Prepare For Baby

Naming Your Baby

While it doesn't hurt you to be open to all suggestions when it comes to choosing a name for your baby, at the end of the day the decision is up to you and your partner. Names are permanent, so don't choose lightly, or rush into making any decisions. Start discussing names with your partner as soon as possible to set some guidelines. What factors go into choosing a good name? There are lots of considerations when you're deciding on a name: Sound and compatibility. How your baby's name sounds when it's said aloud is one of the most essential…


Give Yourself An Energy Boost

You are sitting at work and although you can see the work in front of you, you don't really. Your eyes are somewhere between being open and closed, and at the moment, you have no idea what you’re working on. You look at your watch, and it's only 3 p.m! One of the major and most common pregnancy symptoms is the fatigue which you will experience throughout your pregnancy. Along with good posture, the most effective way to fight energy lulls is with heavy doses of good stretching and good breathing. You should try and aim for five minutes of…

Gender Disapointment

Gender disappointment is one of those controversial subjects that isn't discussed or brought up very often. It's a subject that seems to be hidden away by those that are going through it. For those of you that are experiencing it though, it is a subject that is all too real for you. Some people go into pregnancy not caring whether they want a boy or a girl. Others have planned out their children and what they will be for as long as they can remember. Little did we realize when we were making our plans for our future, that we…

Choose A Car Seat

One of the most important purchases you will be buying for your baby is a car seat. Most hospitals will not even let you leave with your newborn without first inspecting the car to make sure there is one installed. Just like all the other baby products, there are a few different car seats out there to choose from. There are both pluses and minuses for each different style seat, so you will need to figure out which will work best in your situation and with your budget. Infant Car Seats This is the type of seat you use for…

Buying Second Hand Products

Things to look out for when buying second hand baby products Second Hand Baby Products Buying all those necessary items for your new baby can add up to lots of money. One of the most common ways to help cut down some of these costs is to buy second hand items. Whether you buy them from garage sales, auction sites, thrift stores or are lucky enough to acquire them from friends or family, there are some things you should be aware of first. Check the manufactures website or call them to see if there are any recalls that might be…

Baby Shower Tips

Great Baby Shower Ideas & Games Baby showers can be a lot of work, but they don’t have to be if you follow some simple tips to help you get through it. Whether you are a friend/relative of the mommy-to-be or you are throwing the party for yourself, these tips can help make your day extra special without all the hassle. Prepare a list of friends and family you want to invite to the shower. Don’t assume the person throwing your shower knows everybody you want there. You don’t want to get there and realize one of your best friends…

Baby products you could do without

As I'm sure you are finding out, having a baby can be very expensive. From diapers and clothes to food and furniture, the amount of money you will be spending in the upcoming years is just too much to think about sometimes. All you need to do is walk through one isle of the baby department to get your head spinning. Are all of these baby items necessary though? The answer to that is simply, no. Can you imagine what the children and babies of say 200 years ago would think if they saw all those things? Think back to…

Baby products to get you started

So now that you are pregnant and expecting a bundle of joy in the near future, you need to get yourself all set for the baby's arrival. This can be a very overwhelming task for any new mom or dad. With the huge amount of different baby products out there, how are you supposed to know what you may or may not really need? Some items may be considered a necessity, especially things that will be used for taking care of the baby's basic needs. Other items, you may not necessarily need, but come in very handy in helping you…

Baby Nursery Checklist

You've cleared out your home office to make room for a nursery, and now you're standing in the doorway of the empty room with no idea where to begin. To create a soothing, peaceful, and comfortable nursery, here are a few things you'll need. Rocking chair with a footstool Babies like motion, and you'll like to put your feet up while you're rocking your little one. Select a comfortable chair with washable cushions. CD player and bedtime and playtime CD's A simple portable CD player will do the trick. Select soothing classical music to help your baby fall asleep, and…

Baby Essentials

Essential Baby Accessories You Should Think About There really is sooooo much to buy for baby, but do you need it all? People may tell you that all of these fantastic nifty little baby accessories are great and that you simply will not be able to survive without them. Perhaps the best advice comes from those who have had children, as they are usually the ones to give you the best advice, not a sales pitch. We take a look at what the basics are that you will need to get you going. We also have those little tips that…