My luverly wife and I had a baby a few months ago. He's a great little feller. We're now ready, physically, to have sex again but... (possibly NSFW) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 26, 2009 - 9 answers

does anyone know where i can get the knitting pattern for this? [more inside]
posted by violetk on Nov 18, 2009 - 16 answers

We are having a baby! We are super excited, except that we are in NYC without health insurance and really scared. What are our options? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Nov 14, 2009 - 33 answers

A friend who hates mothering. Ideas? [more inside]
posted by LittleMissCranky on Nov 12, 2009 - 32 answers

My son's first Christmas is approaching. Six days afterward he will turn one. Help me make an awesome wish list as the grandparents are already asking for ideas. [more inside]
posted by rebeccabeagle on Nov 11, 2009 - 28 answers

How do you measure how much formula your infant is eating? [more inside]
posted by dpx.mfx on Nov 6, 2009 - 12 answers

Why is my baby still waking up hungry twice a night? [more inside]
posted by Blackwatch on Oct 29, 2009 - 26 answers

My wife is going mad looking for BPA-free teething toys for our 5-month old. Can you point me to web sites (or other resources) that might help us find such toys? [more inside]
posted by ajr on Oct 17, 2009 - 14 answers

It's small, it's interesting, I WANT TO PUT IT IN MY MOUTH: suggest everyday objects or materials that will amuse and delight a six-month-old baby? [more inside]
posted by Bardolph on Oct 14, 2009 - 37 answers

My bestest best friend is right now in the hospital giving birth to her first baby! It's amazing, and I want to do absolutely everything I can to help her! ....But I'm 750 miles away. What can I do to give her my support? [more inside]
posted by Ms. Saint on Oct 13, 2009 - 15 answers

My wife is helping to host a baby shower for a good friend of hers having a baby boy. The theme is "king of the jungle". Someone else is already bringing baked goods. What could my wife bring for favors
posted by dstopps on Oct 10, 2009 - 3 answers

Puppy and Baby? [more inside]
posted by brevator on Oct 10, 2009 - 10 answers

Unless we can turn the baby over, Mrs. Littlerobothead is going to have a c-section on the 23rd. [more inside]
posted by littlerobothead on Oct 9, 2009 - 27 answers

Baby shower help please? I'm throwing a baby shower for my sister-in-law in a couple weeks. It's going to be a co-ed Halloween party basically, but also there will be baby presents. How can I incorporate babies & Halloween in the food and decorations? Cheaper is better, as I'm about to be laid off soon!
posted by chiababe on Oct 8, 2009 - 9 answers

Please recommend good winter clothing for 1-year-olds, especially super warm coats. We're talking months and months of ice and snow here. [more inside]
posted by puritycontrol on Oct 8, 2009 - 19 answers

What attractions at the Anaheim Disneyland Park are manageable with an 8 month old? [more inside]
posted by Loser on Oct 6, 2009 - 8 answers

Why do baby teeth come in in the order they do? [more inside]
posted by Bugbread on Oct 5, 2009 - 13 answers

What is the name of this heart condition, and is it genetic? The main artery supplying blood to the heart isn't developed properly in utero, resulting in major surgery and/or death of the baby post birth. [more inside]
posted by heytch on Oct 3, 2009 - 8 answers

Young Canadian couple is expecting to have a newborn American added to their family. Wonders if the child will need any special care above and beyond what would be given to a newborn Canadian. [more inside]
posted by 256 on Oct 2, 2009 - 17 answers

What happens when a baby is born in jail in New Jersey? What departments/agencies are automatically involved? We are looking to get legal guardianship of a sister's soon-to-be-born child while she is in jail and need to know what agencies we should be dealing with beforehand.
posted by infostud on Sep 29, 2009 - 8 answers

Marbella filter: does anybody know great places (or even good or just ok ones) to take kids to in or around the Marbella area? [more inside]
posted by dimon on Sep 25, 2009 - 1 answer

My 5 week old baby cries most of the time he is awake unless I keep moving him around or feeding him. I am at a loss...any suggestion for this weary mom? [more inside]
posted by murrey on Sep 25, 2009 - 42 answers

My future son needs an Irish first name with some muscle. [more inside]
posted by 256 on Sep 22, 2009 - 77 answers

Are baby showers, by default, supposed to be surprises? [more inside]
posted by shiu mai baby on Sep 21, 2009 - 38 answers

Is our baby formula causing eczema? [more inside]
posted by Blackwatch on Sep 18, 2009 - 13 answers

Looking for parenting advice/resources for raising children who are close in age. Sibling rivalry has begun to enter the picture, and we want to learn how best to cope with it and limit it as much as possible. [more inside]
posted by gimli on Sep 12, 2009 - 10 answers

As the Papa-To-Be, I'd like to find a cute plush stuffed toy as an anniversary present for my Mama-To-Be. Must not be any licensed character, must be soft! [more inside]
posted by blastrid on Sep 11, 2009 - 22 answers

I am going to have a baby sometime in the next month. What things do we need to have before the baby gets here, and what things are we better off waiting on? And what are we better off skipping altogether? [more inside]
posted by logic vs love on Sep 8, 2009 - 30 answers

We're expecting in late November, and we just received a very nice, slightly used crib from my cousin. Before giving it to us, my aunt and uncle gave it a fresh coat of paint, but the top layer chips off a bit too easily for my liking. The last thing I want is for our baby to get a mouthful of paint chips when he's big enough to pull himself up and chew on the rail. What kind of coating can I put on the crib to ensure a hard, baby-safe finish?
posted by bjork24 on Sep 7, 2009 - 8 answers

What is the earliest known use of "baby" to address or refer to a lover in American song lyrics? [more inside]
posted by Joe Beese on Sep 4, 2009 - 10 answers

We are traveling from Chicago to Columbus, OH next week and to keep things interesting we'll have our 15-month-old in the back seat. I'm wondering if people who have made this drive have advice in terms of routing, avoiding traffic tie-ups and stopping points. [more inside]
posted by Morydd on Sep 4, 2009 - 6 answers

My five-month-old son has suddenly started crying in the middle of the night every hour or two, just as he did as a newborn. What gives? [more inside]
posted by zardoz on Sep 3, 2009 - 17 answers

Help me creatively share with our (long-distance) parents the wonderful news that my wife and I are expecting our first child. [more inside]
posted by siclik on Sep 2, 2009 - 21 answers

Should we name our baby girl Roxanne? Why or why not? [more inside]
posted by wrinkle on Sep 1, 2009 - 112 answers

Yet another my-baby-can't-sleep question. We've tried every recommendation we've seen online or got from the pediatrician and nothing has worked. Need more ideas or reassurance that it's normal and will pass someday. [more inside]
posted by wolfkult on Aug 31, 2009 - 50 answers

There are three young pigeons on my deck that have been there all day with no mother around. (at least as far as I can tell) They look like they are about 75% of the size of an adult pigeon, and are not flying. Is there anything I can do to help them or should I ignore this situation because it is out of my hands?
posted by santogold on Aug 30, 2009 - 3 answers

Baby Name Block: I'm pregnant with my third boy. I'm so totally out of boy names it isn't even funny. I have a total block. Help me get inspired by participating in this exercise. [more inside]
posted by Bueller on Aug 30, 2009 - 80 answers

Our baby-forumla turned pink after being left out, what is causing this? Is it bacteria, or just dyes used in the formula? [more inside]
posted by fozzie33 on Aug 28, 2009 - 16 answers

Buying Australian gifts for an American friend and her baby... [more inside]
posted by sunshine arakhan on Aug 27, 2009 - 13 answers

New baby, new etiquette: A couple with a new baby (< 6 months) receive a wedding invitation addressed only to the couple. Is baby presumed invited (portable lapsitter)? Is baby presumed not invited (potentially noisy)? Is it variable (call and ask)? [more inside]
posted by xo on Aug 26, 2009 - 80 answers

Which baby car seat should I buy for my soon to be born grandson? Are the baby stroller/car seats combo's a good idea.?
posted by Tayniksgranny on Aug 18, 2009 - 24 answers

New baby in the house, easily awoken by telephone ringing, so I am after a phone that can be muted, with visual ring indicator, and preferably a multi hand set dect type if possible. I am in the UK.
posted by spyke23 on Aug 17, 2009 - 6 answers

GuitarFilter! I'm going to Mexico in september and i want to buy a guitar. Coming from Germany, are guitars much cheaper there? I specifically want to buy a Taylor Baby guitar (280 euros in germany), or should i buy a handmade one that mexico is so famous for? :p
posted by freddymetz on Aug 12, 2009 - 4 answers

Nursing mother alumni filter: Question about breast feeding a second baby, when you had trouble breast feeding the first. [more inside]
posted by lottie on Aug 9, 2009 - 15 answers

Has anyone ever hired a "sleep coach" for their baby? [more inside]
posted by mushroom_tattoo on Aug 8, 2009 - 7 answers

Sydney and Melbourne with a 10-month-old in September. Any suggestions? [more inside]
posted by k8t on Aug 5, 2009 - 20 answers

BabyFilter: Getting a 4-month old to sleep in a crib instead of her beloved swing...help! [more inside]
posted by sapere aude on Jul 25, 2009 - 23 answers

Please help calm an over anxious first time mom. Is it dangerous for a baby to be around a cell phone constantly? [more inside]
posted by Elaisa on Jul 24, 2009 - 16 answers

Power solutions for an infant swing? [more inside]
posted by dpx.mfx on Jul 22, 2009 - 7 answers

Where are the fancy stores that might help me sell my handmade baby clothes? [more inside]
posted by GardenGal on Jul 20, 2009 - 11 answers