| A babymoon, or a pre-baby vacation, is becoming | | | | of guesses to record in the baby book or scrapbook. |
| common among expectant parents. It is meant to | | | | You might consider buying a souvenir that will go well |
| put some focus on the relationship while a couple | | | | in the nursery, or you might try using this special time |
| spends some time just relaxing in preparation for the | | | | to shop for and choose a "going home" outfit or a |
| new arrival. While the destination and itinerary for a | | | | christening gown. |
| babymoon can be anywhere, you of course want to | | | | If you have not already chosen a name, consider |
| avoid a stressful itinerary and try to focus on making | | | | waiting for the babymoon for the final decision. Have |
| memories related to this time in your life. | | | | a nice dinner by candle light or take a long walk on |
| One great way to focus on this momentous occasion | | | | the beach, clear your minds and name your child. |
| is to book a pregnancy massage. Make sure that you | | | | Who knows how you will be inspired? The sights, |
| check the therapist's credentials ahead of time to | | | | sounds and smells of your surroundings may conjure |
| ensure that he/she is trained in the technique. To add | | | | creativity and trigger memories of a time or a person |
| to the experience and to make it last a life time, | | | | that you would like to honor in naming your baby, or |
| choose a couple's aroma-therapy massage. Ask the | | | | if you are on the quirkier side, some lucky waiter |
| therapist a common and distinct scent such as | | | | may soon have a namesake. |
| lavender, ginger, or citrus or bring your own scented | | | | Consider a destination that is easily accessible, and |
| oils or lotions. Your sense of smell is known for | | | | start the tradition of visiting upon the heels of every |
| triggering memories and for years to come the scent | | | | new arrival in your growing family. Or, choose a place |
| you choose will bring you back to the excitement | | | | that can be easily converted into a family expedition, |
| and hopefulness of the days before you delivered | | | | and plan to visit with your child when she is old |
| your child. | | | | enough to make her own memories. Take pictures at |
| If you are close to delivery, have your toenails done | | | | land marks with baby on board, and return in a few |
| in tribute baby blue or pink, or if you do not know if | | | | years for a nice family portrait. Any activity that |
| you are having a baby boy or a baby girl, ask | | | | when recounted in years to come will create |
| everyone that you encounter to guess. Keep a tally | | | | nostalgia is a perfect activity for a babymoon. |