Baby Names: Do's & Don'ts

Choosing a baby name... For most parents, it's the hardest part of being pregnant. But let's be honest: it's enough with the Aidan's and Emma's already... and the Apples and Inspektor Pilots for that matter too... Whether you're going trendy or down right different (a.k.a. weird!), there are some major things to consider when choosing a name. Today, Ann Douglas, author of The Mother of All Pregnancy Books, shares some tips:

Ask Yourself: What is in a name?
-Do't name a baby after a living person- especially not a friend!
-Will name grow with a baby. Cute at age 3 but not at age 30!
-Do give it the "initial test"
-Don't go trendy- You don't want to give the name that everyone else is using. Boring!

-The Meaning of Common Baby Names May Surprise You!

-Do You Regret the Name You Gave Your Baby?

-How Did You Choose Your Baby's Name?

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