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 Parenting 101 - Mother Diane Warner’s Complete Book of Baby Showers By Diane Warner Introduction  I don’t know which is more fun to host, a bridal shower or a baby shower. A bridal shower is exciting, of course, because we love to bask in the glow radiating from the bride-to-be. A baby shower, on the other hand, is a time to celebrate the fruit of a couple’s love: a baby. And not just any baby, but a special baby, because it’s their baby. I’m absolutely convinced that every expectant parent honestly believes that no one has ever experienced such an awesome blessing, such a special event, which is why a baby shower is such a happy occasion, a chance to share the couple’s joy and shower them with gifts for their precious baby.A baby shower is also an opportunity to pamper the guests of honor. Once the baby arrives, it may be quite a while before the new parents have the time, money, and energy to indulge in the luxury of a night out, so why not treat them to something special? Whatever happened to the traditional ladies’ klatch where the guests enjoy a simple dessert and coffee as they watch the mother-to-be open her gifts? Well, they still exist, especially in the South and Midwest, but a few new trends have developed as well, especially along the West Coat and in the larger metropolitan areas of the country. For one thing, there are more co-ed parties than there used to be, due partly to the fact that the daddies have become more involved in the childbirth process. Not only are they attending natural childbirth classes and assisting in the delivery rooms, but they are also more interested in their babies’ care. So, doesn’t it make sense to include them in the baby showers? And, because a co-ed shower honors both expectant parents, it tends to be more of a “party” and less of a traditional baby shower. Parties given exclusively for the daddy-to-be, which are often planned by his closest buddies as a “last night out with the boys” before the baby arrives, or hosted over the lunch hour by his co-workers, are another way to honor the father’s new role. Then, of course, there are still the traditional “Mommy” parties, where the mommy-to-be is showered with gifts for her new baby. The difference is that today’s baby showers are more lively and creative than they used to be. The nice thing about any modern baby shower is that there are no strict rules to follow, and the shower may be hosted by anyone – friend, relative, or co-worker. As a matter of fact, it is often co-hosted by two or three people, which is much less stressful and costly than doing everything single-handedly. However, not everyone is a natural hostess, able to throw a party together with very little effort, and some of us are so stressed out at work that we have very little time to plan a party. Whatever your hostess profile, I have good news for you: You’ll find this book filled with fresh new ideas guaranteed to make your baby shower a success. You’ll find everything from party themes, to creative invitations and decorations, to popular new games and menus, as well as easy worksheets to keep you organized. Have fun as you explore the ideas and plan a memorable baby shower!
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