Bipolar disorder, also known as bipolar affective disorder and manic-depressive illness, is a mental disorder characterized by periods of elevated mood and periods of depression. Manic episodes typically last a few days with decreased need for sleep, increased self-esteem, energy, and activity. During periods of depression there may be crying, poor eye contact with others, and a negative outlook … [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 … [Read more...]
5 Celebrity Moms Talk Medication Relief for Anxiety
Anxiety is a normal and often healthy emotion, however, when a person regularly feels disproportionate levels of anxiety, it could become a medical disorder. Anxiety disorders lead to excessive nervousness, fear, apprehension, and worry. These famous moms are sharing their stories. 1. Kristen Bell - In a 2019 Today interview, Kristen Bell spoke openly about her mental health battles. She said … [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...]
Celebrities of Autistic Children Who Suspect Vaccines May Have Caused the Illness
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...]
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...]
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...]
12 Celebrity Moms Who’ve Struggled with Alcohol Abuse
According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, more than 5.3 million women ages 18 and older have an alcohol use disorder. Approximately one in two women of child-bearing age drink, and 18 percent of women in this group binge drink (five drinks per binge, on average). It goes without saying that excessive drinking can have devasting effects. High-risk drinking, defined as … [Read more...]
34 Celebrity Moms Who’ve Battled Cancer
To many, cancer is a very scary word, and it can turn to terror when a person gets news from the doctor that they have the dreaded disease. These brave women, all moms, have had to face the harsh reality with themselves, and their families, that cancer is now a reality in their lives. 1. Bethenny Frankel – Bethenny Frankel was diagnosed with skin cancer and shared her experience with PEOPLE … [Read more...]
6 Celebrity Moms Who Started a Drug Addiction As a Teen
When you watch your favorite celebrity on the big or small screen you probably don't think about their past or problems they've had to overcome. These famous moms picked up a drug habit in their teens, but they were able to come clean in later years. Hopefully, their stories have helped or will help others in the process. Related: 10 Celebrity Moms Who Died From A Drug Overdose 1. Drew … [Read more...]
Cobie Smulders Reveals Cancer Diagnosis at Age 25; Defies Doctor’s Report and Conceives Naturally
Best known for her role on the popular TV series How I Met Your Mother, actress Cobie Smulders revealed publicly for the first time that she was diagnosed with ovarian cancer at age 25. “I had tumors on both ovaries and the cancer had spread into my lymph nodes and surrounding tissues,” the actress revealed to Women's Health Magazine. The now 33-year-old was diagnosed during the third … [Read more...]
TV Personality Samantha Harris is Inspiring Positivity in the Face of Adversity with Website ‘Gotta Make Lemonade’ (Interview)
Seasoned entertainment news journalist, Samantha Harris is widely recognized for her hosting and correspondence work on television’s most popular shows: Extra, E! News, The Insider and Entertainment Tonight; she’s also been celebrated for her acting ability and made her Broadway debut in 2009, playing the iconic role of Roxie Hart in the long-running musical Chicago; additionally, Harris has … [Read more...]
Angelina Jolie Reveals She Had Surgery to Remove Ovaries
Angelina Jolie-Pitt has been very vocal about her health and in 2013 revealed that she underwent a preventive double mastectomy because she carried a gene that greatly increased her chances of getting breast and ovarian cancer. Sadly, Jolie-Pitt's mother, grandmother and aunt all died from this disease, but the star is taking measures to ensure she'll be around to see her children grow up. Last … [Read more...]
TLC’s Dr. Jen Arnold on Talking to Your Kids About Cancer
If you've been keeping up with The Little Couple's journey on TLC then you'll know that in December of 2013 Dr. Jen Arnold was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, stage 4 choriocarcinoma, due to a non-viable pregnancy she had two months prior. She bravely allowed the cameras to document her struggle and also shared her sickness with her two children, Zoey, 3 and Will, 4 1/2. "I wanted to be … [Read more...]