The American singing competition American Idol, first aired in 2002, is a television series that has produced a host of celebrities. The five famous moms below are among the most successful to date. Check out their American Idol auditions, before they were stars. Kelly Clarkson - In 2002, Kelly Clarkson won the first season of American Idol. Fantasia Barrino - In 2004, Fantasia Barrino won the … [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...]
5 Celebrity Moms Who’ve Appeared on Star Search (Watch the Videos!)
Before these famous moms became megastars they were performers hustling for their big break and if any show could successfully provide a platform for big breaks, it was Star Search. Star Search was an American talent show where contestants competed in various genres of entertainment including singing, dancing, acting and comedy. The program ran from 1983-1995, then relaunched from … [Read more...]
7 Celebrities Who’ve Breastfed Their Child to Age Two and Beyond
Most can probably agree that breast milk provides a baby with many nutritional benefits, plus it gives mother and child great nurturing and bonding time. According to statistics, most American moms stop nursing long before their baby reaches their first birthday, but not these celebrity moms, who practiced extended breastfeeding and nursed past the age of two. 1. Mayim Bialik - Big Bang … [Read more...]
5 Health Conscious Celebrity Moms Who Were Once Fitness Instructors
As a mom it's always challenging to find time to fit in exercise. And when we do get a moment to ourselves oftentimes we're "too busy" or tired to make fitness a priority. It goes without saying that physical exercise enhances and helps maintain our overall health, so we're hoping these former aerobic instructors - turned celebrity moms - will motivate you to make, or keep, exercise an important … [Read more...]
30 Celebrities Who’ve Had Non-Traditional & Unmedicated Childbirths
Laboring and delivering a baby without the intervention of pain medication can be a beautiful, natural, occurrence for mothers, but it also comes with its share of challenges. The joys and pains that come with the toil of labor, and the triumph of a medication-free delivery is rewarding. 1. Jessica Alba – Jessica Alba said the process of natural childbirth was very intense, and even more … [Read more...]
11 Celebrity Moms Who Were Teen Brides
Can you imagine your teenage daughter marrying right after high school? How about your baby walking down the aisle before graduating 12th grade? These celebrity moms married while still in their teens and some even before getting their high school diploma. 1. Drew Barrymore - In 1991, at sweet 16, Drew Barrymore became engaged to Leland Hayward, grandson and namesake of Hollywood producer … [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...]
10 Celebrity Moms Who’ve Shared Struggles with Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
According to the Mayo Clinic, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is characterized by unreasonable thoughts and fears (obsessions), whether fear of messiness, germs or something else, that leads to doing repetitive behaviors (compulsions). An obsessive-compulsive might feel compelled to behave in a certain way, such as cleaning out their cabinets before going to sleep, or checking and rechecking … [Read more...]
10 Celebrity Parents Who’ve Discussed Spanking Their Kids
Whether you're a celebrity or not, when it comes to discipline every parent has their own method of what works best for their household. When spanking is involved, many choose to stay mum on the controversial subject. While feelings or positions change over time, these famous faces have taken a pro-spanking approach at some point in their parenting journey. *This post contains affiliate … [Read more...]
8 Oldest First-Time Celebrity Dads
While most people plan for their retirement when entering into their golden years, some prepare for parenthood, and no matter when a new bundle of joy enters this world it is a blessing at any age. These Hollywood dads became dads much later in life. 1. Simon Cowell - Simon Cowell became a first-time dad at the age of 53, and revealed he was reduced to tears when he laid eyes on his baby … [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 … [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. Carrie Underwood … [Read more...]
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