Baby showers are an excellent opportunity to honor the mother. In a show, there will be games, activities, foods and prizes. The shower usually occurs just a few months before the baby is born. To make a successful baby shower, you should discuss with the expectant mother to see what she likes and what she does not.
The purpose of a shower party is to honor the expectant mother and her child. This is a chance for family members and relatives to gather and enjoy their gathering. A shower is also a good opportunity for friends and workmates to share the happiness with the parents.
The expectant mother will have a chance to receive gifts from the guests. The gifts will be used for the baby. So as to let the guests know what to give, the mother usually makes a list of what the baby needs and then gives it out to the guests.
There are parties for couples and there are parties for women only. You must therefore first determine the type of party you want to do.
When you select a party with only feminine attendees, you have to make sure all the activities are feminine targeted. Some activities include spa showers and tea parties. The main color of the party will be either pink or blue. Remember, pink for baby girl and blue for baby boy.
There are also parties for men. These parties have a focus on sporting activities. In case the parents are expecting a second child, they may request the guests to bring books as gifts so as to build a library for the new child. The supplies and other stuff they can get from the previous child.
Usually the baby shower occurs a few months before the mother gives birth to the child. However, there are couples who celebrate the big event after the mom has given birth. The guests will be able to see the baby and then give appropriate gifts.
Invitations should be sent four to six weeks before the occasion. Don't send invitations too close to the event because there are chances that some guests cannot make it. If you want to invite guests from far away towns, you should notice them even earlier so that they have to time to arrange their job and prepare gifts.
Food and drink plays an important part of the success of a shower party. You should prepare food for all the expected guests and also for a few unexpected ones too - just in case! Baby showers will be a great joy for not only the parents but also any guests attending the event.