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Baby Shower Games
Are you looking to find some games and activities to play at your baby shower, here are some fun and silly games that will "break the ice (or waters)".
Books to help toddlers prepare for a new baby
Worried about how your toddler will handle having a sibling? These fun and colourful picture books will help them get used to the idea.
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Revealed: the world's hottest baby names for 2016
There's no doubt Princess Charlotte is still melting hearts around the world, but it seems her sweet moniker is no longer the number one choice for baby girls.
Soldier's hilarious reply when told 'men don't go to baby showers'
Modern day men are more hands on than ever when it comes to parenting.
Look to the stars for baby name inspiration
Some stellar baby name inspiration from the stars.
How to make a DIY baby hamper
It's easy to make a baby hamper when you know how.
10 more dream nurseries on Instagram
We've spotted some amazing decorating talent on Instagram. Tune in for the latest nursery inspiration.
How to choose a rare and unusual baby name
On the hunt for an rare and unusual moniker? Here's some advice on how to search for 'the one'.
Baby name inspiration by music genre
If you're all about the music, then you'll need a musical name for that baby. We've got all the lists for you by music genre.
Baby names from jazz, blues and soul music
We've visited the world of jazz, blues and soul music for baby name inspiration.
Introducing a new baby to a blended family
How can you prepare your child for their new step sibling? And how can you overcome any speed bumps en route?
Naming a baby after loss: names for your rainbow baby
Essential Baby members suggested some beautiful and meaningful names for a fellow members rainbow baby.
I let my stepdaughter find out the sex of my baby, but had her keep it a secret from me
My stepdaughter was confident that she was ready to be the only person to know the sex of the baby for the next six months - and could keep the secret.
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