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Creating a Safe Baby Blog

A baby blog is a fun, hip way of keeping track of your baby's development. However, you should blog wisely and follow these safety guidelines.

Physical Development During Baby's First Year

Milestones in physical development for babies in their first year. A breakdown of height and weight growth expectations, physical appearance, sensory development, and gross and fine motor skills for ages 0 to 3 months, 3 to 6 months, 6 to 9 months, and 9 to 12 months.

Most Common Names for Boys

Many lists of most common names really don't give an accurate picture of the most popular baby names because they do not group names that are pronounced the same but spelled differently the same. Check out this list of names by popularity of pronunciation to learn how common a name really is, regardless of how it is spelled.

Popular Baby Names for Girls

Many popular baby name lists do not group together names that are pronounced the same but spelled differently. Check out these popular baby names which give a more accurate picture of name popularity.

Calendar of Births of Celebrity Babies

Wondering which celebrity had a baby on your baby's birthday? Browse our calendar of celebrity babies' birthdays.

When To Introduce Solids, Baby Food Guidelines

Solids, baby needs, and the appropriate timing of solid foods - it's all a puzzle for many parents. These suggested guidelines will help sort all out what food you can give your baby at what age.

Fall Names for Autumn-Born Babies

Looking for baby names for your autumn born baby? Here's a great selection of ideas for you to "harvest".

Celebrity Due Dates

Wondering which pregnant celebrities are due in 2011? Check out our list of celebrity due dates and find when the babies to the stars are due this year. Celebrity due dates include Mariah Carey, Mike Tyson, and Ian Zeiring.

Top Ten Frugal Tips for Babies

Looking for ways to save money? Check out this frugal tips for babies' needs. Find ways to cut costs without skimping on the essentials.

When People Judge Your Parenting Style

If you are a parent, more than likely you've come into contact with people who are quick to judge your parenting style. Wondering how you can handle or even diffuse negative judgements against your parenting choices, check out these suggestions.

How to Make Disposable Baby Wipes

Simple directions on how to make your own disposable baby wipes from paper towels.

5 Great Homemade Baby Girl Gifts

Homemade baby items are a special, personal way to show your love. Check out these ideas for handmade gifts for baby girls.

Learn How to Make a Diaper Wreath

Learn how to make a diaper wreath to create a fun alternative to the diaper cakes that are popular gifts at baby showers. Baby diaper wreaths are smaller than diaper cakes, which makes them quick and inexpensive gift ideas.

Celebrity Diaper Bags

Looking for a bag with a bit more pizzazz? Why not carry one of these celebrity diaper bags? List of diaper bags, cost and the celebrity who toted the stylish diaper bag.

Great Valentine's Gifts From Baby for the Entire Family

Is this your baby's first Valetine's Day? In addition to giving you baby gifts, what gifts from baby will your baby dole out? Check out these ideas on gifts from baby to parents, grandparents, siblings and others.

12 Days of Christmas for Babies

The 12 Days of Christmas is a wellknown Christmas Carol, check out this play on the 12 Days lyrics for babies featuring items from Etsy designers.

Turn Baby Photos Into Art Inspired by Andy Warhol Pictures

Using Adobe Photoshop Elements 9, you can turn your favorite baby photos into wall art inspired by Andy Warhol pictures.

How to Make a Digital Scrapbooking Layout for Your Baby

Digital scrapbooking does not have to be difficult or expensive. You can make a special baby scrapbook layout using your favorite baby pictures and Adobe Photoshop Elements.

Make Baby Birth Announcements With Adobe Photoshop Elements

To save money while announcing your little bundle of joy, you can create customized baby birth announcements using Adobe Photoshop Elements 9.

10 Baby Development Milestones for Your Scrapbook

Documenting important baby development milestones will help make your baby scrapbook an accurate reflection of your child's first year.

Famous Moms Give Inspriation for Celebrity Gifts This Mother's Day

Celebrity gifts offer great inspiration for mother's day presents. Take a look at these celebrity moms and get ideas for celebrity gifts.

Favorite Baby Lullabies

Baby lullabies are a great element of your baby bedtime routine. Use baby lullabies to signal that it is time to go to bed. Here are several options of baby lullabies.

Understanding Your Options for Babies' Cribs

The styles and kinds of various babies' cribs on the market is plentiful. How do you sort through all the choices and select the baby crib that is most ideal for your nursery? Check out this buying guide for babies' cribs.

Create Custom Photo Jewelry for Mother's Day

Custom photo jewelry makes a great gift for Mother's Day. Save money by making your own photo pendants using basic jewelry making supplies.

Decorating Picture Frames for Baby Photos

Decorating picture frames can be a good way to showcase special baby photos. Unfinished wooden frames can be decorated with papers and embellishments to make unique gifts or home decor.

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