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When to host a Baby Shower party
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This should be discussed with the mother-to-be.
It has been a tradition that a baby shower party is held 1 to 2 months before the anticipated arrival of the new baby. At this time the mother-to-be is generally in good health and can enjoy the occasion.
However, the mother-to-be might prefer to have the baby shower party after the baby is born.
It might be for religious or cultural reasons, but it also allows the guests to greet the new baby and personalize their gifts.
And the newly arrived baby makes a great conversation starter.
Either way, it should be the choice of the mother-to-be.
Other related questions about hosting a baby shower party.
Is it appropriate for baby shower parties to be given for later children?
Yes. The concept of a baby shower party is to demonstrate affection and support for the mother-to-be and her child.
Is it appropriate for baby shower parties to be given for adopted children?
Yes. These are typically held about 2 to 3 months after the adoption process is finalised and the parents have had time to bond with their new child.
Is it appropriate to have husbands attend a baby shower party?
Yes, it is appropriate, but men will generally not be interested in the 'girl talk' or games and their presence will usually stifle conversation and inter-action between the mother-to-be and her guests.
(We asked some husbands about their thoughts and their most common response was that they'd be happy to cook the barbeque, if that was the planned menu, along with a few mates and a few 'coldies'. Need more be said?)
It has been a tradition that a baby shower party is held 1 to 2 months before the anticipated arrival of the new baby. At this time the mother-to-be is generally in good health and can enjoy the occasion.
However, the mother-to-be might prefer to have the baby shower party after the baby is born.
It might be for religious or cultural reasons, but it also allows the guests to greet the new baby and personalize their gifts.
And the newly arrived baby makes a great conversation starter.
Either way, it should be the choice of the mother-to-be.
Other related questions about hosting a baby shower party.
Is it appropriate for baby shower parties to be given for later children?
Yes. The concept of a baby shower party is to demonstrate affection and support for the mother-to-be and her child.
Is it appropriate for baby shower parties to be given for adopted children?
Yes. These are typically held about 2 to 3 months after the adoption process is finalised and the parents have had time to bond with their new child.
Is it appropriate to have husbands attend a baby shower party?
Yes, it is appropriate, but men will generally not be interested in the 'girl talk' or games and their presence will usually stifle conversation and inter-action between the mother-to-be and her guests.
(We asked some husbands about their thoughts and their most common response was that they'd be happy to cook the barbeque, if that was the planned menu, along with a few mates and a few 'coldies'. Need more be said?)
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