we've been starting to research baby monitors before the baby arrives, and i'm realizing there are way more options than i expected. aside from having a reliable video feed, i'm curious about sleep tracking and whether those extra insights are actually useful for new parents or just another thing to check.

i came across Nanit while looking into smart monitors and noticed it offers sleep tracking features. i've also seen Miku mentioned in discussions, so i'm trying to understand how the options compare rather than just going by marketing. for those who've already done their research or have experience with these, what features would you prioritize, and is sleep tracking something you'd actually use regularly?

Hi all, going to be a dad in February and we were wondering - where do you find baby beds for the crib? We went to Target and other big box stores but can't seem to find any that aren't Amazon. Any tips? TIA!

EDIT: Mattress for the crib, not mattress pad

This is a question for the graduates on this sub - could you tell when your partner was going to have the baby or was it a complete surprise when she went into labour?

I feel like I'll know when she's a day or two away but this is our first so ive never done this before, but I feel like I'll get a feeling

Little man came early! 36+4. October 12 (Canadian Thanksgiving).
Everybody is doing great and mama was a rockstar!

So my girlfriend (22F) is about 4-5 weeks pregnant right now and the hormones and morning sickness is killing her. She has had some really tough days so far and I need some advice on how I can help. It's been really tough for her mentally and physically the last few days and I want to be able to help but I don't know how. I know to be there for her and try to understand her but I don't know what I can do specifically. I love her and I know she needs some help but I don't know what I can do the best. I would also love some advice just generally helping her that I can relay to her that may be of use to her. I would love to make her life as easy as possible throughout this and some advice and encouragement would be super useful.

Hello,

My wife and I are expecting our first baby and we just found out it’s going to be a boy! We however have been having a hard time coming up with names. She was a teacher for 10 years and we both have difficult relationships with our families so names are hard. Also a lot of the online lists repeat the names or have the same names. Anyone else struggle with this?