Many stores where the mother registers are now giving out blank baby shower invitations. Or, the hostess can spend a little more and have the cards professionally made, such as is done for a wedding. Generally, though, the kind found in stores are perfectly acceptable and very cute! Or you or your hostess could make your own invitations.

Celebrity names may sound appealing, but your child may not want to compete with a larger than life persona, such as Madonna or Prince.

If there are no medical reasons to avoid exercising while pregnant, most doctors agree that a 30-minute workout several times a week will help women feel better physically and emotionally. It will also help them lose the pregnancy weight once the baby is born.

Low blood sugar is one theory as to why women experience sickness. Eating smaller meals should help.