Preparing for Baby

Fill your fall baby shower with elements of autumn to welcome your new baby.

Choose one of these environmentally friendly baby shower gifts for the expectant eco-mama in your life.

Rock that belly while looking trendy and stylish.

If you're designing your baby's nursery, you may want to consider buying organic furniture. It's safer and healthier because it doesn't emit dangerous chemicals. Read on to learn more, about why going green may be good for you.

With these beachy ideas, you can throw a baby shower that will really make waves!

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Don't melt away with a bun in the oven - use these ideas to help you keep cool throughout your summer pregnancy!

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Looking for a unique baby shower theme that makes your shower stand out from the rest? Check out these three ideas!

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Looking for baby shower games that won't bore your guests? Here are seven games that will keep eyes from rolling.

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Finding the right birth control option can take some trial and error. We broke down the most common methods so you can find one that works best for you and your lifestyle.

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Nowadays, many parents choose to find of the gender of their child. It's awfully tempting, right? But for those of you who wait (way to go!), you may need some inspiration for gender-neutral nursery themes.

Looking for baby shower game ideas? Check out these printables for everything from Baby Shower Bingo to Name That (Baby!) Tune, and more!

Do you have all the gear you'll need for your new bundle of joy? Print this baby registry checklist to be sure you cover all your bases! Also, check out these fun baby shower game printables.

For this baby shower game, create a playlist of songs that have the word "baby" in the title (hint: use a mix of older and newer songs so that all players have a fair chance). Print this sheet for each guest to guess the song title and artist while you play a snippet of the song. Give one point for each correct title and two points for each correct artist. The player with the most points wins! Check out these other fun baby shower games.

Wondering what you need to get done during the final stretch of pregnancy? Your to-do list might seem long, but these third-trimester tips are all you really need to prepare for your little one's arrival.

Use this list for tips on what to check off during your second trimester, from buying a crib to planning your maternity leave.

As your due date approaches, it's time to get all your ducks in a row! Use this checklist to organize the must-do tasks in the exciting final weeks of your third trimester of pregnancy. (This hospital packing list is also helpful.)