With baby showers, as with all important events, often the
details can get in the way of the hosts enjoyment of the party!
Don't let yourself get overwhelmed. Take it one step at a time
and enjoy yourself. A baby is on the way and the baby shower is
your welcome home gift. Answer these questions before you begin
and your baby shower is sure to be a success.
Who Does What?
Assign tasks. Delegating duties will let you direct and handle
mishaps rather than handle everything as well as mishaps. Of
course, enlisting friends and family requires their agreement so
ask them well in advance of the baby shower.
How Much Will You Spend?
Set aside a certain amount of money for each part of the baby
shower and stick to it. Make sure your list is thorough and that
your expected expenditures are realistic. Don't forget the paper
plates and cups and napkins! Assigning others to bring things
you need will help you cut down on baby shower expenses.
Who's Coming?
Ask the new parents who they want at their baby shower and get
the addresses at least a month in advance. You will need
addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses. Get the
invitations out no less than 3 weeks before the day of the baby
shower.
What's Your Theme?
1930s Flapper baby shower? Maybe a picnic in the park? Whatever
you choose, make sure that your guests know what to expect.
What Food Will You Serve?
The food for your baby shower should reflect the theme, but make
sure you choose something that the Mom to be likes. Pregnant
women have aversions and cravings and catering to these is an
essential aspect of the baby shower.
Where Should You Hold the Baby Shower?
Wherever you choose, it should be easy to find, comfortable for
the number of guests you've invited and inexpensive to you.
When Should You Hold the Baby Shower?
It's the new mom's choice! She may want to hold it in the middle
of her pregnancy or wait until after the baby is born. When you
pick a date and time, stick with it!
What Games Will You Play?
What prizes will you give away? What will you need so that all
of your guests can play the games? Make sure you choose plenty
of back up baby shower games in case things go a little too slow
and need some livening up!
About the author:
Stephen Kreutzer is a freelance publisher based in Cupertino,
California. He publishes articles and reports in various ezines
and provides baby shower tips on
www.baby-shower-roundup
.com.
