Planning a baby shower can be tough work unlessyou can clearly map out what both you and the mother-to-be want in aparty. All you have to do is focus on a few simple things to make surethe baby shower is a hit for everyone.
In the lead up to having ababy, for the parents everything can feel like a production. Besidesthe stress of the actual childbirth, you have to get the nurserytogether, deal with the insurance costs and make sure the child has afinancial nest egg to start their life.This is why baby showersare left to the new mothers friends and family, because the last thinga mother needs to worry about is getting the right baby shower decorations.While its not exactly brain surgery, if its your first time doing itplanning the right baby shower can be a little bit stressful. There isfiguring out the guest list, sending out invitations, planning games,getting food and drinks, and, most of all, making sure everyone has agreat time. It might sound like a lot, but as long as you take it stepby step it shouldnt be any more of a hassle then, say, planning a gettogether with your friends.
Maybe the easiest part of theplanning is getting a guest list together. This is pretty much all onthe expectant mother, whoever she wants she can invite. Chances areshell already have a list in her head ready by the time you come withher with your inquiry. Just make sure you have enough room for everyonein either your or her residence. Picking the right invitation againfalls under the discretion of the mother-to-be. Some women might notcare what invitations go out (at that point you can purchase them atTarget or Wal-Mart), while others might want something more formal. Youmight want to check shops like Paper Chase and Papyrus for a widevariety of cute (though somewhat pricey) invitation ideas.
Whenit comes to planning games for the baby shower, your best bet might beto check out the countless number of baby shower planning books thatare out there or, more economically, you can check out internetwebsites which highlight baby shower games. Some expectant mothersmight want to skip the games and make the shower a more streamlinedaffair.
Two of the most important components of the baby showerwill be the food and the drinks offered during the affair. Lets faceit: one of the main reasons to go to any party is to graze on the foodand drinks offered at it. While freshly made party platters offeredfrom local grocers are a good idea for any party, those looking to getthe affair catered might want to look towards a chain restaurant thatoffers platters off different ethnic food such as Greek, Mexican,Japanese, etc. Make sure the food matches with the expectant mothersand attendees tastes. As for drinks: soft drinks, mineral waters,juices, and wine are always good ideas.
The key to making anybaby shower a hit is making sure both the mother to be and guests havea good time. The combination of good food, drinks, fun games and anoverall good atmosphere will make any baby shower a hit.
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