The moment a couple found out that they will be parents soon, one of the things that excites them is the “baby-naming” game. But depending on which country they are, baby-naming will always have its restrictions.

Selma, AL -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/07/2014 -- Choosing baby names is an exciting phase for any expectant parent. Is it going to be classy and timeless? Something super weird? Just a little weird? Or simply a name fad?

When choosing a name for a newborn, it is important to avoid the embarrassing initials, offensive meanings, and overly-famous choices. Countries all over the world have banned certain baby names to ensure that no children in the world will grow up experiencing embarrassment over the name chosen by his parents.

What do different countries ban in terms of "baby-naming"?

Malaysia. Strictly no "undesirable" baby names for Malaysia. What are these? Names inspired by animals, vegetables, fruits, numbers, colors, honorary or royal names, and yes, even Japanese cars are banned as baby names in Malaysia. Names with objectionable meanings like crazy and smelly head are certainly a no-no in this country.

Iceland. This country has pretty much a conservative law when it comes to naming a newborn child. Their list of "allowed baby names" only includes 1, 853 girls' names and 1,712 boys' names.

Denmark. If Iceland has a total of 3,565 on their list for all both gender, Denmark has a total of 7,000 in all. In this country, never ever make the mistake of naming a newborn kid Pluto, Anus, or Monkey.

Japan. A father of a child who was named "Akuma" (meaning devil) was sued by court and was later on forced to change the name of his baby to a less-demonic one. In Japan, their Family Registration Law only includes a total of 2,323 "name kanji" in their list of allowed baby names.

Portugal. This country started the banning of baby names practice. Only Christian or biblical names are allowed in this land.

China. @. Never use that symbol as a baby name in China.

Germany. Approval of baby names are made by Germany's local registrars. Names like Woodstock and Stompie, and last names like Matti and Kohl have been rejected thus far.

Sweden. Brfxxccxxmnpcccclll mmnprxvclmnckssqlbb11116. This baby name made headlines. According to the boy's parents, this is pronounced as "Albin" which was "a pregnant, expressionistic development that we see as an artistic creation" which should be understood in the spirit of "'pataphysics." This name was rejected. Swedish law bans names that "can cause offense or be supposed to cause discomfort for the one using it, or names which for some obvious reason are not suitable for a first name."

Though odd it may seem, banning of baby names is not a way of restricting a parent's freedom to name whatever they feel would be suitable for their babies. It is the lawmakers' way of ensuring that no child would be subject for bullying because of their birth names.

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Last year, Channing Tatum and Jenna Dewan’s name choice for their baby “Everly” topped the list of “Best Celebrity Baby Names” while Kanye West’s and Kim Kardashian’s choice for “North” as their baby’s name raised a lot of eyebrows.

Selma, AL -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/07/2014 -- There's just so much pressure for celebrity parents in naming their babies. Will the public like it? Will it be tagged as "the best" or "the worst" baby names of all times?

Baby names "Bear" (Kate Winslet's and Ned Rocknroll's baby) or "North" (Kanye West's and Kim Kardashian's baby) are just some of the least favorite celebrity baby names which made headlines just recently. This is an epic example of how celebrity parents lose support from public once they choose bizaare names for their babies.

In the US, how celebrity parents name their babies is a big thing. Classic baby names like "Elijah Joseph Daniel" (Elton John's and David Furnish's baby)and "Luna Encinas", or peculiar names like "Autumn James" (Jennifer Love Hewitt's & Brian Hallisay's baby)and "Willow Sage" (Pink's and Carey Hart's baby) are truly a win in the hearts of the public.

So where do these "winner" celebrity parents drew inspiration in naming their kids?

Padma Lakshmi and Adam Dell Couple: Baby "Krishna Thea". Obviously, this baby was named after the goddess "Krishna" in Hinduism and as a reference to Padma's Indian heritage.

Nicole Richie and Joel Madden Couple: Child "Harlow Winter Kate". Such a classic name inspired by Jean Harlow, a 1920s actress and model Shalom Harlow. "Harlow" is very "hollywood", "Winter" is distinct, and "Kate" is so cute.

Miranda Kerr and Orlando Bloom: Baby "Flynn Christopher". It's weird that their baby's name was named after Miranda's high school sweetheart "Christopher" who died in a car accident during their teens, which Orlando approves of wholeheartedly. "Flynn" was derived from the classic movie start "Errol Flynn".

Sandra Bullock: Baby "Louis Bardo". Born in New Orleans, Sandra's baby named her baby after "Louis Armstrong". "Bardo" is an obscure German saint which means "water".

Christina Applegate and Martyn LeNoble: Baby "Sadie Grace". Sweet and unique. Undoubtedly, the cancer-survivor mom Christina was healed felt she was healed with the birth of "Sadie Grace" the sweetheart.

Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt: Babies "Knox Leon" and " Vivienne Marcheline". Whenever this couple name their babies, it is a guaranteed front-page news. Knox and Vivienne have such iconic names with "Vivienne" in memory of the twin's birthplace (it is theFrench form of Vivian) and "Knox Leon" as the combination of Brad's grandfather and Angelina's great-great-grandfather.

Amy Adams and Darren Le Gallo: Baby "Aviana Olea". Amy was born in Aviano, Italy and the couple's inspiration in naming their baby. Not too trying hard, but certainly exotic.

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Giving up on the kitchen is like giving up on one’s health. MomsWhoThink reminds everyone that amidst the busy schedules, there is still a great way to produce healthy easy meal recipes.

Selma, AL -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/06/2014 -- Fresh foods are still preferred by many amidst inflationary heat besetting majority of households today. In a study conducted by Nielsen Global Survey of Fresh Foods, it was found out that the Asian people have the most percentage income spending on fresh foods, Europeans with 53%, while Americans with 30% grocery spending.

According to Nielsen's survey, "More than half (52%) of respondents said that rising food prices affect their purchasing of fresh foods, with meat and poultry categories impacted most (54%), but fresh foods continue to perform well in all parts of the world. In Asia-Pacific, fresh foods contribute as much as 60 percent of food, grocery, and personal care expenses across all retail channels on average. In Europe, fresh foods contribute 53 percent of expenses on average, in the U.S, 30 percent, and in Latin America, 25 percent". This is enough proof that the kitchen should be the number one place in every home where healthy recipes start.

Every meal that is being served in every dining table does not need to be fancy. Some easy dinner recipes, like those created by MomsWhoThink, are a few examples of some easy dinners that anyone would surely love. Careers, hectic schedules, and other activities should never be an excuse for anyone to give up on the kitchen!

Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

This tater tot casserole recipe is a quick and easy meal, perfect for those fussy little eaters and some bigger ones too. Kids love this hearty, easy dinner made from a few easy ingredients.

Ingredients:
1 pound ground beef
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 (15 ounce) can peas or green beans, drained
2 (10 1/4 ounce) cans cream of mushroom soup
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 (16 ounce) package tater tots

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2. In a large skillet over high heat, brown the ground beef and drain fat.
3. Stir in garlic, onion powder, salt, pepper, peas (or green beans), and condensed cream of mushroom soup. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
4. Pour the mixture into a medium-sized casserole dish. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over beef mixture.
5. Top mixture with tater tots.
6. Bake in oven for 30-40 minutes, until tater tots are crispy.
7. Press raw hamburger flat into a 8 x 8 or 9 x 9 inch pan, empty tater tots on top of hamburger, then spoon soup over tater tots.
8. Cook at 350 degrees F oven for about 1/2 hour or until hamburger is done.
9. Irish Chicken and Dumplings

Ingredients:
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of chicken soup
3 cups water
1 cup chopped celery
2 onions, quartered
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
5 carrots, sliced
1 (10 ounce) package frozen green peas
4 potatoes, quartered
3 cups baking mix
1? cups milk

Directions:
1. In large, heavy pot, combine soup, water, chicken, celery, onion, salt, poultry seasoning, and pepper.
2. Cover and cook over low heat about 1½ hours.
3. Add potatoes and carrots; cover and cook another 30 minutes.
4. Remove chicken from pot, shred it, and return to pot. Add peas and cook only 5 minutes longer.
5. Add dumplings.

To make dumplings:
1. Mix baking mix and milk until a soft dough forms.
2. Drop by tablespoonfuls onto BOILING stew.
3. Simmer covered for 10 minutes, then uncover and simmer an additional 10 minutes.

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MomsWhoThink, like any loving mother, prioritizes the health of the family. Preparing sumptuous dinner recipes are just as easy as one, two, three…

Selma, AL -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/06/2014 -- When it comes to the health of the family, mothers indeed know best. And when it comes to healthy dinner recipes, MomsWhoThink arms mothers with the best, healthy, and easy dinner ideas.

MomsWhoThink has a wide selection of scrumptious dinner recipes for digestive health that are fiber-riched and lower in fat. Moms don't need to worry about preparing healthy meals at the expense of heavenly recipes. "Easy dinner recipes" does not necessarily mean resorting to over processed supermarket goods of take-out foods.

Here are examples of healthy dinner recipes which indicate the nutrient contents suitable for the health of every family:

Sesame Chicken with Brocolli (Healthy Poultry Meal)

Ingredients:

5 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
4 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
5 teaspoons honey
1¼ pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch chunks
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
2 scallions, thinly sliced, 2 tablespoons greens reserved
1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
4 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon chili paste
3 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
Cooked brown rice, for serving (optional)

Directions:
1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons soy sauce, 2 teaspoons sesame oil, and 2 teaspoons honey.
2. Add the chicken, toss to coat, and marinate for 20 minutes.
3. Heat 2 teaspoons canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade with a slotted spoon and discard the marinade.
5. Add half of the chicken to the pan and cook until browned and cooked through, turning once or twice, about 6 minutes. Transfer the chicken to a large serving platter.
6. Repeat with 2 more teaspoons of canola oil and the remaining chicken. Transfer to the serving plate.
7. Add the broccoli to the pan along with 2 tablespoons water, cover and steam for 4 minutes.
8. Create a hole in the broccoli by pushing it aside and heat the remaining 2 teaspoons canola oil in the skillet over medium-high heat. Add the scallions, ginger, and garlic and cook, stirring until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes.
9. In a small bowl, whisk together the broth, the remaining 2 tablespoons soy sauce, the remaining 3 teaspoons honey, the cornstarch, vinegar, and chili paste until the cornstarch and honey are dissolved. Add the mixture to the pan and cook, stirring, until the mixture is thickened and darkened in color, 2 to 3 minutes.
10. Stir in the remaining 2 teaspoons sesame oil.
11. Pour the sauce and broccoli mixture over the chicken. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds and 2 tablespoons scallion greens. Serve with brown rice, if desired.

Serves 4

Per serving
Calories 410
Total Fat 18g
Sat 3g
Protein 36g
Carb 29g
Fiber 4g
Cholesterol 90mg
Sodium 730mg

Cheesy Shell Lasagna (Healthy Beef Meal)

Ingredients:
1½ pounds lean ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (14½ ounce) can stewed tomatoes, chopped
1 (14 ounce) jar meatless spaghetti sauce
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, undrained
8 ounces uncooked small shell pasta
2 cups reduced-fat sour cream (16 ounces)
11 sliced reduced-fat provolone cheese (8 ounces)
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese (4 ounces)

Directions:
1. In a nonstick skillet, cook the beef, onions, and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain.
2. Stir in tomatoes, spaghetti sauce, and mushrooms. Bring to a boil. Reduced heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
4. Place half of the pasta in an ungreased 13x9x2-inch baking dish. Top with half of the meat sauce, sour cream, and provolone cheese. Repeat layers. Sprinkle with mozzarella.
5. Cover and bake at 350°F for 35 to 40 minutes. Uncover; bake 10 minutes longer or until cheese begins to brown. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting.

Serves 12

Per serving
Calories 346
Total Fat 15g
Sat 8g
Protein 27g
Carb 29g
Fiber 2g
Cholesterol 50mg
Sodium 515mg
Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1½ starch, 1 vegetable, 1 fat

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Being busy from work does not excuse any working mom from cooking dinner for their families. MomsWhoThink gives the perfect easy dinner recipes for this age-old problem – the dinner dilemma.

Selma, AL -- (SBWIRE) -- 05/06/2014 -- What's for dinner tonight? This is a seemingly million dollar question for most working moms.

For working moms, everyday planning of what needs to be cooked for dinner is 1. an enjoyable routine since they are cooking for their beloved families, but 2. a seemingly daunting task because of lack of enough dinner recipes especially if one is not accustomed to cooking the easy ones (dinner recipes). Dinner dilemma - MomsWhoThink has the answer for this.

Working moms who are looking for simple and savory home cooked meals while ensuring that the health of their families are at its premium, can go over MomsWhoThink's list of easy dinner recipes. It gives them a wide array of recipes from the main dish to desserts. The list has everything that any working mom would surely need as it gives them several choices from chicken, beef, meat, pasta, or veggies recipes.

Below are some examples of carefully laid out easy dinner recipes that would surely spark love in every family's dining table:

Tuna Casserole

Ingredients:
2 cups macaroni
1 can Campbell's Cream of Celery Soup
1 can tuna
1 small package cream cheese
½ teaspoon garlic
½ teaspoon dry mustard
¼ cup milk
1 small onion, chopped
¼ cup grape nuts
2 Tablespoons butter

Directions:
1. Cook macaroni per package directions
2. In casserole dish mix cream of celery, softened cream cheese, milk until smooth.
3. Add tuna, garlic, dry mustard and onion. Stir in cooked macaroni.
4. Melt butter and mix grape nuts into the butter. Spread mixture over top of casserole.
5. Bake in 375 degree oven for 45 minutes.

Baked Pesto Chicken

Ingredients:
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
½ cup basil pesto
2 plum tomatoes
shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Cover cookie sheet with foil.
2. Put pesto and chicken in bowl. Toss until chicken is covered.
3. Bake for 20-25 minutes.
4. Place slices of tomato on top of chicken and sprinkle with cheese.
5. Bake another 3-5 minutes.
6. Serve with a box of angel hair pasta and herbs and French bread.

Easy Chicken Cordon Bleu

Ingredients:
1 cup milk
1 cup dry bread crumbs
6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - pounded to ¼ inch thickness
salt and pepper to taste
6 slices cooked ham
6 slices Swiss cheese
2 Tablespoons vegetable oil
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup
½ cup heavy cream

Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Place milk and bread crumbs in two separate shallow bowls.
2. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place one slice of ham and one slice of cheese on each piece of chicken; roll, and secure with toothpicks.
3. Dip each chicken roll into milk, and then into breadcrumbs.
4. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown rolled chicken on all sides.
5. Arrange the chicken in a 9x13 inch baking dish.
6. In a small saucepan over medium heat, blend soup and cream; season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Pour over the chicken. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until chicken is no longer pink and juices run clear.

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