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8 Surprising Things That Can Swell During Pregnancy

Kate Stahl — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 11:41:54 PST

We've all heard of swollen feet during pregnancy - a not-so-surprising side effect considering they're supporting all that extra weight - but your feet are not the only body parts that can retain fluid while you're expecting. We've all seen a pregnant woman who looked so fluid-filled you kind of wanted to stick a pin in her to see if she'd pop (or maybe you were one of those women?), but water retention can hit less obvious places as well.

Jessica Simpson recently went to Twitter to talk about her swollen lips, saying it might be the first stage of "pregnancy face," a side effect that Bethenny Frankel dealt with by massage and putting bags of frozen veggies on her face. "I’m a swollen beast. My face exploded . . . I look like a chipmunk,” she tweeted while expecting daughter Bryn. Keep reading for 10 less talked-about body parts that can make for an often uncomfortable, and sometimes unsightly, pregnancy and postpartum experience.

Jessica Simpson Shows Her Bump During a Weekend Outing With Eric Johnson

Lauren Turner — Sun, 12 Feb 2012 20:02:01 PST

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson stopped by the Four Seasons in Beverly Hills yesterday. The afternoon wasn't all fun, though, since Jessica was one of the many celebrities that reacted to Whitney Houston's death. She wrote on Twitter, "I found my voice singing Whitney Houston's music. Today I lost my idol." Jessica and Eric have been hanging in LA lately, but they took a trip to Indianapolis for the Super Bowl last weekend. They're prepping for the birth of their first child together, and Jessica also has her new reality series debuting soon in March. Fashion Star begins on the 13th and will feature Jessica's fellow judge Nicole Richie.

Hollywood's Cutest Celebrity Couples!

Brittney Stephens — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 13:22:08 PST

Relationships come and go in Hollywood, and while some stars are just beginning a new love affair others have stood the test of time with their significant other. Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson are adding to their family this year while Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart are taking things slow. Johnny Depp and Vanessa Paradis have been together over a decade and new couple Emma Stone and Andrew Garfield have plans to spend the Summer together while promoting their blockbuster The Amazing Spider-Man. Click through to see some of our favorite couples, and don't forget to check out all of our Valentine's Day coverage across the network including romantic gift ideas and sweet treats.

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson Jet Home Following the Super Bowl

Lauren Turner — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:00:08 PST

Jessica Simpson stepped off of a private plane in LA yesterday while her fiancé, Eric Johnson, followed behind carrying her bags. The couple made a quick trip to Indianapolis, where they watched the Super Bowl from a private box. They were just two of many celebrities at the Super Bowl this year, including Chace Crawford, Nina Dobrev, and Matthew Bomer. Jessica and Eric were rooting for the Patriots, but the New England team was defeated by the NY Giants in the final minutes of the game. Eric is a former NFL player himself, having been on the 49ers and the Saints during his seven-year career. He's since turned his focus to family now that he and Jessica are expecting their first child together.

See All the Stars Who Partied During Super Bowl Weekend!

Katie Henry — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:22:48 PST

The hottest singers, actors, models, and athletes congregated in Indianapolis for Super Bowl XLVI. The NY Giants went home victorious, but before kickoff many stars partied throughout the weekend at pre-game VIP events. Mom-to-be, and longtime football fan, Jessica Simpson couldn't miss out on the fun and tweeted a photo of her baby bump from a luxury box. Nina Dobrev, Chace Crawford, and Magic Mike costars Matt Bomer and Joe Manganiello participated in DirectTV's annual celebrity beach bowl. Twilight alum Kellan Lutz and Nikki Reed mingled with football fans while newly single Seal met up with John Legend and Michael Strahan following the game. All that and more happened, so click through to see all the star-studded Super Bowl party pics!

Jessica Simpson Gears Up For Baby With Eric and Jewel

Molly Goodson — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:37:12 PST

Jessica Simpson gazed at her fiancé Eric Johnson as they stopped for provisions at a convenience store in LA on Saturday. Jessica's maternity style has meant lots of maxi dresses, which leave room to grow as she gets further along in her pregnancy. Jessica and Eric have been sticking close to home and the Simpson family in California as they gear up for the arrival of their first baby. Jessica and Eric's little one is lucky to have such a musical mom, but she apparently has other artists who will be helping in the lullaby department. Jessica tweeted about buying a Jewel song, writing, "I can't wait for my lil one to enjoy her voice!"

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson Pair Up For a Pizza Date

Lauren Turner — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:46:57 PST

Jessica Simpson and Eric Johnson shared a date night over pizza in LA yesterday. Jessica showed off her maternity style in another maxi dress. The couple are expecting their first child together, but that's not the only project Jessica has on her plate. She and Nicole Richie have been promoting their new reality competition, Fashion Star, which will premiere on March 13. Jessica and Eric will be glued to the small screen well before her show hits, though, since the Super Bowl airs next weekend. They're big football fans, especially after Eric played in the NFL for multiple years following his graduation from Yale.

Wear the Wild Things Are: Celeb Maternity Fashions

Nicole Abbott — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 13:04:48 PST

Take a walk on the wild side! Jessica Simpson has been all about the animal print when it comes to fashion, now that she's pregnant - and she's not the only celebrity to embrace her "wild side" while expecting! Beyoncé and Hilary Duff are just two of the celeb mamas-to-be that were also on trend with animal print during pregnancy. Click through to check out these fashionable maternity looks featuring animal print.

A Walk on the Wild Side: Steal Jessica Simpson's Maternity Style

Nicole Abbott — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 08:34:00 PST

Work it, mama! Jessica Simpson is rocking the leopard prints during pregnancy - and we're loving every minute of it. The expectant songstress and entrepreneur looked fierce - and comfortable! - in New York City last month in a copy-worth outfit, featuring leather and leopard print.

To get Jessica's look, consider sporting this Leather Biker With Leopard Print Pony Panel ($286, on sale for $172) over a Long-Sleeve Scoop Neck Maternity Top ($70). Pair that with easy-to-slide-on-and-off Maternity Zipper Leggings ($143) and Steven Meteour Knee-High Leather Wedge Boots ($161) and mama-to-be is ready to hit the town in flawless fashions!

Jessica Simpson Does Lunch With Her Main Squeeze, Eric

Katie Henry — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 02:12:00 PST

Jessica Simpson wore a printed maxi dress for a casual Saturday afternoon lunch with her fiancé Eric Johnson. The pair held hands and chatted while walking back to their car. Jess, who is expecting her first child, has been keeping up a busy schedule, but she's also made sure to spend lots of time with her loved ones recently. Eric and Jess joined her sister Ashlee at a birthday celebration for their mom, Tina Simpson last week.

Jess is enjoying every moment of her pregnancy, but she's also thinking about getting back into "daisy duke shape" following the delivery. She was so impressed with how quickly Jessica Alba bounced back after baby number two that Simpson tweeted a compliment to her fellow Jessica. In fact, Simpson is already getting serious about fitness and has enlisted the help of her old friend, trainer Mike Alexander, for her post-baby workouts.