Baby on a Budget – the Barest Bare Essentials
I love websites that list the essentials baby items you’ll need and list a wipe warmer. I’ve got nothing against wipe warmers but I’d…
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100 Unique Baby Shower Gift Ideas
If you’ve just received an invite to a baby shower and you want your gift to be something thoughtful and totally unique, we’ve got…
Due Date Calculator: How Many Weeks Pregnant Am I?
Calculating the due date of your precious cargo is a natural first step after getting your positive test. In order to figure that out,...
How do I get my breast pump covered by insurance?
Let’s get one thing about babies out of the way: the cost of all of their accessories adds up fast. But we’ve got good…
Best Baby Monitor Buying Guide
Baby monitors are great because you can get anything from a basic cheap and cheerful one to a super-surveillance high-tech model that monitors your…
Pick the Best Infant Car Seat Quiz
When it comes to baby car seats, it might feel like you’ve got a million and one choices to make. So I’ve put together…
Is Your Doctor Evidence-Based? Questions to Ask When Choosing a Care Provider
Choosing a care provider is one of the first decisions you make after getting your positive test. One simple way to help narrow down...
Free Printable ‘Bring a Book’ Baby Shower Inserts
In the last few years, a popular baby shower trend has grown where guests are asked to bring a favorite book and sign it…
Being Pregnant in Germany: Anatomy and Pregnancy Terms auf Deutsch
As a pregnant woman living in a first world country, I’ve had many visits to the doctor thus far. Every four weeks, to be…
How to Pack an “Oh Shit” Baby Kit for the Car
If you’re looking for a unique baby shower gift, or just prepping your life with a newborn, consider putting together a do-it-yourself Oh Shit…
Preparing for a Second Baby
Preparing to bring a second baby home can be just as daunting as it was the first time around, but for totally different reasons….
Britax Marathon ClickTight Convertible Car Seat Review
There are a ton of incredible car seats out there on the market, so companies are constantly being pushed to find ways to stand…
The Ultimate Hospital Bag Packing Checklist
I remember being about 32 weeks pregnant and all the conversation at work switched from, “How ya feeling?” to “Is your hospital bag packed…
I Finally Found an Excellent Birth Course: and It’s All Online
I am approached to review birth classes A LOT. I’ve listened to a number of them and, while they are very good, they aren’t…
Best Non-Baby Gifts to Add to Your Baby Registry
Whether you’re creating your baby registry, or you’re the one giving the baby gift, I started thinking about some non-traditional gifts that might be…
Minimalist Living: Raising Kids in a Small Space
Like many couples, when we decided to start a family we wondered how long we could stay in our one bedroom apartment. We know we…
Best Nursery Nook Ideas – Creating Space for Baby in a Master Bedroom
When it comes to planning a space for your newborn, the Internet can be a bit of a cruel mistress. While there’s no doubt…
The Great Second Baby Debate: Head Vs. Heart
Some time ago, and I can’t pinpoint exactly when, my body started to crave another baby. I’m pretty sure my ovaries started to ache (although that…
“Help, What Do I Need for This Baby?” – Check Out Gugu Concierge
Picture this, you are pregnant and know you have to get a bunch of stuff. You walk into a baby store all prepared to…
Blueprint Baby Registry Review
I’m a pretty visual person, so when I first heard how Blueprint’s baby registry worked, I was excited to check it out. Here’s how…
