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Pregnancy is a time for celebration, and there's no better place to celebrate than at a baby shower. Get tips for planning the perfect shower and ideas to make the day one you will never forget.

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Should Dad-to-be Attend the Baby Shower?
Two Moms and an Expert Weigh in on Dads at the Baby Shower
In recent years, a trend of coed baby showers has emerged, where Dad-to-be attends and participates in all activities alongside the expectant mom. Should the expecting dad attend the baby shower, or should it be a ladies-only affair?

Blessingways
A Mother-Centered Celebration
Bonnie Walker of Bend, Ore., first heard of Blessingways when she was invited to a friend's ceremony.

An Open House Baby Shower
A New Twist on Baby Showers
In today's hectic society it's not unusual for a family's weekend to be completely booked months ahead of time.

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Pregnancy Due Date Calculator
When am I due? The Pregnancy Due Date Calculator will figure out your due date. Just enter the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP) to calculate your due date or even when conception occurred.

Pregnancy Week by Week Calculator
How many weeks pregnant am I? Enter the date of the first day of your last menstrual period (LMP), and the Pregnancy Week by Week Calculator will calculate a week-by-week timeline of your pregnancy.

Birth Plan Generator
What's a birth plan? Get inspiration from a sample birth plan. Create your own free birth plan, and then print out copies for your doctor, the hospital or birth center, your coach and one for you.

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10 Baby Shower Games
Here are 10 baby shower games to play at your shower!

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