Although October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month we thought we'd shed light on this very sensitive matter, and highlight some celebrity moms who've survived domestic violence from a partner. 1. Halle Berry - At the Mayors Fund Benefit In New York City, the Academy Award-winning actress said she witnessed her father being violent toward her mother when she was young. Berry went … [Read more...]
8 Celebrity Moms with Lyme Disease
In fact, experts suggest that approximately 476,000 people may get Lyme disease each year in the United States. 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, … [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. Brooke Shields - When Brooke Shields' mother Teri announced that she was pregnant, her boyfriend’s father offered her money to end the … [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...]
14 Celebrity Couples Who Ended Relationships While Pregnant
Pregnancy is a time in a mother’s life when she should be delighting in her upcoming birth; living in the clouds; eating to her heart’s content, and preparing for her baby’s delivery. But, for some, it's not just a time for celebrating a new arrival, but going through a significant breakup. Sadly, these 14 celebrities experienced this heartache first-hand because not even pregnancy could save … [Read more...]
7 Famous Mothers Who Discovered Their Mom or Dad Wasn’t Their Biological Parent
Whether you're a celebrity or not finding out that the parent you believed to have given birth to you was not actually your biological mother or father can lead to hurtful truths, and life-changing moments. These famous mothers discovered later in life that the person they called mom or dad did not birth them. Related: Famous Fathers Who Discovered Their Mom or Dad Wasn’t Their Biological … [Read more...]
5 Celebrity Dads Who Discovered A Parent Wasn’t Biological
There's probably a secret in every family structure. And, some classified information is so sensitive that when revealed can lead to uncomfortable truths, like finding out the parent you believed to have given birth to you was actually a step-parent or adoptive mother or father, or even a grandparent. When someone discovers that their mom or dad isn't their biological parent it can have … [Read more...]
8 Celebrity Moms Who Have a Master’s or PhD
Celebrities are often in the spotlight, whether attention is drawn to a performer’s striking looks, or recognition given to a thespian’s acting ability, or perhaps a celeb has fallen victim to the latest salacious scandal; whatever fame brings it’s safe to assume that most want to hear about the positive achievements like these celebrity moms who pursued higher education and obtained a Master's or … [Read more...]
7 Celebrity Moms Get Vocal About Religion: See Who Shares Your Faith
Unless you're around the company of like-minded individuals, popular viewpoints have advised against talking about such topics as politics or religion in social settings, however, when it comes to spirituality, the following famous moms have a steadfast strength within their faith that they openly share with others, regardless of public opinion. 1. Mayim Bialik (Orthodox Jew) - In 2015, Mayim … [Read more...]
17 Atheist Celebrity Moms
According to atheists.org atheism is a rejection of the assertion that there are gods. According to the group, it is not a disbelief in gods or a denial of gods; it is a lack of belief in gods. These celebrity moms have gone on record to discuss their atheistic views. 1. Keira Knightly – When talking about hypocrisy and right-wing Christianity with David Cronenberg for Interview … [Read more...]
14 Celebrity Moms Who’ve Waited to Have Sex Until Marriage
With so many beautiful celebrities making headlines for salacious sex scandals and hot Hollywood hookups many assume that all the rich and famous give in to their sexual urges but, believe it or not, these superstar moms abstained from sex until after that walk down the marriage aisle. 1. Sherri Shepherd – TV host and actress, Sherri Shepherd, was clear on her position of “no sex” before … [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...]
12 Celebrity Moms Who Have Twin Siblings
It's always fun to find out new information about our most beloved celebrity moms, like these famous stars with twin siblings you may not know about. 1. Nikki and Brie Bella - Nikki and Brie Bella formed the duo The Bella Twins from 2008-2018, a professional wrestling tag team who performed on World Wrestling Entertainment. The twins, who are now both moms, retired from wrestling but currently … [Read more...]