Couples Baby Shower Invitations: Etiquette Of A Baby Shower
Etiquette when it comes to a baby shower can be an ever evolving entity depending on what kind of baby shower you’re looking to throw. Of course one area that can be agreed upon is that any and all baby showers require some sort of invitation to be sent out. Baby shower invitations should match the presumed theme of the party to a point, and should exactly match the theme for particular parties.
Couples baby showers should always include the correct couples baby shower invitations, usually with an illustration, or exact language that allows the male side of the couple understand that they too; are invited to what is traditionally a woman only affair. The couples baby shower invitations will generally have a more staid look to them, and look closer to what a wedding invitation might look like.
Traditionally, the baby shower itself is thrown by a close relative or friend of the mother (and father) of the baby, and when sticking to the letter of the baby shower tradition should be either the maid of honor or a bridesmaid. By having a member of the wedding party throw the party, the baby shower is a continuation of the wedding shower and wedding, as the woman (or couple) progress through the major stages of their lives. Of course not all baby showers will be including a married couple, and in this case, any close friend or family member who is willing to put forth the effort will serve the purpose.
Once again, if one wants to stick close to the original tradition of the baby shower, this sort of celebration will only take place during the impending birth of the family’s fist child. Any subsequent party is usually referred to as a “diaper shower” because the family will not need as many supplies as the first shower. Gifts generally given at a baby shower will be items that could be used to help bring up the child — such as diapers — or clothes or paraphernalia. Any gifts for the actual baby should of course be age appropriate and would be better served for a diaper shower.
While the baby shower is usually thrown before the baby has been born, there are instances of a baby shower after the baby has arrived. Certainly there are different invitations for this, and it can actually be easier to pick out a gift for the mommy, or couple because they will know what exactly they are in need of.
Finally there’s the food. Cakes, finger foods, and sodas are the preferred products of the day. Certainly almost anything can be introduced as far as what to eat goes, but there should be some consideration of what the guests can and can’t eat, and what the hosts can or can’t eat. This is not a drunken party where everyone should get wild. It should be fun, but controlled. Booze should be avoided at all costs.
