This 12-step program can help Brit regain her throne.
by Farrah Weinstein

1. Don’t hang out with Paris Hilton
She might be fun to party with at a nightclub, but Britney will only encounter more drama by kicking it with “The Simple Life” star. Some old friends from Kentwood, Louisiana, might make better party pals, or even Christina Aguilera, who has come back from her own acting-out phase with class and a first-class album. “She should take advice from Christina,” Thomas said. “Christina is making good decisions as a businesswoman as well as an entertainer. Most importantly, her talent is coming across stronger than her personal life.”

2. Don’t chew gum or smoke in public
Perception counts for a lot where child-custody is concerned.

3. Do ditch the dollar-store extensions
The sophisticated blonde bob Brit rocked on “Letterman” was a glorious reminder of what a class act she can be.

4. Do show off musical talent
Gwen and Fergie moved into Brit’s turf while she was on maternity leave — here’s her chance to reclaim the throne. “I think she needs to get back to the old Britney we’ve known and loved since the beginning,” said Trent Vanegas, founder of Pink Is the New Blog. “She knows what the pulse of pop culture needs. And she can be a cool mom and still be relevant and sexy. Britney needs to say, ‘I took a break for a while — and now I’m back.’ Follow Gwen and Christina’s lead.”

5. Do update the Web site
It’s a direct line to fans — and we’re tired of that growling tiger.

6. Do get a publicist
Paris Hilton would be the first to admit that she’d be lost without constant companion/spinmaster Elliot Mintz.

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7. Do wear designer clothes
The Wal-Mart look was funny for a minute, but why keep it when fabulous designers like Tracy Reese, Nicole Miller, Roberto Cavalli, Giorgio Armani and Dolce & Gabbana are just a phone call away?

8. Do consider a sleigh ride with Mr. Rudolph this Christmas
Larry Rudolph — with whom Brit parted company in 2004, shortly after she married Federline — began managing Britney when she was 15, and played a huge role in making her the star she is.

9. Do work with Pharrell and/or Timbaland
On record, the right company counts for a lot — just ask Mariah. “The world is her oyster,” Vanegas said. “She has a lot of friends and a lot of people that would die to work with her. And if she makes the right decisions and partners up with the right people, I think she definitely has a shot at blowing up again.”

10. Do reach out to Max Martin
He crafted many of Britney’s early hits — and gave Kelly Clarkson one of the best songs on her last album. If Larry Rudolph’s back in the game, why not Max?

11. Don’t try to one-up Kevin
“She is still focused on getting back at Kevin,” Linda Thomas said. “But she has to realize that the legal world is a different world. You need to have time to settle down and get your head clear. I think people really care about her and want to see her recover from her mistakes. I think everyone is rooting for her, but if she has a month or two of this behavior, that’s bad.”

12. Do stay away from Las Vegas
The place to cut loose is the place where the paparazzi aren’t.

This report is provided by MTV News
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