Imagine the heartache a parent may feel getting a doctor's report that their child is autistic. Autism or autism spectrum disorder (ASD) are general terms for a group of complex disorders of brain development, characterized in varying degrees by social interaction difficulties, verbal and nonverbal communication and repetitive behaviors. Although unproven, some believe there is a link between … [Read more...]
9 Celebrity Moms with Multiple Sclerosis, And Other Rare Illnesses
Having a rare or serious illness can be a painful, sometimes lonely, journey. Anyone can be affected, young, old, rich or famous. These celebrity moms are living with a serious or rare disease and, hopefully, their stories will help others going through similar struggles. 1. Selma Blair (Multiple Sclerosis) - Selma Blair was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis in 2018 after seeing a doctor for … [Read more...]
18 Celebrities Who’ve Suffered From Postpartum Depression
Celebrity mothers are no different than any other mom when it comes to the emotional roller coaster that accompanies parenthood. And, when you're a mom who happens to suffer from postpartum depression it's a wild ride most would rather avoid. Unfortunately, it's a sad reality that affects approximately 5-15% of women after childbirth. Below, are 18 celebrity mothers who've experienced … [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...]
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...]
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...]
33 Celebrity Moms Who’ve Had Miscarriages
Miscarriage is the term used for a pregnancy that ends on its own, within the first 20 weeks of gestation, and, according to American Pregnancy Association, 10-25% of women experience this heartbreak. And although it’s the most common type of pregnancy loss, the impact felt is devastating, nonetheless. Below are 33 celebrity moms who’ve suffered through a miscarriage. 1. Beyonce – In a … [Read more...]
12 Celebrity Moms Who’ve Survived Rape
Rape is a difficult subject to talk about and even more painful for the one who's suffered through such a horrible experience. According to the Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network 68% of sexual assaults are not reported to the police. These famous moms lived through the nightmare of rape; some found justice, most did not, but hopefully their story will in some way bring encouragement to those … [Read more...]
Celebrity Mothers Affected by Migraines
According to the Migraine Research Foundation a migraine is a severe recurring intense throbbing pain on one side of the head, and in about 1/3 of attacks, both sides are affected. Attacks are often accompanied by one or more of the following: visual disturbances, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, extreme sensitivity to sound, light, touch and smell, and tingling or numbness in the extremities or face. … [Read more...]
5 Celebrity Moms Who Were Personally Affected by 9/11
The month of September is a time of year where we honor working people. It's also a period where we pay tribute to those innocent lives lost in one of the most tragic terrorist attacks of our time, a day we'll never forget, September 11th, 2001. The attacks killed 2,996 people and injured over 6,000 others and among the many stories told these five celebrity moms share theirs. 1. Gwyneth … [Read more...]
11 Celebrities Discuss Child Abuse They Suffered from Their Parent
According to Medicinenet.com child abuse is when a caregiver either fails to provide appropriate care (neglect), purposefully inflicts harm, or harms a child while disciplining him or her. Common forms of child abuse include neglect, physical assault, emotional abuse, and sexual assault. Read as these celebrities share their stories of child abuse at the hands of their own parent. 1. Charlize … [Read more...]
8 Celebrity Moms And Their Battle with Lyme Disease
Lyme disease, or borreliosis, is a potentially life-threatening condition that is transmitted to humans by black-legged ticks. According to Medical News Today, at first, a rash may appear then can disappear without treatment, but in time, the person may develop problems with the joints, the heart, and the nervous system. These famous moms have all battled this debilitating disease. 1. … [Read more...]
16 Celebrities Who’ve Had Emergency C-Section Births
As the saying goes, if you fail to plan, you plan to fail. But, when it comes to childbirth we can make all the plans that we want, but in many cases, those plans go amiss, and when a beautiful life is brought into the world, failing is no longer an option. Whether through an elective procedure or an unfortunate emergency, one-third of all births happen by Cesarean section. Below is a list of … [Read more...]
Famous Moms Whose Parents Decided Against Aborting Them
Can you imagine if your favorite celebrity was never born? Well, if the mothers of the five celebrities below went through with an intended abortion, or listened to family members insistence to have one, then these famous moms wouldn't be here today. 1. Cher - Grammy and Academy Award-winning singer and actress, Cher, spoke about her mother's initial decision to abort her in a revealing 2010 … [Read more...]
33 Celebrities Who’ve Had Abortions
Wherever you stand on the issue of abortion there’s no denying that choosing to terminate a pregnancy is a difficult decision most women wish they didn’t have to face. And, although there’s been a steady decline in abortions since 1980, 4 out of 10 unplanned pregnancies are terminated each year. The following celebrities fall somewhere within that statistic and each one share openly their … [Read more...]
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