The Naked Truth
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The Naked Truth

Maybe it was my experience on a clothes-free Italian beach, where a mahogany-tanned man shook his chamois leather at me – but I’ve never been a fan of public nudism. Until now. I’ve not recently uncovered the secret exhibitionist in me (a night at the student union did that long ago). But were I to pay and display at Le Camping au Naturel...
Hilary Swank Goes Nude In Front Of Boyfriend’s Six-Year Old
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Hilary Swank Goes Nude In Front Of Boyfriend’s Six-Year Old

Would you walk around naked in front of your boyfriend or girlfriend’s six-year-old child? Yeah, I wouldn’t either. But you know who does? Hilary Swank. The Oscar winning actress sat down for an interview with Marie Claire magazine and discussed her new film Amelia, family and her sleeping habits. JC: What do you sleep in? HS: I don’...
Gwyneth Paltrow Not Making Movies For The Kids
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Gwyneth Paltrow Not Making Movies For The Kids

Many actors and actresses, after they procreate, opt to invest their time in roles that are suitable for the whole family. When once they would have rolled their eyes at lending their voice to an animated ant, playing the ‘wacky uncle’ or to starring in a film based on a ride at Disneyland, they embrace these projects ‘for the kids’. These...
Nude Awakening
Bad Parent

Nude Awakening

My ten-year-old son storms into my bedroom, plants his feet, fixes his eyes on me and bellows, "I can't take it anymore. He won't stop banging his drums when I'm trying to play Guitar Hero! Can you pleeeeeeeease help me? Now?" "Sure — just give me two secs." He huffs back towards the playroom, glancing over his shoulder...
Naked Children… At School?
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Naked Children… At School?

A New York Times piece on kids running around naked provoked discussion this week about whether and when it’s appropriate. The consensus seemed to be that anything goes in the privacy of the child’s home. Many said hosts should defer to guests’ comfort (if Grandma’s uncomfortable, then cover up those toddlers!) Some mourned the loss of the...
Clothing Optional
Bad Parent

Clothing Optional

Aside from streaking on a dare at sixteen, and attending an "underwear" party a number of years back, I can't claim to have had a lot of experience with public nudity. My two-year-old daughter, Clementine, on the other hand, is already making quite an impression in the parks we frequent by doffing her clothes at every opportunity. The first time...
The Toddler Has No Clothes
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The Toddler Has No Clothes

"Your friend Emma is on the radio," my husband informed me not long ago. He turned up the volume. "She called in." Emma's voice, as sweet and familiar to me as a sister's, filled my living room. "He's much happier not wearing a nappy," her voice was saying. "I mean, how would you like to sit in your own poo and not be able to get away from it? It...

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Did You Really Call That Kid A D-Bag?

1:30 PM While the mean girls are ruling the playground, some of their mamas seem to have a potty-mouth problem. Browsing through MomLogic the other day, my eye caught this gem of a head... read more

Parenting Teens: A Whole New Set Of Fears

12:30 PM SIDS. Autism. Learning disabilities. Anxiety is a constant throughout every phase of parenting. Worries about sickness and freak accidents dominate parents’ lives when their ki... read more

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Celebrity Sighting: Hugh Jackman Takes Ava Out For Ice Cream

3:15 PM Yeah, no wonder Hugh Jackman’s kids seem to adore him. Not only is he a hands-on dad and always playing with them, he also treats them to ice cream! Hugh was spotted in New York... read more

Rebecca Gayheart Takes Billie For A Checkup

2:15 PM Rebecca and hubby Eric Dane were spotted in Los Angeles yesterday, leaving the paediatrician's office with two-week-old Billie Beatrice in tow. Only two weeks after giving birth... read more

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Little New Yorker Onesie

10:45 AM Even if you don't live in New York City, this outfit is sure to create a smile, particularly among mums who love shopping. Perhaps your kid can hail a taxi wearing it? It’... read more

Big Deal: All Kids T-Shirts Are $US12 At Busted Tees

4:30 PM A good way to start thinking positively about a change of season is to start figuring out what kind of awesome t-shirts you’re going to make your kids wear. Today over at Busted... read more
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