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Should celebrity Kelly Rutherford lose custody?
Ok - generally, I am not a celebrity news stalker (although I'll admit some of the blogs here have been fun to follow!) This morning, however, I found myself outraged over a news report of celebrity mom, Kelly Rutherford (of "Gossip Girl" fame), losing custody of her two children ages 3 and 5 to her ex-husband -- who lives in MONACO! (That's SIX THOUSAND MILES away from mom!) The two have been battling over custody following their divorce in 2009. The judge awarded joint custody but stated that the kids must remain in Monaco.
I kept waiting to hear how she abused... neglected (maybe due to her career?) the kids. From all accounts, however, she has been as actively involved as possible.
These two kids... both born IN the United States and American citizens, have now been exiled to be raised in a foreign country. Nothing against Monaco. I'm sure that it is a lovely place.
The judge's reasoning appears to be centered on his belief that it is "easier" for Kelly to travel to Monaco to visit the kids whenever she'd like. Her ex cannot reenter the U.S. as his Visa was revoked.
I could get on board with the judge maybe ordering Kelly to insure that the kids are able to travel (with an escort -- her or a nanny) to visit their dad at whatever schedule is considered "reasonable" or the "norm" for other, non-celeb parents in similar international custody arrangements. My feelings (strong that they are!) are not based upon the fact that Kelly is a mom vs. a dad either. If she was the one banished from the country, and the father was the U.S. citizen, I'd be arguing just as passionately.
My feelings are for the KIDS... Hermes and Helena... both U.S. citizens that now are unable to be raised in the country of their birthright.
What are your thoughts? Should Kelly lose physical custody of her kids or continue to appeal?
From me to Kelly -- don't give up!
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Maternity Clothes?
I was laughing earlier tonight about some of the comments within a debate on a new maternity line being touted by celebs. (The consensus appeared to be rather unanimous at last check -- against!) The comments, however, got me to thinking of my own maternity clothing choices.
For our formerly pregnant moms, how did you handle your maternity wardrobe choices? Were you one to invest wholeheartedly in specific maternity wear or did you opt solely for a few select pieces? Did you instead opt for larger (normal clothing) sizes -- or rob your partners closet for loose fitting shirts? Were your choices shaped from outside sources (such as demands for a work environment or for "appearance" sake? Curious minds want to know!! Share your experience within the comments. (Also, don't forget to friend the page by clicking on the blue star while you're here!) Drop me a note if you need assistance at missyj@pregnancy.org!
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Toddler tragically dies after falling from home balcony
Last week, two-year-old Rihana Bralic Leonard of Surrey, managed to get onto the balcony of her family's ninth floor apartment, climbed out onto the ledge and tragically fell to her death. This is a parent's worst nightmare!
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Pregnant Mom Delivers Her Own Baby After Hospital Sends Couple Home
When Josh and Stephanie Ihnen went to the hospital Tuesday, they didn't think they'd be holding their baby in their arms anytime soon. They were told that their baby's birth wasn't imminent. Surprise!
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Celebrity Round-Up: Births, Divorces and Unwelcome Outings!
This week's round-up includes "Housewives," births, divorce and unwelcome outings! Could it get any better? Ready for the buzz? Let's go!
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Bar Owner Installs Pregnancy Test Dispenser for Unique Campaign
Here's a new and interesting idea that might get some traction! A bar owner in Minnesota has installed a pregnancy test dispenser in his women's restroom. Women can purchase the $3 pregnancy tests with signage reading, "Think Before You Drink."
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Wordless Wednesday: Flower Girl Takes a Nap During Wedding Ceremony
This week's Wordless Wednesday's video hits close to home for me. You see, my oldest son is getting married this Saturday and my youngest will be the ring bearer. It also happens to be an evening wedding. See what the video unfolds!
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Math Nerd Figures Out Exact Chances to Conceive a Baby
Richie Cotton is a self-described math nerd. He's also a fan of math and charts. He and his girlfriend are trying to conceive so he compiled a chart to his girlfriend and himself figure out how long it will take them to conceive. Doesn't everyone have a partner like that?
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Children Left Alone in Cars Increases at Alarming Rates
It's not hard to imagine this as a common scenario. The baby finally fell asleep in her car seat. Mom or dad just needs to run into the store for "a minute." A minute turns into 20. That’s all it took for their baby to die of heat stroke. Hard to believe this can happen? Believe it! Three children died last week in this same scenario.
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Celebrity Round-Up: Sir Elton John, Suri, Toddlers and Tiaras
This week's celebrity round-up brings you updates on the adventures of Suri Cruise, Toddlers and Tiaras fiascos and Katherine Jackson given full custody of Michael Jackson's children.
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Google Chrome Extension Allowed to Block Facebook Baby Pictures
Google Chrome has extensions for pretty much anything. Their latest allows Facebook to block your baby pictures. I find it hard to believe that every single one of my 700+ Facebook friends doesn't want to enjoy every picture I've ever posted of my babies. Even if they love you, they may not love all your pictures.
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A Mother's Love Spans Species: Mama Bear Helps Another Mama Bear
You've heard the phrase, "It takes a village" to raise our children. In our pick for this week's Wordless Wednesday, here is proof that the power of a mother's love spans species and that when danger arises, even in nature, mothers are there for each other.
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J.K. Rowling's Kids Get Two Hundred Thousand Dollar Tree Houses
You'd think it would be treat enough to have bedtime stories told to you by J.K. Rowling, better known as "Mum" or "Mummy" to her 7 and 9-year-olds. Her kids get another huge bonus -- tree houses that cost as much as real ones.
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