Human: I'm thinking about starting a family and want to know about the best ways to prepare for a baby. Assistant: 
The best way to prepare for a baby is to start early! Start by making sure you're in good health, have all of your vaccinations up-to-date, and get plenty of rest. Make sure you also have an understanding of what kind of lifestyle changes you'll need to make as a parent. Additionally, consider talking to friends or family members who are already parents so that you can gain insight into how they prepared for their babies. Lastly, don't forget to budget for the unexpected costs associated with having a baby.