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First Time Mommies

First-Time Mommies A Star Is Born! Shower Invitations Poem:Twinkle Twinkle little star... How I wonder what you are...A little girl or little boy... Either one will bring great joy! Decorations: Use a clear shower curtain, clear tablecover or clear plastic purchased from a yardage shop. Sprinkle gold confetti stars all over the table and gently place the clear cover over [...]

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Already Mommies - Have a Sprinkle

If this is mommy-to-be's second or third or more time, then consider throwing a "SPRINKLE" instead of a full shower. Ask all the guests to bring disposable diapers, cereal, baby food, baby shampoo, wipes, even personal items for mom.

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Siblings -- Make Them Feel Special!

Siblings -- Make Them Feel Special!If there are older toddlers, bring them a special little gift so they won't feel forgotten and left-out just because a new baby is entering their life.

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Special Enhancements

Special EnhancementsPresent a "baby's corsage" to the mommy-to-be and small flower corsages to the soon-to-be grandmothers. Decorations and photo for the "baby corsage" are provided later in this article. Decorate the mommy-to-be's chair with helium-filled balloons. A touch of ribbon and fresh flowers intertwined with imitation ivy is very festive. Ask one of the guests to hand [...]

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Baby Bottle Centerpiece Decorations

  Baby Bottle Decorations Use baby bottles as 'vases' for table decorations.To each baby bottle, add a few colored pebbles for weight. Add food coloring to water to match the baby shower theme. Variation:  Tie a ribbon around the neck of the bottle. Add colorful flowers and, of course, Babys Breath.   *************

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What Happens When?

What Happens When?There is no right way or wrong way -- just your way. An easy-flowing shower can be something like this:Upon arrival, guests are greeted, gifts put on the Gift Table, take their coats, pin on their name tag and offer them a beverage. Introduce them to other guests. When everyone has arrived, start [...]

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Where Do the Gifts Go When Guests Arrive?

Provide a Gift Table near where the mommy-to-be seated to open them. As guests arrive, ensure their envelope or gift tag is securely attached to their gift before putting it on the table.

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Can the Hostess Provide Gift Suggestions?

Can the Hostess Provide Gift Suggestions?Guests appreciate knowing what the baby needs or store where she is registered, so think about including a sheet with each invitation that lists this information. If the mommy is registered, the store ensures that there are no duplicates by keeping their computer lists updated as gifts are purchased. If [...]

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What if the Guests Don't Know Each Other?

What if the Guests Don't Know Each Other?Provide easy-to-read name tags. These can be computer-generated in a pretty and baby-ish font. Hot glue some dried flowers, mini rattles, baby bottles (party favor section of a craft store) or ribbons. Remember to have straight pins, too.

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Surprise or Not Surprise the Mommy-To-Be?

Surprise showers are fun to plan but are not necessarily fun for the mommy who normally is tired of being pregnant; besides, it appears to be more enjoyable for her when she knows people that love her are planning a special party. She'll be more prepared to relax and enjoy all the festivities, and if [...]

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