Alyson Hannigan

Producers and costume designers are always thrown a curveball any time their leading ladies announce they are expecting — but the real challenge is camouflaging those baby bumps.

For Ugly Betty's Ana Ortiz, wardrobe and some strategic camera work has been the key to hiding her bundle of joy. "I have been carrying bowls of popcorn around, Easter baskets and all kinds of things," Oritz told TVGuide.com at Ugly Betty's Paley Center panel. "For me, it's easy as pie. For everyone else, they have to maneuver!"

But while some expectant mothers are all but unnoticeable on-camera, others are just plain obvious. Check out our list of some of the best and worst attempts of hiding real-life pregnancies on TV.
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How I Met Your Mother star Alyson Hannigan got the best birthday gift of all: a newborn baby girl.

Hannigan and her husband, Alexis Denisof, welcomed their daughter on Hannigan's birthday, March 24, according to People. The happy parents named her Satyana Denisof... read more 20 Comments

On this fair St. Patrick's Day, we thought we'd share a list of Irish people we'd love to share a pint with.

Conan O'Brien
If Ireland could choose a poster boy or goodwill ambassador, we would nominate Conan O'Brien. He's got the trademark Irish red hair, blue eyes, freckles and dazzling wit. He also proved he can hold his own making and imbibing Irish cocktails when he raised a glass with Martha Stewart last St. Patrick's Day. Sláinte! Read the rest of our list including videos after the jump! read more 12 Comments

After the Felicity haircut debacle years ago, shows seem to be much more aware of how fans feel about the way their favorite actors look. But, even actors want a change every now and then: Jennifer Morrison on House went from brunette to blonde and How I Met Your Mother's resident redhead cut her bangs and dyed her hair brown. How important is hair to your favorite character's identity?

"Everyone's tremendously excited by all the impending motherhood here at How I Met Your Mother. We're all so happy for Cobie and Aly, who will undoubtedly be amazing moms!" said Thomas.  The exec producer then added, "And now, a public service announcement: If you're trying to start a family, please come visit the set of How I Met Your Mother.  Just come by and hang out ... read more 3 Comments