Preparing for a Baby

How to Choose a Doula

By Heidi Gonzales

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You’ve done your research and found a list of doulas in your area. Now it’s time to choose the doula you'd like to work with. There are certain things you should take into consideration when you are choosing which doula. Is her fee in your price ... more »

How to Choose the Name "Abigail" For Your Baby

By jjmaughan

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Lovely and classic, the name "Abigail" has been given to many little girls for centuries. "Abigail" has enjoyed a recent surge in popularity, in part because of the naming trend that has taken some of the old names and made them new again. ... more »

How to Choose the Name "Isabella" For Your Baby

By jjmaughan

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Although the name "Isabella" and all its variations didn't crack the top 50 names for girls until just a decade ago, this queenly name now sits comfortably in the top 10. "Isabella" is both feminine and strong, giving the baby girl lucky enough ... more »

How to Choose the Name "Madison" For Your Baby

By jjmaughan

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Since it skyrocketed in popularity a decade or two ago, "Madison" has been consistently in the top of the most popular girl's names. There are many little "Madison" babies out there, but the abundance of nicknames will ensure that your little ... more »

How to Induce Labor

By Juliet Myfanwy Johnson

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You've waited your nine months, now you're ready for your baby to come out. Even though you're really on nature's timetable, there are some tricks you can use to help hurry out that little bundle of joy. Experts argue over whether the tricks are ... more »

How to Personalize First Letter of Baby's Name for Wall Hanging

By momoftwingirls

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Making something special for a baby shower is always a nice touch. How about finding the first letter of the baby's name, in natural wood or already painted, and personalizing it? Here, I will show you how to add embellishments to the first ... more »

How to prepare for a new baby

By rachelachin

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I found that when I was pregnant, many older mums would say unhelpful things like: "Oh, you'll have your hands full" and "life will never be the same again". It actually frightened me, because they would be negative but ... more »

How to Provide for your Baby on a Tight Budget

By Christina Ellis

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New parents are often overwhelmed with the responsibilities of parenthood. Babies require much time, effort and financial obligation. Here are some tips for new parents on a budget to help ease some of the pressures and allow you to settle into ... more »

How to Talk to Your Baby In Utero

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Babies are capable of hearing even before they are born, and many people believe that talking or singing to a baby in-utero is a great way to begin the parent-child bonding relationship, and perhaps even to stimulate a baby's intellect before ... more »

How to Bond With an Unborn Baby

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Some cultures have complex ceremonies to welcome babies still unborn. Indeed, recent research indicates that bonding with your unborn baby may help with personality development. Bonding with your unborn baby is a fun and safe activity that will ... more »

How to Choose a Last Name for Your Baby as a Lesbian Couple

By Beren deMotier

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A no-brainer it’s not; choosing a last name for your coming baby as a lesbian couple is fraught with nuances, repercussions, social assumptions and a minefield of mixed emotions. But it’s also an opportunity to let your family structure shine! ... more »

How to Choose the Name "Jacob" for Your Baby

By jjmaughan

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"Jacob" is one of the most popular names in the United States, and has been ranked as #1 for a few years in a row. This classic name has real staying power--it was also one of the top 10 names back in 1900. There are plenty of good reasons to ... more »

How to Choose the Name "Olivia" For Your Baby

By jjmaughan

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"Olivia" is one of those names that has returned from the past with a vengeance. It's not uncommon to find babies bearing the name as well as grandmothers, proving that the name is suited for every stage of a girl's life. With flowing vowels and ... more »

How to Eat for Two

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Eating for two doesn't just mean two scoops of ice cream. Here are a few tips on making sure you and your unborn baby are getting the proper nutrients... more »

How to Find out if You Are Pregnant

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Are you wondering if your extreme lethargy or tender breasts are early signs of pregnancy? While every woman's body responds differently, there are some common pregnancy symptoms. .. more »

How to Help a Child Adjust to the Birth of a New Sibling

By Civita Dyer

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You just found out you’re having another baby. Now your task is to make it easier on your first child to adjust to a new family member. It’s not as hard as it sounds. Most women panic about dealing with sibling rivalry. By showing a little ... more »

How to Know the Top 10 Baby Names of a Hundred Years Ago

By jjmaughan

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Names come in and out of style as new generations of parents search for just the right names for their new little ones. Many of the old classics are back, while some are thankfully never to return. For parents who are thinking of baby names and ... more »

How to Make a Baby Crib Sheet

By michellemathews

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Baby crib sheets, while a nursery necessity, can be expensive. And new parents can never get away with just having one or two crib sheets. Babies often soak through their diapers at night or nap time, so it’s important to have plenty of extra ... more »

How to Make Your Pregnant Wife Happy

By Giuditta Tornetta

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Your wife is pregnant and moody, you like to cheer her up but have run out of ideas and want to save money for the new family. One of the most frequent questions we get asked is, "How can I say 'I love you' to my parter?" To answer this ... more »

How to Name a Baby

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Whether you decide to go with a traditional name or with a more unusual one, make sure the name will fit your baby throughout life... more »

How to Plan a Home Birth

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Giving birth at home is, for many women, a way to make sure they're comfortable and in control during labor and delivery... more »

How to Plan a Water Birth

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Water births, say advocates, make labor less painful for the mother and ease an infant's transition into the world outside the womb... more »

How to Prepare a Dog for a New Baby

By eHow Parenting Editor

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Welcoming a new baby into the family is a joyous occasion, unless you're the family pet. Many pets are unprepared for the stresses that come along with a new baby, which is why it's imperative that you start working with your dog early to get him ... more »

How to Prepare for a New Baby

By eHow Parenting Editor

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There's a good reason why you were given nine plus months to get ready: Not only does having a new baby mean decorating a nursery and buying equipment, it also means preparing for a new life to join yours seamlessly... more »

How to Survive a Baby Registry Trip (For Men)

By jfish

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All right, fellas. The dreaded day has come. You and your pregnant wife have to go to your baby store of choice (or perhaps several) and create a baby registry. Yes, it will take a while. Yes, you may have to make several trips. And yes, ... more »

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