noise or bright light shines near your belly, don't be surprised if the baby responds by kicking or moving around more often.

During this time, your baby's ears are becoming stronger and he or she may be more attuned to the sound of your voice. Your little one is breathing amniotic fluid on a regular basis now, which stimulates the development of his or her lungs.

If you're having a boy, week 26 is also when his testicles will begin to descend into his scrotum.

HOW TO

Eat right and provide your body with plenty of nutrients
As your body changes in remarkable ways to accommodate your growing baby, it's only natural that you may feel like indulging yourself on occasion. From scrumptious desserts to a juicy burger or two, the temptation to treat yourself to a variety of sweet confections and savory, salty dishes loaded with goodness can be strong. If you embrace the notion that you're eating for two, it can be easy to get carried away as you pick out food to eat each day.

While no one would begrudge you a snack or two, it's important – both for your health and for the well-being of your baby – that you practice some moderation and try to keep your weight gain within a range that your healthcare provider recommends.

By week 26, the average weight gain is between 16 to 22 pounds. Every woman's pregnancy is unique, so this may not apply to you – however, by trying to stick to a balanced diet, you can ensure that your pregnancy is successful and your baby is healthy.

Fish, which many women enjoy, can still be eaten, but with some caution. Salmon, cod, bass and freshwater perch are usually fine to continue eating, just be sure to consult your doctor before making any adjustments to your diet.

You should also try and eat more meals featuring foods rich in iron, like spinach and lentils. This can help you recover some of the iron that your baby is absorbing and keep you in good health. Prenatal vitamin supplements can give you the boost you'll need to make the final months of your pregnancy even better!

Simpson, who appeared on the hit reality show, "Newlyweds," with former husband Nick Lachey as well as "The Dukes of Hazzard," gave birth to the couple's first child, Maxwell Drew Johnson, in May 2012.

"Merry Christmas from my family to yours!" Simpson wrote on Dec. 25 on Twitter, along with an adorable photo of her seven-month-old daughter with the phrase, "Big Sis," written in sand in front of her.

The Texas-born star announced her first pregnancy in similar bold fashion back in October 2011, posting a photograph of herself in head-to-toe bandaging with the caption declaring, "It's true – I'm going to be a mummy!"

Now that's she's officially expecting, Simpson – who received $3 million to act as a celebrity spokeswoman – will no longer be following a Weight Watcher's diet.

Simpson has made a big impact in the world of fashion as a designer and showed off a variety of great pregnancy clothes throughout her first pregnancy. From maxi dresses to sensational frocks, Simpson looked positively radiant in her attire and set a great example for moms-to-be who are still eager to be fashionistas!

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The baby, who was born on Dec. 17, is the couple's first child. The two were married in a private ceremony in France in 2009.

Danes announced her pregnancy in June 2012 and has stayed mum on the experience.

However, the "Homeland" star turned heads in September when she arrived at the 2012 Emmy Awards in a spectacular yellow dress by designer Lanvin that complemented her fair skin and blond locks.

Best of all, the dress fit nicely with her burgeoning baby bump and allowed Danes to celebrate the evening – and her Emmy win for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series – in style!

Throughout her pregnancy, Danes showed off a variety of remarkable ensembles featuring vivid pregnancy clothing. Her best looks included a black dress with embroidered straps at the season two premiere of "Homeland" in September, as well as a turquoise frock during an appearance on "Late Night with Jimmy Fallon."

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Donning a remarkable blue evening dress that complemented her complexion and changing physique, Madison was all smiles as she showed off her growing baby bump and stellar pregnancy clothing in front of the cameras.

Madison is pregnant with her first child with fiance Pasquale Rotella. She recently announced that she's expecting a little girl, to be delivered in March 2013.

The 32-year-old rose to fame on the hit reality show, "The Girls Next Door," which chronicled her time in the Playboy mansion as one of three girlfriends to Playboy mogul Hugh Hefner.

After her split from Hefner, Madison went on to star in the Las Vegas burlesque show "Peepshow." Madison bowed out of "Peepshow" due to her pregnancy – now Coco, the model, television personality and wife of Ice-T, headlines the show.

When asked recently about whether she hopes her daughter will follow in her famous footsteps, Madison told In Touch magazine, "I think she can do better."

"You think it's this glamorous thing until you realize how much you're judged for it," Madison added about posing for Playboy.

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Geldof and Cohen welcomed their first child, Astala, more than seven months ago. Geldof noted that her latest bun in the oven is a little boy whom she and Cohen plan to name Phaedra.

"It's a name that comes from an ancient Greek play but it also features in a song Tom and I both love called "Some Velvet Morning" by Lee Hazlewood," Geldof told Hello magazine.

As the daughter of legendary rocker Bob Geldof and the late Paula Yates, 23-year-old Geldof has been a controversial figure in the British tabloids, known as much for her work as a television presenter as for her partying ways.

Since giving birth to Astala, Geldof has become more of a homebody, frequently posting pictures of her little one, her dog and herself on social networking sites.

Geldof is also known for her chic sense of style. Earlier in December, Geldof showed off a stunning bright purple fur coat as she strolled through London with Cohen and their baby. Along with her tan and multicolored scarf, she looked comfortable and poised in her pregnancy clothing.

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And honestly, what's not to love? From presents to games to scrumptious party treats, baby showers may ostensibly be about stockpiling must-have items before the baby arrives, but they're actually an opportunity to celebrate women who are expecting and the tremendous job they've done so far!

If you have a close friend or relative who is expecting and you're lucky enough to be hosting the shindig, consider these great tips for planning a shower, which will guarantee that your baby bash is a real blast.

Finding a date
Traditionally, baby showers are hosted about one to two months before the unborn baby is expected to arrive. This is ideal for a few reasons – first of all, it gives expectant moms the opportunity to relish the party without worrying about an impending due date.

Secondly, it provides women with enough time to return duplicate items or, if the presents are gender-specific, exchange them in the event that the baby's sex is discovered. Having a few months to set up a nursery with items picked up at a shower can also be beneficial for moms and dads as they prepare for baby.

Selecting a venue
Are you going for an intimate gathering or something larger to accommodate a number of people? From restaurants to cozy, at-home affairs, baby showers are held in a variety of places. If you haven't set up the guest list, it's important to conceptualize how grand you think the shower will be, which will help you determine what venues are the best fit for your party's need.

Set a theme
Whether your loved one knows the gender of the baby or has an idea in mind for the nursery, one of the most exhilarating aspects of planning a baby shower is picking a theme. If you're having the party at your home or another familiar dwelling, you can likely let your imagination run wild with what theme to set for the mom-to-be. If she's planning the shower alongside you, it can be a great point to collaborate on.

Picking out the guest list
When it comes to planning, one of the biggest challenges that you'll likely face is putting together the guest list, especially if you're throwing a surprise shower. While it can definitely vary based on your loved one's preference, it's a good idea to invite a range of people from the expectant mom's life. From close friends to relatives to co-workers, a baby shower can be an enjoyable event for all. Those with children can even bring their little ones along for the festivities, which are sure to be a real treat.

Sibling showers: Is less more?
Women who are expecting their firstborn have an infectious enthusiasm that can make a baby shower particularly exciting. While later pregnancies can be equally fun, most often sibling showers are smaller and more intimate than one thrown for a couple's first child. This is because most people who are invited will assume that the mom-to-be has all the baby and pregnancy products she'll need due to her previous pregnancies. From a planning perspective, this can give you the opportunity to put together a nice affair with only close friends and immediate family involved.

While there's plenty of work that goes into a shower, with these helpful tips you can get off to a great start and ensure that your loved one has everything she'll need to welcome her baby when the time comes!

As publisher of Pregnancy Magazine, rarely do I get to write anything, because I “really wouldn’t understand.” However, when it comes to what dad might want for this holiday season, I’ve been given free range to list all the stuff I would think would make dad happy this year.

1. Baby Monitor 3G – For the new dad who has everything, this is the perfect $3.99 gift. It’s a simple app that turns his iPad and iPhone into the parent or baby unit of a 2-device monitor system. Or he can use it to keep an eye on the wine cabinet during the Christmas party. The app is pure genius, and yet another example how the iPhone has the power to wipe out entire product categories. All dad has to do is install the app on two devices in the same WIFI network, and then designate the iPhone or iPad as the baby station or the parent station. After that, it as easy as any baby monitor to watch the baby and even talk back. Ingeniously, the app uses the iPhone flash for illumination if you need a peek in the dark.

2. Sodastream – We first got a Sodastream about 6 years ago and it’s one of those products that will change your life if you drink a lot of bottled spring water. Even if dad doesn’t drink it, but is just the big lug forced to carry the boxes of full bottles in and the empties out, he will thank you for this great idea. The Sodastream is simple. It doesn’t even require electricity. It uses CO2 cartridges to pump the bubbles into the bottles and you dial up the amount of “spiciness” by how much you put in each bottle. Cost per bottle of bubbly water goes down to about $.25 per bottle, but the best part is not carrying the bottles. $99.99 on Amazon.

3. Belkin @TV – Here’s another device that I immediately found changed my life. The @TV is Belkin’s competitor to the Slingbox. The @TV, like the Slingbox, sits between your cable (or satellite box) and allows you to watch your home TV remotely exactly the way you would at home, but on your computer, iPhone or iPad. The beauty in this device is that it comes with a free app so you can watch TV immediately on the iPad. This means dad can carry the football game around with him as he takes out the trash, or he can take the news out to the garage the same way we used to do with portable antenna TVs. From the minute I plugged this in (installation is relatively simple), I couldn’t imagine how I had been tethered to that cable for so long. $174 on Amazon

4. Fatcat phone charger – How many times have you, or the dad in your life, complained that the phone doesn’t last half a day, say nothing to the 72 or more hours of battery life we were all promised. Our phones are now loaded with apps running constantly in the background, sucking our devices dry even as they sit quietly on the counter. That’s why everyone needs to pack a device like the Fatcat in their bag or in the car. The Fatcat, which comes pre-charged, is a compact battery that comes in a little bag ready to charge any device whenever you need. It comes with modular plugs for most devices including Android devices, iPhones, iPad, and readers; basically anything that uses USB as a charger. I carry this with me religiously when I travel. There’s nothing worse than touching down after a 3 hour flight to realize you have no battery left to call home. There are other devices like this that only do iPhones, but fewer that have as many options or that look this sexy. $64 on Amazon.

5. Philips Norelco Aquatech razor – I love my earlier version of the Philips razor and can only imagine how great it would be bring it right in the shower with me for a closer shave, or use it with a face covered in shaving lotion, especially as I shave off this year’s Movember ‘stach. Philips has really improved the whole notion of electric shaving with these new cleanable, and replaceable heads. Yes, that does mean an annuity for Philips as daily users do need to replace them every year, but you can feel the difference with clean blades, just the way you do with new razor blades on a regular razor. If the dad in your life does not have an electric razor, this is the one to get this holiday. $69 on Amazon.

Those are just a few on my wish list (or those I loved over last year).

Have a great holiday season!