Joel Madden Gives Update on Nicole and Baby Harlow

The new -- and clearly proud -- papa Joel Madden welcomed daughter Harlow Winter Kate with girlfriend Nicole Richie last Friday and just posted the following update on his website: "ITS A GIRL!!!!! Well, I am finally home with my beautiful girlfriend and our brand new little daughter.

"Harlow Winter Kate Madden was born on January 11th 2008 at 3:13pm. She weighed in at 6 pounds and 7 ounces. She is 19 inches long and growing everyday already! She really is a wonderful addition to the family. We are so blessed to have this beautiful little baby in our lives. I want to thank everyone for all the love and kind words they've sent our way.

"We apologize we weren't accepting and gifts/cards/calls at the hospital, but if you'd like to send something, we'd rather you make a donation to the Richie-Madden foundation, which we started in Harlow Winter's honor. She looks so much like her mom it's crazy! She eats like a little maniac and she's really sweet. She barely ever cries, even when daddy is changing her diaper, and believe me I suck when it comes to diapers, but I'm learning! I cant wait to show off some pictures. Until then, THANKS!! and GOD BLESS. Joel."

“Politimom” Hillary Clinton Talks about Bills Affair

Democratic presidential hopeful and New York senator Hillary Clinton, mom to Chelsea, 27, sat down with Tyra Banks to talk candidly about her husband's infamous affair. It doesn't matter what side of the political spectrum you fall, it's hard not to feel for and admire Hillary for her brave face during that whole fiasco. On the show, set to air this Friday, Hillary said that despite how difficult and public the situation was for her, she got through it by focusing on what was right for her family and keeping a cool head. "The momentary feelings â?? you know, you are mad, you are really upset, you are disappointed â?? all of that goes through your mind â?Ś" she said. "I have found you really shouldn't make decisions in the heat of those moments."

Hillary admitted that she felt angry and embarrassed about the infidelity -- as anyone would -- but she felt that she was able to rise above it. "I never doubted Bill's love for me ever, and I never doubted my faith and my commitment to our daughter and our extended family." In the end, she said, surviving an affair is an individual experience, and no two are alike. "You have to do what is right for you and that may not be what anybody else believes," Hillary said.

Would you be able to stay with your husband if he was unfaithful to you? How do you feel about the upcoming electionâ??will Hil get your vote?

Juliette Binoche Stars in Lancome’s New Campaign

Juliette Binoche, 43 and a mother of two, is once again teaming up with French make-up line LancĂ´me -- this time as the face of one of their skincare lines. The Academy Award-winning French actress had previously been the

spokesperson for the LancĂ´me fragrance Poeme in 1995. I can't imagine a more perfect woman to represent LancĂ´me, an opinion I base on having met Juliette in September, when I interviewed her for Modern Mom.

Even when we were talking casually in her hotel room, Juliette had this vibrancy about her. Dressed in a simple turtleneck and jeans, she was gorgeous and exuded a â??je ne se quoi,â? an indefinable magnetism. She certainly lights up the big screen, having paired with some of Hollywood's sexiest leading men (Johnny Depp, Daniel Day-Lewis, Richard Gere, Jude Law, and Ralph Fiennes, to name a few). But I noticed that what really puts a sparkle in her eye was talking about her two kids, Raphael, 14, and Hanna, 7. Her independent spirit and excitement for life, both of which she is actively fostering in her kids, have made her a terrific actress, one of Hollywood's most alluring.

It must be this same magnetic quality that prompted LancĂ´me to bring Juliette back as a spokesperson, this time for LancĂ´me RĂŠnergie, a skincare line that addresses the signs of aging. â??It is an immense pleasure for us to welcome Juliette Binoche back to LancĂ´me,â? says LancĂ´me International President Odile Roujol. â??Her career choices, her natural and moving beauty, her independent spirit and generosity epitomize the values essential to our brand.â? This campaign is a great addition to Juliette's numerous projects, both on and off screen. She told me that in addition to working on 10 different films in the past year, she was also planning to train for a dance show and work on her paintings for an upcoming exhibition.

Next, Juliette is off to Italy to shoot a film with an Iranian director.

Rosie and Kelli ODonnell Announce Sixth Cruise for Gay Parents and their Families

All aboard! Moms Rosie O'Donnell and her partner Kelli O'Donnell are kicking off another season of R Family Vacations, the first travel company devoted to gay and lesbian family vacations.

Their sixth cruise will set sail on the Holland America Oosterdam departing from San Diego, California, on March 15, 2008, with ports of call to Cabo San Lucas, Mazatlan, and Puerto Vallarta. Rosie and Kelli have four kids: Parker, 12, Chelsea, 10, Blake, 8, and Vivienne, 5.

Truly the first of its kind, the cruise is designed for gay and lesbian travelers, their kids, their friends, and their extended families. â??We are the gay cruise with family values. We're creating vacations for gay and lesbian travelers and their family of choice --- children, parents, relatives, friends, couples, and individuals,â? said Kelli O'Donnell and the couple's entrepreneurial partner Gregg Kaminsky. â??You don't have to compromise your lifestyle to go on a vacation.â?

The best part about the cruise is that children can meet other kids from families just like theirs, and parents can relax and pamper themselves. The little ones have their own activities at night while parents can enjoy dinner and a show. This year, Cyndi Lauper will perform and travelers can take fitness and yoga classes with Susan Powter.

Although Rosie claims that she never intended to become a spokesperson for gay marriage, she has become decidedly vocal on the issue when, in her court case a few years ago, she was denied spousal privilege and compelled to provide private letters and conversations between her and Kelli as evidence. Ultimately, R Family Vacations and the gay rights movement share common goals: acceptance, and for there to be more than one definition of marriage and family. To make a reservation, call 866-732-6822 or visit www.rfamilyvacations.com

Singer-Songwriter Chantal Pregnant

Musicians Chantal Kreviazuk, 35, and hubby Raine Maida, are expecting another boy! Joining sons Rowan and Lucca Jon, this baby will make it three boys total for the Canadian couple.

Hopefully mom and dad are passing their musical talents on to their sons: Chantal is a platinum artist in Canada, who also writes songs for Kelly Clarkson and Avril Lavigne, and Raine is a member of the band Our Lady Peace. Mom and dad have been collaborating musically for years -- perhaps a family quintet is in their future?

I actually got to hang out with Chantal and Raine at the Toronto Film Fest in 2006, and have to say I have never met a more in-love celeb couple. Congrats to the whole family!

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