Preparing for Baby
When you are having a baby, you have a lot to think about. You need to decide what type of birth you want and where you will have your baby. Once your baby comes, you need to be prepared with the proper equipment to make your baby healthy and comfortable.
We know this can be overwhelming for many new mothers. That’s why we’ve prepared a Baby Check List on our web site. In this section, you will find articles that provide valuable information on the following.
Birth Plan: Women can choose from a variety of birth plans. They can take place at home, in a delivery room, in a birthing room or in a shower. This article will help you decide which plan you want, what you will need for delivery and how to create the perfect atmosphere for your birth.
Labor Birth: When you do go into labor, the last thing you want to think about is packing a bag. If you leave this for the last minute, chances are you will forget items you need for the birth experience. This article will help you determine which items you should be packing so you can be sure you have them on hand when the moment arrives!
Baby Checklist: Once your baby comes, you will need to be prepared with clothing, bath items, a crib, car seat and more! Read this article to make sure you have everything you need to keep your little one happy and healthy.
Breastfeeding Information: Many mothers choose to breastfeed, and while this can be a healthy option, it also takes a lot of preparation. This article will give you the information you need so that your breastfeeding experience goes as smoothly as possible.
If you are expecting a baby, this is an exciting time in your life, but you must also focus on what you will need for motherhood. Hopefully our baby checklist can help to keep you organized during this important stage in your life.

The 3 Most Important Childcare Questions, Answered
/After their new baby arrives, many parents utilize childcare — both inside and outside the home — so they can continue to work — or so they can simply have a little “me time” a day or two a week. If you anticipate you’ll want or need childcare after your baby arrives, the time to […]
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Diaper Bag Checklist: What to Always Pack
/Once you have a baby, there’s one think you’ll never leave home without: the diaper bag. As such, it’s imperative to make sure that your diaper bag is thoughtfully packed with everything you’ll need for a successful outing, no matter how long or short. So whether you’re packing up Baby for daycare or you’re bringing […]
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6 Baby Gadgets ALL New Parents Need
/Whether you’re a tech fanatic or simply want to cash-in on the modern conveniences that new technology brings for new parents, you’re going to love this round-up of baby gadgets that make parenting — and babying — a whole lot easier! Baby Gadget: Hatch Rest+ Dubbed as the machine that “does it all,” that Hatch […]
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Target Baby Registry & Welcome Bag Freebies
/Whether you’re newly pregnant or due to deliver any second, you’re likely pondering all of the various things you’ll need once Baby arrives. So if you haven’t already, it’s time to create a Target baby registry! And guess what?! When you do register, get excited for the Target baby registry welcome kit! Here, we will […]
Read more »Gender Neutral Baby Shower Themes
/Games for Neutral Baby Shower Themes There are many reasons you might choose neutral baby shower themes. Mom and Dad don’t know the baby’s gender, or the idea of a totally frilly, princess of a girl or a masculine and macho boy is just too much for mom to handle or this is not mom’s […]
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Coed Baby Showers
The New Co-ed Baby Showers Dads nowadays do everything from diaper changes and midnight feedings to Lamaze coaching and cord cutting; so why are co-ed baby showers still such a rarity? Old Sensibilities In the good ole days of yesteryear pregnancy, labor, birth and baby care were distinctly woman’s work. Dad was out in the […]
Read more »Girl Baby Shower Themes
Baby Girl Shower Themes – Choosing Yours Hosting a shower for the soon to be mother of a baby girl? Take any baby girl shower themes over the top! Little girls are really something special. (thank heaven for them, right?) Whatever angle of the baby girl theme you are highlighting, make use of these tips […]
Read more »Boy Baby Shower Theme
Picking a Baby Boy Shower Theme When throwing a party for mom to be and her little bundle of joy, every hostess wants to select a baby boy shower theme that is perfection for the bouncing bundle about to arrive; but getting the theme right is not always easy. To help you select from the […]
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Baby Shower Planning Timeline
/Baby Shower Planning – Getting Your Timeline on Track Ever heard that it’s all about timing? It’s especially true when speaking of a baby shower planning timeline. This event is a right of passage. The shower is a portion of the whole pregnancy and childbirth experience, which places no small burden on the shoulders of […]
Read more »Baby Shower Themes List
/20 Baby Shower Themes Looking for baby shower themes? Look no farther. If the extensive list below doesn’t hold the right shower for you, it is certain to spark the ideas that will get you there on your own! Cowboy Cowboy baby shower themes work well for boys and girls. Just adjust the colors of […]
Read more »Rules for a Successful Baby Shower
/6 Simple Rules for Baby Showers Who wrote the book on baby showers etiquette? Some say the rules might be a bit out of step with modern society. Some of the old baby showers rules of etiquette have long since been laid by the roadside, but what has taken their place? Welcome to a […]
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Baby Shower Planning Basics
Baby Shower Basics for the Hostess Planning a Baby Shower? Nothing is worse than feeling scattered, penniless and stressed for time as the party goes from concept to reality. It doesn’t have to be that way. If you ask yourself the right questions first, the rest will fall right in to place. Don’t Break the […]
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How to Make a Diaper Cake
How to Make a Diaper Cake Diaper cakes are not only fantastic baby shower decorations, but they also make great baby shower gifts. The internet is littered with sites offering to sell you a pre-made diaper cake, but at those prices plus shipping who can afford it? Just like any gift, when it comes […]
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Baby Shower Food
/Baby Shower Food Baby Shower Food is a wonderful centerpiece to the baby shower. These are the appetizers that will have guests asking for the recipe, cakes the mom-to-be will remember as a wonderful part of her special day, and salads that are easy to make and wonderfully filling. Browse through the recipes, you’ll […]
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Baby Shower Central
/Baby Shower Ideas Are you preparing to host a baby shower for your best friend, daughter, sister or co-worker? We’ve got all the ideas right here to help you get organized. From printable checklists and guest lists to the menu itself, it’s all here to make the shower just as fun for you as it […]
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Baby Shower Salads
/Salads are perfect for a baby shower. More than just an appetizer but not as heavy as a full meal, they leave room for the highlight of the shower (besides new mom and baby)…the cake! AMBROSIA FRUIT SALAD Ingredients: 1 (11 oz.) can mandarin oranges, drained1 (13 oz.) can pineapple chunks, drained1/2 cup miniature marshmallows1 […]
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Baby Shower Desserts and Cakes
/The Baby Shower Cake The cake can be both a dessert and a centerpiece, it will definitely be a part of the shower the mom-to-be will remember. It’s easy to make cakes and cupcakes for occasions like this. Don’t get in over your head. Buy a simple decorating package so you have everything you need. […]
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Baby Shower Appetizers
/Who doesn’t love appetizers? These appetizer recipes for baby showers are perfect finger food that isn’t too heavy but won’t leave your guests suffering from sugar overload with only cupcakes as the main course. CRAB MEAT BACON ROLLS Ingredients: 1/4 cup tomato juice1 (6 1/2 or 7 1/2 oz.) can crab meat (drained and flaked)1 […]
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Planning a Baby Shower
/If you are not the shower hostess, choose the hostess and point her this way or print all the information for her. The goal is to help the new parents welcome their new baby with friendship and love. Another goal is to do it stress-free, so the hostess get to enjoy this celebration too! We’ve […]
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Baby Shower Themes
/Baby showers can either have a theme or not. The choice to host a theme shower is up to the hostess. Having a theme has a few benefits, but it also has a few complications. It makes it easier to plan games, decorations, the cake and to add extra flair and style to the shower […]
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Baby Shower Games
Baby Shower Games Baby shower games serve two purposes. One is to get your guests mingling, participating, and laughing with each other. Many of the baby shower guests may not know each other, especially the mom-to-be’s friends and her relatives. It also gives the guest of honor some fun time with her friends and family […]
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Baby Shower Checklists
Printable Baby Shower Checklists How are you going to keep track of guests, food, and everything else you need to remember without getting stressed? With checklists of course! From start to finish, you can enjoy the shower without forgetting a thing. All of the checklists are printer-friendly versions. Start with the printable baby shower […]
Read more »Birth Plan
Birth Plan Worksheet Decide on what you want from your birth experience. This worksheet will get you started on creating a customized birth plan to ensure your care provider is aware of your wishes. A Labor Birth Plan Worksheet 1. I would like to give birth: at home in a birthing room in a delivery […]
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Childbirth Checklist: What to Pack in Your Hospital Bag
/When it’s time to deliver your baby, be prepared for the hospital with this handy checklist. You’ll want to have all of the comforts of home to ensure you’re not worried about anything and you’re completely able to focus on the safe arrival of your new baby. That said, gather the items on the below […]
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