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Mar 2025
45m 46s

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Baby Na...

VANESSA MERTEN
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A name is something your child will carry with them for life. It is a reflection of identity, culture, and sometimes family history. With endless options, pressures from family and friends, and trends that come and go, how do you pick the right one? This episode walks you through everything you should consider when choosing a name and provides tips to help you find the perfect fit, from brainstorming to narrowing down your list to the perfect name. Whether you have had a baby name picked out since you were a kid or are still staring at a blank list at 38 weeks, this episode will help you be confident in your name choice.   Thank you to our sponsors   10% off at Momcozy.com with the promo code PREGNANCYPODCAST. The MomcozyAir 1 Ultra-Slim Breast Pump is the thinnest portable breast pump on the market and a game-changer for pumping. It fits discreetly inside your bra, giving you the privacy and comfort you deserve without compromising powerful suction. The wireless charging case provides up to 15 sessions per charge and doubles as a storage unit, making it super easy to keep everything organized and clean. Seamlessly sync with the Momcozy app to enable hands-free control, switch between pumping modes, and track milk volume in real time. Check out the Momcozy Air1 at Momcozy.com and use the promo code PREGNANCYPODCAST to save 10% off all products on the Momcozy website.   10% off Pique teas and herbal elixirs. The Herbal Elixirs Bundle is a trio of herbal teas to support wellness from the inside out, perfect for pregnancy and beyond. These teas are USDA organic and triple toxin-screened with no preservatives, refined sugars, or artificial junk. They come in convenient sachets that dissolve instantly and are caffeine-free. If you’re looking for a simple, delicious way to support digestion, relaxation, and that gorgeous pregnancy glow, I cannot recommend this trio enough. Right now, get 10% off this incredible bundle when you go to Piquelife.com/pregnancypod   The VTech V-Hush Stroller Rocker is a portable device that features a mechanical rocking mechanism to gently rock your baby’s crib or stroller to promote better sleep on the go. Plus it has a built-in amber night light, a rechargeable battery, soothing sounds, white noise, and sweet lullabies. Soothe your baby to sleep anywhere with the VTech V-Hush Stroller Rocker. The VTech V-Hush Stroller Rocker is available at Walmart.      Read the full article and resources that accompany this episode.     Join Pregnancy Podcast Premium to access the entire back catalog, listen to all episodes ad-free, get a copy of the Your Birth Plan Book, and more.     Check out the 40 Weeks podcast to learn how your baby grows each week and what is happening in your body. Plus, get a heads up on what to expect at your prenatal appointments and a tip for dads and partners.     For more evidence-based information, visit the Pregnancy Podcast website.
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