Mommy and daddy aren't the only ones who have been expecting the stork's arrival, so announcing baby's debut is big deal to new parents. Lots of mamas prefer to go with a custom birth announcement as unique as their new baby — and nothing says custom like letterpress announcements or photo birth announcements. Click through to check out nine creative custom birth announcements for a little Read more

Get dressed for the occasion! Bringing home baby is a big deal and 81 percent of our readers bought a special ensemble for their newborn to wear on the special day. For many new parents, getting their tot ready for the ride home is the first time they've ever dressed their lil one. With that in mind, its important to pick out an outfit that is easy to put on a squirmy baby. Look for clothes with Read more

Let's hear it for dear ole dad! While mom may spend her pregnancy thinking about kick counts, delivery, and early breastfeeding, the father-to-be has other worries of his own. From ways to bond with his new offspring to concerns of a monetary nature, check out pop's biggest concerns and ways to quell his fears before your lil one arrives. Read more

Hearing "It's a boy!" is a thrilling experience for parents who hoped to raise a son, but one of the first major decisions a mom and dad has to make is whether or not to circumcise their son. A San Francisco man wants to outlaw this practice because he believes it be genital mutilation. While the procedure is a common one when performed shortly after the boy's arrival, it can be more Read more

One of the most amazing parts of motherhood is watching relationships blossom between your children. Siblings share a special bond unlike any other so it's essential to emphasize that from the get-go. If you're expecting another lil one, consider a creative way to introduce your child to the family's newest addition. Check out our slideshow for a couple of tried and true ideas. Read more

There's no bond quite as strong as that between mother and child. Once a baby enters the world, it is just assumed that mum and newborn will gaze into each other's eyes and fall in love. For some this is the case, but for many others, the relationship isn't quite as natural. If mommy needs some help feeling that connection, she can take a tip from these eight pointers. Read more

Cry baby! Some parents are fortunate to find a remedy to their lil one's crying fits, while others are forced to search for solutions on a daily basis. For every book on the subject, there is a mother with her own ideas. While we may not recommend giving the baby a bottle or whiskey, there are plenty of other methods to try. We've gathered up 10 of our favorite ways to soothe a fussy baby, but Read more

In certain circles like Tinseltown, there's been a bit of a baby boom. While lots of folks outfit their bundles of joy in traditional garb, there are quite a few items on the market ranging from the ridiculous to the outrageous that are sure to make an infant the center of attention — for better or worse. Check out our roundup and be forewarned, the products are not for wee wallflowers! Read more

Once mama has gotten over the fears of conception and pregnancy, the worry then spills over to newborn life. Moms vex over major and minor details as nobody wants their baby to come into harm's way. Getty Read more

You may wonder how I could miss breastfeeding when I had a list of reasons why I happily weaned my baby. While it was the best decision for me and my baby to move him to a formula diet, there are reasons I gave my children mother's milk to get them started in life. Source Read more