So, you entered your baby. You rallied the grandparents. You have approximately 47 adorable photos ready to go. And now you’re wondering… what happens next?

We’ve got you, parent.

The Official Baby of the Year Competition Guide is here, and it’s basically your Cliff Notes for everything you’ll want to know as you and your tiny contender take on this big adventure.

Think of it as the “Okay, but how does all of this actually work?” guide.

Inside, you’ll find the important stuff—how the competition works, what to expect from voting, who’s eligible, how your baby’s profile works, and how we’re working to keep the experience safe for our littlest competitors. We also break down the charitable side of the competition and where donation votes go.

In other words: less guessing, more baby cheering.

And while there are plenty of official details to know, Baby of the Year is ultimately about something pretty simple: celebrating your little one, bringing your people together, and being part of something bigger supporting Baby2Baby through DTCare.

Whether you’re a first-time competitor, a seasoned Baby of the Year super fan, or the friend who somehow got recruited to share a voting link with the entire family group chat, the guide is here to help you feel confident along the way.

Get in the know with the Baby of the Year Official Competition Guide

Grab a cup of coffee, find your baby’s favorite cozy spot, and take a peek at the Baby of the Year Official Competition Guide.

Then get back to the important stuff:

Taking approximately 800 more pictures of those smiles. 📸👶

Good luck, families. Let the cuteness commence! 💛