Are you wondering what to expect for your very first baby shower? Or maybe no one has offered to throw you one yet? I have never been a huge fan, but if you are pregnant, you will most likely be thrown a shower. Don’t get me wrong, I love getting gifts, but being the center of attention, when you already feel like a giant pregnant lady, can sometimes be intimidating.
For me, when I was pregnant with my first, I was living out of state from any family, and did not know many people. Luckily, a girl from church threw one for me. I barely knew her, but was so grateful because it was my very first baby. I needed pretty much everything! It was very nice of her to do this when I knew no one.
I think lots of people might be in similar situations. What if no one has offered to throw you one? Or, what if you cringe at the idea if someone does want to throw you one? These can be sticky situations. Here are a few ideas to get around the traditional baby shower:
* Have your husband throw you one as a “surprise”
* Ask someone to be the name behind the shower, but you do all the work.
* Go to your hometown to have one. Most likely, if you go back to where your parents live, they can always invite their friends to come!
* Do a couples shower. This can be fun, and maybe your husband has coworkers he can invite.
* Host an open house after baby arrives. Do not call it a baby shower, but call it a “come meet baby” party. People are sure to bring gifts, although, do not ask for them on the invitation!
One thing to think about also is that you cannot count on people buying off your registry. I registered with both children (because I had a boy and a girl), and most gifts were not off of my registry. While, it can be frustrating that you don’t get that awesome stroller that you want, you are most likely going to get more modest gifts from people. Count on lots of blankets, and burp cloths, and outfits for baby.
If you’re just not a big fan of baby showers, do a lunch at a restaurant with some of your closest friends. This can take away the awkwardness of having to “host” a party, or play party games, and you can just have a nice lunch out with the girls.
There are lots of alternatives now to your traditional baby shower where all eyes are on you while you pretend to like an outfit that you really don’t. Just get creative, and do what feels right for you.
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