One of the most fun—and challenging—early parenting moments is selecting the right name for your child. Some parents have a name picked out for years while others debate the choices long after the baby is born. How do you find something that is just right? Here we look at the issues and popular trends to consider when choosing a name for your child, as well as ways to narrow down the list.  More

Everyone tells you being a mom will be hard work but it’s tough to know what that really means until you are there. Suddenly, your job, social calendar and relationship are put on hold while you focus on caring for a new life, which might leave you feeling like you’ve lost a bit of your identity. How do you balance finding time for you with caring for your child?  More

We’ve all heard the cliché of dad-to-be making a midnight run to the convenience store for pickles and ice cream to satisfy his pregnant wife’s craving. While not all pregnant women will have the sudden and strong urge for a particular food, many will. Here, we look at some of the reasons behind pregnancy cravings and what expectant mothers can do to help curb them.  More

The more mobile baby becomes, the more opportunity there is for mishaps. Understanding first aid will help you stay calm and know how to best care for your baby when accidents happen.  More

You have options for how and where you decide to bring your baby into the world and now is the perfect time to plan for the special day.  More

Many expectant moms feel a deep connection to their baby from the moment they realize they are pregnant, while for others, the connection develops over time. All expectant moms can enhance this bond as they wait for their baby to arrive.  More

Here’s what to bring with you – everything you’ll need before labour and after delivery, along with a few things to make your hospital stay more comfortable.  More

Advance planning builds confidence and setting up the nursery makes an enjoyable – and exciting – third trimester activity.  More

Help your baby explore his world safely by baby-proofing your home well before he is mobile. Although he is always supervised, it’s amazing how fast a baby can crawl or walk, and he is curious about everything around him.  More

Bringing your baby home is exciting but it can also be a little bit frightening. You may have pictured the moment hundreds of times throughout your pregnancy, never dreaming that when the time came, you would feel so nervous.  More