Get ready, Central Florida the cutest competition of the year has officially arrived. Central Florida Lifestyle Magazine’s Cutest Baby Contest is back and better than ever. Thanks to the support of Nemours Children’s Health and exciting community collaborations with Orlando Mom Collective and the Florida Kids and Family Expo.
Whether you’re entering your baby or rallying friends and family to vote, here’s your complete guide to how it works, key dates, and how to make the most of this adorable community celebration.
Who Can Enter?
If you have a baby living in Florida who is a newborn up to 12 months old, you’re eligible to participate. The contest is open for all Florida residents, bringing together families from across the state to celebrate their littlest stars.
Have more than one little one?
No problem. Each baby can be entered individually, including twins and multiples (just be sure to submit a separate entry for each).
How to Enter
Entering the contest is simple and completely FREE. The entry period starts Wednesday, March 25 and ends Saturday, April 25.
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Your baby’s name and age
- Your contact information
- One high-quality photo
Photo tips for best results:
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- Use a square or portrait image (at least 800×800 pixels)
- Keep the file under 10MB
- Accepted formats: JPEG, PNG, or WEBP
- Make sure your baby’s face is clearly visible
Once submitted, entries are reviewed and typically approved within 24–48 hours, so keep an eye on your email for confirmation.
Voting: How It Works
Once submission entries close on Saturday, the real fun begins: voting! The voting period goes from Sunday, April 26, through to Friday, May 8. Here’s what makes this contest especially exciting:
- Voting is FREE
- Everyone gets 3 votes per hour
- The limit resets every 60 minutes, so you can vote again and again.
- Plus, subscribe to the newsletter on the voting page to earn a bonus vote
There’s no cap on how many total votes you can cast during the contest. Just pace yourself hourly.
Pro tip: Share your baby’s entry link early and often with friends, family, coworkers, and your social media community to maximize votes.
To keep things fun and fair for everyone, the contest includes built-in safeguards:
- 3 votes per hour per IP address ensures equal opportunity
- Systems actively block VPNs, bots, and suspicious activity
- Every vote is monitored to maintain contest integrity
The goal? A level playing field where every baby has a real shot at winning.
Prizes Worth Smiling About
This isn’t just about bragging rights; the winners receive some incredible prizes!
1st Place:
- Cover of an upcoming digital issue of Central Florida Lifestyle Magazine
- Full feature article
- Promotion across digital, newsletter, and social platforms
- $250 cash prize
- Family 4-pack to the Florida Kids and Family Expo
2nd Place:
- Feature in the digital issue
- Article and social promotion
- Family 4-pack to the Florida Kids and Family Expo
3rd Place:
- Feature in the digital issue
- Article and social promotion
- Family 4-pack to the Florida Kids and Family Expo
Whether you’re entering your baby or cheering on a friend’s little one, our Cutest Baby Contest is all about celebrating family, community, and those unforgettable first-year moments.
So upload that adorable photo, spread the word, and get ready to vote because Central Florida is about to get very cute.
Have questions? Email contact@lifestylescfl.com anytime, and good luck to all our tiny contestants.