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When a new bundle of joy makes his or her way into the world and mama and papa's life, it can be overwhelming. While the parents might want to shout the exciting news from the mountain tops, they may be too exhausted. Thanks to modern technology, there are more options than just the old fashioned face-to-face and phone call announcements. Check out this slideshow for all the ways to introduce babe!

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You know those "mom" moments when you step back from your own life and see your spouse, your children, and all the chaos unfold as if you're watching a movie? Well, The Kids Are All Right is exactly that . . . only the parents are lesbian couple, Nic (Annette Benning) and Jules (Julianne Moore), and their kids Joni and Laser (Mia Wasikowska and Josh Hutcherson) are coming of age and want to meet their biological father, sperm donor Paul (Mark Ruffalo). Without giving too much away, here are five situations that all moms can relate to in the movie. Hire a babysitter and go see this brilliant film before it's nominated for Oscars.

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Friends and relatives wait and wait for the phone call, email, or text that announces a newborn's birth. And, despite lots of parents knowing the baby's sex in advance and some even choosing their infant's name before the debut, there are plenty of facts that inquiring minds want to know when it's time for the official announcement!

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Salted avocado topped with cottage cheese and raw pie dough, please! When an expectant mama's stomach is dictating her food intake, anything goes. We asked our readers to share their craziest pregnancy cravings and weren't surprised when some of the responses were unlikely pairings. See if yours made the list!

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Bridgit Mendler is rumored to be Disney's next "it" girl, but in her role as Teddy on Good Luck Charlie, she helps care for her baby sister. We asked the star for her list of babysitting must haves.
Here are the items she suggested teens and parents stock up on:

1. Board games: Bringing over a couple good games for while you babysit. (They) can be the perfect cure for something to do. You'll have the kids' attention and keep them entertained as a group!
2. Deck of cards: There are so many games to play with a deck of cards. Plus, maybe you can teach them a magic trick or they can show you one of their own!
3. Markers: Kids love to color with markers! Drawing is a great way to let kids use their imagination.
4. Books to read: Picture books are good for reading with a younger kid. Older kids might like it if you bring a book they can read on their own.
5. Ball: A bouncy ball is a good toy for outdoor games. If the weather is nice, there are all sorts of games to play!

Nobody puts baby in a corner! In fact, Pampers by Cynthia Rowley will have tots wobbling down the catwalk! The diaper giant and famed fashion designer, who has dabbled in children's clothing with her Hooray by Cynthia Rowley line, is now taking nappies up a notch. The duo announced a partnership to take diapers beyond form and function and make them (dare we say) fashionable. In the press release, Rowley, a mother of two, said: As a mom, I wanted other moms and dads to have more options in every part of their lives - even diapers. It's the first piece of clothing your baby will ever wear, and it should be special. The collection will include 11 designs for boys and girls including pastel madras, stripes, and printed ruffles. Moms who can't wait to get their hands on (and their kiddos' heinies in) the diapers can buy them in mid-July at Target. To see the rest of the adorable diaper collection, click here.

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Angelina Jolie has a lifelong commitment to Brad Pitt even if they never walk down the aisle. In a recent interview with Vanity Fair, the actress and mother of six - Maddox, 8, Pax, 6, Zahara, 4, Shiloh, 4, and Vivienne, and Knox, nearly 2 - made it clear that the big brood bonds the couple more than any marriage certificate ever could. She said: "It's just like we already are. Children are clearly a commitment, a bigger commitment [than marriage]. It's for life." Her proof may be in the divorce papers. The actress's relationship with Pitt has outlasted her previous (three-year) marriages to Jonny Lee Miller and Billy Bob Thornton. After five years together, Hollywood's hottest couple also surpasses the length of Pitt's marriage to Jennifer Aniston. None of the couple's previous relationships produced children, but their union has made for one big happy, chaotic family. Do you agree with Jolie's sentiments?

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Childcare is costly, but in some cases so is being a nanny! We asked LilSugar readers to chime in on who should pay for everything from food to movie tickets, and a number of moms had their nannies picking up the tab. Here's what they said:

• Even if the nanny cooks meals for the family, six percent of LilSugar readers said she should pay for her own food.
• The nanny may shuttle the kids in her own car, but 26 percent of LilSugar readers said she should also pick up the tab for wear and tear, maintenance, and gas.
• Nanny wants a diaper bag? Then six percent of LilSugar readers believe that she should buy one.
• Kids love to go out and about to movies, museums, and events, but 14 percent of LilSugar readers said that the nanny should pay her own admission.
• When a nanny buys her charges a small trinket or treat, 65 percent of LilSugar readers believe the cost should come out of her own pocket.
• There are daily expenses that come with having kids and 24 percent of