Baby Guide for New and Expecting New Jersey Parents

Congratulations! You're raising a baby in New Jersey! We hope our guide to pregnancy and the baby years can help give you a little guidance and support as you travel down the road to parenthood, whether this is your first baby or your eighth.

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The charming Toobydoo boutique can be found in downtown Princeton. Photo courtesy of Toobydoo
Best Baby Stores in New Jersey
Before you hit the cake-smash milestone, check out this baby bucket list of things to do in New Jersey with your little one. Photo by Lisa Warden
12 Fun Things To Do in NJ Before Your Baby's First Birthday
Tots can explore instruments and more at parent-and-child music class.
70+ Baby Classes Around NJ: Music, Gym, Art, Swim
The Camden Children's Garden offers free admission for children under 2.
Free Admission for Kids at 50+ Top New Jersey Family Attractions
Walking, talking, grabbing, holding, smiling, laughing... it's all coming. But when? Photo by Tatiana Syrikova, via Pexels
Developmental Milestones for Babies in the First Year
Little ones can blow out their candles at a pair of Rainforest Cafes in the Garden State. Photo courtesy of the venue
Fun First Birthday Party Ideas for NJ Kids

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Be a daredevil while having tons of fun at Sahara Sam's, one of NJ's great waterparks.
30 Reasons Why New Jersey Is the Best Place To Raise Kids
Cruise in the Playmobil Fire Truck during your trip to Toys
Free Indoor Play Spots in New Jersey for Kids
The Camden Children's Garden offers free admission for children under 2.
Free Admission for Kids at 50+ Top New Jersey Family Attractions
Family-Friendly Car Services with Car Seats in New Jersey
New Jersey Preschools, Private, and Public Schools Guide
Indoor Activities

Latest Baby News

Hey baby! Welcome to the world. What should we be naming this new generation? Photo by Nan Ross
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Gymboree offers movement classes for babies and toddlers with caregivers. Photo courtesy of Gymboree
Top Mommy-and-Me Classes for Babies and Toddlers in New Jersey
Here are our top picks for baby and toddler classes in NJ.
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Toys make perfect first birthday gifts for budding toddlers! But which ones? We've got you covered.
Best First Birthday Gifts: Toys and More for 1-Year-Olds
We've got the best first birthday gift ideas for a special 1-year-old in your life.
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We've launched a partnership with Care.com to bring background-checked nannies and sitters to the Mommy Poppins Directory.
Find Trusted Babysitters and Nannies Now on Mommy Poppins–Powered by Care.com
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British Swim School's gentle individualized guidance helped my daughters quickly build up their skills and confidence in the water.
We Tried Safety-First Swim Lessons and Here’s What You Should Know
British Swim School focuses on water acclimation and survival skills first.
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A warm bath, a bedtime story, and a squeezable elephant just might make the perfect bedtime routine for your little one.
How Much Sleep Do Kids Need? And What To Do if You Have Kids Who Can’t Sleep!
Tired parents, listen up. We've got some sleep secrets right here.
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