Romper

Christina Montoya Fiedler

Christina Montoya Fiedler is a news writer for Romper, covering breaking stories, politics, celebrity news, and more. Her bylines can also be seen on Yahoo News, MSNBC.com, Red Tricycle, BabyCenter and more. When she’s not sniffing out the latest news story, Christina can be found reading murder mystery novels, running around with her two small boys, and caring for her fur children (two guinea pigs and zebra finch). You will not find her at the gym, eating lima beans or withholding from that third cup of coffee. Follow Christina on Twitter @cmf2009.
Contigo Expands Recall On 5.7 Million Kids Water Bottles Due To A Choking Hazard
You might want to have a close look at the water bottle in your child's lunchbox as it may have been recalled due to a safety concern. On Feb. 19, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) expanded a recall on millions of Contigo kids water…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Kendra Duggar Gives Birth To Baby No. 2 & Her Little Girl's Name Is Gorgeous
Another girl has joined the Duggar family! Kendra Duggar gave birth to her second child with Joseph Duggar on Nov. 2, and the whole family seems to be doing just fine. The new addition joins little brother Garrett David who was born June 18, 2018,…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Mom's Viral Post Nails Why It's Important To Have "On The Way Friends"
Endless piles of laundry, chasing after toddlers, trying to find quality time with your partner, chauffeuring the kids around town, cooking healthy meals that everyone will actually eat. Yeah, motherhood can hard. In fact, no one prepares you for…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
This Nurse's Viral Post Expertly Debunks Five Common Myths About The Flu Shot
One emergency room nurse has had enough of the flu shot debate, so she recently took to Facebook to drop some major knowledge about the vaccine. And boy, did she have a lot to say. So if you're frustrated about all of the anti-vaxx information…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Dream Job Alert: Watch Disney Movies For A Month & Get Paid $1,000
Forget rubbing the lamp Aladdin style because you won't need a magic genie to try out for this amazing gig. What am I talking about, exactly? This Disney dream job is offering fans the chance to earn $1,000 by watching Disney+ movies for a month.…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Study Warns Not Enough Moms Are Following Safe Infant Sleep Practices
There are so many things to worry about as a new parent, especially regarding your baby's sleep. One area of concern? Keeping them safe throughout the night, as potential health hazards can arise if you don't follow certain practices. And…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Girls Soccer Team Receives Support After Being Penalized For "Equal Pay" Shirts
A group of female athletes are standing strong after receiving pushback for drawing awareness to an important issue. And as mind-boggling as it might seem to some, a few members of this girls soccer team were penalized for wearing equal pay shirts…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
This Delicious Classic Is America's Most Popular Halloween Candy
Forget the parties and the costumes because there's no doubt about it: Halloween is all about the candy. Whether it's fruit flavored, caramel-filled, sour, or chewy, there are hundreds of sweet treats to choose from this time of year. And a new…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Luna Legend Hilariously Got A Case Of The Shivers In Target's Refrigerator Aisle
Target — is there any place in the world like it? From wandering through the store's brightly lit aisles to browsing the latest beauty products or cute baby clothes, there's a lot to love about this special store. But all the meandering around can…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Amy Duggar Gives Birth To Her First Child, A Boy, With Husband Dillon King
It's a boy! On Wednesday, Amy Duggar gave birth to her first child with husband Dillion King, People confirmed. Duggar, Jim Bob's niece and an occasional star of 19 Kids & Counting, delivered the baby via C-section, which she discussed on Instagram…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
This Lisa Frank Hotel Room Is The Perfect Getaway For '90s Kids & Their Families
Nothing brings back '90s nostalgia like a technicolor trapper keeper or a unicorn pencil case à la Lisa Frank. The brand's technicolor accessories were a must for kids who wanted to add some sparkle (OK, a lot of sparkle) to their school supplies.…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
CDC Warns Not Enough Pregnant Women Are Getting Their Flu & Whooping Cough Shots
Flu season is officially upon us, yet many people in the United States aren't taking the necessary precautions to safeguard themselves against this illness and other potentially serious conditions. Case in point: A new report from the Centers for…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
ATTN Dr. Seuss Fans: The Premiere Date For Netflix's 'Green Eggs & Ham' Is Here
ATTN all Dr. Seuss lovers: One of your favorite books is about to hit the small screen. That's right, folks — Netflix's new Green Eggs & Ham series finally has a premiere date and you'll want to watch every single episode. Netflix describes the…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Blake Lively & Ryan Reynolds Have Officially Welcomed Baby #3
It's officially a full house: Blake Lively has given birth to her third child, Us Weekly reported. This is the third child for Lively and Reynolds, who wed back in 2012. Baby #3 joins big siblings Inez, 3, and James, 4, making their family an…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Eating Fish During Pregnancy Might Decrease ADHD Symptoms In Kids, Study Finds
Pregnancy has its challenges, and finding things that are both healthy and tasty to eat is definitely one of them. But there's some good news out there for fish lovers: That's because a new study claims that eating fish while pregnant is linked to…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Shay Mitchell Had A Relatable Reaction To Learning She Might Need A C-Section
It has been a long road for Shay Mitchell and her boyfriend Matte Babel. After suffering a miscarriage, she's pregnant again and is inching toward the finish line but things aren't going as planned. As the actor revealed in her most recent…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
This Mom Who Went Above & Beyond To Clean Her Kid's Poop Off A Slide Is A Hero
Parenting can get you into some pretty sticky situations, some of which require a very strong stomach. Mom-of-three Brittany Berry found this out firsthand after a day at the park that will literally go down in history as one of the messiest on…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Jenna Dewan & Channing Tatum's Quotes About Co-Parenting Reflect Their Maturity
In September, Jenna Dewan announced she's expecting her first child with boyfriend Steve Kazee. But this isn't her first tango with parenthood, as Dewan has a daughter with ex-husband Channing Tatum. And although the two split in 2018, Jenna Dewan…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
Michelle Obama's New YouTube Series Sets College Students Up For Success
College can be the most exciting time in a young person's life, but it can also be a confusing period. Combine that with the fact that a good chunk of today's college population can be classified as first-generation students, there's a lot of…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler
TikTok Might Not Be Appropriate For These Age Groups
If you're not exactly sure what TikTok is, consider yourself in good parenting company. Big Little Lies star and mom-of-three Reese Witherspoon wasn't sure until she enlisted the help of her 15-year-old son, Deacon Phillippe, to explain the whole…
By Christina Montoya Fiedler