VIDEO: Name Sniping
Hello! I’ve decided to answer some of our reader questions on video! Today’s topic is baby name sniping: when you’ve planned to use a baby…
Month: April 2014
Babies on FaceTime: what are they thinking?
When adults and even children use video conferencing, we of course recognize that the screen is merely showing us an image of someone far away…
Perception of the name India
Hi Jennifer, I’m wondering about your thoughts on the name India. When choosing a name for me twenty-two years ago, my parents considered both India…
Gloriette
Dear Jennifer, My grandmother’s first name was Gloriette, pronounced glory-et. I’ve tried looking up this name before with no luck. Does the name come from…
The name Chapin
Dear Jennifer, I recently watched a movie called “Triple Dog” and the main character was a girl named Chapin. I noticed you didn’t have it…
Swimming to the Moon by Jeff McMahon
Poetry is a form of literature that we often forget about, but it’s one of the most adaptable and enjoyable varieties to read with kids. …
Liam or Asher?
Hi Jennifer, Which name do you prefer, Liam or Asher with the last name Bowman? Sincerely, Ashley Dear Ashley, If you say both names…
Baby jumper with music and zoo theme
Toddlers and babies need to move, and the Luv U Zoo Jumperoo can make it more fun for them to do so. With sounds, lights,…
Light-up potty for night toilet training
Helping your baby through toilet training can be difficult, and every little bit of help along the way can make a great difference, say the…
How to Ask Jennifer
I receive hundreds of emails a month asking for name advice. I do love researching names! However there is a right and a wrong way…
Meaning of the name Chainie
Hi Jennifer, My husband’s cousin’s name is ‘Chainie’. I have never heard of this name before until I met her. As far as I know…
New Names: Nathana and Veina?
Hello Jennifer, I’ve come up with two new unique girl names. The names are Veina and Nathana. I think I came up with Veina because…
From Grandma
Dear Jennifer, I am a 66 year old grandma. I have two grandchildren right now, however, my youngest son just got married. Your website provides…
Making a game of brushing teeth
For kids, tooth-brushing is an unpleasant chore, says San Francisco-based Grush. “Parents are forced to spend a lot of time supervising their child’s brushing to…
Learn with a helicopter
The Explore and Learn Helicopter combines a favorite toy with introductory learning tools. There’s a spinning propeller of course, and wheels that roll for take-off.…
