With the upcoming Labor Day holiday weekend just around the corner, we know you’re probably busy planning your last summer escape, prepping for back-to-school and braving the triple digit heat. So this week, in the spirit of the holiday, we’ve decided to digress from our usual parenting news, studies and findings and instead present a more lighthearted round-up of news, blogs and musings that have caught our attention this week. Happy reading! —
Amy Poehler hits the Emmy red carpet only three weeks after giving birth to her second son, Abel! Check out her simple yet glam style. (People.com)
Feeling restless during your baby’s nap? Check out how Finnish mom Adele Emersen (and one of our favorite bloggers) taps into her creative side while her daughter, Mila, naps. (Mila’s Daydreams)
Looking for some parenting advice? The editors at Babble.com count down the 50 best (and worst) celebrity parents. Sneak peak– Michelle Obama gets high marks for style, busy schedule and overall good parenting. (Babble.com)
Sandra Bullock chats with Matt Lauer about her philanthropic efforts in New Orleans, her admiration of the adoption process, and her "little Cajun cookie," her eight-month-old son, Louis! (MSNBC)
Full House, Indeed! Former star of the beloved show "Full House," Jodie Sweeten gives birth to a baby girl, Beatrix. (People)
Baby name blogs are a dime a dozen, but we can’t help but get caught up in this British import, Nameberry.com. With a name-of-the-day, trends in baby names and active forums, it’s an addictive site, if you’re expectant or just love names. Check out a recent blog post about "opposites attract" names for twins. (Nameberry.com)
