Free baby picture contests are a joy for many mommies; it gives us a chance to show off our baby to a large group of brimming mommies, much like ourselves, and a chance to rank our baby’s chubby little faces. Just because you want to compete in a free baby picture contest doesn’t mean that your baby will. I have to tell you, when you are trying to take that prize photo, the last thing that seems to be on their minds is holding still and giving you that heart-melting smile, but be patient, and remember the contest is really for you, not them. There will always be another one.