Best Baby Shower Etiquette Review

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Baby showers are very popular and are one tradition that nearly all mothers-to-be from most countries enjoy. A baby shower isn't solely for gift giving it is in fact a social event. It's for this reason that good etiquette ought to be observed. These etiquette's could vary depending on your country or origin; however it is the most typical ones that have been adopted.

1. The usual time to have a baby shower is someday before the birth. Usually, baby showers are held a month or 2 before the birth of the baby. Recently, however the baby shower has been held by some folks a month or 2 after the birth. However, having the shower before the birth will give the mother to be a chance to shop for things that weren't given as gifts at the baby shower.

2. Historically, a good friend of the mother hosts the baby shower. Or a relative and associates can assist with the event.

3. Baby showers aren't just for first-born babies, baby showers can be celebrated for each additional baby thereafter.

4. With the intervention of technological advancement it is no longer a guessing game as to what gender the new born will be, so if this has been determed it is simple enough to choose the right color gift for the baby. It's best to decide on gifts which will be helpful and something that a baby might need everyday like diapers, feeding bottles, bibs and baby blankets.

5. The host may introduce games to break the ice but this will not be the necessary if everyone knows one another and can converse easily. The host must also have refreshments prepared for the guests, and it is always a good plan to have the guest sign a guest book to enter good wishes for the new mom.

6. Usually, about twenty guests are invited to the show before the birth but after the birth the guest lists can be larger depending on the venue and how many guests can be accommodated.

7. A baby shower is typically held on the weekend since that's the most convenient day for guests and would last 2 to 3 hours but this is not a hard and fast rule as the time may be extended if everything is going well.

8. Normally the person hosting the baby shower shoulders the brunt of the expenses for food and other odds and ends.

9. Ideally, the baby shower is held at the house of the person hosting the party. This in effect would be a surprise party for the new mom.

10. it's not necessary to send out printed invitations. Purchasing the appropriate stationery or greeting cards with baby themes from your local bookstore are quite acceptable, invitations should be sent out at least three weeks before the party this will give the guest plenty of time to send an RSVP and don't forget to incorporate that in the invitation.

11. A theme for the party is not a necessity but it would add to the celebration, sporting costumes and decorating the venue offers an additional cheerful and celebrative atmosphere

12. it's absolutely correct to welcome guests on their arrival and at their departure from the baby shower. The host must also give a gift and must attend to everyone attending the shower.

(Edith Follett)