I’m throwing a baby shower for my friend. I’ve been to countless babyshower’s in the past and they’re all the same and usually pretty boring if you ask me. Can you give me some ideas as far as new games and things to do to make it more modern and interesting instead of the same old boring babyshower? Thanks!
go to chucky cheese so your friend has a preview of her life for the next 10 years
Its a boy, shower is in September.
How about a simple fall-ish theme? Little pumpkins, leaves, browns/golds/red colors..
Or to get some ideas, find out the day that your baby shower will be EXACTLY — google the date in history and you’re bound to find tons of great things that happened on that day (or your due date) and chose a theme based on a past event?
I love history!.. maybe its just me, but its always been so cute to observe new life being born and relate it to the past in some way. Kinda like blending opposites, yin/yang, etc..
CONGRATS!! <333
Unique baby shower decorations are new designs catered to bring out the individuality of the person hosting the event. Moreover, it seeks to create special decorations that are designed to show personalized ideas and messages. If you want to know how to come up with unique baby shower decorations, read on:
1. Use baby’s items
You can have a unique baby shower decoration by incorporating baby’s item on the party. For instance, instead of using table napkins you may use bibs or baby towels as alternatives. You may even use baby mobile and hang it from the ceiling. This will create real baby shower atmosphere. It is like having the party inside of a big crib with baby mobiles hanging everywhere.
2. Color
Colors can put great impact on the party. Coming up with unique baby shower decorations is one thing, but blending them with the right color combination is something. Colors can add life to the party.
You can also try something unique by combining unusual colors such as black and white. This does not have to be morbid but by making the whole theme appearing like a black and white photo from a classical point of view, this can be unique and exclusive. You can even try displaying black and white photos as well just to blend with the theme.
3. Presentation
You can also use baby plates or cups when serving food. The idea is to come up with something that will project the baby shower atmosphere. You can even use baby fork and spoon. Just be sure that your guests will be comfortable on using them. It is best to buy those utensils that are big enough for adult use.
4. Unique invitations
Included in unique baby shower decorations are the invitation cards. To make it unique, you can use the ultrasound result of your baby. You can have the design printed on the card and have everybody get excited as you are with your baby’s birth.
Tim Lee
http://www.articlesbase.com/home-and-family-articles/baby-shower-4-ideas-for-unique-decorations-135637.html
If youâre planning a baby shower, these adorable cupcakes shaped like baby rattles are the perfect addition to your table. Theyâre so clever and fun, nobody has to know how easy they are to make. Professional baker and author Liv Hansen shows you how, using a technique created by Betty Crocker.
Duration : 4 min 25 sec
If youâre planning a baby shower, these adorable cupcakes shaped like baby rattles are the perfect addition to your table. Theyâre so clever and fun, nobody has to know how easy they are to make. Professional baker and author Liv Hansen shows you how, using a technique created by Betty Crocker.
Duration : 4 min 25 sec
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Baby showers are a popularly celebrated tradition by all moms to be in various countries. Baby showers are in addition to giving gifts, also social events. For this reason, a certain amount of etiquette must be observed. Etiquette differs from country to country but here are some common tips.
1. Baby showers must be held sometime prior to the birth of the child, usually one or two months before. But in recent times its even being held one or two months after the birth. Conducting the party before birth of the baby gives the mother time for buying the items that she did not receive as baby shower gifts.
2. According to tradition, a very close friend of the mother-to-be hosts the party. But co-workers and relatives can also be the host of the baby party.
3. Baby showers are for all babies, not just first-borns. There is no harm in throwing baby showers for subsequent babies as a pregnancy is always a joy worth celebrating.
4. It is only expected that the gifts received are gifts for the baby. If the sex of the child is unknown, the gifts can have a neutral color. It is preferred that the gifts chosen are useful and relates to the babies everyday needs like feeding bottles, diapers, baby blankets and bibs.
5. Games are always a nice way to break the ice but they are not necessary. The party should be hosted for good food, drinks and conversation. It would be a good idea to have all the guests write messages and notes to the mom in a book.
6. Normally the number of people invited are around twenty but it mostly depends on the venue and how many people it can accommodate. Usually people invite a small group of people before birth and a larger group after birth.
7. The most convenient time to hold a baby shower is the weekend as most visitors would be free on these days for a few hours, which is how long a baby shower lasts. If everything goes well, the duration may be extended.
8. Food and other expenses is shouldered by the host of the baby party.
9. Usually the venue of the baby shower is the home of the host. The mom-to-be is informed, as pregnant women should not be subjected to surprises.
10. A special invitation need not be printed. The person hosting the party can buy greeting cards and stationary with baby themes from bookstores. Ideally, the invitations should be sent three weeks prior to the party. This gives the guests enough time to RSVP. Also, the directions to the venue must not be forgotten.
11. It is not necessary for the party to have a central theme but having one always adds life to the party. Decorating the venue and wearing costumes creates an atmosphere of joy and celebration.
There should always be someone to welcome the guests on arrival and thank them while leaving. The host is responsible for this and must be present throughout the party and must attend to all the guests.
Abhishek Agarwal
http://www.articlesbase.com/babies-articles/baby-shower-etiquette-11-things-you-must-remember-740153.html
1. Baby showers are the perfect events for gifting thoughtful little (or grand) presents to an expectant mother; it can be something for her to use or something for the coming baby. Some cultures believe in waiting till the baby is born so the gift-giving is auspicious and easier to decide, though many parties for this reason are held a couple of months before the baby is born as well.
2. From things the baby can eat to toys and layette, there is endless variety for baby shower gifts that aim to please discerning parents-to-be.
3. It is a practical gift idea to buy something of lasting use – at least something the baby is bound to use for a few months: baby toiletries, diapers, nappy pads, wipes and assorted baby use stuff can be beautifully packed in a baby basket to keep beside the cot or cradle. It will be handy and useful for the new mother, too.
4. Diapers are most use convenient and translate into money savings for new parents who needn’t spend on buying these baby essentials themselves, if they are gifted enough supply at the baby shower! Good support items for these stacks would be carry bags for the diapers and bins for disposing them.
5. Toys are fun – at any age, but crib-toys are especially bright and musical today and easily available in the market in a wide range of prices, so buy something to suit your pocket and the new baby’s entertainment needs. Toys that move, are musical and bright are captivating for a baby to watch and give hours of endless fun to the little tyke.
6. Vibrator seats, swings, bouncy seats and high chair or walkers are good long-time presents the baby can use and saves parents the cash at a later stage besides being useful items that aid a child’s development pattern.
7. For a great baby shower gifting concept, you can always help build the baby’s wardrobe; after all, every mommy will soon get to know what a lot of work a baby can make so when it comes to baby clothes, lots is never enough! However, at a pre-birth baby shower, you may not know certain essentials for baby clothes buying, such as gender and birth weight, so stick to the safer route and buy rompers and t-shirts or vests in M-size so the baby can wear them sometime. Avoid buying clothes that require ironing since you wouldn’t want to make more work for the new mommy, now, would you?
8. Buying a baby-sling or carry-basket or even a car-seat for the baby is a practical baby shower gift that expectant parents are bound to appreciate since these help keep baby secure while parents attend to other jobs in the house or outside.
9. Buy Mommy a diaper genie to keep the diaper-poop odor in control and make socializing a fun thing instead of when it’s time to hold her head and for her guests to hold their noses!
10. Buy something for the Mother-to-be when you attend a baby shower as mothers get neglected with babies overshadowing all their attention, so thoughtful gifts should cheer them up and keep the blues away since they are experiencing so many changes in their life at the time of pregnancy and post-birth too. Great gift ideas for mothers coupons for dinner out, treating them to a home-made meal, getting their cleaning done or books and mags on parenting. You can give them coupons from a Laundromat or a professional house cleaner!
Abhishek Agarwal
http://www.articlesbase.com/babies-articles/baby-shower-gifts-10-gift-concepts-for-baby-or-mommy-740141.html
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