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While the number of men and women has been almost the same, families who have kids of only one gender always leave people wondering why this happens. 60% of parents in the US have more than one child, and many people are scratching their heads about why they have multiple children of the same gender and how they can possibly have a boy or a girl.

If you were to catalog the traits that you might seek in a potential romantic partner, a “good sense of humor” would probably end up high on your list. Evolution made sure that the ability to engage in amusing banter is one of the most attractive qualities in people. For all our history, men have been trying to charm ladies with their humor, and the funny ones always succeeded.

According to Jeff Goldblum in Jurassic Park, “Life, eh, always finds a way.” And this is true, as many people have experienced it firsthand. Be it a rogue peacock sneaking into your bathroom, a slug in a sink, or a bird nesting in instant noodles — nature will find a way to interject itself into your life one way or another, and we hope that’s all right with you.

As moms, we use all of our strength to raise our children to be their best selves. However, according to a survey, kids actually have noticed key elements that make a mother a “cool one.” You might even be surprised to learn that sometimes spoiling yourself along with your kids isn’t such a bad idea.

Children have an inner spark that spreads kindness. Although they may not be aware, they do things or make faces that often surprise us. Their innocence makes our hearts melt because we know that all of their acts come from the heart and that there’s no ill will inside them.

Back pain is one of the most common reasons people go to the doctor and, fortunately, it can be prevented. For example, if you’re a parent, there are many specific situations that can cause your back pain. And if you know what they are, you can try to avoid them, or change the way you do something, like the way you carry your baby.

Not all actors are willing to make dramatic changes in their appearance. However, actors that fall in love with their characters are willing to do anything to present viewers with a person they can easily believe in. And sometimes the transformations are so big, it’s almost impossible to recognize the actors.

Blush, cotton candy, rose, cerise, crimson — there are so many hues of pink in the color palette. And almost all of them were present in Princess Diana’s wardrobe. Pink was definitely one of her favorite colors, and she wore it both at home and in public in a very skillful and mighty way.

Finding eligible people to work as staff at Buckingham Palace is like “finding a needle in a haystack,” according to royal recruitment. Attention to detail and politeness are a must, but there are other rules that some may find oddly specific.

Some people think that in order to remove plaque from their teeth, they need to brush really hard. However, this is far from the truth since plaque is so soft, you could remove it with a piece of cloth. The reason you need a toothbrush is simply because a cloth can’t reach all the corners of your mouth. So it’s not tons of pressure you need, but rather, a thorough brushing everywhere around your mouth.

That moment when we finally get to solve a riddle is truly satisfying. Plus we know that teasing our brain for a bit can only be beneficial for us and riddles are an amazing way to do this. Besides enhancing our critical thinking and improving our memory, they are also super fun to do, which makes us love them all the more.

All of us like to open photo albums from time to time and immerse ourselves in the world of old memories. We even bet photos on your phone don’t evoke the same feelings as the ones from school albums or childhood.

People say that age is just a number. And that it doesn’t matter how old you are, it only matters how old you feel. That’s great and all, but how are you supposed to feel when you look 40 years old when you are only 12, or vice versa? It seems that there’s only one solution: post your photos online and ask what other people think.

Children often end up saying or doing things that we fail to understand as adults, but at times, you gotta give them an A+ for their sense of humor. From pulling pranks on their parents to outsmarting them when they least expect it, kids are free entertainment.

Many people believe that it fully depends on parents whether their child grows up a well-mannered, good, and successful person. This imposes a huge responsibility on moms and dads and their behavior is often criticized.

Beauty standards change as quickly as fashion trends. Not that long ago, thin eyebrows were super trendy, while today, we have totally different ideas of what’s pretty. These trends can be easily found in everyday celebrities who demonstrate perfect faces and smiles. However, there are some famous people who don’t care much about fashion trends and have opted for natural beauty and charisma. And their unusual appearance has helped them earn the love of viewers from all over the world.

The country that the Marvel hero Thor chose to live in is absolutely unique. It’s a place where you might find yourself in the middle of a snowstorm in April or find a giant whale skeleton while swimming in the sea, and it deserves your attention. Norway is famous for its big taxes, its high prices, and its beautiful nature, and you should definitely consider going on vacation there.

To most of us, these celebrities are known for their roles in award-winning movies, or their accomplishments in sports. But when it comes to the highs and lows of parenting, they have to deal with changing diapers and toddler tantrums just like the rest of us.

Rescuing an animal and bringing it to the vet, cleaning the trash in your neighborhood on your day off, and making people laugh are just a few ways we can make the world a better place. No matter how small an act of kindness may be, it has the power to bring a big smile to all our faces and probably make someone’s day.

Matching family outfits have become quite popular in recent years. Opting for matching colors and twinning garments with the kids is something many mothers strive to do. And Kate Middleton is no exception! From casual events to special occasions, take a look at some of the twinning moments between the Duchess of Cambridge and her kids (and even her husband).

Social media has changed many aspects of our lives, and parenting is one of them. When we scroll our news feed and see gorgeous supermoms capable of doing a million things at once with smiling, well-behaved children around them, we may be trying to compare ourselves with those “perfect” moms, whether we realize it or not. We may respond with likes, but when we look at their ideal parenting timeline, deep inside us a feeling of failure may arise, bringing up the frustrating question, “Am I even a good mom?”

Educating children is not always an easy task. It is necessary to understand how motivation works and use this knowledge as a tool — to know when learning arises after doing something for fun or pleasure and to know when it is convenient to reinforce certain attitudes with rewards that will be useful in personal development of little ones.

Grounding, earthing, or simply barefooting. Whatever you want to call it, it’s getting more and more popular among people who live in cities. It comes as no surprise because it’s healthy, unusual, and absolutely free. So this time there are no more excuses to not go out for a walk or a run, just go barefoot — it’s as simple as that!

People have always cooked food and it seems impossible to invent anything new. However, there are still some amazing people that manage to look at the most ordinary things from a totally new angle.

Meet Marina Badianova, a 58-year-old from St. Petersburg, Russia, who’s turned her life into a fantasy in the most literal sense. She sews life into numerous characters, both from existing works of fiction and from creations of her own imagination. So if you’re looking for a role model who refuses to let her own senior years be boring, she’s your lady for sure.

Flight attendants appeared on airline flights at the beginning of the 20th century and back then it was only men who could serve in this position. The first female flight attendant was a 25-year-old nurse in 1930 and by 1936 women had almost completely ousted men in this area. The requirements and regulations for girls got stricter year by year and they related not only to their physical condition and competence, but to their appearance as well.

Catherine Zeta-Jones and Michael Douglas, Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick, and Deborra-Lee Furness and Hugh Jackman are just a few celebrity couples we enjoy seeing together. Time has passed since the moment we first saw them on the red carpet, and these famous men and women have changed over the years, just like all of us. But what remains unchanged is their boundless love and affection that we feel through the screen.

We get used to the image of our favorite celebrities, and whenever they take the risk and drastically change their look, it makes us go “Wow!” Charlize Theron, Kristen Stewart, Kate Hudson, and Demi Lovato are just a few celebrity women who were brave enough to cut their hair extremely short. Some of these gorgeous women went even further and changed their hair color too, which made their experiments even more dramatic.

New moms often have to face the challenge of breastfeeding their kid in public while hoping no one will make any comments about it. Unfortunately, many people find it outrageous, and as a mom, you might feel the need to apologize for it. But this isn’t something you should apologize for, because it’s something natural and harmless, and it’s only done for the good of your baby.

Scientists claim that a diet based on whole, nutritious food helps make your baby get the most from their genes and grow taller. On the contrary, a poor diet may lead to a shorter stature of a child as compared to their parents. A study suggests that height is the “heritage” taken from the father.

Having a pet is not an easy job. At first, many people refuse to open the door of their home to animals because they imply many responsibilities, attention, and expenses. However, we know that resisting the tender look and love that an animal can offer is practically impossible to refuse, even for the toughest hombres in town.

People often have hidden talents. We all know how to do something particularly well and many times those skills are outstanding. There are people who really make use of those gifts that nature gave them and decide to make things with their own hands that are of such high quality that you would think they were made by a professional.

There are times when you spend several hours a day cleaning, but the place still doesn’t look good in the end. Just like many other things in our lives, it’s all about the details. One little thing can simply ruin the impression of your home.

Some jobs related to construction or repair seem like the easiest things to do. However, the final result doesn’t always seem to live up to what was expected as a result. The most surprising thing is that there are people who only had to do one very simple task, which they were given clear instructions on how to fulfill, and they still decided to finish it without testing or measuring properly. Clearly, they managed to create complete chaos wherever they went...

Human beings naturally tend to size each other up. And we do it pretty quickly too — in just 7 seconds a person can piece together their first impression of a complete stranger. Our brain takes account of everything: their posture, the timbre of their voice, their clothes. And, of course, we involuntarily pay attention to all sorts of tiny details, like chipped nail paint or a missing button.

When breaking into a home, burglars look to get as many valuables as possible in the least amount of time. Because of this, they look for cash, jewelry, or anything inside familiar places, like in sock drawers or vases, and these things need to be kept safe, according to security experts.

There’s nothing better than intelligence challenges to keep our brains agile. And solving a crossword puzzle is a great way to do it. That’s because trying to find the right letters to complete a word can actually be quite an uphill task. Don’t believe us? Try it for yourself.

Every job has its peculiarities. A garbage collector may come across treasures dumped by distracted or uninterested people, a tattoo artist may have to draw super-weird drawings on awkward places of the body, someone working in the kitchen may.... well, there are a lot of things that can happen, and since they are usually hidden places, we never really get the chance to find out what happens in there. That’s until today. Many kitchen employees took the time to share their anecdotes and capture them with memorable pics.

More often than not, ignoring things isn’t the best policy. Giving silent treatment, for example, can be considered a type of emotional abuse. After all, as it was pointed out by Elie Wiesel, “The opposite of love is not hate, it’s indifference.” However, there are a handful of things in life we’d be much better off ignoring completely.

Not everyone likes to use vintage items in their home décor because modern design seems more appropriate to them. However, even old, second-hand items can make your house look stylish with a little effort and creativity.

Dads play a special role in their kids’ lives. Whether it’s a hug and a kiss, a basketball game in the backyard, learning how to bike or surf, or countless amazing dad jokes — it’s just a small part of all the fun. Celebrity dads are no different, and while they might not live average lives, they love their kids all the same. And some of them give fans a little sneak peek into their family life, and we love it.

Loyalty is often a trait that comes to mind when we think about dogs. That’s probably why we love them so much and why they’re often referred to as “man’s best friend.” However, strength is another defining characteristic of our 4-legged buddies who are willing to go through anything just to be with their loved ones. We often hear stories of dogs that didn’t have it easy from the start, and this story seems to be one of them. Fortunately, this one has a happy ending.

We’ve all had moments where we wished we could read what others were thinking, pretending we were superheroes that could read minds. But what if we told you that you can actually read people just by observing their body language?Despite the power of words, sometimes they can be translated differently with the wrong body movements or gestures. Yet, most of our body language is connected to our subconscious mind, and we find ourselves doing things that come out so naturally, we only realize it after doing it.

The internet gave birth to an enormous amount of beauty gurus who advertise, advise, and sometimes even invent various tricks to take care of themselves. However, the abundance and affordability of information require increased critical thinking because not all of these so-called advisors are experts in the beauty sphere. Perhaps you have already been inspired by someone’s example and do vacuum cupping or cleanse your face with ultrasound brushes. In this article, we are going to talk about the disadvantages of these methods.

Psychologists note that self-esteem is sometimes based on how good people think they look. Appearance complexes often appear as a result of careless words from the people closest to us, or when we compare our body with glossy magazine standards. And very often it happens that, to our surprise, others see our flaws as virtues.

People are directly influenced by the way they decide to dress. Based on fashion trends, people will make judgments about someone who is wearing a particular item of clothing or style, whether it is a simple T-shirt or one with a big logo. What few of us know is that the ones who wear big logos are interested in much more than just fashion.

We see lots of different logos every day and should know them like the back of our hand at this point. However, this is not always the case — we often don’t notice things that are right in front of us. Psychologists call this phenomenon inattentional blindness. If you’ve ever searched for your phone that has been in your hand the whole time, you know exactly what it is.

So far, there have been approximately 117 billion people who’ve walked the earth. This means we are bound to come across a face that actually looks like someone we know. However, these lookalikes seem like they have come from another time and era.

Have you ever had cool ideas that seemed too crazy to try in real life? A necklace made of a plastic fork or a gadget that combines a baseball bat and a plunger — these things were someone’s crazy ideas as well, but they became a reality thanks to some savvy crafting.

Unfortunately, nature surprises us not only with some amazing creatures but also with dangerous ones. And we can cross paths with them in seemingly safe places. Not everyone knows that even an ordinary ladybug may be dangerous or that caterpillars can cause skin irritation.