{"id":39831,"date":"2026-01-26T14:39:52","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T14:39:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/happybabiesstore.com\/?p=39831"},"modified":"2026-01-26T14:39:52","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T14:39:52","slug":"naming-bebe-how-to-choose-a-baby-name-youll-love-for-life-podcast-ep-196","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/happybabiesstore.com\/?p=39831","title":{"rendered":"Naming Bebe: How to Choose a Baby Name You\u2019ll Love for Life \u2013 Podcast Ep 196"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>We handpick products with expert insight, hands-on experience, and parent feedback. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission, helping us keep our content free. \u2764\ufe0f [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/editorial-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more<\/a>]<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"short-p \"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" frameborder=\"0\" height=\"200\" scrolling=\"no\" src=\"https:\/\/playlist.megaphone.fm?e=AIHII2073901171\" width=\"100%\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p class=\"short-p has-text-align-center\"><a href=\"https:\/\/open.spotify.com\/show\/5nQtCbSEgggszqzmS1jF6D?si=hmxInwcpTX2I3uB3iCCiCA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Spotify<\/a> |\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/apple.co\/2RnxpVe\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Apple Podcasts<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/2zP5Q08\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TuneIn<\/a> |\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.audible.com\/pd\/Chick-Chat-The-Baby-Chick-Podcast-Podcast\/B09VKKDFM6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Audible<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Choosing the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/pick-perfect-baby-name\/\" type=\"post\" id=\"30130\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">perfect baby name<\/a> might be one of the biggest decisions you make (especially in the early years) as a parent.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019ve had a name list ready since you were 12 or feel completely stuck scrolling through lists, we all want to pick a name that feels meaningful and just right for our child. But with opinions coming at you from every direction, this can quickly turn into one of the most stressful parts of the baby prep process.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why I invited Colleen Slagen, founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namingbebe.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.namingbebe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Naming Bebe<\/a> and professional baby name consultant, to join me on today\u2019s episode of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/category\/podcast\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/category\/podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Chick Chat<\/a>. Colleen has a true gift for helping parents choose a name they\u2019ll love for life, and she\u2019s sharing her best tips with us.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-is-colleen-slagen\">Who is Colleen Slagen?<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\">\n<div class=\"flex justify-center\">\n<div class=\"image-container relative\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"785\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Colleen-Slagen-785x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Adorable baby chick hatchling with soft yellow feathers.\" class=\"wp-image-263441\" style=\"width:501px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Colleen-Slagen-785x1024.jpg 785w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Colleen-Slagen-230x300.jpg 230w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Colleen-Slagen-768x1001.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Colleen-Slagen-scaled.jpg 1963w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 785px) 100vw, 785px\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.namingbebe.com\/about\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.namingbebe.com\/about\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Colleen Slagen<\/a> is the founder of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.namingbebe.com\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/www.namingbebe.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Naming Bebe<\/a>, where she helps parents find baby names that feel true to their style, values, and story. A former nurse practitioner, Colleen launched her naming consultancy in 2021 and has quickly become one of the most trusted voices in the space. Her insights have been featured by <em>NPR<\/em>, <em>The Today Show<\/em>, <em>ABC News<\/em>, <em>The Washington Post<\/em>, and more. She is also the author of the book <em>Naming Bebe<\/em>, a next-generation baby name book that\u2019s full of activities, advice, and inspiration for parents on the hunt for the right name.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\">\n<div class=\"flex justify-center\">\n<div class=\"image-container relative\"><img loading=\"lazy\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/71z9E0SLgzL._SL1500_-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Naming Bebe book cover\" class=\"wp-image-263442\" style=\"width:498px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/71z9E0SLgzL._SL1500_-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/71z9E0SLgzL._SL1500_-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/71z9E0SLgzL._SL1500_.jpg 1125w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\"\/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3NBwKkM\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"btn buy\"><br \/>\n\t<span>Buy Here<\/span><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Through her book, private consultations, naming style quizzes, custom lists, and content that\u2019s reached millions online, Colleen empowers parents to make confident, joyful decisions about their baby\u2019s name. I couldn\u2019t wait to dive in and learn from her what every expecting parent should consider when it comes to naming their baby.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-did-we-discuss\">What Did We Discuss?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"short-p \">In this episode, we cover:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What a professional baby name consultant actually does<\/li>\n<li>How to get unstuck when you can\u2019t find \u201cthe one perfect name\u201d<\/li>\n<li>Tips for couples who can\u2019t agree on a name<\/li>\n<li>Naming strategies for siblings that don\u2019t sound cheesy<\/li>\n<li>How to handle it when someone \u201csteals\u201d your favorite name<\/li>\n<li>Navigating family name traditions and expectations<\/li>\n<li>Naming trends you\u2019ll want to know about<\/li>\n<li>Avoiding common baby name regrets<\/li>\n<li>Plus, Colleen\u2019s #1 piece of advice for every parent naming a baby<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re into vintage charm, modern flair, or something one-of-a-kind, this conversation is packed with creativity and confidence-building tips to make the naming process feel exciting and fun again.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n<p>In my opinion, naming your baby isn\u2019t just a checklist item; it\u2019s the beginning of their story. And it\u2019s okay if that process feels a little emotional or overwhelming for you. For many of us, we feel that way, too. What matters most is that the name you choose feels meaningful to <em>you<\/em>. This episode was a refreshing reminder that with the right tools (and mindset), naming your baby can actually be fun and even healing.<\/p>\n<p>So whether you\u2019re narrowing down your top three or just getting started, I hope this conversation leaves you feeling inspired and excited for what\u2019s to come!<\/p>\n<p class=\"short-p \"><strong>Colleen\u2019s Resources:<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>We hope you found this episode helpful. If you did and enjoyed it, please subscribe to our podcast, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.baby-chick.com\/category\/podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chick Chat<\/a>, and leave us an honest review. Links below!<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We handpick products with expert insight, hands-on experience, and parent feedback. 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