How to organize a baby shower?

A few weeks ago we told you about this new trend in women's meetings to celebrate the baby's arrival and also entertain the future mother with gifts, fun and pastries: the «Baby shower»As they say in the United States, Diaper party as they say in Argentina or "Baby shower" as it is called in Mexico.

But organize a baby shower it is not easy at all. As well as the organization of any party, from a birthday to a wedding, it has different points that you should not forget.

En WomenwithStyle.com We are here to help you. If you are the mother who organizes it or you are the mother's friend who wants to give her a great surprise by organizing this baby shower, then do not miss what follows ...

Things to do:

• Set the date and time. Most baby showers take place before the baby is born. Don't do it too early, as part of the fun is playing with the expectant mom, seeing her belly, and sharing your pregnancy experience. In general, baby showers are held towards the end of the pregnancy.
• Make your guest list. If you are someone close to future dads, you will have a general idea of ​​who they would like to invite. Consult with the guests of honor or with the protagonists themselves about who to invite and who not. Leaving people out or including people that the protagonists do not want to include can be a source of problems.
• Set a budget. How much will you spend, among whom will the expenses be shared? This is very important, because the type of event you decide to carry out may depend on this data. If your budget is limited, you can ask each of the attendees to contribute something to eat and drink.
• With or without men? Most showers are for women only, but parties that include men as well are becoming more frequent. More than anything the decision depends on the type of party you want to organize, the number of guests and the desire of the future parents.
• Surprise? When it comes to throwing a surprise party, think twice before deciding. Although the moment when the protagonist discovers the surprise and all the secret preparations around it is very cute and funny, not everyone likes surprises and can feel uncomfortable. Also, if you include the expectant parents in part of the organization, it will be easier to obtain the desired result and ensure that no one is left out of the party.
• The invitations. Send the invitations early but not too early. A couple of weeks before is enough. Always include information on whether it is the first, second, or third baby and the baby's gender if that information is available. That will make it easier to choose gifts.
• Food. Will it be breakfast, brunch, lunch, tea, or dinner? Book the catering service according to the party, if you are thinking of using one or start distributing tasks among the organizers. Knowing how to delegate can be the key to your salvation.
• Think of the decorations. It can be from thematic things related to babies, bears, the color of a girl or a boy, etc. Include details like flavoring oils, candles, and background music, if the venue allows it.

Before choosing a topic, you should analyze the guest list, the number of people who will attend and even their style and personality. For example, if you are dealing with a large number of guests, you may want to avoid very intimate or personal topics. If parents already know, the most common is to use the theme of the baby's gender and the color blue or pink as the main reason, but there are many more ideas.

A day thought for the future mother. The baby will soon be concentrating all the attention of his parents and loved ones. So why not throw a party for mom to enjoy? A foot massage during the party or gifts thought for the mother are always welcome. You can include take-home food orders, movie outings, or a certificate for a nail service.

An idea?

Diapers can be the theme of the baby shower - invitations and decorations, all filled with diapers all over the place. In the invitation, emphasize that by bringing a packet of diapers you will be able to participate in a drawing for an important basket. Organize an impressive basket with wines, cheeses, sausages, one of those that everyone would like to have. To participate, each guest must deliver a pack of diapers. After the raffle, the future mother will be grateful that she will not buy diapers for her baby's first months.

Vía: Univisión