Lounge Mach 2016 Issue

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March 2016

MONA ABDEL WAHAB

CROSSING THE LINE

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T R E N D - S E T T I N G

M A G A Z I N E

SPRING

FASHI O N TRENDS

HALTER NECK &WHITE SHIRT REDUX

Relationships WHEN 2 3 BECOME HOW

TO TAKE PREGNANCY DECISION

QUIZ WHAT KIND

FOODS

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MOTHER’S DAY

OF KID

WOULD YOU RAISE

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NINE & BEYOND

FIRST MATERNITY LINE IN EGYPT

18 signs

GIFTS BY STYLE TREASURE

YOU’RE AN EGYPTIAN SUPER MOMMY

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20 FASHION & TRENDS

14 Fashionista

Sarah Toulan Nine & Beyond

Lounge talks to Sarah Toulan Founder of ‘Nine & Beyond,’ the first maternity line in Egypt to talk about her success story, what inspires her and why she chose to make a fashion line for pregnant and post maternity ladies..

20 Shopaholic

Halter Neck Chic & Shirt Redux

A new twist from the off shoulder top we all saw last spring, halter neck dresses are the perfect choice for a summer dress. There is nothing more simple yet, sexy than putting on a plain white shirt specially when it receives a designer’s makeover, find your inspiration as white shirts are big news this season whether they are girly as seen at Monse and Issa, or Victorian as in Fendi and Sportmax, find your inspiration.

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BEAUTY

24 Beauty Buzz

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The latest & newest beauty products & news you need to know.

YOU, LOVE & LIFE

26 Feature

Mother’s Day Gifts by Style Treasure

28 Relationships

When Two Become Three Deciding on Having a Baby

Taking the decision to get pregnant is not an easy decision of course; you have to consider sacrificing some things in your life as well as changing your lifestyle. But when is the right time to have a baby, if there is a right time? And are you ready to be a parent? Well, the right time is more of a personal judgment, which differs from a person to another. Yet, there are common factors that you need to consider, and so, Lounge brings you the most important factors that might affect your decision on having a baby.

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What Kind of Kid Will You Raise?

People say kids are reflections of who you are, and raising a child nowadays has become more and more difficult than before. If you are uncertain about your way of raising your children, take this quiz to determine what kind of kid you are raising..

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How Did You Receive Your Wife’s Pregnancy News?

being a mom is every girls dream and we all know how it feels, but does being a dad is as exciting? This month paying tribute to all the dads out there, Lounge asks some of its readers about how they reacted when they knew about their wife’s pregnancy?

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36 Cover Story

Mona Abdel Wahab Crossing the line

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Lounge talks to TV Presenter Mona Abdel Wahab, the host of the most controversial and talked about TV show ‘Mosarha Hora.’ Mona reveals all about behind the scenes of the show, her relationship with her mother and her upcoming TV show on Al Nahar TV channel.

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HEALTH & FITNESS

40 Ask The Expert

Are you having a sweet tooth?

On e of t he biggest resolut ion s we all make is losing weight or adopting a healthy lifestyle, but seeing a piece of chocolate or a nutella jar is far tempting to keep our promises, this month Dr. Ingy Hashad brought us all what we need to know about sugar craving, the reasons behind it and how to control it.

baby’s room, it’s colour decorations and furniture, this month Lounge talks to Amira Abadir, Interior Designer Manager, about the unique children range at IKEA and how they managed practicality, safety and fun at the same time.

42 Health Tips

EVERY ISSUE

Samia Allouba Gym Goddess

When we talk about the gym and exercising, we have to talk about one of the pioneers in Egypt who introduces gym to Cairo streets and participated in encouraging Egyptians to adopt sports as part of their daily routine, Samia Allouba.

This month Lounge spoke to Allouba after opening her latest branch in 6th October about her tips when hitting the gym and correcting the myths that spread about exercising.

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Foods That Act as AntiDepressants

Due to the stressful life we live in today, many people use anti-depressants and mood stabilizers like Xanax, Prozac, Zoloft and many more. Did you know that you can actually take anti-depressants from food? Yes, some food stimulates happy hormones in your body and act like anti-depressants. Lounge brings you different types of food and their effect on your body as ‘happy’ stimulants..

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Amira Abadir Interior Designer Manager IKEA

Knowing the good news that you are expecting is always followed by preparations, and besides the clothes and delivery bag you think of the

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Chairman’s Letter Editor’s Letter In The Know

Everything you need to know to be in the know, from celebrity to entertainment news to what’s in style, Lounge keeps you fully updated.

Horoscope

Happy Birthday Pisces

Well Said

18 signs you are a Super Mommy

Being a mom is a life changing decision and I quote ‘Eat, Pray & Love’ “deciding to have a baby is like having a tattoo on your face;” however, some moms were up to the challenge and get the best out of the experience while others miss it up, this month, just for kicks, Lounge brought you signs you are an Egyptian super mommy.

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Chairman’s Letter CHAIRMAN Ahmed Helal EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Sherif Ibrahim EXECUTIVE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Amira Tharwat GENERAL MANAGER Ahmed M. Hanohoum ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER Khaled Ashraf Hegazy SENIOR EDITOR Reem El Shennawi CONTRIBUTOR Sherouk Nafie

This month we celebrate with all the mothers as well as the mothers-to-be Mother’s Day, we sure do want to thank them for their unconditional love, devotion, patience and efforts. We chose this month to bring you the beautiful Mona Abdel Wahab to talk about her latest show ‘Mosarha Hora,’ her personal and business life as well as her future projects. Celebrating Mother’s Day, we have brought you many topics including, when and how to decide on the right time to have a baby in our Relationship section, we have brought to you the most important factors that you need to consider before making that decision. Speaking of kids, we know that raising a kid is not easy especially nowadays, and so, we decided to bring you this month in our Quiz section a fun quiz to help you learn more about the kind of kind you are raising. We have also brought to you the latest Mother’s Day collection by Style Treasure, check out our Feature.

Fashion addicts can find the latest collection of fashion trends in our Shopoholic pages as well as read an up close and personal with fashion designer Sarah Toulan, Founder of ‘Nine & Beyond,’ the first maternity line in Egypt, who spoke to us about her success story, what inspires her and why she chose to make a fashion lin e for pregnant and post maternity ladies. All that plus, a number of health topics including, foods that act as anti-depressants, check our Health and Fitness section. Happy Mother’s Day to all the lovely ladies out there!

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Hair: Rafilo Toma (Al Sagheer Salon) Make up: Mai Ayman Grey Dress: Villa Baboushka Jewelry: Michael Oro Styling by: The fashion Studio eg Photography By: Batool El-Dawi Produced By: Blow Creative Studio

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EDITOR’S

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CAPTURE THE MOMENT To all the young mommies out there, who complain and keep nagging about how their babies and toddlers drive them crazy, and how life is unbearable and they miss their old self: well as you know how missing means and how nostalgic you feel about your pre-mommy phase, let me assure you that you will miss these days more than anything else. In a blink of an eye, your now baby will turn into a child then, become a teenager and soon will be a grown up gentleman. He won’t sleep in your arms anymore, wait for you to change his diapers so he can tease you and giggle, or feed him, or cry hysterically when you disappear from his eyesight even if you are going to the very next room. He won’t play with your hair while he is trying to get some sleep, and you won’t feel the amazing bond that connects you both when you breastfed him. Twenty years from now you will remember these days and smile and long for one touch of his tiny fingers and the

days where you meant the world to him. I am not saying that your son or daughter won’t value you anymore, or won’t love you and need you, I am just saying the relationship will take a different course; the thing that makes grandparents satisfy this nostalgia through adoring their grandsons sometimes more than they love their own kids, and unconsciously, call their grandsons by their son’s name by mistake. It is part of our nature as human beings not to value the present, long for the past, and look forward to the future while the present is now and what we actually live in. Cherish every moment you spend with your little one before it is gone, and know there will be a last time of changing his diaper, of giving him a shower and even of feeding him, embrace it with all the satisfaction and know that it is a bliss before it turns into a memory as time flies.

Amira Tharwat

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VAL KILMER SPOTTED WITHOUT BREATHING AID AFTER DENYING REPORTS OF HEALTH ISSUES JUSTIN THEROUX AND JENNIFER ANISTON SPENT VALENTINE’S DAY IN PARIS

Justin Theroux made all our Valentine’s Day dates look bad this year.’The Leftovers’ star whisked his wife, Jennifer Aniston, to Paris, France over the weekend to help celebrate her birthday and the holiday in the most romantique place possible.

Theroux shared a photo of the beautiful 47-year-old actress taking in views of the city of lights while dinning at 58 Tour Eiffel, the iconic restaurant inside the Eiffel Tower. “#eiffeltower,” he captioned the photo along with a rose emoji.

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Celebrity

Val Kilmer’s health is looking up. Two months after Kilmer was seen with what looked to be a tracheostomy tube around his neck, the actor appears to be on the mend. Kilmer, 56, was spotted running errands in London, and this time without the breathing device. The actor, who usually keeps his neck covered with a bandana or scarf, left the top buttons of his white shirt open, exposing his bare neck.

On Jan. 24, Kilmer posted a photo of himself smiling alongside Will Forte and Jorma Taccone, once again leaving the area uncovered. A faint scar can be seen where the tracheostomy tube once was.

EMMA WATSON ANNOUNCES YEARLONG BREAK FROM ACTING

Emma Watson is taking a break from acting to learn more about feminism, and herself.

“I’m taking a year from acting to focus on two things, really,” she said during a chat with author and feminist Bell Hooks. “My own personal development is one,” she continued. “My own personal task is to read a book a week, and also to read a book a month as part of my book club. I’m doing a huge amount of reading and study just on my own.” The ‘Harry Potter’ star, 25, revealed that she considered enrolling in a gender studies class, but decided to rely on her own real-life experiences to further her knowledge instead.

JENNIFER LAWRENCE DONATES $2 MILLION TO KOSAIR CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

Jennifer Lawrence is donating $2 million to Kosair Children’s Hospital in Kentucky. The Oscar winner’s generous gift was revealed at a press conference held at the Louisville medical center about the hospital’s plans to redevelop its heart center.

Lawrence was not personally in attendance, but her family was there when it was announced that her $2 million donation will bring the hospital’s fundraising campaign closer to its total goal of $25 million. The money will be used not just to renovate the facility’s critical care center, but also build a new cardiac ICU.

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TAYLOR SWIFT DISSES KANYE WEST WITHOUT NAMING KANYE WEST

Taylor Swift dissed Kanye West without naming the rapper in her acceptance speech for Album of the Year at the 2016 Grammy Awards.

“As the first woman to win album of the year at the Grammys twice, I want to say to all the young women out there, there are going to be people along the way who will try to undercut your success or take credit for your accomplishments or your fame,” Swift said upon receiving her third trophy of the night.

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KURT RUSSELL CAST IN ‘GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 2’

Snake Plissken is going to space! Director James Gunn announced that he has cast Hollywood legend Kurt Russell -- who played Plissken in 1981’s ‘Escape From New York’-- in ‘Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.’ “My favourite movie as a small child was ‘The Strongest Man in the World,’ said Gunn, “so I’m glad to announce that, yes, Kurt Russell has joined our cast and, yes, he is more awesome a dude than I ever could have imagined.” Gunn did not elaborate on who Russell will play in the film, but recent rumors strongly point to him portraying the father of Chris Pratt’s Star-Lord.

CELINE DION CHANGES LAS VEGAS SHOW TO INCLUDE TRIBUTE TO LATE HUSBAND RENE ANGELIL

Celine Dion is changing up her Las Vegas, Nevada show to honor her late husband, René Angélil, who died Jan. 14. When Dion returns to the stage at Caesars Colosseum for her first show since Angélil’s death, it begins with a moving 10-minute tribute to her longtime love. Although it is likely the 47-year-old singer will continue the tribute for the remaining shows before her March hiatus, Dion could decide she does not feel up to performing the tribute at each show.

‘TRANSFORMERS’ SEQUELS SET FOR 2017, 2018 AND 2019

Paramount has set release dates for three more “Transformers” movies for 2017, 2018 and 2019. The studio announced that “Transformers 5” would open on June 23, 2017, the same date already selected

by Warner Bros. for “Wonder Woman.” “Transformers 6” has been slotted for June 8, 2018, which sets it up against “Godzilla 2” from Warner Bros. and Legendary. “Transformers 7” has been scheduled for June 28, 2019. Mark Wahlberg, who appeared in the last installment, “Transformers: Age of Extinction,” is expected to return and Lorenzo di Bonaventura is producing.

BLAKE SHELTON SLAMS RUMOR HE’S “BEING FIRED” FROM “THE VOICE”

Blake Shelton is slamming an unfounded rumor that claims he’s being fired from “The Voice.” Shelton, who has been a coach on every season since the NBC music competition premiered in 2011, was alerted to false allegation. A concerned fan tweeted to him, “@blakeshelton Why do all the people on Facebook say the Voice is firing you?” The country superstar responded with his trademark candor. “Because people Facebook always have the inside scoop!!! By that I mean picking their noses… #dips-s,” Shelton replied.

MINISTER LOUIS FARRAKHAN & THE NATION OF ISLAM VOW TO OFFER BEYONCE SECURITY IF POLICE REFUSE Beyonce’s ruffling of feathers with her Super Bowl “Formation” performance continues, as police officers threaten to boycott her upcoming tour of the same name. So far, Miami, Tampa and Tennessee police have begun boycotts against volunteering to work at the “Formation World Tour,” as well as purchasing tickets. But one person has promised Queen Bey the protection she needs despite the dissent she has garnered: Minister Louis Farrakhan. In a rousing keynote speech for the Nation of Islam’s Saviour’s Day 2016, Farrakhan commended Beyonce for taking her stance, and taunted her detractors for becoming offended. Likening the struggle of American blacks to that of The Holocaust, Farrakhan called for the same sympathy in both injustices.

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ATELIER VERSACE JEWELRY COLLECTION SRING/SUMMER 2016

Drama, impossible beauty, fluidity, feminity, the exceptional new pieces from Atelier Versace Jewelry. The iconic jewellery pieces represent the ultimate expression of female power, provocation and strength.

Necklaces, bracelets and earrings of incredible elegance and lightness, with many complex setting techniques used to create the volume, fluidity and energy of the new lines.

VICTORIA’S SECRET PINK OPENS AT CITYSTARS

Victoria’s Secret PINK is all set and opened.

A spirited lifestyle brand dedicated to the independent and inspired university-age woman, the new PINK store will be an extension to the already existing Victoria’s Secret store in Citystars. The store features a wide assortment of the brand’s signature bras, panties and apparel. Victoria’s Secret PINK’s bra assortment includes the Wear Everywhere Bra and the Date Bra collections.

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Style & Design

INTERSECT BY LEXUS INTERIORS EMBODY MODERN LUXURY WITH A UNIQUE URBAN TWIST

In line with Lexus’ philosophy to inspire beyond expectations, Intersect By Lexus has quickly become the new destination for cosmopolitan urbanites of Dubai, attracting budding entrepreneurs, established businessmen, the quirky artistic crowd, and the stylish fashionistas, as the unique design and immaculate décor cater to all those in search of a more culturally stimulating environment. Intersect By Lexus is exactly that, as it embodies the essence of modern luxury and chic minimalism, with subtle bursts of original design elements and innovative creations.

ARMAND BASI WILD FOREST

Wild Forest is the new masculine fragrance by Armand Basi, inspired by one of nature’s most noble elements: wood. An elegant and natural material that, when manipulated by man and technology, is a basic element of urban life. Armand Basi Wild Forest is a both a modern and a classic fragrance, just like Armand Basi’s designs. Elegant and sober, it belongs to the Spiced Wood family. The design is the work of Antoni Arola, winner of the National Award for Design, and creator of the packaging of many of Armand Basi‘s fragrances.

LE COQ SPORTIF SPRING-SUMMER 2016 COLLECTION

For its latest Carnet de Styles, Le Coq Sportif went to the great cities of Europe to meet up with the brand’s friends and fans. In Spain, Italy, France, and the UK, they followed their culture and their clothing style and shopped the new Spring-Summer collection.

They shared some of their favourite spots dressed in the best pieces for the season.

Le Coq Sportif’s SS16 women’s collection is feminine and refined, made with great attention to material and detail. We love Greta’s varsity jacket and zipped Peter Pan collar polos and Cristina’s ‘60s-inspired Coq d’Or suit. Fanny loves the “Made in France” collection.

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SARAH TOULAN

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mira Tharwat talks to Sarah Toulan founder of ‘Nine & Beyond,’ the first maternity line in Egypt to talk about her success story, what inspires her and why she chose to make a fashion line for pregnant and post maternity ladies..

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Tell us more about you …

I am a 30 year old Gemini, a wife and a mother to a beautiful 2 year old. I’ve always loved art, fashion& technology so, back in college I studied Computer Science & Art at the American University in Cairo.

After having my baby, I studied Fashion Design to pursue my dream.

When did your passion for fashion begin?

I’ve always loved fashion & I’ve always been fascinated by how both my parents put their outfits together to end up looking amazing. I am an artist who loves being different, which has reflected a lot on my fashion choices.

How did the idea of ‘Nine & Beyond’ come about?

During my pregnancy, it was very challenging to find something nice to wear. Then, I had my baby and of course with all the body changes my regular clothes didn’t fit right away.

And from here came the idea of Nine & Beyond. We proudly design and hand make our collections in Egypt offering moms and moms- to- be effortlessly chic and fashionable solutions to wear when pregnant and be adaptable enough to wear them after baby. It is important as a mom or a mom-to-be to find smart solutions for your day-to- day needs that will make you feel great about yourself, and that’s Nine & Beyond’s mission. We are keen on helping moms & moms-to-be feel good through smart fashion.

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Being the first fashion maternity line in Egypt, what are the biggest challenges you encounter?

Not just a maternity line, as one of the key differentiators of Nine & Beyond is being able to wear your very same outfit during & after pregnancy or anytime really! My biggest challenge is changing the stereotype of expectant & motherhood style from being unfashionable to being fashionable & trendy.

What are the fabrics you use, and how you combine fashion trends with the bump?

At Nine & Beyond, we make sure to use the softest fabrics like soft cotton jerseys, crepes, silk charmeuses & rich chiffonto, which provide a luxurious & comfortable experience for a new mom or a mom-to-be.

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What are your wishes for Nine & Beyond in the future?

I wish for Nine & Beyond to inspire new moms & moms-to-be to feel their best & feel equipped with many smart fashion solutions to support their lifestyle choices and to be able to shift the mindset of pregnant women from buying a size up of regular clothes during pregnancy to wearing true to size effortless and comfortable choices especially designed for them.

Name some of the celebrities whom you dressed up...

It was a great pleasure to have young comedian Engy Wegdan as one of Nine & Beyond’s customers. I personally love her a lot; she fell in love with our comfiest bestsellers.

Who are the celebrities you wish to dress up one day?

Nine & Beyond is a destination for trendy essentials, luxury and smart solutions.

We would love to dress celebrities who appreciate uniqueness and luxury whether expecting or a mom already.

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And who is the celebrity you admire her pregnancy style the most?

Kourtney Kardashian! She manages to maintain her same fashion choices while she is pregnant and still looks stunning.

What are your top tips for Cairo mothers, who want to look their best yet, stay trendy?

A key factor here is confidence and to be herself, nothing beats that! I also recommend selecting colours that complement their skin tone, cuts that flatter their body, and most importantly look for practicality, comfort& uniqueness.

What are the biggest faux pas pregnant women do in Egypt when it comes to fashion?

Going a size up when buying regular clothes or resorting to their old wardrobe, which end up ill-fitting in both cases plus, sticking to basic dark colours instead of embracing their pregnancy glow; go for colours that complement your skin tone.

When are you launching your Spring/ Summer collection for 2016?

We are launching very soon at the beginning of the season.

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RALPH LAUREN

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A new twist from the off shoulder top we all saw last spring, halter neck dresses are the perfect choice for a summer dress.

HALTER NECK CHIC

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Wear it in day light as seen at Ralph Lauren Derek Lam, ADEAM, or add a more glamorous touch like Givenchy and Jason Wu, but if you want to master the trend and add a gipsy touch then, Proenza Schouler would be your ideal choice, Amira Tharwat brought you the trend as seen on the runway for this spring.

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There is nothing more simple yet, sexy than putting on a plain white shirt specially when it receives a designer’s makeover, find your inspiration as white shirts are big news this season whether they are girly as seen at Monse and Issa, or Victorian as in Fendi and Sportmax, find your inspiration.

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Clarins timeless lipstick, reinvented. Smooth, sensual and long-wearing, Joli Rouge and its new moisture-enriched formula comes in a wide array of beautiful, lipenhancing shades… for lips that look and feel beautiful. An irresistibly pretty mouth is carefully crafted. High in colour, a savvy blend of shimmer, colour pigments and high-shine ingredients deliver perfect results each and every time. Every shade of Joli Rouge conveys an intensely luminous effect. Six hours of continuous moisture and wear, Joli Rouge’s luminous effect is even noticeable in neutral shades. The ultramoisturizing formula was enriched with organic marsh samphire extract and mango oil to promote softer, smoother, fuller-looking lips. Nourishing and protective, Joli Rouge simply takes good care of your lips.

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ROJA DOVE UNVEILS ‘PARFUMS DE LA NUIT’

Master Perfumer, Roja Dove has created three alluring elixirs that weave their own magical spells, as night falls.

The rich, oriental fragrances inspired by the after-dark feature a plethora of luxurious ingredients that demand attention. Each bottle nestles on an extravagant bed of silk crêpe-de-Chine, glowing seductively against the black lacquer casket which houses each creation.

LA PRAIRIE SKIN CAVIAR LUXE CREAM

Now, women’s needs and desires for textural choice have inspired La Prairie to create a beautiful new addition to the Skin Caviar Collection with Skin Caviar Luxe Cream Sheer. The lavish lifting ability of Luxe is now available in two distinct forms – Cream and Sheer – identical in effectiveness, individual in texture. The revolutionary “Luxe Cream” formula is enriched with a nourishing, firming complex that stimulates the production of collagen, as it prevents further loss.

SALLY HANSEN COMPLETE SALON MANICURE NAIL POLISH SETS THE TREND

Fresh from New York Fashion Week are six new limited-edition Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure nail polish shades created in collaboration with sought-after fashion designers Rodarte, TracyReese, PrabalGurung, and MishaNonoo. The Complete Salon Manicure offers 7 benefits in 1 bottle, including a built in base and top coat, allowing you to skip the salon without sacrificing the results. Choose from catwalk-ready lineup of high-impact shades. These custom runway-inspired hues blend on-trend colours with an expert-quality formula and flawless-finish brush for salon-caliber results.

Complete with chip-resistant strength, glossy, gel shine finish and nourishing benefits: it’s everything you need to achieve a professional nail look at home.

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DECIDING ON HAVING A BABY

aking the decision to get pregnant is not an easy decision of course; you have to consider sacrificing some things in your life as well as changing your lifestyle. But when is the right time to have a baby, if there is a right time? And are you ready to be a parent? Well, the right time is more of a personal judgment, which differs from a person to another. Yet, there are common factors that you need to consider, and so, Sherouk Nafie brings you the most important factors that might affect your decision on having a baby‌

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Again, there is no such a thing that guarantees the right time, but there are factors that can affect your decision, and many key considerations as well. The first thing you need to consider before anything else is your relationship with your partner.

Meaning, if you both are having some troubles in your relationship don’t mistakenly assume that having a child will fix your relationship problems and bring you closer.

On the contrary, having a baby when you can’t fix your relationship can widen the gap between you both and create other problems that you didn’t think of. Children need safe environment to be well raised, they need a loving mother & father, they need to grow up believing that the world is a good place and they have the best parents, Don’t ever bring a baby growing up wishing he did not exist.

So first, work on your relationship if you are having any troubles and make the decision with your partner because you both should be ready for this. You being ready doesn’t mean that your partner is ready too. And it works the other way as well, meaning if he is ready and you are not then, it is still not the right time. Don’t bring a baby complimenting your partner just because you don’t want him to be upset. There are no compliments in such a decision.

You need to ask yourself why you are choosing to have a child. You need to make

sure that you are not just filling a gap or choosing to have a child because you don’t have anything else to do. You also need to make sure that you are postponing your core goals whether they are educational, career or social goals to have a child because you won’t find the time to do that afterwards, at least for a long period of time.

Age has something to do with such decision, there’s no escape from the fact that biologically your chances are higher to have a baby before 40 yet, that can’t be the only factor that would bless your step, some people are ready at their 20’s while others might still not be at 50. Also, the cost of having baby is increasing every day as the prices are increasing; a baby brings new financial responsibilities and stressors.

You need to have a stable job with a fixed income before you consider having a baby otherwise you’d be making a mistake if you bring a baby whom you can’t feed or raise well.

You may need to ask yourself, are you ready for child care? And since we came into this make sure you know that child care includes physical, emotional, mental & financial care.

Are you ready to work on yourself to raise a good child? Ready for giving this child your money, your heart & mind equally?

Your career as a mother should be considered too, how much do you love

your career? Are you willing to give up your career to be a mother? Of course, you shouldn’t quit your career to be a mother, but you need to think about whether or not you will be able to keep up with your job with the same performance and still take care of your child and do your duties and responsibilities towards him. Ask yourself what if your child needs more time than you are giving him or you will give him, will you be satisfied and happy to do that? Be honest to yourself.

Speaking of relationships involved in such a decision, please don’t listen to anyone saying that “it’s been a year you should have a baby,” or “I think it’s about time,” don’t let your mother, your best friend or anyone affect your decision, nobody is on your shoes or living your life. This is only yours and your partners’ to decide.

Once you have a baby, he’s not going anywhere for a decade, the sleepless nights and empty wallets are blessings in disguise for some and curse for others. Which one are you? Well, babies are the best gift on this earth, yes there are things that you should consider when thinking about having a baby, and last but not least, you should also consider that raising a baby is the holiest and the most difficult task a human being can do, if you’re willing to take the responsibility, make your children proud and raise a child that you’d be proud of.

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eople say kids are reflections of who you are, and raising a child nowadays has become more and more difficult than before. If you are uncertain about your way of raising your children, take this quiz to determine what kind of kid you are raising..

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You can truthfully say, “I’d be a millionaire if only I could bottle and sell my child’s ...”

Optimism.

Persistence.

Kindness.

Confidence.

Your son keeps you up until 2 a.m. the night before his school’s science project because Though he’s been talking for days about his great plans, he casually mentions over dinner that he hasn’t actually started his project yet.

He refuses to go to bed until you help him make sure that each planet in his model of the solar system is exact to scale.

He spent so much time helping his best friend finish his project that he’s starting his own late.

He’s willing to sacrifice sleep in order to be sure his complicated and innovative project is better than anyone else’s.

Your daughter comes home from school crying because A boy laughed after school by mimicking her enthusiastic running during sports class.

Despite carefully following all her teacher’s detailed directions, she received a C on her art project.

She watched another child being mercilessly teased on the bus ride home and was unable to stop the bullies from picking on that classmate.

She lost her basketball competition against her class mate.

When your child’s teacher tells you how much she enjoys having your son in class, it is most likely because He’s creative, cheerful, and comes up with great new ideas.

He doesn’t quit but keeps working on a

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and does everything he can to please his teachers.

He catches on to material quickly and enjoys teaching other kids what he knows.

At age four, your child likes playing in kids’ area at the club because It is the best place to find a new friend to play with or someone else to talk to.

He loves to find his way into the big castle.

He can see you sitting on the nearby bench at all times and knows you’ll step in to help if an older child tries to steal his toys.

He has a captive audience and can tell everyone else how to go into the castle.

Your child’s excuse for not cleaning her room is that She wants to tell you all about your neighbor’s new puppy first.

There’s nothing to clean. You walk in her room and find out she’s right: Everything is already clean and neatly organized.

She’s unsure where to start.

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you start cleaning the rest of the house.

When you ask your child whether he’d like to return to your family’s favourite vacation spot or take a sightseeing tour to New York City this summer, he says New York City! Maybe he’ll actually run into celebrities when your family walks down Broadway. In fact, maybe one of them will even invite him to a casting call!

He’d prefer returning to the same resort, where he knows the schedule and what to expect each day of the week.

Your family’s traditional spot; it holds warm memories for him.

New York City. It will be a new adventure, and he can already tell you the four sites your family must not miss.

Other people are always remarking on your child’s Energy and enthusiasm.

Attention to detail.

Thoughtfulness.

Leadership ability.

Results Mostly As

Your child is a sanguine and primarily interested in being with other people and having fun.

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Your child is probably a melancholy who wants to get things just right.

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Your child is most likely a phlegmatic who cares deeply about others’ feelings.

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Your child is probably a choleric who values adventure and being the leader.

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HOW DID YOU RECEIVE

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MOSTAFA TAREK

When my wife told me the good news, I couldn’t believe it, actually, I was about to cry out of joy, it is a moment I’ve always wished and waited for, now the dream came true and I have the most adorable baby boy in the world.

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eing a mom is every girls dream and we all know how it feels, but does being a dad is as exciting?

This month paying tribute to all the dads out there, Lounge asks some of its readers about how they reacted when they knew about their wife’s pregnancy?

MOSTAFA EL HADIDY

I asked myself deeply if I would be able to protect and provide for my family? When a first child arrives things change, and a sudden temporary shift from two incomes for two people to one income for three takes place. And that’s a tough burden to carry in today’s world, a father has to be stronger and more patient.

He has to provide support not just financially, but also emotionally, his partner will need his help, she’ll be undergoing dramatic emotional shifts, and he has to be ready for her to lean on him.

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TARIK THARWAT

KARIM SHABAN

Actually, I was not in town when my wife told me about the happy news and was supposed to return back home after two days, so when I knew the good news I told her I will be back in a week as no one knows when I will be able to travel again.

Actually, I was expecting this. But, when I knew I had mixed feelings because imagining or expecting is something and to face the fact is something else.

Definitely, I was happy because the time came when you get to move on further stage of your life.

And, I wished to be ready for this great and lovely responsibility.

WALEED WAFA

Being a Dad for the first time is like you getting reborn. When I saw the baby I felt like winning trillion dollars. I learned to be more careful in life now, and I’ve really grown up since I became a dad.

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mira Tharwat talks to TV personality Mona Abdel Wahab the host of the most controversial and talked about TV show ‘Mosarha Hora’. Mona reveals all about behind the scenes of the show, her relationship with her mother and her coming TV show on Al Nahar TV channel.

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Tell us more about you…

I’m graduated from international academy for media sciences, RTV. Born in April 6th so I’m an Aries. I’m single long years ago having some short period trials and errors from time to time.

How did your journey in the media begin?

My first show ‘Al Hokm Baad El Mozawla’ Was there any family member rejecting the idea?

I am the first person in my family to work in media entertainment. My family’s interests lie elsewhere, away from arts and media. They are very conservative, but as I became more self-reliant I pulled away from that disciplined way of life.

How did the idea of your most talked about TV show ‘Mosarha Hora’ came about?

I was looking for a harsh talk format with a gaming side and wanted to focus on celebrities more than public figures so we came up with idea of Mosarha Hora, AbdelHameed Al-Esh created the idea ‘turns and name’ and I worked on the segments identity with Saliee Waly.

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Who were the guests that shocked you the most?

Asala Nasry surprised me with her character and impressed me with her honesty. Nedal and Reham were shocking.

You had a fight with Nedal Ahmadia during shooting the show, are you still not on good terms?

I still refuse to answer her accusations.

I respect myself enough not to throw accusations back and forth.

Some viewers criticize this kind of spicy TV shows claiming that these shows are aggressive and are offensive to celebrities, how do you respond to that?

Our culture plays a big part in our concern for what is causing a buzz nowadays. Crossing the line is unusual in our culture but people are interested in unusual stuff.

Tell us more about your coming TV show on Al Nahar TV channel?

It’s a social entertainment show that I always dreamed of doing. The show will specialize in promoting health, education, and a dignified life for all. The show will work on solving the issues at their source by volunteering and donating to eliminate the issues that affect large groups of people. The show will also be for entertainment purposes, it will be positive, cheerful without all the drama of the painful reality.

When is it coming out?

It’s going to be aired first of April.

Being in the field, what do you think of the crises Reham Saeed caused recently?

Of course I disagree with what happened to the ‘girl of the mall’ but i also believe that we all make mistakes to learn and she is now paying off so we shouldn’t be that heartless towards her.

Who are the media figures you trust and respect the most?

Wafaa Al Kilany is my favorite TV anchor and I respect Yousry Fouda and I trust Sherif Amer.

Did you ever consider acting?

My friend Mostafa Shaaban convinced me to take on a small role on Doctor Nesa, and through this experience I realized that I don’t want to be an actress. I don’t think I will ever become a full-time actress. An actress’ attributes should not only be limited to her beauty, because acting is a creative process

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that requires talent, so the role of beauty is less important. I’m passionate about my job as a media personality and I’m not currently looking for another career path.

What is your favourite perfume and who is your favourite fashion designers?

I have a lot of favorites when it comes to perfumes because it reflects my mood, also, I can’t resist many fashion designers like Brunello Cucinelli, Stella McCartney, D&G, Dsquared shirts, Diesel jeans, a lot of Versace stuff and I’m a Cavalli lover and I trust Chanel the most in nail polish and lipstick quality and colors, and you can count me crazy about Cartier jewelry and Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.

Are you as tough in real life as you appear in your shows?

Not really, I have a very soft and very childish sides and a very kind heart but I honestly believe the toughness is also part of my character. (hal Tagro2) would you dare confessing if you did plastic surgeries or not? ‘naam agro2’ I’ve never done any kind of plastic surgeries until this moment.

How is your relationship with your mother?

My mother is my best friend and I’m so attached to her emotionally, spiritually but never mentally because she is so pure and kind and I think I’m more experienced and sharper.

What kind of mother you think you will be?

I’ve never thought about that maybe because it’s not one of my priorities but I’m sure my regulations are so different.

When Nedal Ahmadia called you ‘madam’ you corrected her right away that you are not married yet, are you postponing the step?

No I’m not postponing marriage but i didn’t find my partner yet and i don’t believe in commitments just for marriage and to have kids, I’m keen to find my perfect match.

Describe your prince charming…

Oh, he is so unique, attractive and elegant, has the free spirit and brains, specialized in a specific career and appreciates my career, accepting my character as it is and respects my life journey. We have to be best friends, soul mates and lovers, he has to be able to break free and has to be a life lover as well.

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Dr . Ingy Hashad PhD of Biochemistry, German University in Cairo.

HealthCare Nutritionist, American University in Cairo

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ne of the biggest resolutions that we make is losing weight or adopting a healthy lifestyle, but seeing a piece of chocolate or a nutella jar is far tempting to keep our promises, this month Dr. Ingy Hashad brought us all what we need to know about sugar craving, the reasons behind it and how to control it.

WHAT DOES ITS CRAVING STANDS FOR: It is important to realize that craving is not as hunger. It is not your body calling for energy.

It is actually your brain calling for something that releases a lot of dopamine in the reward system.

Causes of sugar carving: (sweet tooth) 1. Adrenaline Overload:

If you are under stress, your adrenal gland secretes the stress hormone adrenaline and cortisol which in turn pushes you to crave more and more sugar .

2. Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS):

Common sense indicates that it must be somehow linked to the fluctuating levels of female hormones experienced after ovulation. This can cause sugar craving to soar leaving you tired and irritable.

As the hormone level changes, the body attempts to raise the level of the feel- good hormone called ‘Serotonin ‘ and since the

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sugar triggers serotonin release, thus this will cause you to crave more sugar .

3. Failure of Thyroid Gland:

An underactive thyroid gland leads to fatigue and tension of muscle not getting the enough energy you need to function, thus you try to overcome this feeling by shifting to sugars.

4. Protein Factor:

Proteins give you a strong feeling of satiety, so lack of proteins will halt the brain chemicals to let you crave food even if you are not hungry.

5. Simple Sugars:

Eating a lot of simple sugars (like candies and chocolate bars) instead of complex ones (like whole grains) will lead to sudden rise in insulin level in blood which will cause you to crave more sugars.

HOW TO GET OVER SUGAR CRAVING:

• Avoid excess stress.

• Do not starve yourself and eat regularly by having snacks in between the main meals.

• Eat more proteins to promote satiety.

• Drink around 8 cups of water all through the day as dehydration promotes craving.

• Give in a little; by eating a bit of what you are craving for like having a small cookie every now and then.

• Skip artificial sweeteners. They do not do any good in getting over this problem.

• Boost your serotonin by making exercise on daily basis and having the right sleep schedule.

• Avoid processed food.

• Keep your blood sugar stable by taking complex sugars like quinoa and whole grain wheat.

• Finally always remember this!‘’From food addiction to food serenity, freedom tastes great‘’

Clinic: clinic: 21 El Mansour Mohammad, off 26 July street, Zamalek

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SAMIA ALLOUBA

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hen we talk about the gym and exercising, we have to talk about one of the pioneers in Egypt who introduces gym to Cairo streets and participated in encouraging Egyptians to adopt sports as part of their daily routine, Samia Allouba. This month Amira Tharwat spoke to Allouba after opening her latest branch in 6th October about her tips when hitting the gym and correcting the myths that spread about exercising.

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You are one of the founders of gyms in Egypt, what distinguishes your fitness centers from any other one in Egypt?

It is run by an owner who herself is very much into fitness and is constantly updated in this field. That it is owned by a family who cares to spread well-being lifestyle of all ages and classes in the society. That it started out of love for movement and not based on a business plan. That all main staff share the same feeling towards fitness and share the same love of spreading wellness in our society. Our centers offer activities for the whole family; and therefore, it is conveying the family security feeling.

What are the most famous myths regarding exercising at the gym?

The most famous myths spread about exercising at the gym or exercising generally is that if you engage in a fitness program and you build muscles and lose weight, once you stop your skin becomes flabby and you gain more weight. Another myth that is spread among women is that once you use resistance training you will build muscles like a man!

What are your tips for a beginner who has never been to a gym before?

My tips to a person who has never exercised before is to start right away by going to a professional place that is not purely commercial and to seek help from professionals insisting on engaging in a progressive program, and not to listen to anyone who pushes one too hard and make him feel that he/she is being tortured. Build muscles by moving gradually, and increase your visits frequency and time gradually. It is totally fine to start with 1/2 hour 2 or 3 times a week, then increase gradually. Chose

the type of activities you like so that you get motivated, set reasonable goals for yourself, and learn that exercising is a life style that should be kept forever as a preventive tool.

Are you pro or against taking pills or supplements?

I am against taking pills or supplements unless it is necessary. In some extreme cases pills and supplements are recommended by doctors. Also, there are some harmless supplements that if taken the right way can help one reach a certain goal so again, as long as it is administered under professional supervision.

What are your favourite trainings for reshaping a woman’s body?

My favourite training program to reshape a woman’s body is a variety program that includes, cardiovascular training to strengthen the lumps and heart, a strength program using some resistance tools to build some healthy muscles and to help the thickening of the bones in order to avoid Osteoporosis, and flexibility exercises to increase the range of motion and help decreasing the rate of injuries. This brings us to Aerobics, Sculpting and toning, Pilates and Yoga.

Could practicing regularly and maintaining a healthy life style get rid of belly fat completely or there must be surgical interference?

Eating right and exercising regularly could help get rid of stomach fat totally unless the percentage of fat is too high, and I mean extremely high. Burning fat needs patience and control so, step by step one gets there.

After pregnancy what are the best training for getting the body back in shape?

After pregnancy getting in shape needs the same tips of logical training and patience. After doctor’s clearance one should engage in a well-rounded program that is progressive and not too harsh in order to keep one’s energy for taking care of the newborn.

What would you like to tell people who want to take the step and go to the gym, but keep postponing?

I would encourage anyone who wants to and who did not think of going to the gym to speed up and rush, they do not know what they are missing! Exercising is known to be the best moral booster and healer. The longer time one invests in his wellbeing the better results one collects.

Is there a certain age for a person to start?

No limit to the age one can start exercising.

Some people start in their 80’s!

Are there certain diseases that patients should consult their doctor before going to the gym?

Every person must have a physical check up before engaging in any exercising. This helps one to know what type of program should one follow. There is a program almost for each case.

Can the gym help skinny people gain weight?

I would say working out in general can help anyone: obese and skinny people. If you notice working out is not limited to the gym room, some people would think that gym means machines and gym room, here we are talking about gyms that have a gym room and studios and other spaces where one practices different forms of exercising.

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he spends her days engaged in paperwork, emails and future plans. Few years ago, the idea of occupying this particular office never occurred to her; however, today she is an example of unstoppable women that seek innovation and perfection in each challenge they take.Sara Kasrawy is a member of Kasrawy family’s second generation in the field of automotive and real-estate. Nonetheless, despite her young age and novelty to business, her latest project is set to be a turning point in the history of local medical and shopping complexes.

SARA KASRAWY

A Woman On The Helm Of Egypt’s Top Automotive And Real-Estate Empire Growing up, did you always fancy taking part in your father’s empire?

Never! I have always dreamt of founding my own advertising agency; even in college I majored in integrated marketing. However, during my third year of college, my father got very sick and both my older brother and I decided to help him with the family business.

Every week, I kept promising myself that I will not stay longer. Nonetheless, here I am years later. Somehow, this industry was quite a desirable challenge for me. My father has been one of the leading automotive distributers for years; however, my brother and I had the vision to capitalize and become sole agents. Up until this day, I do not get technically involved in automotive; my job is more inclined with marketing,

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something that I have always been passionate about.

Out of your father’s diverse projects, which one is the dearest to your heart?

Real-estate is not one of the businesses that my father started his career with; yet, it is the closest to my heart. The Twin Towers and Rivulet, which are the biggest real-estate complexes we have ever implemented, are my favorite projects. I currently aim to expand further in this genre.

What is your favorite part about this business?

I like the notion of witnessing the development of something out of complete nothing. The Twin Towers were inaugurated right before the revolution; however, due to the political events the official opening got delayed

for over three years. This delay made us negotiate and further develop its structure many times during the building process. At the end, we decided to divide it in order to present a cohesive and unique experience.

What I am really keen on is the extraordinary factor; we have the best quality of medical centers, retail brands and eateries.

Regardless of the initial obstacles, the medical section, including all of the clinics, was sold in no time; we still receive endless requests until this very day.

Women do not usually prefer this business, what kind of obstacles have you encountered along your career?

I personally believe that jobs and careers should never be segmented based on genders; a woman can excel in any business, as long as she is deeply passionate about it. On the other hand, each company’s structure is what makes a job either systematic or overly complicated. When I first joined the company, I wanted to leave because I was not into automotive; my own personal preference was the major obstacle. Yet, the challenge of learning something new and mastering a business that was completely unknown to me is what keeps me motivated.

What do you aim to add to Kasrawy group?

I would love to turn it into a family business that can venture into different fields such as retail, real-estate, etc. Meanwhile, I want to sustain the entity’s quality and leading position in the market.

Tell me more about Twin Tower and Rivulet.

This project is set to become one of Sheikh Zayed’s most prominent complexes due to the premium location as well as the diversity edge. There are various competitors; but, we are located on the main road. Meanwhile, our prime edge is the wide variety between medical and retail services. Twin Towers harbor the best doctors in each specialty; furthermore, the facility itself reflects the complex’s high quality and premium architecture. We were keen to meet the highest standards in order to position our name in this new field. On the other hand, Rivulet’s tenants were chosen carefully in order to gather the best of all worlds.

We also have several future ideas in mind to keep the place engaging and attracting as a destination in itself. We do not want people to visit Rivulet for the tenants solely; but, for the overall experience and atmosphere.

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ue to the stressful life we live in today, many people use anti-depressants and mood stabilizers like Xanax, Prozac, Zoloft and many more. Did you know that you can actually take anti-depressants from food? Yes, some food stimulates happy hormones in your body and act like anti-depressants. Lounge brings you different types of food and their effect on your body as ‘happy’ stimulants..

Foods

That Act as Anti-Depressants

SPINACH

DARK CHOCOLATE

Spinach contains Phenylethylamine, an organic compound that is also a name of a class of chemicals that are known as psychoactive drugs and stimulants, which releases Dopamine and Norepinephrine; chemicals used as anti depressants and stimulate happy, pleasurable and rewarding senses in the brain. Dopamine is also the neurotransmitter released when you get a pleasurable high from cocaine. Spinach is also known for the amount of Magnesium it contains, which helps boost your energy through your body.

Dark chocolate helps to reduce stress levels in the brain as it contains Serotonin, Endorphin and Dopamine, which are great hormones for the mollifying of stress level in the brain. It also enhances nervous and hormonal system function.

AVOCADO

Like asparagus, avocado contains Serotonin, a feel-good neurotransmitter. It is also extremely healthy and benefits your hair, skin and nails.

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EGGS

Eggs contain Tryptophan, the happy hormones boosters. They also contain Choline, a mandatory nutrient that aids in increasing your mental sharpness and positive attitude.

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TOMATOES

Besides the fact that they taste very good, cherry tomatoes can also ward off depression. Tomatoes contain Lycopene, which has antioxidants that are responsible for enhancing your mood.

ASPARAGUS

Asparagus contains Serotonin, a “happy hormone” that controls your mood, emotions, and sleep. These hormones can be processed effectively by in taking Tryptophan, which can also be found in asparagus.

Honey is known to be high in Tryptophan, which helps to reduce anxiety and relax the nerve. It is also known to be rich in potassium, which has a soothing relieve on the brain and also the body.

Potassium helps to fight off stress hormones in the body and acids to relax the nervous system.

TEA

Many people don’t know that tea relaxes the body and mind. All types of tea have the ability to produce relaxing hormones that will help the brain to relax. Green tea is known to contain Flavonoids: Apigenin and Chrysin, which act as sedatives in the body of its subjects.

CASHEWS

WARM MILK

Milk is an excellent example of calcium-rich foods.

Warm milk is known to contain Tryptophan, a compound which helps in the production of Serotonin, which is known to induce a feeling of pleasure along with helping in sleep.

Two handfuls of cashews is the therapeutic equivalent of a prescription dose of Prozac.

Tryptophan, an amino acid found in cashews, is converted to serotonin, and can help to boost serotonin levels in the brain, staving off depression. The high levels of magnesium and vitamin B6 found in cashews may also help to stabilize mood.

TURKEY

BANANAS

Bananas are loaded with potassium and magnesium, known natural muscle relaxants, which encourage the body to relax. They also contain Tryptophan, which promotes serotonin release in the brain.

Turkey is packed full of Tryptophan that promotes Serotonin, the happy hormone. Tryptophan also helps you sleep and studies have shown a link between sleep deprivation and depression.

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AMIRA ABADIR INTERIOR

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How do you manage practicality with fun?

The most important thing for Ikea when it comes to kids products is to make him depend on himself and work on the kid’s development. We pay in mind the activities that he would love to be engaged in like reading and drawing, and our task is to provide him with the equipments that would help him develop those talents. For instance, we have a small kitchen for kids or boards that would inspire them to play teachers.

Ikea in general combines quality with low price, how do you manage that?

Challenging as it may sounds, but we never sacrifice the quality for the price, we always make our best to find the best quality yet, with the most challenging price.

Quality comes as our first priority then, safety and price come at the end.

What inspires you when you design?

Mainly, we think like a baby, most designers don’t put this in mind. We put ourselves in the baby’s shoes, we think what would be fun to do. Moms

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nowing the good news that you are expecting is always followed by preparations, and besides the clothes and delivery bag you think of the baby’s room, it’s colour decorations and furniture, this month Amira Tharwat talks to Amira Abadir, Interior Designer Manager, about the unique children range at IKEA and how they managed practicality, safety and fun at the same time.

sometimes choose things according to their own perspective not the kid’s one. For instance, the toys that are hanging from the baby’s crib are in most of the stores looking forward if the stuffed animals have eyes, in IKEA, we design it to look downwards because that is the angel the baby sees the toy from in order for him to interact and play with.

When it comes to kids safety is a priority, how do you manage that?

We have the 0 tolerance theory, which we apply on the product designed for kids from 0 to 8 years old. All the items in the room must be designed for babies even the lamps and mirrors as they must be plastic. The paints don’t contain chemicals that might affect his health. Also, there are no edges for the children tables or beds to avoid any danger if the baby falls, all that plus, having the safety items to protect the child, the gate to prevent him from going to the balcony and the covers of the electricity switches with affordable prices.

What are IKEA’s must haves when it comes to the children range?

Honestly, all the children range because

most of the pieces are designed to be multifunctional, for example, our desks can be altered after the kid grows older to be a sofa.

Also, our STUVA storage units are a must have because you can arrange it to take from one meter to three meters depending on the space you have.

What is your advice to a couple who are expecting their first baby and visiting IKEA for shopping?

To start step by step, firstly the basics, buy the crib and the wardrobe, the room should develop with the baby and the furniture should grow as the baby grows, we have our extended beds from 4 to 12 years old.

Also, before coming they must have the layout and the dimensions of the room and know exactly what they need, better to make a list of the things they need before coming and have the sizes of the room. That is actually why we have the tools here in the store to be able to take the dimensions of the pieces and compare it to the space you have at home to make sure it will fit in the space also, the length of the curtains and better to know the gender of the baby before coming (smiles).

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brand news Superstar Yousra announced UNAIDS Goodwill Ambassador at Cairo Marriott

Indian Theme Nights At Dusit Thani Lakeview Cairo

Dusit Thani Lakeview Cairo announces the latest addition to its themed nights, the Indian night; where chef Kala, hailing from Dehradun in Northern India, is bringing with him the different tastes of India to Branzino restaurant.

Chef Kala prepares extraordinary Indian culinary experience every Sunday for dinner.

Branzino is an international cuisine restaurant where it brings the continents to one place. Joining the Egyptian, Lebanese and Italian nights, now great spices of India are available every Sunday at Branzino restaurant in Dusit Thani Lakeview Cairo.

City Centre Alexandria Hosts its Annual Tenant Event in Celebration of the New Year

City Centre Alexandria recently celebrated the new year with its tenants, in its annual tradition to mark their longstanding partnership of bringing the best shopping experiences to the city of Alexandria. Hosted by Mostafa Kholeif, Mall Manager, the event was attended by the famous singer Dolly Shaheen, who joined the mall’s team and tenants in celebrating a successful 2015, and welcoming a promising 2016. To make the evening even more special, the mall organized a draw towards the end of the celebration, rewarding three lucky tenants with state-of-theart laptops. For media inquiries, please contact: Engy Emad: engy.emad@traccs.netor Mariam El Sayed: mariam. elsayed@traccs.net. Phone: +202 3304 6860

Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa Hosts International Pianist during the Egyptian-Chinese Celebrations held in the Historical City

Hilton Luxor Resort & Spa was the hotel of choice for the stay of the international pianist Lang Lang, who visited the historical city as part of the recent tour hosted by the Egyptian government for the Chinese delegation, led by President Xi Jinping. The visit included a massive celebration to mark 2016 as the Egyptian-Chinese cultural year and the 60th anniversary of Egyptian-Chinese diplomatic relations. Held on Thursday, 21 January, at Luxor Temple, the grand scale performance included around 500 renowned artists from both countries, including Lang Lang who played the fourth movement of Yellow River, the piano concerto based on the renowned Chinese composer Xian Xinghai›s Yellow River Cantata.

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The Cairo Marriott hotel was honored to be the selected venue for the UNAIDS event announcing superstar Yousra as UNAIDS Regional Goodwill Ambassador for the Middle East and North Africa. UNAIDS partnered with United Nations, 11 UN organizations, a secretariat and wide range of stakeholders pushing all their efforts towards ending AIDS and HIV. Aiming to end the AIDS epidemic as a public health threat by 2030 globally, UNAIDS sets out critical actions over the next five years to ‘Fast Track’ the AIDS response. The selection of Yousra for such a great role was due to the strong belief in her talent, charisma and ability to touch millions of people with her message, and to raise awareness about stigma, discrimination, women empowerment and the importance of leaving no one behind.

GB Ghabbour Auto Exclusive Distributor of Chery in Egypt after a Tripartite Agreement with Chery International of China and Aboul Fotouh Automotive (AF Automotive)

The Egyptian Automotive market needs constant development and studies on the customers’ needs, therefore GB Ghabbour Auto was always keen throughout its History, which spans to more than 70 years of experience as a leading automotive assembler and distributor, on cooperating with the leading automakers around the world such as Hyundai, Mazda and GeelyEmgrand, which contributed to the diversity of the services and excellence it offers in the Egyptian market, and made it easier to build strong and lasting relationships with its customers based on trust and respect. With a vision of expanding its business, increasing its market share, and gaining & serving a higher number of customers, GB Ghabbour Auto recently added “Chery” to its brand portfolio after a tripartite cooperation agreement with Aboul Fotouh Automotive of Egypt and Chery International of China.

Huawei Launches New Smartphone Mate 8 and Huawei Watch in the North African Region

Huawei Consumer revealed its latest revolutionary smartphone Huawei Mate 8 in the Egyptian market for the first time in North Africa in a huge ceremony at the Giza Pyramids specifically at the Light and Sound zone. The ceremony was held with the participation of the biggest distributors, dealers, and company officials in North Africa Huawei is also launching the Huawei Watch, the first smartwatch in the Huawei wearable devices family to expand the line of premium products.

Featuring the most powerful chipset, a high-capacity battery and stylish design – including a unique mocha brown color option – the Huawei Mate 8 is the ideal smartphone for today’s on-the-go professional.

The Mate 8 is designed from the ground up for productivity and its hardware and software have been fine-tuned to provide an elegant, efficient experience.

Amr El Backly Promoted to Area Director of Finance & Business Support for InterContinental Hotels Group Africa

Simon W. Stamper Director of Operations, Africa & Area General Manager InterContinental Hotels Group Cairo Citystars has announced the promotion of Amr El Backly to the position of Area Director of Finance & Business Support for InterContinental Hotels Group, Africa. Amr joined InterContinental Hotels Group in 2012 as the Director of Finance and Business Support, Egypt. He has more than 28 years of experience combining his deep strategic business acumen and financial background to produce significant bottom line results. He has worked with some of the world’s largest hotels in Africa and the Middle East, leading finance transformation initiatives and specializing in finance strategy and operations within financial services and hospitality industry.

Le Méridien Cairo Airport: 1st Place on Booking.com

Le Méridien Cairo Airport is proud to announce that it has won First Place on Booking. com for the hotel with the Best Guest Reviews in 2015.

The hotel has the highest ratings in Egypt, submitted by hotel guests and residents. Atef Wilson the General Manager of Le Meridien Cairo Airport received the Award last week from booking.com and celebrated this great achievement with all his team for a great job &, took this opportunity to thank all guests and visitors for taking the time and for being honest ensuring that they took each review to heart. He also addressed his speech to thank all leisure and business travelers, celebrities, politicians, families, artists, backpackers, influencers, and anyone who has set foot in the hotel while on their way to new destinations and stressed that the future remains bright with them all around. At the end Wilson hoped to always deliver up to everyone’s expectations.

Pamper your mom at Sonesta Hotel, Tower & Casino - Cairo

Mothers are the moon that shines our lives; indulge her in her special day at the Italian restaurant “La Gondola” while we will help you to say Thank You to the most passionate person in your life, by creating the inspiring ambiance with a special red rose and complimentary cake for her. Indulge her in the Lebanese way at our famous “Baalbak” Restaurant while enjoying the oriental live entertainment.How about a cup of an afternoon tea along with one of her favorite irresistible freshly baked dessert from our Fauchon - Salon de Thé. Treat her to a day of luxurious spa treatments at Bien Vivre. Go ahead and spoil your mum. She deserves it! For reservation or more information please call 22641.111 .202+ ext. 302 – 301 Sonesta.com

Mother’s day offerings at the JW Marriott Cairo

Get your mom out of the stress, load and worries in her life and give her a special treatment on her day, full of just relaxation, comfort and joy at Mandara Spa at JW Marriott Cairo. She will get pampered with our spa package of 30 Minutes body scrub of her choice, 30 minutes facial, 50 minutes Swedish or Aromatic Massage refreshment in the spa relaxation area for LE 1,100.

You can also grab your family to celebrate with her the day in our Mirage Café, you pay for 3 and Mum is for free. If your Mum adores chocolate, don’t let her miss the chance of tasting our chocolate fondue Indulgence that will change her mood and don’t worry its available throughout April.

Show your mum unconditional love and appreciation at Renaissance Cairo

Your mother is the family’s backbone, so don’t miss the chance to have a thankful family dinner to her at Chinoix and enjoy our Chinese Family-style menu where mums can dine on us.

On this day Citron is offering you and your family a family-style menu to share together and have nothing but enjoyment of food and fun. You can also pass

by En Passant and choose from our most unique Mother’s day cake just for your Mum.

Starwood Preferred Guest® and Uber Rev Up Rewards

by Bringing Their OneOf-A-Kind Partnership to Egypt

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) and Uber have put travelers on the fast track to valuable rewards with their global partnership launched last February. The company announced the extension of this partnership to Egypt which gives Starwood Preferred Guest® (SPG®) members who ride with Uber the opportunity to earn coveted Starpoints during any Uber ride, anywhere worldwide.

With this partnership, Starwood and Uber are enhancing the guest travel experience by ushering in the next generation in travel rewards.

Now earning coveted Starpoints is as easy as requesting an Uber.

After linking existing SPG and Uber accounts at spg.com/uber and completing one qualifying stay in the calendar year at any Starwood hotel worldwide, SPG members using Uber can simply sit back and enjoy the ride—during their stay or every day—while watching their points rack up. All SPG members will earnone Starpoint for every 1$ USD spent on Uber rides—with bonus earning awarded while in-stay.

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Capricorn Dec.23 - Jan.20 In your love life, the first part of March 2016 (up until the 12th) puts rationality and practically first, leaving less room for passion.

During this term, you tend to look at feelings via value, security, money. It could also be that you and your partner have a common interest in finances: earnings, acquisitions, resolving some material issues. The second part of the month is also pretty cerebral, but still leaves room for a breeze of romance. It’s stimulated by travels and communication. Conversations and correspondence could have a triggering or aphrodisiac effect on your love life. Also during the second part of March 2016, an event can take place, which ties together your relational preoccupations with home or family. Until March 12, you have the opportunity of generously rewarded labor, of greater than usual earnings or other material gains that follow professional status or prestige. This month you should take care of yourself for a few months to come, heighten your vigilance, and do whatever you can to build up your body’s defenses.

Aquarius

Eva Longoria, March 15, 1975

Jan.21 - Feb.19 Until March 12 2016 enjoy the magical days! Love is in the air, your seduction skills are at their greatest, and harmony reigns in your love life. The 12-20 March interval is not bad either, not just romance, but values, assets, money. So however heartening the romance may be, your watchful eye is focused on the material, through which you make certain evaluations or share the interest for with your partner.

Communication and travels influence your relations throughout March 2016. Career, status, prestige, and popularity are topics of great interest during March 2016 (and coming months). Also, this month you experience a stronger drive professionally. You might have to live up to some challenges (that you seem to be looking for, after all), you could have greater responsibilities, but you have support and luck when you run into difficulty. Money is a capital topic on your agenda, you can gain a lot, but you can also spend a lot. Your shape is good, and you have a lot of energy and enviable endurance.

Pisces Feb.20 - Mar.21 March 2016 is your month, under all aspects, including the emotional one. To begin with, it’s a term during which you radiate, take some of the warmth, energy, and passion of the Sun. This month has favorable effects on love and/or marriage; it is a very good month in regard to emotions. Ask and you shall receive! It is also an active and lively month regarding your career life; you are entering a term full of ambitions and a busy one that is not without obstacles and challenges.

From now until end of May 2016, you’ll be under constant fire. Brace yourself! You’re okay financially, and do even better beginning of the last decan. This month also brings you a lot of energy, optimism and good mood during the second and third decan, as well as cheer and alertness between March 5-22. However, you experience a lot of stress and lean toward excesses that could harm you. Get organized, focused, and moderate!

Aries Mar.22 - Apr.20

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Your love life is out in the open until March 12 2016, with obvious feelings, hopes, and plans for the future. After March 12 though, things get complicated, the image becomes blurry, things become hidden or unclear, ambiguous, unstable. If the relationship is solid and serious, it’s probably just a term during which nothing major happens or that brings up small frustrations. If the relationship is not solid or already has issues, it might mean disappointment, loneliness, sadness or abandon. In special circumstances, some of you might be involved in a secret or illicit love. March 2016 is a month full of ambition and will to assert oneself in terms of career; it has a lot of achieving potential, but with one condition: that you have good coordination and an unbeatable strategy.

Taurus

Gemini

Apr.21 - May 21

May.22 - Jun.21

If they haven’t made an appearance since January-February, relationship-related complications will almost surely manifest during March 2016. You are in a delicate time of their lives in this regard.

Emotional blockages are possible, terms of solitude or emotional distancing, obstacles or estrangements dictated by exterior reasons, issues affecting the partner, crisis or restrictions to do with the couple’s finances. Calm and a lot of patience are advised. During March 2016 you enjoy excellent popularity and, when in need, they easily find supporters and protectors. It’s useful to know, because it’s not exactly an easy term. This month heightens ambition and competitiveness, but also brings a risk of conflict, various incidents and unpleasantness. One way or another, you’ll pull through, but not without stress and nervousness. In regard to money, though, March 2016 advises maximum prudence.

Regarding your love life, in March 2016 you’re on dangerous ground.

For more than a year, your interactions with those around have been quite difficult, and so, you need a lot of diplomacy to not cause earthquakes and to avoid those that could be caused by your partner.

The case may also be that you’ll go through a joint trial or issues, together, shoulder by shoulder, or that your partner may have issues (health, career, and so on) that affect you. Anyway, the atmosphere doesn’t seem to be too relaxed. March 2016 could be a good month for your career, with achievements and satisfactions, joined by merit recognition and prestige growth, it also promises a change of situation, a significant and unusual event. It’s not out of the question for it to be the end of a partnership or contract. Be careful if you want to keep your collaborations going. Also, your finances depend on partnerships a lot.

Cancer

Leo

Jun.22 - Jul.23

Jul.24 - Aug.23

The first part of March 2016 isn’t too favourable for your love life, it could bring you the chance to analyze the subtleties of the relationship that concern difficult, hard to understand aspects. After March 12 2016, you could have considerably wider perspectives, discovering great truths in two and, why not, discovering the world, geographically speaking, through love: long-distance loves, love stories with someone from another part of the world, or, simply travels in two or of an emotional nature. This month also rewards you with fame, accomplishments, and success in your career life. But, the effects start kicking in during the last decan of March 2016. Until then, Cancerians you get satisfactions related to studies, cultural, higher education or spiritual activities, travels or long-distance working relations.

Until March 12 2016 you’re in good graces. So make the most of it!

This period brings peace, joy, and harmony in your couple, luck in love and, where desired, circumstances that favor the beginning of a new relationship or of any other love-related interest. After March 12, your love life seems to enter a more subtle zone, more analytical, better suited for investigating the less obvious, profound or secret aspects of the relationship. On March 6 2016, you enter a three-month-term of intensified sexual drive and romantic urges that could propel you into a passionate affair full of flavour, but that could get you into a lot of trouble. Careful!

Virgo

Libra

Aug.24 - Sep.23

Sep.24 - Oct.23

March 2016 is a very intense month in terms of feelings; it is a dynamic, significant month, sprinkled with opportunities and renewals, but surprises could arise at any minute, from anywhere, it also has a lot of romantic potential but is not without risk. Your relationships are somewhat unstable during this term and could be put in danger by the wrong gesture, made at the wrong time. In some cases, a necessary break up could happen. In terms of career, collaborations are at the center of your preoccupations. It’s a term rich in interactions: you enjoy working in a team, getting others interested in joint projects, getting them together, giving them momentum. New associations and alliances are born, older partnerships might dissolve.

The term until March 12 2016 is graceful, you should make the most of, because later on things don’t look as good. On March 12, things will be mixed with worries and responsibilities. Here, love can’t develop freely, and your relationship is automatically associated with work, effort, duty, job. In March 2016, your professional life is dynamic, open toward change and surprises. Events are stressful or even critical.

Efforts during this term have to do with talent and creativity, but also intellectual pursuits, writing, calculating, talking, and exchanges (of ideas, commercial, and so on), or even manual labor or that requires dexterity. This month could bring you a significant event in your career that could surprise you. Financially, March is not that easy, collaborations and contracts could be reconsidered.

Scorpio

Sagittarius

Oct.24 - Nov.22

Nov.23 - Dec.22

In March 2016, expect romance and sensuality, flirting, hints and glances, possibly a new love, and so on. Actually, considering the fact that in March 2016 there’s an eclipse, you can expect anything.

Careful, though, not to spend too much on your conquest and pleasure arsenal! Love and money don’t agree with each other during this term. If you’re in a committed relationship that you care about, avoid getting into an amorous game on the side! It would be too risky. Also, it’s recommended that you take precautions unless you want kids or STDs. Until end of September 2016, money plays an important role in your preoccupations, making up in fact the main motivation of their career initiatives. The way you organize your work, the strategies you come up with, and all your decisions aim to improve your material situation. That’s your goal and the battle you’re engaged in.

The first 5 days of March 2016 go by in a lively, relaxed, communicative atmosphere. Things change slowly after that. After that starting from March 5, your love life will be very romantic, but involves high risk of self-delusion, error in judgment, confusion, and incertitude. Complications might affect more new relationships. Old ones fair better and can channel their attention particularly toward home, family, properties. Starting from March 6 your sex drive grows, also their desire for conquest, initiative, and adventure. And this trend is valid not only for March 2016, but also the coming two months.

Regarding your career, communication, negotiations, exchanges, information, and intellectual labor are favoured during the first part of March 2016.

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eing a mom is a life changing decision and I quote ‘Eat, Pray & Love’ “deciding to have a baby is like having a tattoo on your face;” however, some moms were up to the challenge and get the best out of the experience while others miss it up, this month, just for kicks, Amira Tharwat brought you signs you are an Egyptian super mommy.

You can talk on the phone, make a 1 sandwich for your toddler and have a baby on your lap while driving on 6th of

October Bridge (true story).

When you find your baby suddenly chewing something, be it a piece of metal or cotton swab, you can dig your fingers into his mouth with all the courage in the world and endure the unbearable pain of the bites.

You can sleep in any position and any given space of the bed no matter how small it is.

Changing diapers doesn’t bother you anymore, be it number one or number two, even if it’s diarrhea, you can still change your baby, wash your hands and eat your breakfast like a boss!

You are a super Egyptian mommy, if you managed to go out with your baby and return back safe with your baby safe as well as sound.

If you can visit relatives or go out and manage to keep his cheeks, hands and mouth unreachable for every passerby to kiss or touch.

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If you put your baby or toddler to bed If you didn’t send him to a nursery 7 before 2 pm then, you deserve the super 13 before he turned one year old, you mommy trophy. deserve a trophy. (But if you go to work and If your kid doesn’t memorize or repeat leave him with your mom then, give us back 8 any of the ‘Mahraganat’ songs and sing the trophy because she deserves it more than it out loud only when you are out in the most you do.) prestigious outing of the family.

If you managed to breastfeed him till If your kid reached five without having an 14 he reaches 2 years old.

9 ipad, ipod, iphone or any other i-thing If you breast feed your baby wearing a and was able to resist all the nagging without 15nursing cover in public like a boss and subjecting your kid to a device then, you are didn’t feel any embarrassment. definitely a super mommy.

If you lost your pregnancy weight (ok If you strictly breastfed your baby and 16 to be realistic) and 10didn’t introduce solid food before he hit the orgymat toleastget10yourkilosfitness back and was

reaches 6 months and was able to resist the zillion attempts of your mother and mother-inlaw to make him eat ‘mahshy.’

If you managed to travel abroad with two babies and a stroller on your own (specially the first part of the flight at CAI).

If you were able to have a romantic night with your hubby after a tiring day at work at home with a baby in the house.

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able to run with your toddler and play with him.

If you can still remember the last time you went out wearing makeup and high heels, and you still have a social life.

If after all the sleepless nights, the pain and the efforts you are expecting once again.

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