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Be sure to include a car seat on your baby registry. Credit: Getty


Much like registering for a wedding, a baby registry is a fun opportunity to step aside from all the planning and let people know what gifts you'd love to receive.

A baby registry is basically a checklist of products, from a store or stores of your choice, that you want for your newborn. And deciding what goes on your baby registry is an enjoyable and practical step to get you started with your nursery.

The list makes gift giving easy for your friends and family -- when stumped, they may simply refer to the baby registry. It will show what has been purchased, avoiding the problem of duplicates, and, if you register with a national chain, family and friends who do not live in your town can check online for your wish list.

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]]>baby-giftsbaby-registriesbaby-registrybabyregistryparent-dishregistriesColleen LarsonMon, 28 Jun 2010 10:00:00 ESTBaby Books: DIY Project for Older Siblingshttp://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-books/http://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-books/http://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-books/#commentsFiled under:


Involve older siblings in projects to welcome the new baby. Credit: Getty


One of the of the most original ways to welcome a new addition into the family is with a hand-crafted baby book. Stuffed animals and cute baby clothes are nice, but baby books, especially when done as a DIY project by older siblings, is a gift likely to be treasured for life.

Adults are fond of holding on to items they received as children that are special to them, and, chances are, a baby book made by an older brother or sister would be cherished.

A lot of attention is going to be placed on the new addition, which often can take away from the attention an older sibling is used to receiving. Getting older siblings involved in a DIY project for the baby, such as making a baby book, reminds a big brother or sister that they have not been forgotten. It also gives them a unique way to show a new baby their love.

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]]>baby-booksbabybooksDIYprojectolder-siblingsparent-dishscrapbookColleen LarsonMon, 28 Jun 2010 10:00:00 ESTBaby Gear for the Beachhttp://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-gear/http://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-gear/http://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-gear/#commentsFiled under:


Pack smart to make a day at the beach with your baby a breeze. Credit: Getty


For many moms and dads, bringing your baby to the beach is one of the most enjoyable ways to spend a day with the family.

Kids love the water, and parents do, too -- after all, who can resist the thrill of making a giant sand castle, watching tiny toes test the water or catching a little snooze in the sun?

But for the first few years of your baby's life, going to the beach means packing a lot of special baby gear. It's important not only to protect children from the sun, but also to provide them with the tools to really enjoy their special day.

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]]>baby-gearbaby-gear-for-the-beachbabygearbeachbeach-babyparent-dishsun-protectionsunscreenswim-diapersColleen LarsonMon, 28 Jun 2010 10:00:00 ESTBaby Gift Baskets: Think Beyond the Diapershttp://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-gift-baskets/http://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-gift-baskets/http://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-gift-baskets/#commentsFiled under:


A baby gift basket can help your present stand out among others. Credit: Getty


A gift basket is a popular way to congratulate new parents, and while you certainly can buy one that is already assembled, creating your own baby gift basket makes for a highly personalized present.

"They can be given for baby showers, baptisms, christenings or as a congratulation gift after the baby arrives," mom community Sure Baby stresses. "Whether it's a baby girl or boy, a gift basket for a new baby is always appreciated."

Baby gift baskets typically consist of diapers or receiving blankets and other usual baby basics, but how do you make your baby gift basket stand out? Keep the mom's personality in mind and try some of these fresh ideas for a really unique baby gift basket.

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]]>baby-gift-basketsbaby-giftsbabygiftbasketsdiy-baby-gift-basketsparent-dishColleen LarsonMon, 28 Jun 2010 10:00:00 ESTBaby Coupons: How to Organize a Swap Grouphttp://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-coupons/http://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-coupons/http://www.parentdish.com/2010/06/28/baby-coupons/#commentsFiled under:


Swap coupons, save money and have fun, too. Credit: Corbis


Most parents would agree that saving money on baby products is important, and one way to cut costs is with the use of coupons.

Baby coupons exist for a variety of products, such as diapers, baby formula, clothing, baby medicine and much more. Finding these coupons, however, is not always easy. But we have a solution: One of the best ways to get a variety of baby coupons is to join a swap group.

Forming a swap group, specifically one for baby coupons, is an excellent way for families to save money. In these groups, you offer coupons for goods you do not use to someone who might use them. In return, you receive coupons for products you do use.

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]]>baby-couponsbabycouponscoupon-swap-groupscouponswapgroupparent-dishColleen LarsonMon, 28 Jun 2010 10:00:00 EST