According to DoSomething.org every year over 1.2 million students drop out of high school in the United States. That’s a student every 26 seconds – or 7,000 a day. Statistically, a high school dropout will earn $200,000 less than a high school graduate over his or her lifetime, and commit about 75% of crimes, however, these Hollywood moms defied the odds and turned their lives into a success … [Read more...]
Celebrity Moms with ADHD
When we think about ADHD, we often associate kids with having an abundance of energy who can't sit still or focus in class, but what happens when those kids become adults? How are adults coping with ADHD? These famous moms share their stories. 1. Lisa Ling - Journalist Lisa Ling spoke about her ADHD struggles with Today's Parent. "In a strange way I do feel like it has helped me. I can … [Read more...]
Laser X Revolution, All-Pro Passer Robotic and Spybots Room Guardian are Activities to Keep Kids Entertained! *Sponsored Post*
Tinseltown Mom was asked to review some kid-friendly activities and my boys had a blast trying out the All Pro Passer, Spybots Room Guardian and the Laser X Long Range Blaster. Check out the highlights below! All Pro Passer This was fun for both of my kids. It launches over 25 yards and you can play one-on-one, three-on-three or with as many people as you want, or one player can … [Read more...]
Ep. 54: How to Keep ADHD Kids Organized in Middle and High School – Dr. D-Nice Explains
On episode #54 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom I speak with someone who's been on before, Dr. Denise Hunter, also known as Dr. D-Nice. Dr. D-Nice has been a medical doctor for over 20 years and is an Adolescent Wellness Specialist. She also has over 30 years of experience as a youth leader and is a trained youth motivational speaker. Today Dr. D-Nice is going to talk about how to keep ADHD kids … [Read more...]
MaryRuth Ghiyam Created a Health-Giving Brand and Didn’t Let Life’s Heartaches Stop Her
Through heartbreak, hard work and a resilient work ethic, MaryRuth Ghiyam was able to pave her way to success with a health-giving business that’s helped millions across the globe. MaryRuth Organics prides itself on clean, vegan and gluten-free supplements and today the company boasts a line of over 130 products, but it wasn’t an easy road to get there. Growing up, Ghiyam admits to having an … [Read more...]
18 Celebrities Who’ve Had Stillbirths
For most women, becoming pregnant is one of the happiest times of their lives. The excitement after feeling a baby’s kick inside a mom’s belly; the emotional thrill of hearing the heartbeat for the first time; trying to pick out that perfect name, all bring joyous thoughts and memorable anticipation to a woman’s ever evolving world. But, sometimes, late in a mother’s pregnancy, that beautiful life … [Read more...]
Ep. 53: Pros and Cons of Homeschooling – Coach Nellie Harden Shares Advice
On episode #53 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I speak with Nellie Harden, a mom of four, plus a life and leadership coach. Nellie homeschools all four of her tween and teen girls, and today, we’re going to talk about the pros and cons of homeschooling. For more on Nellie visit www.nellieharden.com *If you've received value from any of my podcasts I'd love for you to head over to Apple and … [Read more...]
13 Celebrity Moms Who’ve Homeschooled Their Kids
To homeschool or not to homeschool? That is the question some parents, including famous ones, have agonized over. And, according to studies, the top three reasons parents in the United States choose to homeschool include: school environment concerns, the desire to provide religious or moral direction, and dissatisfaction with the academic instruction at public and private schools. Yet, even … [Read more...]
13 Celebrities Whose Children Died by Sudden and Bizarre Accidents
It's a parent's worst fear, the death of a child. It's a tragedy no mother or father wants to endure, and an unimaginable pain no person is immune to. These 13 celebrity parents lost a child due to sudden and tragic events. *This post contains affiliate links; we may net a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking a link, at no cost to you. Read our Disclosure Policy HERE* 1. … [Read more...]
Ep. 52: A Mother In Prison – Michelle Payette Shares Her Inner and Outer Journey to Freedom
On episode #52 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I speak with Michelle Payette, a commissioned minister, educator, public speaker, and church partnership manager for the world's largest prison ministry, Prison Fellowship. She’s also the founder and executive director of Beacon of Light, an organization that educates and reconciles families of the incarcerated. After spending nearly two years … [Read more...]
Behind Bars: 11 Celebrity Moms Who’ve Served Time in Prison
Although there are many more men in prison than women, the rate of growth for female imprisonment has been twice as high as that of men since 1980. Celebrities are not immune to any misfortune, including imprisonment, just ask these celebrity moms. 1. Martha Stewart – In March of 2004, The “Queen of Homemaking” Martha Stewart was found guilty of felony charges of conspiracy, obstruction of an … [Read more...]
5 Inspirational Sports-Themed Family Films that Tackle Black Racial Injustice
It's been said that sports is the universal language that bring people together, and more than ever people need to come together for a common cause. It doesn’t matter where you’re from, your religious beliefs, or economic background, when you’re rooting for the same team you’re on the same team, even if just briefly. Sports promote a sense of belonging and identity by tying people together to a … [Read more...]
Ep. 51: Best Ways Parents Can Advocate for Their Bullied Child – Legal Expert Catherine Michael Offers Solutions
On episode #51 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom, I speak with top legal expert and licensed education attorney, Catherine Michael. Catherine represents students and their families in a variety of education and personal injury matters including Special Education Due Process, disciplinary issues, personal injury of children, sexual abuse, school shooting victims, as well as other civil rights and … [Read more...]
8 Celebrity Children Who Were Bullied as Kids
According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, close to half of all children will experience school bullying at some point while they are at primary or secondary school, and at least 10 percent of those kids are bullied regularly. Child bullying is a serious concern that, unfortunately, many people, including celebrities, have experienced. Stars like Jessica Alba, … [Read more...]
Through the Joys and Pains, Hallmark Star Nikki DeLoach Embraces Life Authentically and Faithfully
From the southern streets of Georgia to the red carpets of Hollywood, Nikki DeLoach’s early pageantry days was the unintended gig that led to her showbiz career. Although beauty pageants were far from her heart’s desire, she found her passion within the talent portion of the competitions, where she could showcase her singing and dancing skills. Eventually, one of those wins led to the break of a … [Read more...]
10 Romantic Movies from the 1930s
Whether you're having a low-key day in, or a fun date night, a romantic film is always a special way to keep entertained. And, for those who love classic movies these 10 films from the Golden Age of cinema will not disappoint. The 1930s was a revolutionary era for sound and color so we’re highlighting this unique decade. 1. City Lights (1931) - Charlie Chaplin directed and starred in this … [Read more...]
10 Romantic Movies with a New Year’s Eve Theme
The holidays are the perfect time to catch up on all of our favorite movies, and the New Year boasts some of the best festive flicks of all time. Below are ten New Year's Eve themed films that will get you in the mood for celebrating. 1. Holiday (1938) - Johnny (Cary Grant) seems the perfect match for Julia (Doris Nolan), the socialite daughter of Edward Seton (Henry Kolker), and even … [Read more...]
Jennifer Garner Makes Ginger Snaps on Her ‘Pretend Cooking Show’
Jennifer Garner has an amazing "Pretend Cooking Show" on her Instagram page, and although she calls it "pretend" many can't help but notice how real her show appears to most of us! In this endearing post, the actress shares a recipe from her childhood neighbor, Marge. "I was raised by all of Rolling Hills neighborhood, but my neighbors Marge and Ed had pole position. Why? 1. They were in charge … [Read more...]
Ep. 50: Top 7 Podcast Segments on Time Out with Tinseltown Mom (Last Episode of 2021!)
On episode #50 of Time Out with Tinseltown Mom I'm sharing 7 clips from my top seven shows. The experts in these segments offer leading parenting advice, so hopefully some or all of these tips will resonate in one way or another. Below is a link to each full episode. This will be the last podcast episode of the year. Happy Holidays! Dr. Bethany Cook Distinguishes Between Authoritarian, … [Read more...]
5 Celebrity Moms Born on Christmas
Christmas is a special holiday celebrated by many for the birth of Jesus, however, every once in a while some get to be born on that special day, like these famous moms. 1. Annie Lennox - Scottish singer-songwriter, political activist, and philanthropist Annie Lennox was born on December 25th, 1954. 2. Helena Christensen - Danish supermodel, photographer, and former Victoria Secret's … [Read more...]
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