Practical ideas for planning a party - guide to hosting baby showers

Planning a party can be almost as much fun as attending one! This is especially true for baby showers. Maybe that's why there are many folks in love with planning a party - as long as it's for baby showers! Below, I've listed some of the key points you need to think about. Later, I'll also show you where to get more information.

The fundamental objective of these celebrations is quite simple - to create a fuss over the expectant mommy and make her feel like a queen! With that in mind, the rest is easy. Take the following into consideration when planning a party, if you're hosting baby showers.

Should it be a female-only event - or can you invite men too? Traditionally, only females attended these celebrations. However, things have changed considerably and co-ed events are quite common. And they're fun, too. So when planning a party, check with mom-to-be about what kind of baby showers she is ok with. And go with her preference.

Can you suggest gifts to guests? Rather than suggest gifts directly, have the expectant mommy use a gift registry. Mention where she is registered in the invitation itself. Or tell guests about it when they call to RSVP before the baby showers.

How do you select invitations for the event? Choose anything that expresses the special spirit of these parties - the baby's innocence, mommy's joy. When planning a party, you might decide to hand-make the invitations yourself. If so, start well in advance of the baby showers, so that you have time to create great invites.

Are games an essential part of every shower? Not necessarily. It's fine to keep games out if mom-to-be does not want them. Otherwise, most folks would prefer to include games while planning a party. Baby showers are even more fun with the right games.

Do you always give out favors to guests? This actually depends on the practices in your local area. When planning a party, ask friends and relatives who have attended baby showers locally about what the norm is. That's the best way to find out.

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