Babies, the latest fashion accessory

Let us face it, second to cute little dogs such as Paris Hilton’s Tinkerbell, a baby on the arm has become the latest fashion accessory. We no longer wait for a wedding band and white picket fence to have children and many mommies are now doing it for themselves with the help of artificial insemination. For infertile couples the option of IVF is available, or we can just adopt a little orphan from Cambodia. Another trend, along with their toy boys, is for older mothers to have children, thereby having more time to carve out a career and becoming financially secure before taking the big step. Teenage pregnancy too is on the rise with teens that want to become independent or to avoid school. No matter how you do it though, there are a few things you need to be aware of before taking the plunge. A baby is not a gift you can give without thinking it through properly – so discuss the implications with your partner. Be sure that you are both ready to do what it takes to have a child. If you plan to do it solo – you should first seek counseling to ensure that you really are up to it. Do not use a baby just to fill a void. Are you emotionally prepared for it? Your relationship with your partner needs to be strong. Do not do it if you have relationship problems - baby cannot be used as glue to fix a broken relationship.

Other than that, you don't have JL's infrastructure, which includes a name that ensures income - you have to work for yours. She also has a very supportive family - your family may not be as supportive. Her family will ensure that she doesn't become a single mother.

Come on - just leave Hollywood be and be your own person!