Baby Shower Planning: Tips, Advice, And Ideas For A Successful
Shower
Planning a baby shower is the perfect way of expressing
"Congratulations," or "We're happy for you," or "Best wishes"
when a newborn has been added to the family.
Aimed at further boosting the parents-to-be's excitement for the
future member of their family, the baby shower is usually hosted
by a close friend or relative, at any time during the last
months of the pregnancy.
Just like any other party, a baby shower requires careful
planning to ensure that it will go as smoothly as possible, and
be memorable for everyone. Although there are no rules cast in
stone in preparing for a baby shower, there are some helpful
tips to follow to help the host organize every aspect of the
event.
1) Decide on the location.
Most baby showers are held at the parent-to-be's house, since
the expectant mother's health needs to be considered. It is
recommended for small, intimate parties, with only the closest
friends and family members. Guests also tend to be more
comfortable if the party's setting is at home.
If the expectant parents love the outdoors, a barbecue party at
their garden, or a local park may also be an option. Naturally,
the weather must be considered - baby shower does not literally
mean soaking the guests in the rain.
For less complications, the host may reserve a secluded area in
a restaurant or bar. It may be more costly, but at least the
decoration, food and drinks, as well as the post-party cleanup
will already be taken care of.
2) Choose the party's theme.
For easier decoration ideas, a theme may be decided upon.
Consider the expectant parents' favorite movies or hangouts.
Another option is to decorate the party site by re-creating the
place where they had their honeymoon, such as a cruise ship, or
Paris-inspired caf