Add a little bit of fun to a basic birthday cake or baby shower cake with one of these DIY cake toppers.

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Baby showers

Let us help navigate daily life with your growing family, with everything from kids’ craft and activity ideas to advice on discipline and birthday party inspiration.

Family

Wow your guests at a baby shower or birthday party with this petal cake.

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You want to make an ombré cake, but you're short on time and, frankly, not a cake boss. Don't worry, we have a cake hack that can help!

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So you've made a cake, but how should decorate it. We show you a fun and easy cake decorating idea.

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Decorate your party and feed your guests with these deliciously cute baby shower cupcake ideas.

10 baby shower cupcake ideas

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Looking for unique baby shower ideas? Check out our suggestions for themes, menus, baby shower games, etiquette, planning a baby shower, and much more.

Pregnancy

Everything you need to know about your pregnancy: what to expect week by week, tips for baby names and baby shower planning, pregnancy health, and more.

Want to keep a baby book but don't have time for cut-and-paste scrapbooking? Try one of these digital solutions.

8 digital baby book ideas that are easier than a scrapbook

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Crafts

From babbling, crawling, and walking to boosting baby brain power, see what baby milestones to expect in your child’s first year.

Baby

Everything you need to know about your baby, including information on breastfeeding, teething, colic, baby development, food, sleep, and more..

Baby development

Welcome to parenthood, ladies & gents. This hilarious card shows parents-to-be just how obnoxious a crying baby can be.

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Introducing Babypod: The first-ever concert for your fetus

How do you calm a fussy baby? With The Imperial March, of course

Donkey is the funniest word ever to this adorable kid

This hilarious Adele parody is a new anthem for moms

Blogs

Baby showers are overwhelming, so it's normal to feel a bit apprehensive about having one. Here are some tips to help make sure your baby shower is fun.

What to do if you're dreading your own baby shower

10 baby shower gifts you probably never thought of

5 baby shower games that won't make you cringe

Baby shower etiquette — avoid these faux pas

Steps and Stages

Are you looking for unique baby shower ideas? Check out this gorgeous milk and cookies-themed party—there are roses and chalkboard banners, too.

Baby shower ideas: Milk and Cookies

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For a little friendly competition, diivide into teams and find out who knows the most nursery rhymes at your baby shower. As a bonus. Mom-to-be will learn a few new tunes to help her soothe Baby when the time comes.

Looking for fun baby shower games? See who knows the most nursery rhymes.

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What makes a successful baby shower? A delicious selection of small bites and snack foods. Your work is done with these easy baby shower appetizers.

10 fuss-free baby shower appetizers

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13 baby shower gifts you probably never thought of

12 baby shower games that won't make you cringe

From bath bombs to DIY goodies, we've rounded up 14 swoon-worthy baby shower favours.

14 baby shower favours for $10 or less

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5 baby shower games that won’t make you cringe

Are baby showers still an important tradition?

New baby

Celebrate the mom-to-be with these super fun baby shower games.

11 baby shower games

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Using these raindrop-themed baby shower ideas to throw a party for a mom-to-be is as easy as pie.

Baby shower ideas: Raindrop theme

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Stumped on cute ideas? Find inspiration in these baby shower trends.

12 hot baby shower trends

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Outdoor activities

Celebrity maternity style! Check out Kerry Washington's elegant red-carpet dress—plus, details on her baby shower and emotional note from pal Jane Fonda.

Celebrity maternity style: Elegant Kerry Washington

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This month's debate: Two moms face off on the topic of baby showers. Are they still important?

Are baby showers still important?

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One reader gives us the lowdown on the inspiration behind her adorable old-timey baby shower.

Baby shower ideas: Old-timey

Whether you're a shower-hosting rookie or an old pro looking for new ideas, here's how to fete any mom-to-be with style.

How to throw a baby shower

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Soon-to-be mom Monica Reyes celebrates her upcoming arrival in non-traditional ways.

Baby showers

23 awesome cake toppers you can make yourself

Cake decorating idea: Petal cake

Cake decorating idea: Simplified ombré cake

Cake decorating idea: Chocolate squiggle cake