When you’re looking for the perfect name for your little princess, there is no better place to draw inspiration from than Disney movies! Disney characters are often heroic, unique, and very memorable.

I love Disney characters. In fact, my daughter’s middle name is Isabel, which is about as close to “Belle” as I could get with my husband. I compiled this list to highlight the beautiful, but lesser-known disney girl names. Aurora, Ariel, and Elsa are on every list, so let’s draw inspiration from the other characters of Disney. To help you decide if these names are a good fit for your baby, I’ve also included their meanings and origins.

Are you ready to find your baby’s name? Let’s go!

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Alice 

(Alice in Wonderland) Okay, we will get into the lesser-known Disney girl names, but first, it kind of feels like a disservice not to include Alice on this list. Alice is a courageous character worthy of being a role model for any independent little lady. Lewis Carroll also really hit the nail on the head with this girl’s name; Alice actually means noble or truth in Old French.

Adela 

(Little Mermaid) Sweet Adela, otherwise known as Ariel’s other sister, doesn’t get a lot of the spotlight in The Little Mermaid. Still, it’s a beautiful Disney girl name that is distinctly elegant. Adela also means noble, but comes from Old German origins.

Bo 

(Bo Peep, Toy Story) I love this hip rendition of Bo Peep. Bo is Old Norse and means “to live.”

Cleo 

(Pinnochio) Do you remember Cleo? She’s the happy goldfish in Pinnochio! Cleo is a shortened version of the greek name Cleopatra, and means “glory.”

Drizella

(Cinderella) Drizilla is probably not your favorite Disney character, since she’s most known for being one of Cinderella’s wicked stepsisters. Still, her name is quite elegant. Drizella is a rendition of the Greek name Drusilla, which means “dewey-eyed.”

Dalia 

(Aladdin) Dalia is a new Disney character, but she made quite an impression as Jasmine’s best friend in Aladdin. Dalia originates from both Arabic and Hebrew, and means gentle or branch respectively.

Elinor 

(Brave) Queen Elinor is the perfect combination of elegance and strength. Her name is Greek for “bright.”

Ellie 

(Up) Ellie is the late love of Mr. Fredricksen’s from Up. I love that Ellie is essentially a nickname, and you can attach it to whatever meaning you’d like to. 

Faline 

(Bambi) You may have to think really hard to remember Faline. She’s Bambi’s playmate and future sweetie. Faline is Latin for “like a cat.”

Grace 

(Avatar) Let’s not forget that Disney owns Avatar! In case you need a recap, Grace is the passionate doctor that leads the Avatar program. I love the name Grace. It’s totally timeless yet not overused.

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Hera 

(Hercules) As Hercules’ (Disney) mother, Hera evokes a certain air of dignity and elegance. Hera originates from the Greek language and literally means, “queen.”

Jasmine

(Aladdin) Once, it felt like a disservice to write any post on Disney girl names without mentioning Jasmine. Jasmine is actually a very popular name in the US, ranking 136 in 2018. It’s Persian for Gift from God.

Jane

(Tarzan) Jane is the refined yet fearless heroine of Tarzan. A proper English name, I think Jane is timeless and elegant. It means “Jehovah has been gracious.”

Kala

(Tarzan) Since we’re on the topic of Tarzan, do you remember Kala? She was Tarzen’s energetic best friend. I love this name because it has so many meanings. It’s actually used in Sanskrit, Arabic, Greek, and Hebrew. The meanings vary, obviously, but most of the time Kala means “beautiful” or “princess.”

Kiara 

(Lion King 2) King Simba’s daughter, Kiara is headstrong, feisty, and a natural leader. Kiara actually comes from two languages, Irish, which means “dark-haired,” and Italian, meaning “bright.”

Leia 

(Star Wars) Now that she’s officially a Disney Princess, let’s add Leia to our list. As the fearless leader of the Rebellion, you’re probably asking for a little trouble with this Disney baby girl name. Leia is Latin for lioness.

Madellaine 

(Hunchback of Notre Dame II) As Quasimodo’s love interest, Madellaine shows kindness and bravery. Her name is Old French for “high tower.”

Megara 

(Hercules) Megara is somewhat of a villain and a love interest in the Disney version of Hercules, although she does redeem herself in the end. Her name means “great.”

Nani 

(Lilo and Stitch) In the hilarious yet heart-warming tale of Lilo and Stitch, Nani plays Lilo’s practical older sister. This Disney girl name is Hawaaian for “beautiful.”

Neytiri 

(Avatar) The deuteragonist of Avatar, Neytiri wins Jake’s heart and his loyalty with her ferocity and honesty. I’m fairly sure that Neytiri is a made-up name, but it is beautiful and has a great namesake. 

Penny 

(Bolt) Penny is the spunky teenaged owner of the dog hero, Bolt. You can use Penny as the literal meaning (the currency) or as a shortened version of the Greek name Penelope, which means “weaver.”

Rosie 

(A Bug’s Life) If you suspect that your little baby is as fair as a rose, this name is perfect for her! Plus, Rosie from a Bug’s Life was an amazing character!

Sally 

(Nightmare Before Christmas) Sally is probably one of my favorite Disney characters. Not only does she deal with Jack’s self-absorbed antics, but she’s adventurous and will stop at nothing to find her freedom. In real life, Sally is actually an English derivative of the Hebrew name, Sarah, which means Princess.

Sina 

(Moana) You might recognize Sina as Moana’s cautious and wise mother. Sina is actually Hawaiian for “treasure” or “blessed.”

Tia 

(Pirates of the Caribbean) Tia is the scary and dentally-unhygienic witch from Pirates of the Caribbean. If you actually knew what her name meant, it would’ve been a dead giveaway for her true identity. Spoiler alert! It’s Greek for “goddess.”

Tiana 

(Princess and the Frog) Tiana is a newish character in the Disney universe, but she’s definitely made ripples throughout pop culture! Her name is perfect for her role, meaning “princess” in Latin.

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Vidia 

(Tinkerbell) If you remember the movie Tinkerbell, then you know Vidia is about as saucy as it gets. Vidia is actually a sanskrit name, meaning “learning.”

Violet 

(The Incredibles) This is my absolute favorite name on this list. Violet is the teenage superhero from the Incredibles and (the long-awaited) Incredibles 2. Her name is perfect for spring babies!

Wendy 

(Peter Pan) Although Wendy is thought to be a classic name, it was actually created by Sir James Barrie, the creator of Peter Pan!

Willow

(Willow) Now that Disney also owns Lucasfilms, it also owns Willow. Although Willow was a boy in the movie, it still makes a great Disney girl name.

And that’s my VIP list of Disney girl names! What did you think? Did you find one that really spoke to you? If not, why not check out some of my other baby name posts? The perfect name is waiting for you somewhere, I promise!

If you think I’m missing some good ones, let me know in the comments below. Good luck with your pregnancy, mama!

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When you know that your loved one is about to go through the most strenuous event of her life, it’s only natural to want to help. Yet, somehow, many childbirth classes seem to ignore the  crucial role Dad has to play in a woman’s labor. 

If you’re reading this review, you want to do more than sit around and watch helplessly while the mother of your child suffers. You want to be there when she needs you, lead her into this new phase of life, and protect your unborn child. Or, maybe, you’re just looking for a few tips to simply help you survive the experience. 

In either case, SupportingHer is definitely a class you need to check out.

I’m Erin, the owner and author of Blunders in Babyland. I’m passionate about helping new and expecting moms overcome the challenges of early motherhood. As part of this mission, I have taken and reviewed A LOT of labor classes. Six, actually. 

In this SupportingHer review, I’m going over it all: what the course covers, the pros and cons I experienced, and most importantly, if it’s legitimately a good fit for you.

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The SupportingHer Review: At-a-Glance

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What is the SupportingHer 

SupportingHer is an online childbirth class designed to train you–the dad, the partner, the best friend forever–to become the ultimate birthing partner. Alice Turner, the course creator, is a certified Lamaze educator and birth doula. After working with over 200 births, she saw a need that many dads didn’t know how to express: how can they support their mom-to-bes better during birth? Alice and her co-host, Kathleen, bring their professional and personal knowledge to the table, giving you invaluable tips on how to support your woman during this difficult time.

Class Structure

The majority of the course is taught via lecture-style videos. Having said that, the “feel” of the course is very informal and conversational. It was literally filmed in a brewery with a bunch of dudes. 

In addition to the lecture material,  you’re also shown interviews with actual dads that talk about their experience with the birthing process. I The interviews were, hands-down, my favorite part of the course. Their knowledge, regrets, and honesty will not only make you feel more comfortable with your upcoming role, but help you prepare as well. 

The course also includes a few helpful printables, such as a support partner interview sheet and partner packing list.

Content

The content in this course is so unique; I’ve actually never seen it in another labor class. The team really focuses on helping you connect emotionally with your mom-to-be, which is exactly what she needs the most. 

This varies so much from other labor courses, which focus primarily on the technical side of labor.

Here are just a few of the topics covered:

• Your Role in the Labor Process (I think it will actually surprise you…)
• Verbal Support
• Physical Support
• How to Take Care of Yourself During Labor
• What to Do Once You Get to the Hospital
• Dealing with Medical Staff and Interventions
• Deciding on Additional Support (such as visitors and doulas)
• How to Support Her After Birth

Who This Course is For

I think the quality of this course is great and the content is definitely there, but you should know that I wouldn’t recommend this course to everyone. 

If you’re a dad-to-be that wants to go a step further than a typical childbirth class and support your partner in the best ways possible, this is a great class for you. I think you’ll be very satisfied with the easy tips you’ll learn.

But, if you’re looking for a full-blown labor course that can teach you the ins and outs of childbirth, this is not the course for you. SupportingHer focuses on aiding a woman in labor, not giving a biology lesson about labor.

 If you truly want to learn more about advanced labor position techniques or the anatomy of labor, watching a couple’s childbirth class like the Online Prenatal Class for Couples might be a better fit. That class covers these topics and, like SupportingHer, it’s quick and to the point.

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The SupportingHer Review: Highlights

Helping You Feel Comfortable in Your Role

Women are not themselves during labor. You’ll find that she develops these superhuman strengths that are both admirable and terrifying. However, you’ll also notice that she becomes uniquely vulnerable as well. Suddenly you’re dealing with someone you don’t really know, in an unfamiliar place, surrounded by complete strangers.

SupportingHer helps you come into your role as the protector, provider, and supporter. 

The course also stresses the importance of taking the initiative, a move that most men are hesitant to take during labor. 

Knowing Exactly What to Say

As a woman that has actually gone through labor, this section was definite the most impactful for me. 

Your words can make or break a woman’s labor. It will either give her the strength to carry on or just the push she needs to try another option. 

But, as you probably already know, women are a mystery- finding the right words to say during labor–encouraging without pushing or discouraging– can be difficult.

 The course tells you exactly how to lead her while being encouraging. And, most importantly, it’ll show you exactly what NOT to say.

Providing Physical Support

Once again, let me be clear: SupportingHer is not a full-blown technical class on labor. However, the course does mention a couple labor positioning techniques that can relieve your partner’s pain and how to suggest using these techniques when you’re in the middle of all the action.

The course also shows key tips on how to redirect your partner’s focus (essential for the active and transition stage of labor!)

However, you’ll also notice that this section was listed under my disadvantages of the course. If you purchase this course, it would be worthwhile to look up articles about the best labor positions, labor stages, and pain coping techniques. The course touches on these subjects, but it doesn’t deliver the deep dive you’ll probably want to know.

How to Handle Interventions and Surprises

While the course doesn’t go over specific interventions in detail, it does share a solid decision-making system on how to handle them. Alice’s simple system helps you logically consider medications and interventions in a calm way that allows you and your partner to select the best choice. 

Price

Overall, I’d say that the SupportingHer class price should be ranked low to midrange.

It’s very difficult for me to rate this course because it’s so unique. Compared with in-person courses, SupportingHer is definitely considered a “budget” course (my labor class was $200 for 5 hours…).

However, compared with other labor courses on the internet, I’d say it’s mid-range. SupportingHer pairs great with Mommy Labor Nurse’s Birth It Up class, which does cover the “anatomy” of labor.

SupportingHer Review Final Look: Is this Class Worth It?

Your role in her upcoming labor is important, much more important than she’s probably letting on. If you want to support her to the best of your ability, this is a great class for you.

I thought the content was so unique and (as helpful and supportive as my husband was) I would have loved for my husband to know this information before I went through labor. I think it would’ve helped him feel more comfortable as well.

I truly hope my SupportingHer review helps your decision become a little easier. If you’d like to take the next step and enroll in SupportingHer, just visit Alice’s site here.

I just have one request! I hope you’ll come back here and let us know what you thought and give your best tips to our readers.

Good luck!

Having a baby is rough on your finances. Between the medical bills, baby gear, maternity leave, and–oh, yeah!–essentials necessary to help you survive pregnancy, consider your wallet adequately drained. Sometimes it feels like having a baby on a budget is an incredible feat.

During my pregnancy, I was definitely feeling the pressure. We lived just outside of Seattle, where the cost of living gets higher by the minute. As luck would have it, my unborn daughter was far from cooperative. 6–yes, 6–ultrasounds and a breech pregnancy later, we were bleeding benjamins. 

Even though we planned on extra expenses, this added financial burden hurt. Worse yet, we were really struggling to purchase the essentials we knew our newborn needed.

I don’t know what you’re situation is, if you’re in dire straits right now because of your financial situation or if you’re just a frugal-minded mama looking to save some money during pregnancy. Whatever your situation, I know that if we can go through pregnancy on a budget, you can too. Here’s how!

With these simple tips, going through pregnancy on a budget may be easier than you think.

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1 Maternity Clothes

With so many medical bills and so much baby gear left to buy, it’s hard to whip out your wallet to purchase anything for yourself. 

Don’t feel bad about buying maternity clothes, but DO be strategic about it. You have two goals when buying maternity clothes: 1. Make sure they last well into the FOURTH trimester. 2. Never buy anything that’s not on sale or discounted in some way.

Clothes you actually need to buy:

• 2-3 Maternity Shorts (if your third trimester is in the summer)
• 2-3 Maternity Pants 
• 2-3 Maternity T-Shirts
• 2-3 Maternity Dress Shirts (if absolutely needed)

Most people will tell you to wait as long as possible to purchase maternity clothes.

I tend to disagree with this strategy.

If you wait until you actually NEED your maternity clothes, you’re going to spend so much more money because, chances are, it won’t align with any sales. If you’e worried that you won’t actually need maternity clothes or you’ll grow to big for the sizes you buy, you can play it safe and only purchase one item of each during a sale. Then, as you begin to grow (say, in your 2nd or 3rd trimester), you’ll have at least one pair of maternity pants you can wear until the next sale.

(Motherhood Maternity has a great style guide that explains how maternity sizes work.)

The rest of your wardrobe can be substituted by clothes already in your closet:

• Leggings
• Cardigans
• Your husband’s t-shirts
• Your husband’s belts
• Sundresses/pullovers
• Loose button-ups

Places to Shop for Maternity Clothes

Motherhood Maternity or Destination Maternity is probably your first go-to for maternity clothes. You should be shopping there if–and only if–they are having a fantastic sale. Sometimes I’ve seen maternity bras as cheap as $9 or t-shirts less than $7. If you catch them outside a sale you will bleed money. 

When they aren’t having sales, check out these other retailers:

• Consignment Shops (be careful though, sometimes they are overpriced)
• Old Navy (Also during sales)
• Ross
• Marshalls
• TJ Maxx
• Burlington
• ThredUP (spectacular online resale shop)

Also make sure you hit up your mommy friends. Most of the time, they will totally be willing to let you borrow their maternity clothes. Facebook shout-outs usually produce amazing results!

2 Save on Childbirth Classes by Going Online

Maternity classes might be another “luxury” you decide to skimp out on because you’re low on cash. And, honestly, you’re gut feeling is probably right. You actually may not have enough money to attend a traditional labor class.

I believe that every woman should take a labor class. Labor can be so scary for first time moms; There are so many unknowns that can turn into full-blown disasters when you’re not sure how to react. 

But labor can also be a beautiful, special time. You deserve an amazing experience, not one tainted by fear and unbearable pain. 

Learning everything you can about the topic empowers you and will help you have a smoother labor (fear LITERALLY slows down labor).

Thanks to the internet, labor classes are totally affordable. If you’re having a baby on a budget, I highly recommend signing up for the Birth It Up Class by Mommy Labor Nurse. She offers two courses, one for moms that want to go natural and another for moms that want an epidural. Both classes are less than $40 and will teach you everything you need to know about labor.

It’s the best investment you can make. 

I also recommend taking a breastfeeding class if you’re even curious about breastfeeding. I loved the Ultimate Breastfeeding Class by Milkology because it’s quick and literally walks you through every step of establishing your milk supply, getting your baby to latch, and maintaining a healthy breastfeeding relationship for as long as you want to. It’s also less than $20. 🙂

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3 Create a Registry and Get Free Baby Stuff

If done correctly, your baby registry can invaluable way to prepare for baby on a budget. But, just like maternity clothes, you should be strategic. 

Focus on the registries that offer completion discounts and freebies, such as Welcome Boxes. 

Welcome Boxes often offer pregnancy and baby samples that can actually get you buy for a while. These “samples” often include full-blown products, such as swaddling blankets, bottles, pacifiers, and diapers.

Completion discounts usually go live after your baby shower date. You’ll receive a 15% discount coupon (valid for one purchase) to use on your remaining registry items (like a car seat or crib, *hint* *hint*).

My favorite baby registries are:

• Amazon – Offers a GREAT welcome box + 15% completion discount
• Target – Another amazing welcome box + 10% completion discount
• Walmart – Welcome box 

Read more about getting pregnancy freebies here!

What to Put on Your Baby Registry

Short answer: only the absolute essentials and big ticket baby gear items. Most attendees will buy the smaller items, so you need to be really strategic about which items are on there. Avoiding putting variations of the same item on different lists (i.e. asking for 7 different sheets between your Amazon and Target registry.) If you’re still looking for ideas on what to put on your registry, I loved this post from Very Well Family that highlights the bare essentials you need for a baby). 

Adding your big ticket items (like a crib, car seat, etc.) is still essential. While most people will not buy the bigger items, adding them allows people to contribute to the overall cost (for Target’s registry) and it allows you to receive a completion discount later. 

4 Maximize Baby Showers

If someone offers to host a baby shower for you then CONGRATULATIONS you’ve just saved a couple hundred dollars. 

A good hostess will ask for your desires and needs.If she gives you the option, I would suggest having a diaper raffle: essentially asking your guests to bring a box of diapers in order to enter to win a cute little prize. It’s a fun activity for your guests and it ultimately helps you build up your diaper stockpile. 

Don’t get me wrong, I love the “Bring your favorite book thing”, but when you’re having a baby on a budget, you need to limit your expectations.

A baby shower is also a fabulous time to receive baby hand-me-downs as well. You can even have your hostess request hand-me-downs or old baby toys instead of diapers for the raffle.

If no one is hosting the baby shower for you, I would still consider having one. If enough people come, you can come out on top. Just consider these tips: 

• Provide light snacks vs. lunch
• Host in your own home or in someone else’s home
• Purchase decorations/plates/silverware at Amazon or Dollar Store
• Prizes bought at Dollar Store

5 Diapers

Diapers will be the bane of your existence until you potty train your toddler (at which time you find yourself oddly attached to them). 

Most babies will use around 3,000 diapers during their first year. Of course, that number definitely depends on your baby, breastfeeding vs. formula, and how often you change your baby’s diaper.

But, let’s just say your baby uses 3,000 diapers a year and you pay around $.28 per diaper. That’s $840 a year spent JUST on diapers! 

Many parents shrug their shoulders and move on with life. If you’re having a baby on a budget, that’s just not an option. You need to either move to cloth diapers or get those costs down. Since I’m not really a cloth diaper kind of gal, let me tell you about how I saved on disposable diapers.

Stockpiling Diapers

This method has its advantages and disadvantages for sure. If you stockpile, that is buy tons of diapers during sales before your baby is born, you can save a significant amount of money. But, if your baby has a skin sensitivity or turns out to be tiny/large you also run the risk of losing money as well.

I say, definitely put diapers on your registry but definitely err on the side of caution and ask for multiple brands and sizes. Once your baby is born, you can use the diaper planner diaper calculator to see how many diapers you should stockpile.

Below is a rough guideline of how I stockpiled while I was still pregnant. These diapers were on my registry and I purchased them on sale as well:

• Newborn Diapers (240) – Pampers Swaddlers (Luckily enough, this was the only diaper my daughter could wear without getting a rash).
• Size 1 (594ish) – Pampers Swaddlers or Huggies Little Snugglers 
• Size 2 (594) – Pampers Swaddlers or Huggies Little Snugglers (Registry Only)

That’s it. Of course, I was gifted several other diapers of varying sizes and brands from my baby shower. I waited until my daughter was born to stockpile the rest. I used a combination of Pampers Swaddlers, Huggies Little Snugglers, LUVS, and Costco and Target brands. 

Couponing, Sales, and Where to Buy

Never pay full price for diapers. Ever. If you buy diapers either 1. Use coupons, 2. Purchase them with a rebate app or 3. Buy them on sale. 

If you’re in to coupon clipping, some moms have found great success with CVS, Walgreens, and Rite Aid during their sales. You can also keep an eye on your Welcome Boxes from Amazon and Target for coupons to get your started.

Personally, I really like waiting until Costco or Sam’s Club has a sale on their diapers and purchasing then. Then, if you purchase Huggies, you can get an additional discount by scanning the receipt in their rewards app.

Diaper Subscriptions and Reward Systems

Which brings us to our next savings strategy. 

Pampers and Huggies offer a reward system that allows you to scan your receipts and earn reward points. Huggies, for example, offers 10 points for every dollar you spend (as of right now, a $10 egift card is 5,000 points). You can also make your purchases using Ebates to double-dip (more on that below).

Diaper Subscriptions are extremely convenient and can actually save you a ton of money.

Amazon diaper subscriptions are very popular, but you can also purchase a year of diapers from Incredibundles and save about $100 a year, depending on your baby’s diapering needs. The cool thing about Incredibundles is that you can request gift cards and add the annual subscription to your registry to encourage people to purchase it.

6 Labor and Delivery

C-Sections vs. Vaginal Births

According to the Cut, the out-of-pocket cost for a c-section tends to be around $400 higher than a vaginal birth (although that cost rises steeply when you’re not insured). When you factor in other costs, such as time away from work or extra childcare to help with recovery times, vaginal births are definitely less expensive.

Of course, most women can’t choose how they’ll give birth. Still, you can stack the odds in your favor by focusing on a healthy pregnancy, regularly practicing baby positioning exercises, and increasing your knowledge of the labor process.

Talk to Your Insurance Company

You need to have discussions with your insurance company immediately after becoming pregnant. Your goal is to find the best treatment and provider for the best prices. In order to do that, you need to know who is in your coverage network and how they rank against competing practices.

The type of provider also matters. For example, if you choose to go with a midwife instead of an OB-GYN, you can significantly save on your office visits. You just need to make sure that a midwife is covered under your insurance!

7 Creating the Perfect (Budget-Friendly) Nursery

Look, mama, you may be having a baby when you’re broke, but you absolutely still can create a beautiful nursery. You just need to find creative solutions. 

First, let’s talk baby furniture. Here are the items that you actually need:

• Convertible crib – Does not need to be new, but does need to be up to code.
• Chair- Rocking chair, sitting chair, something comfy for those late night feeds
• Diaper Pail – You can buy this used but I would rather have something new when poop is involved.

Everything else, such as a dresser, diaper changing station, or decorations, you can get creative with. The picture above was my daughter’s actual nursery. I furnished it for about $250. The crib was given to us new, but everything else we purchased at Target or refinished old items. We purchased the decorations at Home Goods, Hobby Lobby (for DIY items), and Amazon.

Your nursery may be simple, but that’s okay. It just needs to be soothing for you and baby.

8 More Income, Less Expenses

If you’re really struggling to keep up with all of those medical bills, taking on a temporary (easy) part-time job just to cover additional expenses and build up your emergency fund can really help. However, if you’re already overworked as it is, there are ways to earn extra cash.

Sign Up for Reward Programs

From now until your baby gets a job, you need to use Ebates. 

Ebates is a program that allows you to earn cashback (real money, not reward points) on your purchases online and even in-store. 

Best of all, credit isn’t involved. Basically, Ebates is an affiliate for several large brands. Meaning, when you buy things with their app, they make a small commission and share a small percentage of it with you. If you’re making any purchases online (including at big retailers like Target, Wal-Mart, and Amazon) you can earn anywhere from 1-10% cashback.

Plus, with my link, you’ll automatically earn $10. 

Side Hustles

 There are plenty of side-hustles you can pursue from home as well, such as filling out surveys, working as a virtual assistant, blogging (my personal favorite, although it does take time to get established), and even freelance writing. During the entirety of my pregnancy, I actually worked a few hours a week writing articles for Textbroker. I earned around $400 extra a month, which paid for those extra expenses and baby gear! 

This probably goes without saying, but if you’ve been considering reworking (or creating) a budget, now is the time. I absolutely love the budget system Dave Ramsey created and would recommend it to anyone!

If you’re having trouble keeping track of this extra spending, you can always start a separate account just for baby. Make a list of all the items you need and gradually add to that list. If you don’t already have one set up, speaking to your insurance company to open an HSA or FSA is extremely important. It allows you to spend pre-tax dollars on your medical expenses!

9 Baby Gear

Feel free to buy cheap baby carriers, high chairs, and swings, but ultimately, you need a good car seat. (I opted for an infant car seat for maximum protection). 

Having said that, you NEVER want to buy a car seat at full price. Just like your crib and rocking chair, add it to your baby registry so that if no one buys it for you, you can at least get that completion discount. 

Also, when you sign up for Buy Buy Baby’s mailing list they offer a 20% off coupon for a single purchase. We just discovered this deal and saved $40 on a new car seat!

Facebook marketplace, consignment shops, and occasionally garage sales are great places to find smaller baby gear items. Consignment sales, typically local events advertised on Facebook, are also great for finding inexpensive baby clothes and toys.

10 Breastfeed

I know you’ve probably heard this before, but breastfeeding can save you so much money that’s definitely worth mentioning again. 

Parents spend anywhere from $800-$3100 on formula alone during baby’s first year. Breastfeeding, however, is incredibly inexpensive and comes with tons of additional benefits. Your only costs are really any extras you decide to purchase (such as a nursing bra, any supplements, teas, pumps, etc.).

If you’re totally freaked out by breastfeeding and don’t know where to start, seriously try out the Ultimate Breastfeeding Course by Milkology. That class will take out all of the unknowns of the experience and will give you the confidence you need to start right!

When Preparing for a Baby on a Budget, Do Not Compromise Your Health

When the going gets tough, you may be tempted to skip a doctor’s appointment, eat less expensive junk food, or skip out on expensive vitamins. This is a totally counterproductive approach to saving money. Those expensive vitamins deliver nutrients that are essential for your unborn baby’s development. Great food can help you have an easier labor, sustain your mental health, and give you the energy you need to survive pregnancy.

Failing to take care of yourself will only result in more doctors visits and a less than pleasant pregnancy experience.

Instead, reduce grocery costs by meal planning and spending smart. Meal planning does not have to be time-consuming or expensive, especially when you have a guideline. Personally, I love the Pregnancy Cookbook by Mommy Labor Nurse, because it gives you practical and inexpensive meals that deliver the nutrients you and your baby need. 

As someone who has gone through the inner turmoil of preparing for baby on a budget, I hope you’ll believe me when I say, this does get easier. You learn to adjust and these sacrifices that feel hard today will be a natural part of your life tomorrow. Some of these methods won’t work for you and that’s okay. Start out small, giving up one or two things gradually, and implementing the techniques that make sense for your lifestyle. I think you’ll be surprised by the results!

Learning how to have a baby when you’re broke is not easy, but I promise you can do it and it’s SO worth the effort. If you need some help, don’t forget to snag your copy of the Baby on a Budget Planner!

By the way, I’d love for you to tell me what strategies are working for you and what’s not. Let me know in the comments below!

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I both dreaded and prayed for my labor. 

As excited as I was to finally meet my little girl (and get her out), I was terrified of childbirth. There were so many things I didn’t know; how badly would it hurt? What does a contraction feel like? How was I supposed to even know when I was in labor? Am I going to have a c-section if I get an epidural?

Childbirth isn’t easy, but it doesn’t have to be scary either. 

A prenatal course will prepare you for your labor and alleviate some of these common fears. Having said that, it’s important to find the right prenatal course.

In this post, I’m reviewing the Birth It Up! Epidural Series online childbirth class. The Birth It Up! classes have gone completely viral on Instagram, with over 1000 students since its release. 

With so many women turning to these classes, I knew I had to check them out too.

In my Birth It Up! Epidural Series review, we’re going to take a deep look into the pros, cons, and content of this class so you can decide if it’s right one for you.

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Birth It Up! Epidural Series Review: A Comprehensive Review of an Affordable Online Childbirth Class

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Birth It Up! Epidural Series Review: At a Glance

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What is Birth It Up! Epidural Series

Birth It Up! is an online childbirth course created and taught by Liesel Teen. Liesel is an L & D nurse who loves sharing her experience and knowledge about childbirth, pregnancy, and early motherhood. As a first-time mom, Liesel offers a refreshing outlook on childbirth that I think you’re going to love.

Namely, she’s completely pro-do-what’s-best-for-you (whether you want an epidural or not) and this attitude shines throughout her entire course. 

 Liesel offers two Birth It Up! courses: the Natural Series and the Epidural Series. The Natural Series focuses on how to labor without an epidural. The Epidural Series focuses on giving birth with the aid of an epidural or other pharmaceuticals. 

Both courses deliver a curriculum you’d expect to find in hospital-led prenatal classes. We’ll dive into the content found in the course in a moment.

Class Structure

The Birth It Up! class is a hybrid of video and written content.

 For the majority of the course, Liesel explains the process of labor and getting an epidural through short, informational videos. The videos are quick, to the point, and very effective. 

Each lesson is accompanied by a written guide. Personally, I loved the written guide. If I was having trouble concentrating or if the information wasn’t quite processing, I could easily look below to find everything she discusses clearly written out. 

The course also includes the digital guide, The Ultimate Guide to Labor and Delivery.

Content

In my opinion, this class completely changes the game for the prenatal course industry. 

Liesel covers everything you would expect to find at a hospital-led class, minus the real life instructor and hospital tour. In addition, you’re learning in a class specifically created for women getting an epidural.

If you’re feeling nervous about the unknowns of labor or even getting an epidural, I truly believe this course will ease some of your fears. 

A few of the topics included are:

• Choosing a Provider
• What to Expect at the Hospital
• The Anatomy of Labor and What to Expect
• Interventions and Inducing
• Epidurals 101: The procedure, benefits, side-effects, and how to labor with an epidural (this one is really important)
• Other Medications for Pain
• Birth plans, Doulas, and Cervical exams
• A “Crash Course” on Pain Management 
• Post-Delivery Tips
• Special Circumstances

Who This Course is For

If you’re a new mom and you know you want to get an epidural, this class is a great investment. 

Labor can be full of unknowns and unexpected turns. Even though an epidural will take care of your pain, you want to be able to go into the hospital confident and prepared to make difficult decisions if needed.

Liesel’s course covered everything I had learned in my hospital-led prenatal class for less than a third of the price.

Having said that, I wouldn’t recommend this course for everybody and here’s why:

If you even THINK you want to go natural. While Birth It Up! Epidural Series does contain a pretty thorough section on pain management, it is not a natural childbirth course. It only offers the essential information you need to know just in case you “accidentally” go natural. If you’re interested in going natural at all, I would recommend her Birth It Up! Natural Series class or another online natural childbirth class.

You honestly can’t learn online. Online classes truly take discipline to complete. It’s easy to purchase the class and forget about it or get distracted by last minute baby prepping. I don’t want you to waste your money!

Alternatively, if lecture-style courses don’t jive with your learning style, this is also not a good fit. If you need live interaction, please sign up for an in-person class.

However, if you’re definitely getting an epidural and you think an online course will work for you, then congratulations! You’ve found a great resource. Let’s move on to some of the course features I think you’re going to love.

The Birth It Up! Epidural Series Review: Highlights

The Epidural Procedure

I was sincerely blown away by the time I finished the epidural section. I personally received an epidural for my labor (after 19 hours of trying to go natural!). Liesel described the process with such accuracy and detail that she could have been in the room with me. 

She also walks you through best practices, exactly what the anesthesiologist does to you and why he does it, how long it takes, what to expect physically, and (most importantly) the side-effects and long-term effects that you need to consider.

How to Labor with an Epidural

Laboring with an epidural is much less painful but also kind of tricky. Because you’re numb from the waist down, you may have trouble feeling when and how to push your baby out. Liesel goes over the best labor positions to try after having an epidural and techniques for pushing when that instinct has been dulled. 

Anatomy of Labor and What to Expect

Most anatomy lessons put you to sleep. The anatomy lesson in the Birth It Up Epidural Series class was actually interesting and incredibly helpful. It quickly explained what is physically happening before, during, and after labor so you can know exactly what to expect.

A few of the topics discussed are:

• How to prepare for going into labor (which may help you have a quicker one!)
• How to identify labor contractions vs. Braxton Hicks contractions
• When to go to the hospital
• The stages and length of labor

Natural Childbirth “Crash Course”

As I said earlier, this is not a natural childbirth course. However, Birth It Up! Epidural Series does offer a surprisingly thorough section on how to cope with labor just in case you’re unable to get an epidural. 

“Accidentally” laboring naturally absolutely can happen so I think this section is probably one of the most important lessons of the course.

Liesel goes over pain-coping techniques, the right attitude for laboring naturally, and what to do if the pain becomes too overwhelming.

All the “Extra” Content

Post-delivery tips, special circumstances, reliable resources. 

This is the information you probably wouldn’t have considered researching on your own, that comes directly from the experiences of a fellow mom and labor nurse.

It prepares you for those not-so-ideal situations that may arise during your labor, such as an ill-positioned baby, emergency c-sections, and delivering with dangerous blood pressure. 

I also loved that the course doesn’t leave you high and dry once you deliver. It has a full section covering the delivery of your placenta, repairing perineal tears, and postpartum care.

Speaking of  postpartum, if you’d like to breastfeed and are looking for resources, check out my review of the Ultimate Breastfeeding Class by Milkology. It’s another budget-friendly course I highly recommend.

Price

One of the most appealing highlights for sure. 

I wasn’t exaggerating when I said that the Birth It Up! Epidural Series class changes the game. Not only does it offer childbirth education catering to women that want an epidural, but it’s completely affordable. I’ve honestly taken childbirth courses containing less information for literally triple the price. 

The Birth It Up! Epidural Series Review Conclusions: Is this Class Worth It?

Knowledge is power. 

Whether you have an epidural or go natural, you’re about to undergo an intensive process that can be nerve-wracking for even the most prepared woman. 

I honestly believe that taking a childbirth class will empower you and eliminate some of those fears creeping in your mind.

The Birth It Up! Epidural Series is a great class that was specifically designed for women like you. It’s quick, incredibly informative, and for just $39, a great investment.  

If you want to purchase the course, make sure you use my coupon code, BLUNDERSINBABYLAND to get 10% off. You can find the link to the course on the button below.

If you have any questions about the course, I hope you’ll let me know in the comments below. I would love to help you. Or, if you want to know about the other budget-friendly courses I recommend, check out the links below.

I hope you have an incredible birthing experience and I can’t wait for you to finally meet your little one!

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Thinking about going natural?

A natural childbirth allows you to experience your first, sweet moments of motherhood to its fullest. While childbirth is an amazing event, it can also be difficult, long, and, sometimes, scary.

Natural childbirth classes teach you how to effectively cope with the rigors and complications labor throws at you without the aid of an epidural. Until now, these classes came at a price point that many women just couldn’t afford.

Then Birth It Up! The Natural Series arrived on the scene.

When I heard about Liesel Teen’s Birth It Up! class, I knew I had to check it out. Birth It Up! claims to prepare expecting moms for a natural labor, all for a quarter of the price of other birth courses.

Maybe you’ve already done your research on natural childbirth courses and want to see how Birth It Up! compares. Or, maybe you’re a fan of Mommy Labor Nurse and can’t wait to dig into her new class.

Whatever the case, I’m sure you have two main questions: 1. Is it worth it? And 2., can it help me have a natural childbirth?

I took Birth it Up! just so I could answer those questions for you. In this Birth It Up! Natural Series review, we’re going to go over the pros, cons, and content covered in this viral course.

By the end of this review, I hope you’ll have the information you need to decide if its the right class for you. 

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The Birth It Up! Natural Series Review

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Birth It Up! Natural Series Review: At a Glance

What is the Birth It Up! Natural Series

Birth It Up! is an online childbirth course created and taught by Liesel Teen, an L & D nurse passionate about childbirth, pregnancy, and early motherhood.

After taking the course, I’ve got to say that I love Liesel’s unique take on childbirth. As an L & D nurse and a first-time mom herself, she brings so much knowledge to the table!

 Liesel actually created two Birth It Up! courses: the Natural Series and the Epidural Series. As you can probably imagine, the Natural Series focuses on how to labor through childbirth without the aid of an epidural. The Epidural Series delivers a curriculum centered around responsibly using an epidural. 

Both courses provide in-depth coverage of labor and delivery topics that you’d find in hospital-based prenatal classes. We’ll get more into exactly what content is covered in a moment.

Class Structure

The majority of the class is taught by instructional videos. Basically, Liesel sits you down and reveals the secrets of childbirth to you. It’s very casual, but also to the point and without much fluff. 

A narrative is included at the bottom of each lesson.

While taking the course, I found the written narrative extremely helpful. If you’re anything like me, you might struggle to retain information without taking notes or reading a written guide. The combination of video and written content helped me focus and solidify the information. Plus, the notes make a great quick-reference guide for later.

The course also includes a free guide, The Ultimate Guide to Labor and Delivery.

Content

Despite focusing on natural childbirth, the Birth It Up! Natural Series class actually offers a very comprehensive overview of all aspects of late pregnancy, labor, and delivery. 

The amount of information I studied in this course was definitely equivalent to the hospital-led course I took in my own pregnancy.

A few of the topics included are:

• Choosing a Provider
• Epidurals, Medications, Inductions, and Other Interventions
• The Anatomy of Labor and What to Expect
• What to Expect at the Hospital
• Pain Management and Pushing Tips
• Post-Delivery Tips
• Special Circumstances

Who This Course is For

First, let’s go over why you need to take a natural childbirth course if you plan on delivering epidural-free.

Just as Liesel said in her class, knowledge is power, especially with something as unknown and painful as childbirth. When you prepare beforehand and educate yourself on how to effectively cope with this pain, you’re much more likely to have a beautiful, natural birth experience.

So, please, take a natural childbirth class. 

Whether you choose one taught at a local birthing center or an online-based, it needs to be reputable and should focus primarily on giving birth naturally. 

While there are some exceptions, most hospital-based childbirth courses are not adequate sources for natural laboring techniques. That’s definitely not a slight on hospital-based labor educators. These hospital childbirth educators are often passionate, experienced professionals. 

However, hospital-led courses accommodate a range of women that may or may not be interested in giving birth naturally. They simply don’t have time to go into more advanced pain-coping techniques. 

Who I Would Recommend the Birth It Up! Class To

Hopefully by now I’ve convinced you that taking any natural childbirth class is in your best interests. 

But why should you take this class?

The Birth It Up! Class is perfect for new moms on a budget. It goes over the essentials of natural childbirth at an incredible price. If you want to go natural and simply can’t afford to take the more advanced natural childbirth classes, it’s well worth your time and money.

This course is also great for women that are on a time-crunch. If your due date is in a week and you need to knock out a childbirth course in a few hours, Birth It Up! will tell you everything you need to know. 

Who this Course Isn’t For

If you’re looking for a full-featured natural childbirth course, the Birth It Up! class is not for you.

Birth It Up! Natural Series was designed to give expecting millennials quick, bite-sized information from an unbiased source. While the video lessons are packed with information, the course itself was designed to be consumed in three hours. 

It does not contain interactive lessons, step-by-step tutorials on how to cope with labor pains, and demonstration exercises.

If you’re searching for a more comprehensive course, you may want to invest in the KOPA PREPARED Birth Course or the Mama Natural Birth Course. These massive courses contain lessons and exercises that are meant to be practiced throughout the span of a couple weeks to better prepare you by the time labor rolls around. 

Before you purchase this course (or any online course for that matter) really be honest with yourself about your goals for pregnancy as well as your learning style. 

If you need the extra visuals, practice homework, and exercises, then those courses are worth their investment. However, if you’re confident that a lecture-style course fits your learning style then Birth It Up! is an excellent resource.  

Birth It Up! Natural Series Review: Highlights

Epidurals, Medications, Inductions, and Other Interventions

 While the course does focus primarily on giving birth naturally, it also offers a very thorough section on epidurals and other medications. The idea is to inform you about these topics so you can be prepared for real world situations. Believe me, poop happens during even the most prepared woman’s labor (literally).

Liesel explains the entire epidural process, side-effects, and benefits of getting an epidural. She also goes over other pharmaceuticals (such as nitrous oxide and fentanyl) that may be able to take the edge off just enough that you can labor epidural-free. 

I particularly enjoyed her take on interventions and inductions. Inductions are such a common occurrence, especially after recent studies.  Liesel explains the pros and cons of inductions and other interventions in an unbiased format.

Anatomy of Labor and What to Expect

I can’t believe I’m saying this, but I actually liked the anatomy lesson Liesel gave in this course. 

By the end of that section you’ll not only be able to understand what’s happening during labor, but why it’s happening. You’ll learn everything you need to about labor, such as what to expect, the stages of labor, how to identify contractions, and when to call your provider.

She also teaches you how to prepare your body beforehand so you can enjoy a quicker labor with fewer complications.  

Pain Management and Pushing Tips

While there aren’t any demonstrations provided with the course, Liesel does discuss breathing and relaxation techniques to help you cope with labor pains.

She also goes into her theory on labor positions, the right mentality necessary for going natural, and how to cope when you just can’t take it anymore.

Post-Delivery Tips

Delivering your baby is only half the story!

In this section, you’ll learn about what happens after you deliver your baby. A few topics you’ll learn about are how to deliver your placenta, possible complications you could run into postpartum, the basics of postpartum care, and perineal tearing.

Special Circumstances

Just like inductions, epidurals, and other medications, I think it’s critical that you’re at least aware of unplanned situations before entering into labor. 

The course goes over special circumstances, such as c-sections, breech babies, posterior babies, and rare pregnancy conditions. 

Chances are, you won’t have to deal with these situations. But, should you ever find yourself at that point, you’ll at least be able to make informed choices.

Birth It Up! Natural Series Review: Is it Worth It?

That’s the ultimate question, isn’t it? Is this class worth it? 

In my opinion, if you’re a natural-minded mama on a budget, you need to take this course. 

After my own failed attempt at going natural, I think it’s a mistake going into labor without taking a natural birth course. The key to successfully navigating through an epidural-free labor lies is preparation. Birth It Up! Is full of information you probably haven’t even considered researching yet. Information that can give you the confidence you need to walk into that hospital, fearless, and ready to rock your birth. 

With the unbeatable price-point and Liesel’s knowledge and passion for childbirth, I think Birth It Up! is a great resource you don’t want to miss. 

On a side note, the course also offers a pretty impressive community to get involved with. With over 1000 members in the Birth It Up Facebook group, you’ll be surrounded by expecting moms that can support and help you through this last leg of pregnancy. 

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Rock Your Birth!

I hope my Birth It Up! Natural Series review helped you decide if this is the right natural childbirth class for you. If you have any questions about the course, I’d love to hear from you. Just shoot me a message in the comments below. I’m happy to help!

If you’d like to go ahead and rock your labor with Liesel and the other students at Birth It Up, you can snag the course 10% off with my exclusive discount code, BLUNDERSINBABYLAND.

If you’re still researching, don’t forget to check out my other childbirth course reviews.

Good luck, Mama!

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Choosing a baby name is tough. My husband and I literally spent hours writing down baby names, narrowing our list, and then started from scratch the next day. 

But choosing a name when you don’t even know the gender of your baby? I definitely feel for you.

Everyone loves buying babies personalized gifts, which can add a decent amount of pressure to choose a name before giving birth. So, if you’ve decided to leave the gender of your baby a surprise, gender neutral baby names could be the perfect solution.

Gender neutral baby names are actually quite popular right now. This list will highlight both popular and unique unisex baby names. Hopefully, by the end of this post, you’ll hone in on the perfect name for your little one.

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50 Unique and Popular Gender Neutral Names with Great Meanings

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Ashton 

Although Ashton is more commonly used for girls, it’s by no means uncommon for boys. Ashton is actually an English surname, meaning “ash tree town.”

Alexi

This name has been one of my favorites ever since I heard it. It’s a variation of Alexander, which means “defender of man.” You’ll see quite a few Alexander variants on this list.

Bentley

Bentley is a classy name, especially if you or your partner is a car-enthusiast. It’s Old English for “covered with bent grass.”

Christian 

This is probably one of the most popular unisex baby names on this list. Literally meaning “follower of Christ,” the use of Christian spiked in the 1990s. While it’s still a very popular boy name, it’s becoming less popular for girls. 

Dallas 

Aside from location, this gender neutral name gets its roots from the Gaelic language. It means “meadow dwelling.”

Devon

Devon is an old Irish word, that means “defender”. Alternatively, some believe it originated from the county in England.

Evan 

Although it has several roots in other languages, the unisex rendition of this name stems from Hebrew. It can be translated as “God is gracious.”

Emery

Another gender neutral baby name with multiple meanings, the Teutonic meaning for Emery is “industrious”, while the German form means “brave.”

Fallon

One of my personal favorites, Fallon is Irish for “leader.” Fallon is traditionally thought to be a girl name, but originally was old for men.  

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Fred 

When you’re choosing a unisex baby name, you might want to stick with a nickname for now and adjust baby’s full name after he (or she!) is born. This post will list off a few gender neutral names that follow that idea. 

Fred is an excellent nickname for both boys and girls. Frederick or Fredrich in German means “peaceful ruler.” If you happen to have a girl, Winifred is a beautiful, Old Welsh name for “blessed” or “holy one.”

Gael 

Gael is one of the most popular gender neutral baby names of this modern era. It’s a Celtic name, simply referring to a gaelic-speaking person.

Gene

Gene, or more commonly Jean in its feminine form, is a short version of Eugene. Eugene means “well-born.”

Harper 

This gender neutral baby name just keeps growing in popularity. It’s a beautiful yet strong name, literally meaning “harp player.”

Hayden

Traditionally, Hayden was considered more of a boy name. However, now it’s really starting to see some growth on the feminine side. The name is super cool as well; it’s Welsh for “fire.”

Indiana

The man, the myth, the legend…or the heartland state. Whether you have fond memories of the state or simply love the connection to the adventurer, it’s a great name for both boys and girls.  

Izzy

Izzy was considered more of a female name, but it’s definitely picking up some steam for boys as well. I love its versatility; it can be a shortened version of Isabella, Isabel, Isaac, and even Isaiah. 

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Julian 

Originally Julian was a variation of the name Julius, which means “youthful.” During the Roman times, Julius was actually considered a gender neutral name. Julian simply followed that trend. 

Jerri 

Jerri (or Gerri) is a nickname for the English name, Geraldine or Gerald. Both mean “ruling spear.”

Kyle

Before Kyla became popular, Kyle was considered a gender neutral baby name. The name was originally a Scottish surname, meaning “strait.” 

Kasey

Still a popular unisex name today, Kasey means “brave.”

Lauren 

Traditionally thought of as a girl name, Lauren gained popularity for boys in the 1800s. It’s latin for “laurel plant.”

Laine

You can pronounce Laine as “Lane” or “Lane-ee”. In any case, Lane is a Finnish name meaning “wave.”

Max 

Another personal favorite, Max can be a nickname for Maxine, Maxwell, or Maximillion. Max usually takes on the definition of Maximillion, which means “greatest.”

Madison 

Although Madison is more commonly used as a girl name in modern days, it was originally considered a male name, meaning “Matthew’s son.”

Nat

The next three gender neutral baby names can be narrowed down once your baby is born. Nat is the nickname for Natalia, Natasha, Natalie, Nathan, and Nathaniel.

Nicky 

Another popular nickname, Nicky (or Nicki) can be used for Nicole or Nicholas.

Ollie 

Ollie is a classic nickname for Oliver or Olivia.

Oakley

Much like Bentley, Oakley is an ultra trendy English name. Oakley means “oak grove.”

Parker 

Used for both females and males throughout time, Parker is Old English for “park keeper.”

Patton

Patton (or Peyton if you’re a football fan) is an old unisex baby name meaning “fighter’s town.” 

Quinn

If you’d like to give your baby an intellectual head-start, Quinn is a traditional Gaelic surname meaning, “wisdom.”

Quade

Quade or Qade (sounds like “Wade” with a Q) is more often used as a boy name. However, in the past it was actually a gender neutral baby name bestowed on the fourth-born child.

Riley

Riley is a strong, feisty Irish name meaning “valiant.” 

Raine

In Old French, Raine was used exclusively as a feminine name that meant “queen” or “she sings.” In modern days, more and more boys are taking on the name. 

Sacha 

Sacha is the Russian variation of Alexander, defender of man.

Saffron 

Saffron actually gets its roots from Egypt. Originally, it was used as a unisex name referencing its yellow spice namesake.

Taylor 

An extremely popular gender neutral baby name, Taylor literally means, “to cut.”

Teagan 

Teagan is Gaelic for little poet. Or, if bestowed on a boy, it can also mean handsome man.

Tristan 

Tristan has a long line of heroic predecessors, mostly male. Before the myth, Tristan was a unisex Welsh name meaning “outcry” or “noisy.”

Umber 

A perfect choice for your brown-haired boy or girl.

Eunice

Unice (more commonly spelled Eunice), is greek, for “good victory.” It grew in popularity as a boy name in the 80s.

Vic

Vic is a great nickname for your little Victor or Victoria.

Valen 

If you’re searching for a meaningful gender neutral baby name, Valen is a solid choice. It’s an English name that means “strong.” 

Wesley 

Wesley is a fairly popular English name that means “dweller of the western wood clearing.” Although in the past it was used more as a boy name, we’ve seen a spike in girl Wesleys in the last decade.

Will 

Another unisex nickname that’s seen a sudden increase in female namebearers. Will is usually a shortened version of the names Willow or William. 

Xavier 

Most of us are familiar with the male version of Xavier, a Spanish name meaning large house or castle. However, in Aramaic cultures Xavier is also considered a girl name and means “bright.”

Yule 

If you’re expecting a Christmas baby, Yule is perfect! Yule means “winter solstice.”

York 

York is a trendy, location-based unisex name gaining popularity quick. 

Zander

A unique variation of Alexander, that can actually be used for boys and girls.

Zen 

If you suspect that your baby is a quiet soul, Zen could be the perfect name. 

What’s Your Favorite Gender Neutral Baby Names?

What do you think? Did you see any gender neutral baby names that inspired you? 

If you’re still looking, try writing down your top three before moving on to fresh ideas. Then, eliminate three from your top six. Try those remaining top three on for size for about a week. If none of them feel right, move on. 

 If you’re still searching for inspiration, we have several posts devoted to finding the perfect baby name! I hope you’ll check them out, as well as some of our most helpful pregnancy posts.

Good luck, Mama!

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