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Neither Myriad Genetics, Inc., nor its employees, nor any contributor to this website, makes any representations, express or implied, with respect to the information provided herein or to its use.SneakPeek aims to provide the most accurate and up-to-date information to help our readers make informed decisions regarding their health before, during, and after pregnancy. This article was written based upon trusted scientific research studies and/or articles. Credible information sources for this article are cited and hyperlinked. 5 tips for picking the perfect baby name Choosing a name for your new baby is such an awesome responsibility, in every sense of the word. For some parents, it’s one of the easier decisions. But for the rest of us who aren’t quite sure where to begin, ordering an early gender test kit can help by eliminating some name options early on. Here are five other great tips to help you choose baby names for your new little bundle of joy. Try it on for size. If you’re overwhelmed by all the beautiful baby names out there, sit down with your partner and say them out loud, or refer to your belly by any of the names on your list and see which ones stick! Share it—selectively. If you’ve narrowed it down to three baby names you love but you’re not having triplets, share your list with a few friends or family members. Even a subtle reaction from a trusted pal can help you narrow it down to the winner. Play the labor card. Are you and your partner locked in a battle over who gets the final say? Play your trump card, moms. You’re pushing this baby out, so you get to name her! Don’t forget the middle name. Don’t forget the middle name. What happens when you’re in love with two baby names and you just can’t decide? You don’t need a tiebreaker, use one for the middle name! Trust yourself. It can be scary to choose your baby’s name. Yes, it will become a huge part of your child’s identity for the rest of their life, but as far as parenting goes, this one is a soft ball. Trust yourself to make the right call—because we know you will. 5 Tips for Picking the Perfect Baby Name Choosing a name for your new baby is such an awesome responsibility, in every sense of the word. For some parents, it’s one of the easier decisions. But for the rest of us who aren’t quite sure where to begin, ordering an early gender test kit can help by eliminating some name options early on. Here are five other great tips to help you choose baby names for your new little bundle of joy. Try it on for size. If you’re overwhelmed by all the beautiful baby names out there, sit down with your partner and say them out loud, or refer to your belly by any of the names on your list and see which ones stick! Share it—selectively. If you’ve narrowed it down to three baby names you love but you’re not having triplets, share your list with a few friends or family members. Even a subtle reaction from a trusted pal can help you narrow it down to the winner. Play the labor card. Are you and your partner locked in a battle over who gets the final say? Play your trump card, moms. You’re pushing this baby out, so you get to name her! Don’t forget the middle name. Don’t forget the middle name. What happens when you’re in love with two baby names and you just can’t decide? You don’t need a tiebreaker, use one for the middle name! Trust yourself. It can be scary to choose your baby’s name. Yes, it will become a huge part of your child’s identity for the rest of their life, but as far as parenting goes, this one is a soft ball. Trust yourself to make the right call—because we know you will. Editorial Policy At SneakPeek, our commitment is to provide accurate, up-to-date, and reliable information to empower our readers. Our content is thoroughly researched, reviewed by medical experts, and fact-checked to ensure its credibility. We prioritize the well-being and education of our readers, and our editorial policy adheres to the highest standards of integrity and accuracy in all our articles. Published on January 4th, 2018 Internally Reviewed by Priscilla Jeng, Associate Director. To ensure the highest standards of factual accuracy and reliability, all SneakPeek blog content is meticulously reviewed by our experienced internal team. Check out SneakPeek Gender Test to find out your baby's gender as early as 6 weeks with over 99% accuracy! Shop Our Products SneakPeek Gender Snap Learn if you’re having a boy or girl with the #1 OBGYN-recommended at-home baby gender test, over 99% accurate1 at 6 weeks into pregnancy. Get next-day results! Shop Now SneakPeek Fetal Doppler An easy, portable way to hear your baby’s heartbeat in between doctor visits, starting at 16 weeks into pregnancy. 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