I started a website for Dylan, but on my own website. It might be cost effective to start a website about your family, that way each person can have their own section. I use yahoo, they are simple, fun, and very easy to use!! Here's what I have for Dylan: www.mindsoulcreation.com/baby.html
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Here's what I have for Dylan:
www.mindsoulcreation.com/baby.html
I don't know Mel... I use yahoo geocities, and I know they have some basic formats that you can use
I found this list of webhosts you might look at: http://www.pinfever.com/kidszonewebsitehosting.html
HTH!