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How to make a checkerboard gender reveal cake

How to make a checkerboard gender reveal cake

It's a...well you have to cut the cake to find out! Use your favourite vanilla cake recipe (baked mixes work, too) to make this yummy gender reveal cake.

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8 baby names meaning beautiful

8 baby names meaning beautiful

Are you looking for a meaningful name for your little one? Check out these baby boy and girl names that all mean beautiful.

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Dealing with the anxiety of having a preemie

Dealing with the anxiety of having a preemie

Every day with an extreme preemie can bring a new stress and source of worry. How do you get through that?

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Why it was so important to take pictures of my preemie

Why it was so important to take pictures of my preemie

It’s hard to look at images of those machines hooked up to my extreme preemie. But I’m glad to have a record of all those moments. This is my son’s story.

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20 easy finger foods for babies

20 easy finger foods for babies

If your baby is between six and nine months, then she's probably ready to try finger foods. Here are 20 first foods that your baby can feed herself.

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Teething baby? 7 things to know

Teething baby? 7 things to know

Is your baby a drooling, cranky mess? He's probably teething (and you're probably really tired). Here's how to help your teething baby.

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7 easy ways to save money on diapers

7 easy ways to save money on diapers

Your baby will go through 310 diapers in the first month alone. So you're definitely going to need these tips on how to save money on diapers.

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11 royal-inspired baby names

11 royal-inspired baby names

Is your baby born to rule? Then check out these adorable and royal-inspired baby names.

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10 Disney-inspired baby names

10 Disney-inspired baby names

"Wish I could be, part of that world." Take baby name inspiration from your favourite Disney princes, princesses and crabs!

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How to potty train your toddler in three days

How to potty train your toddler in three days

You can potty train your toddler in three days—no magic required. But you are going to need paper towels because there will be accidents.

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6 old wives' tales for predicting gender

6 old wives' tales for predicting gender

Do you have a serious craving for chocolate? Or are french fries and chips your new best friend? That means you're having a...well you have to watch to find out.

Alyssa Ashton

When do babies smile?

When do babies smile?

Was that a real smile or just gas? We break down when you'll see your baby's first grin—and when she will start smiling back at you!

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5 baby shower games you'll actually want to play

5 baby shower games you'll actually want to play

We've all played Guess the Baby Food too many times. These unique baby shower games are fun for all the guests and the mama-to-be.

Alyssa Ashton

What you need to know about postpartum depression—from a mom who's been there

What you need to know about postpartum depression—from a mom who's been there

Claire was diagnosed with postpartum depression when her son was five months old. This is her story.

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Dos and don'ts of sleep training

Dos and don'ts of sleep training

So you’re ready to start sleep training your baby and you're probably feeling a bit anxious about it. Before you start, read these tips from a doctor.

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Your odds of conceiving at every point in your cycle

Your odds of conceiving at every point in your cycle

Trying to conceive? Find out your odds at every point in your cycle, from your period to post-ovulation, then aim for the fertility sweet spot!

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10 amazing facts about pregnancy

10 amazing facts about pregnancy

Your heart is literally growing during pregnancy! Watch for more cool facts about pregnancy.

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If you want to get pregnant, when should you stop birth control?

Trying to conceive

If you want to get pregnant, when should you stop birth control?

Alexandra Sowa, M.D., a doctor of internal medicine reveals when you should stop taking birth control if you want to get pregnant.

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7 foods to feed your baby before age one

7 foods to feed your baby before age one

Here are the foods to feed your baby before age one, if you want them to have good eating habits later in life.

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Postpartum exercise: Baby-carrier workout

Postpartum exercise: Baby-carrier workout

Baby on board—literally! Get in a few minutes of exercise with this fun baby-carrier workout.

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