Choosing a Baby Name

The process of choosing a baby name is one that for many parents requires a great deal of time and effort. The good news is we're here to make things a little easier, so you can get back to more important things - like planning for the arrival of your little one!  Check out our articles that can help you choose the perfect name for your baby and find out more about how to choose the right baby name, baby name customs and traditions, and how to avoid a baby name that could lead later in life to a nickname you would rather not have for your child.  

Beginning The Process

To start choosing a baby name you'll need to read up on how to start choosing your child's name. These top four baby name tips will get you well on your way to finding the perfect baby name both you and your partner will agree on.  Check out our articles on how to begin a baby name search and also check out some of the latest baby name trends.  When deciding on a baby name you may want to choose a family name or look to a baby naming custom for inspiration.  Nothing is more meaningful than honoring a memeber of the family by naming your baby after him or her.  You can even use maiden names and middle names as inspiration.  Find out more about how to begin your baby name search.

Great Tips

If you're still stuck when trying to choose a baby name, read our article on helpful tips for choosing the best baby name, which also provides parents with advice on special considerations to keep in mind during the selection process. For example, learn how to avoid hurtful nicknames when choosing your child's name.  He/she will really appreciate it during the school years.  Before choosing a first name you will want to think about the initials it will create with your last name and any middle names you might be choosing and also about any unpleasant rhyming that might go with that name.  Nothing is more hurtful than negative nicknames.  Keep this in mind when picking out your child's name.

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