Getting Ready For A Baby Shower
There is a lot to take into consideration when planning a baby shower. By having a checklist one can make sure that everything gets covered. Five main things to consider when planning a shower is: food/menu, the guest list, baby registry, games and decorations. It's good to come up with a theme for the shower whether it's Pretty in Pink, It's a Boy, teddy bear, all white or specific colors that the mommy-to-be likes.
After setting the date of the shower one should compile a guest list. The planner should decide on a number of guests and if it will be for women only or co-ed. Some showers consist of couples while others may just be women and children. A location must also be decided upon. Will the shower be held at someone's home or in a restaurant or a church. A lot of baby showers are hosted by a friend of the mom-to-be in their house. It's more comfortable for people and maybe even convenient. This works well if the shower is a surprise also since a friend could simply be inviting pregnant mommy over for lunch or a 'dinner party'.
Now that the location and guest list have been decided on next comes the menu. Food can really make or break a party and it's no different with a baby shower. Of course everyone comes to celebrate with mommy the soon arrival of her new bundle of joy but it's good to please the guests' tastebuds too. Will the party be formal? Will it be catered? Should it be potluck-style? There could be a buffet. There could be just fruits, veggies and cheese; or select friends could each bring a dish. Whatever the case, a menu should be arranged well in advance. Also a cake or cupcakes would be nice congratulating the parents. Baby's name or a message could be written on the cake while cupcakes could just have cute decoration in harmony with the party theme. If not, a couple of sweet desserts should definitely be served.
Invitations play a major role in baby shower planning. How would anyone know to attend if they don't receive an invitation. Cute invitations can be found at the local party store, the supermarket or card greeting store. Now, because of the advancements in technology, eVites are set up online and sent to guests e-mails where they can RSVP and view the registry online. The are also customizable with the ability to upload photos and make your own messages all for free. It's all done digitally. Whether you choose to mail the invitations or e-mail them it is imperative to have a count of those who will and will not be attending. That way the host can be prepared with enough food and party favors.
A couple of weeks before the shower mail off invitations with directions for the event and start purchasing decorations as well as party favors. By this time the menu should be finalized and the cake or dessert could have been ordered. Ideas for decoration purchases are: centerpieces, a welcome sign, confetti, hanging or wall decorations, table cover if necessary, balloons, streamer, napkins, plates and utensils. Remember the theme is to help you when shopping for all these decorations, favors and prizes. Around this time party games and prizes can also be purchased from your local party store or baby superstore like Babies R Us.
During the days leading up to the party you should make sure the camera is charged and has memory clear. Purchase flowers if necessary, wrap prizes and gifts, and make sure the house or party area is clean. You might even like to have some background music so be sure that the necessary equipment is working properly. You are sure to have an awesome baby shower with the right planning and preparation. Gifts for your mommy-to-be as well as some party decor and prizes can all be purchased at Babies R Us.
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