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Jacob, Ethan, Michael, Jacob. Isabella, Sophia, Emma, Olivia. In 4 years these will be the most popular names in Kindergarten classes across the U.S [source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2010 top baby names.] The name adorning their baby’s birth announcement is one of the first big decisions made by parents, and is often one of the earliest discussions among expecting couples.

But the baby naming process is not without potential hiccups and problems- just ask Emma Royd or Harry Pitts! So if you are expecting, or are asked to vote on potential baby names selected by a friend or family member, consider these possible baby name blunders.

• You like the sound of your baby’s planned first name with your last name, but make sure that any potential nicknames sound fine as well. Benjamin Ito is OK, but Ben Ito is not so good.
• Check that initials are not embarrassing or inappropriate – your child may well receive monogrammed backpacks or other items, and Andrea Sarah Smith just does not abbreviate well….
• Consider the likelihood of misspellings and mispronunciations. This one hits close to home for me (“it’s pronounced like “Nicholas without the “s” and not “Nicole-a”" sigh…)
• If you don’t want your child to be one of three Jacobs in his Kindergarten class, consult top baby name lists to ensure you’ll be picking an original [http://www.babycenter.com/baby-names].

Picking your baby’s name is a responsibility that is meaningful, fun and exciting all at the same time. Even if you wait until the delivery room to make your final determination, do create a list of possibilities and check for potential no-no’s. And when the time comes, select a beautiful birth announcement to share the baby’s name with those you love. LookLoveSend has a growing collection of

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