Amy Adams “Birth” day Gifting

Category : Amy Adams, Featured, New Celebrity Moms

Together with it’s clients, Baby Swags sends actress, Amy Adams a special gift basket that was filled with mom-entrepreneurial products.  Amy Adams is best known for her role in Disney’s 2007 film, Enchanted where she played the role of Giselle.  Adams welcomed her first child, Aviana into the world on May 15, 2010.

The products included consist of:

Classy Baby Diaper Cakes & Gifts – Provided Aviana with a few of their handmade luxurious baby necessites.  Personalized monogrammed minky and flannel baby blanket in pink and leopard print.  100% cotton print reversible and waterproof bib and cotton, boutique appliqued burp cloth.

Kozzy Bottoms provided a nursing cover, wipe case and hair accessories.  One stop shop for natural parenting products.

LibraKnits provided their adorable “Swingset Cap” which is the perfect mix of sun protection and fashion for babies on the go.  Handmade from 100% organic cotton yarn.

Rachel on the Flower provided a pink tutu that is full and fluffy for pageants, photo shoots and everyday princess life.

About Baby Swags:
An entrepreneur at heart, Phyllis Pometta has always wanted to be a mom, raise her children and have her own business.  It wasn’t until she was pregnant with her third child that she decided to take a business idea to market.  She started out with a small product based business but realized she had more joy in marketing and promoting her product.  Falling back on her degree in Marketing and Retail, she was able to have her product featured in print and on a national television show.  After returning home from a trip to Los Angeles, her need to help other mom-entrepreneurs fell into place and Baby Swags was born.  Phyllis has created the Baby Swags network that has 380+ members, hosts an internet radio show, The Mommy Mentor on www.toginet.com which airs Tuesday, 10-11:00AM CST and will be launching her own digital magazine at Tots To Teens Magazine .  She fully believes that knowledge is power and continues to inspire, motivate and empower women and girls of all ages and stages.

Baby Swags prides itself on providing celebrity outreach services to help gain recognition to fellow work at home moms and their products by providing celebrities with VIP gift bags, luxury gift lounges, celebrity birthday party attendee gift bags, assisting in selecting products for celebrity event gift bags and placing products into the hands of celebrities and influential people. You can find more information on Baby Swags by visiting www.babyswags.com

Love Bug Kids Spotted on Violet Affleck

Category : Celebrity Kids, Celebrity Parents, Client Spotlight, Featured, Our Press

While I was doing my celebrity sighting search last night I came across a photo that I had not seen before.  It was from the gifting that we did for Violet and Seraphina’s birthday in the beginning of the year.  I am not sure where or when this photo was taken but I found it and want to share it with you because our client Love Bug Kids sent in the pretty red flower hair clip that you see happy little Violet wearing while spending some fun time with her mom, Jennifer Garner.

You can get your Crystal Rose Clippie by visiting Love Bug Kids!  Thanks again Violet and Jennifer for supporting our hard working mom-entrepreneurs! :)

Our Gift to Sandra Bullock & Baby Louis

Category : Celebrity Baby, Featured, New Celebrity Moms, Press Releases, Sandra Bullock

New Mom, Sandra Bullock is Sent a Gift Basket to Welcome her Newest Addition, Baby Louis

Baby Swags joins forces with it’s mompreneur clients to send a gift basket of handcrafted, mom-invented, and mom-inspired products to Sandra Bullock as a way to welcome her new baby into her life.

Baby Swags is so proud to have added Sandra Bullock to their celebrity gifting roster following the adoption of her son Louis.  Sandra was sent a beautiful gifting of products that every new and experienced mom would want for their child. From clothing to room decor, Louis has received a variety of fun and trendy new products just for him.

The Academy Award winning actress is best known for her role in the movie, The Blind Side and has been the leading woman in several hit romantic comedies, including The Proposal,  Miss Congeniality, Two Weeks Notice and Practical Magic. Sandra is also an entrepreneur which touches the hearts of Baby Swags clients.  She owns her own production company, Fortis Films and was an executive producer of The George Lopez Show.  She has her own restaurant and a bakery/floral shop located in Texas.

“For Sandra’s baby boy gift basket, we wanted to find products that portrayed fun and adventurous, while still serving a practical purpose.” Stated Pometta, Baby Swags founder.   Pometta continues, “All in all, the products that we sent to Sandra are great, practical products that any parent could use.”

Products Included:

Jubilee Keepsakes: Engraved Keepsake First Birthday Cake Knife to be used at each birthday and then on your wedding day.

Zielo: Provided Sandra and baby Louis with a 100% Pima cotton pajama and baby set that included a gown and blanket.  Zielo’s pajama and baby set will let you enjoy a magical bonding time together with your new one.

Koolabah: Dotted Bat Jacket made exclusively for Baby Louis.  The provided jacket is a unique design for a unique baby boy.

Toy Block Music: Limited Edition, numbered CD of modern reinterpretations of classic children’s songs.

Pink Koala Design: Unique shape, funky fabrics.  The Pink Koala “Dribble Bibblez” bandana bib is funky and functional, a stylish solution for dribbling or drooling toddlers and infants.

Angela R. Talley: Photo Gift Certificate and Free 16×20 Metallic Canvas.

Toffee Creations: Small size Raspberry Love Toffee.  “Our toffee is so good, we don’t have to mask it with chocolate!”

Susu And John: Beaufort Buttom Bucket(tm) Hat with matching monogrammed britches.  Practical, Heirloom quality made in the USA.

Bee Rescued: Provided Sandra with their most popular Bee Rescued Propolis Care products such as, toothpaste, lotion bar, eye cream, rescue balm,  and shave gel.

Sweet Baby Cakes n More: Plush elephant diaper bake made with brand name products for mom to use on her new precious baby.  Sweet Baby Cakes n More – creative gifts for the most precious creations.

Jet Set Babies: Provided baby Louis with their exclusive onesie and a $100 gift certificate to be used on JetSetBabies.com.  Make travel with baby easy by having Jet Set Babies ship ahead bulky baby supplies!

Cupcake Kids Artwear: Hand painted monogram union suit with matching hand painted monogram canvas shoes.  Also provided was a hand painted “Surfs Up” board shorts and cotton onesie.

Kozzy Bottoms LLC: Provided a gift certificate in addition to 2 covered wipe cases, two sets of four cloth wipes that are a great alternative to disposable wipes and can be washed with all your laundry.  Also provided to Sandra and Louis, a hand quilted blanket that easily fits into a diaper bag or purse, two handcrafted Paci-Clips, and a Natural, Lemon Citrus Deodorizing Powder.

Wild Natural Baby: Baby Ultimate Essentials Collection, Sulfate Free, Paraben Free, Phthalate Free!  The Baby Ultimate Essentials Collection is one each of their baby essentials.  This collection includes: Happy Baby Bar Soap, Splish-Splash Shower Gel, Pookie Baby Lotion, Bubbles Baby Shampoo, Cutie Patootie Diaper Ointment, and Fluffy Bear Powder.  Enjoy in the luscious feeling of these natural baby essentials made in the USA.

“Baby Swags along with it’s clients wish Sandra and her new baby a lifetime of happiness”, states Pometta.  “She is loved, respected and appreciated by so many of us mom-entrepreneurs that this gift to her is our way of saying thank you for all you do.”

About Baby Swags:
An entrepreneur at heart, Phyllis Pometta has always wanted to be a mom, raise her children and have her own business.  It wasn’t until she was pregnant with her third child that she decided to take a business idea to market.  She started out with a small product based business but realized she had more joy in marketing and promoting her product.  Falling back on her degree in Marketing and Retail, she was able to have her product featured in print and on a national television show.  After returning home from a trip to Los Angeles, her need to help other mom-entrepreneurs fell into place and Baby Swags was born.  Phyllis has created the Baby Swags network that has 380+ members, hosts an internet radio show, The Mommy Mentor on www.toginet.com which airs Tuesday, 10-11:00AM CST and will be launching her own digital magazine for tween girls in July, 2010.  She fully believes that knowledge is power and continues to inspire, motivate and empower women and girls of all ages and stages.

Baby Swags prides itself on providing celebrity outreach services to help gain recognition to fellow work at home moms and their products by providing celebrities with VIP gift bags, luxury gift lounges, celebrity birthday party attendee gift bags, assisting in selecting products for celebrity event gift bags and placing products into the hands of celebrities and influential people. You can find Baby Swags more information on Baby Swags by visiting www.babyswags.com

Baby Swags and little maven by Tori Spelling Partner to Celebrate Mothers Day, the Ultimate Way.

Category : Christina Aguilera, Events, Featured, Gwen Stefani, Isla Fisher, Jennifer Garner, Jessica Alba, Marcia Cross, Mothers Day, Nicole Kidman, Nicole Richie, Press Releases, Sarah Jessica Parker, Sheryl Crow, Tori Spelling

Full of products from mom-entrepreneurs around the United States, ten Celebrity Moms receive the Ultimate Mothers Day Gift Basket this Mothers Day.

Plainfield, IL – Celebrity outreach and boutique PR firm, Baby Swags recently announced its partnership with celebrity mom and entrepreneur, Tori Spelling and her children’s clothing line, little maven by Tori Spelling.  Together with Baby Swags mom-entrepreneur clients, they have presented ten of Hollywood’s hottest celebrity moms with the Ultimate Mother’s Day gift!  Celebrities receiving products in celebration of Mother’s Day are, Christina Aguilera, Marcia Cross, Jennifer Garner, Nicole Kidman, Jessica Alba, Nicole Richie, Sarah Jessica Parker, Isla Fisher, Sheryl Crow, and Gwen Stefani.

“The mom-entrepreneurs that we represent are some of the most amazing women I know”, stated Phyllis Pometta of Baby Swags.  “Outside of being moms themselves, their determination, dedication, and persistence for what they do and what they have created goes to show they have found their true passion.”  Pometta continues, “They have what it takes to do it all, and to do it well.   I am so proud to be able to play a small part in the growth of their companies.”

Inside each gift basket celebrities will find the following products:
beerescued.com provided each mom with some of their most popular Bee Rescued Propolis Care products such as, toothpaste, lotion bar, eye cream, rescue balm,  and shave gel.

tutulegz.com provided each a one-piece, practical, not so poofy tutu with legz for everyday fun.  The Original TutuLegz, where the love of tutus meets style and comfort.

itzybitzy.com provided each with a sampling of adorable children’s shoes and flip flops from their footwear line.  In addition, they have received matching headbands, hats, and embellished flower clips designed to mix and match to create a perfect compliment for any outfit.

angelartalley.com presented each celebrity mom with a gift certificate good towards professional photography services.

sweetprincessbowtique.com supplied various hair accessories for each little princess.

babykakesink.com sent each mom their own personalized drink ware and personalized onesie and tees in their exclusive “AlphaBrights” line.

smockcouture.com presents its party dress collection for infant girls to young kids.  Smock Couture takes pride in hand smocking dresses of high quality and standards.  A percentage of their sales support a non-profit organization, Children Across Borders.

cocoozy.com provided celebrities with their classic covers, new eco-chic baby bottle accessory that cushions and protects in stylish prints for boys and girls.  They also provided their Klever Kovers designed to fit Klean Kanteen(r) sippies and many others, as well as their Lunch Bag that is safe, stylish, neoprene-insulated lunch bags for kids and kids at heart.

ashleypetite.com provided baby products that are stylish, fun and functional.  Each celebrity mom received a Brag Tag necklace and various accessories for their children.

pigtailpals.com sent tees that were created by a mom who wanted better messages on her daughters apparel.  Pigtail Pals redefine girly by encouraging girls to be smart, daring and adventurous.

lehlashop.com provided couture tutus, SuperYou superhero shirts and decoupage barrette holders for the children, and for the moms, key fob wristlets for the easiest way to carry your keys.

pampermama.com provided each mom with their own Signature Kit by Pampered Mama.   Their signature kit comes with face and body scrub, gentle face cleanser, sunscreen, hand and body lotion, and foot massage lotion.

littleellabug.com provided each mama with their signature, fingerprint keepsake charm and necklace.

vitaminwater(r) provided each mom with an assortment of flavored waters enriched with vitamins that included vitaminwater(r) Zero and SmartWater.

When asked why they wanted to participate in this celebrity outreach gifting event,  Baby Swags client and founder of Pigtail Pals, Melissa Wardy responded, “I was excited to participate in the Mother’s Day gifting because my company was created to redefine girly and each of the amazing moms in this gifting exemplify that with their careers and charity involvement.“  Baby Swags has approximately 400 entrepreneurial women within their network and has sent client products to countless celebrities and many charity events.  Baby Swags also hosted the “Rockin’ Lollipop Lounge” and charity event that helped to raise money for Act Today! charity to benefit Autism Awareness and is currently preparing a silent auction gift basket for the HollyRod Foundation event in July, 2010.

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About little maven by Tori Spelling:
As a working actress and Los Angeles native, Tori Spelling has always been known for her distinct sense of style.  With her new role as mother to Liam and Stella and the release of her second memoir, Mommywood, Tori is now keen on sharing her vision for stylish living with mothers everywhere.  She firmly believes that this vision should not be compromised when it comes to her family. This led her to the realization that there is need for inspired, yet accessible, clothing for infants and toddlers.

Tori’s vision for little maven is defined by modern Hollywood living. This combination of Hollywood chic and seaside casual has created a style unique to the line, mixing elements of resort, such as vibrant colors and bold prints, with more distinct expressions of Hollywood vintage and glamour.  little maven features fun, young and incredibly versatile designs. Tori has inspired a line that is truly chic and iconic.  To learn more about little maven, visit www.littlemaven.com

About Baby Swags:
An entrepreneur at heart, Phyllis Pometta has always wanted to be a mom, raise her children and have her own business.  It wasn’t until she was pregnant with her third child that she decided to take a business idea to market.  She started out with a small product based business but realized she had more joy in marketing and promoting her product.  Falling back on her degree in Marketing and Retail, she was able to have her product featured in print and on a national television show.  After returning home from a trip to Los Angeles, her need to help other mom-entrepreneurs fell into place and Baby Swags was born.  Phyllis has created the Baby Swags network that has 380+ members, hosts an internet radio show, The Mommy Mentor on www.toginet.com which airs Tuesday, 10-11:00AM CST and will be launching her own digital magazine for tween girls in July, 2010.  She fully believes that knowledge is power and continues to inspire, motivate and empower women and girls of all ages and stages.

Baby Swags prides itself on providing celebrity outreach services to help gain recognition to fellow work at home moms and their products by providing celebrities with VIP gift bags, luxury gift lounges, celebrity birthday party attendee gift bags, assisting in selecting products for celebrity event gift bags and placing products into the hands of celebrities and influential people. You can find more information on Baby Swags by visiting www.babyswags.com

*basket photo edited by foundationstudio.ca

*jewelry photo edited by angelartalley.com

Baby Swags welcomes Rebecca Gayheart & Eric Dane’s Little Girl

Category : Celebrity Gifting, Eric Dane, Featured, Rebecca Gayheart

Gayheart & Dane welcomed their first child, a daughter, Billie Beatrice, on March 3, 2010.

Baby Swags congratulates Rebecca Gayheart & Eric Dane as they welcome their first child into the world by providing mom and dad inspired gifts to the newest family member.   Rebecca is best known for her role as “Judy Nash” in “Vanished” while Eric Dane is best known for his role as Mark Sloan, aka “McSteamy” on Grey’s Anatomy.

The Baby Swags is a boutique pr firm with a network that is built up of mom and dad entrepreneurs with products that they have invented or were inspired to create.  Baby Swags specializes in the promotion of maternity and  juvenile related products and has branched out to help promote small businesses with tween and teen related products.

The products that were included in this gift consist of:

DaddyScrubs Comfort Wear makes one-of-a-kind labor and delivery room attire just for dads!  “I’m The Daddy” scrubs, t-shirts and accessories make ideal gifts for baby showers and Father’s Day.  Dads at every stage of fatherhood will feel special and appreciated when he receives a gift from Daddyscrubs.com

Mom-created Pigtail Pals has set out to “Redefine Girly” and show girls they can have big, bold dreams.  A Pigtail Pal takes a negative stereotype about girls and redefines the meaning to become smart, daring and adventurous.  Visit PigtailPals.com and treat your little Pigtail Pal to a little adventure!

LibraKnits specializes in creating unique and stylish baby accessories for the discerning gift-giver.  Each piece is crafted using sumptuous yarn chosen because it is luxurious as well as fashionable. Their hats and mittens make the perfect gift for a baby shower, a birthday or a christening!  Go to LibraKnits.com to get your luxurious hand-made baby hat.

Smock Couture™ specializes in girls smocked dresses for infants to young kids. Smock Couture individually designs their clothes.  All smocked clothes are uniquely designed; and is updated bi-annually.  Hope you find something for your little angel at SmockCouture.com

Lehla Shop specializes in upscale baby and toddler tutus.  Lehla Shop will make every little girls playtime extra special.  Couture tutu made with pinks and green tulle adorned with a corkscrew ribbon bow.  Also included, “Sweet Shoppe” burp cloth set.  To see more designs, visit LehlaShop.Etsy.com

Coastal Cuties sent a soothing organic body wash and lotion that is Paraben-Free, Phthalate Free, contains no artificial fragrances or dyes, as is free of synthetic detergents.  Labels are also made from a tree free, water free material called “Fiberstone” which is recycled stone.  To get your own organic products, visit CoastalCutiesGear.com

Baby Swags prides itself on providing excellent services to help gain recognition to fellow work at home moms and their products by providing celebrities with VIP gift bags, luxury gift lounges, celebrity birthday party attendee gift bags, assisting in selecting products for celebrity event gift bags and placing products into the hands of celebrities and influential people. If you are a work at home mom that has a product and would like to see it in an upcoming celebrity baby basket or if you have a teen related product and would like to get it in the hands of celebrity teens, please contact Baby Swags for more details.

Celebrate Earth Day: Buyers Guide

Category : Buyers Guide, Featured

To help celebrate Earth Day, we are bringing some of the finest Eco-Friendly products to you.

Soft - organic knit hat

  • This high-quality hand-knitted hat is made out of 100% certified organic cotton. It is amazingly light and soft on your baby’s skin.
  • It is a perfect hat for spring and summer to keep your baby’s little head warm in an air-conditionered room or on a cool summer night.

This hat belongs to the company’s “Knit-A-Better-World” program.  SOFT will donate 10% of the profits from these hats to the Charles Foundation which provides educational opportunities for underprivileged girls on the Tibetan border of China.  http://www.charlesfoundation.org


Reusable Sandwich Bags

This adorable reusable sandwich bag is the perfect size for a sandwich and also great for snacks like crackers, cereal, cookies, apples, grapes, celery, carrots and more (thanks to the waterproof lining).

The outside of the bag is a 100% cotton print. The bag is lined with a waterproof PUL (polyurethane laminated knit – used commonly in cloth diaper making), and a polyester thread is used for increased strength and durability.

Each bag also has a 1/2″ x 6″ hook and loop tape closure, ensuring the goodies you pack won’t spill out or leave a trail of crumbs.

When you’re done using a bag, just shake out the crumbs, or if it gets messy (as ours do after a peanut butter and jelly sandwich), just toss it in the washer and line dry. Nicely priced at $7.25 each! Hurry and get yours at MamaMade

Organic cotton baby onesies, printed with eco-friendly water-based ink (Graphic print is exclusively designed by SOFT. © 2010 SOFT baby clothing)  Stretchy neck and extra cutting room in the armpit area for easy on and off.  Organic cotton certified by IMO (Switzerland) Retails for $30.00 and is available at SOFT.

Likas Organic Designs

Every girl deserves to be a Princess so why not make a bigger impact and teach her how to be an Eco Princess. An Eco Princess is not wasteful, helps out with recycling, and teaches her peers to do the same. This tee is baby-soft organic cotton.  What kind of people do we want our children to be? Start young and plant seeds of compassion in a child. Big aspirations start small.  Likas Organics Designs tees for toddlers retail for $30 and are available at www.likasorganic.com

These shoes are the cutest things I have seen!  They are perfect for the littlest of rock stars! So hip and cute with embroidered “born to rock” and appliqued guitar design in white on black shoes – of course!  Soft shoes made from eco friendly felt and lined with 100% organic cotton flannel. All construction by machine and all applique / embroidery done by hand.  Straps fasten with Velcro.  These retail for $36 and are available at FrannyandJune

Bamboo Velour Baby Blanket!  Bundle your little ones in cozy comfort year round. Bamboo velour is soft, plush and naturally antibacterial. Bamboo velour/organic cotton. 30″X30″. Wash gently in cold, line dry. Made in USA of imported material.  It has a retail price of $50.00 and you can purchase this fantastic find by going to eorganicnursery.com.

100% Certified Organic Cotton Terry Velour Hooded Towel with Satin Trim is made from Premium Certified Organic Cotton Terry Velour and is extremely soft and super absorbent.  It is stylish, functional and fun everyday essential.  Great for keeping baby warm and cozy after bath or swimming.  Measures 30 x 30 inches, is machine washable in warm water and tumble dry low.  Another plus, this product is proudly made in USA and retails for $36.00.  It is available at IzzyBellesTrendyTots.com

We know that this isn’t technically “baby” related, but we love them and wanted to share!  How about these glass straws!  You think you would be afraid to use them being glass and all, but they are completely safe and guaranteed!  The cleaning brush included makes cleaning your straws a breeze!   You get your choice of sizes and dot colors and they come individually boxed.  They are a boxed set of six and retail for $40.00.  You can find these and other styles at GlassDHarma.com

LUSH loves supporting environmental, humanitarian and animal rights charities. That’s why they created the Charity Pot, a delightful hand and body moisturizer with the fragrance of a spring garden. Every penny of the retail price (excluding taxes which we must give to the government) goes directly to the charities they support. You’ll feel good on the inside and on the outside!  Retails for $20.45 and can be found at LushUSA.com

Girls Skull Belt

Category : Featured

Gifted to Tony Hawk’s daughter Kady and Nichole Ritchie’s daughter Harlow, this is an adorable funky belt made using pink with black polkadots and an edgy skull belt button. Convenient snap on design for easy wear and removal. For designer purposes only. It is not intended to tighten waists.

Size Chart:
0-9 months = 20 inches
10 months-3T = 22 inches

Jolie-Pitt twins are out of hiding!

Category : Celebrity Toddler, Featured

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Tourists out for a stroll in Venice, Italy, on Feb. 22 were in for a surprise: The biggest movie stars in the world, Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, were also walking around town. But the bigger shock was who was with them. The couple, who have kept twins Vivienne and Knox almost completely hidden since their July 2008 birth, proudly carried the 19-month-olds in their arms. “It was such a surprise to see the twins,” one eyewitness tells Life & Style. “They’ve gotten so much bigger since the last time the world saw them — they’re like little kids and not babies anymore. And I couldn’t believe how much they look like big sister Shiloh, especially with those lips!”

Despite the raft of recent reports that Brad, 46, and Angie, 34, had met with a lawyer to arrange their split (which the lawyer denied), Brad, Angelina and their brood spent about a week out and about in the Italian city. On Feb. 16, they stopped for ice cream — lemon for Angie, black cherry, vanilla, caramel and strawberry for the kids, nothing for Brad — at La Gelateria Lo Squero. “They seemed very peaceful, happy,” co-owner Beatrice Zennaro tells Life & Style. “I read in the newspapers that they were having problems, but it didn’t seem the case.”

So why have the twins been hidden for so long? Brad and Angie haven’t felt the need to show them off. “Friends and family see the twins all the time,” notes a family insider. “Brad and Angelina have large homes that allow for playing and running and exploring. If you had a château in France or a mansion in LA, you wouldn’t need to take the kids out much either.”

Source: Life & Style

Howard Stern’s wife says her husband is already an Idol Judge -at home!

Category : Celebrity Chat, Featured

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Radio shock jock Howard Stern is rumored to be a front-runner to replace American Idol judge Simon Cowell. And Howard’s wife, Beth Stern, tells Life & Style she thinks it’s a “brilliant idea.”

“I get the benefit of sitting next to him when he watches American Idol every week,” she tells Life & Style. “And he is so hysterical. He’s brutally honest. He actually roots for the contestants. He’ll say if he thinks they don’t have talent, but he’s a cheerleader for them too.”

Beth tells Life & Style she doesn’t know if Howard — who told his listeners he’d do it “for $100 million” — is really going to try to nab the judge’s chair, which will open up next season. But, Beth adds, “I think he is having fun with the idea!

Source: Life & Style Weekly

The Bachelor’s Jake: “I couldn’t get a date in high school”

Category : Celebrity Chat, Featured

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It’s hard to believe that a man who has gorgeous women throwing themselves at him on national television ever had trouble finding a date. But that’s exactly how it was for heartthrob pilot Jake Pavelka, the current star of ABC’s hit series The Bachelor. During a romantic one-on-one date with contestant Gia Allemand at a vineyard, Jake sheepishly admitted that his nickname in high school was “Mr. Dateless.”

He wasn’t exaggerating. “I was just shy around girls at that age,” Jake tells Life & Style. “I tended to be bullied in the seventh, eighth and ninth grades.” And while he’s a catch now, there’s one person who wasn’t surprised to hear that Jake had a tough time with the ladies when he was younger. “The time that I spent with Jake, I could see that he was probably very shy in high school,” recently eliminated contestant Ella Nolan tells Life & Style.

But that’s not stopping Jake from trying to find love on TV’s most popular reality dating show. “I’m not looking for the most beautiful woman out there,” he told Life & Style. “But I’m looking for a heart of gold — and character, lots of character.”

For more exclusive high school photos of Jake, pick up the latest issue of Life & Style, on newsstands now!

Photo Source: Life & Style Magazine