Entries by Emily Pelton

Everything and the kitchen sink? Packing your hospital bag.

What do I NEED to bring to the hospital? You’ve probably pondered this exact question many times the closer you get to your due month. You’re getting great prenatal care, you’ve decked out the nursery in the perfect theme. You’ve attended your childbirth education classes (right?), you’ve installed the car seat. You’re prepared in every […]

Spice Spice Baby: Fall baby registry

It’s October and you know what that means! Pumpkin Spice Season is upon us! Check out these fun ways to ‘spice’ up your baby registry this fall and welcome your little pumpkin to the world.   No one can resist pumpkin butts on babies, right? This adorable custom onesie from PersonalizeItFreeNY is fun and functional for […]

Fall Maternity Session – 3 Tips for Success

This week, local DOB fave photographer and guest blogger, Shayna Hardy, shares her fall maternity session tips! 1. Location, location, location. Select a fall location for either it’s beautiful scenery or the meaning it has to your family. There are many beautiful foliage locations around Baltimore area to enjoy! But, there are only about 3-4 […]

5 Tips for Newborn Car Seat Safety and Comfort

You’ve taken all the birth and baby classes, baby-proofed your home, purchased a car seat with excellent reviews and bought a family friendly vehicle with the highest safety ratings available. You’re ready for baby, right? Well, almost… Even the safest vehicle and highest rated car seat need to be used properly every time to ensure […]