| Therefore, when hosting, it is important that they | | | | Some women have complications that can keep |
| have input into the final decisions.Again, you can | | | | her bedridden at home or even at the hospital. |
| do anything you like, as long as it coordinates with | | | | For the expectant mother, waiting for the birth of |
| what the couple wants. If you will be the host, | | | | a child from bed is lousy. A baby shower can be |
| take this opportunity to use your imagination, | | | | customized around her situation to brighten her |
| borrow ideas, and allow the creative juices to | | | | day, giving her hope while lifting her spirits.Instead |
| flow. You want the baby shower to be enjoyable, | | | | of waiting on the birth of the baby, go ahead and |
| full of laughter, and a memorable occasional | | | | plan the shower with close family members and |
| regardless of the theme.The following are a few | | | | friends, bringing the shower to her. Remember, |
| popular recommendations:SUPPERTIMETypically, a | | | | after the baby is born, a full-scale shower can |
| baby shower consists of games, food, and | | | | always follow. However, for this type of shower, |
| presents. However, why not take the idea | | | | guests should create a miniature gift box or |
| one-step further by including frozen dinners, | | | | basket. Great ideas of what might be offered |
| preferably homemade. If the couple has room, | | | | include: |
| have each guest bring something that can be | | | | Craft projects that can be worked on in bed are |
| frozen or is already frozen.Whether the shower is | | | | good choices. This might include cross-stitch, |
| before or after the birth of the baby, this means | | | | needlepoint, simple paintings, and even handmade |
| the couple does not have to spend tired nights | | | | ornaments. Books are also excellent ideas but it is |
| trying to cook. Instead, they can simply pull out | | | | important to choose books that she likes. Ask her |
| one of the frozen dinners, pop it in the oven or | | | | or her family what types of books she enjoys |
| microwave, and in a short time, have a nutritious | | | | reading. Puzzles are also a great way for the |
| homemade meal.You would be amazed at how | | | | expectant mother to pass the time. This might |
| much this sentiment is appreciated. Just be sure | | | | include crossword puzzles, other puzzle books, or |
| everyone labels the food with the name, date, | | | | a flat tray with a small piece puzzle, perhaps of a |
| and any cooking instructions. Finally, if possible, try | | | | baby. Video tapes or DVDs are nice in that she |
| to provide some meal ideas for guests so they | | | | can watch her favorite television shows or |
| know what types of food the couple enjoys. By | | | | movies while still getting the rest needed. A day |
| offering a little guidance, this will also help reduce | | | | spa certificate to include massage, facial, pedicure, |
| the chance of duplication.IOU | | | | and manicure for after her baby is born would |
| This theme baby shower is not only fun but also | | | | provide her with something to look forward to |
| a tremendous help to both the expectant mother | | | | but you might also go in with other people in |
| and father. With this, every guest would bring a | | | | having a reflexologist or masseuse come to her. |
| handwritten, signed, and dated IOU that would | | | | Care package for after the birth, again to help her |
| provide a service after the birth of the baby. | | | | think about the future. This could include a trip to |
| Similar to task coupons, the mother can call upon | | | | the beauty parlor, dinner out with her husband or |
| the IOU when needed and the family member of | | | | friend, housecleaning service for two to four |
| friend complies. Some of the things you would | | | | weeks, three to six-month supply of diapers, and |
| expect to see include: One home cooked dinner | | | | so on.Body lotion, perfume, balloons, flowers, and |
| One night of babysitting Four hours of house | | | | other similar things are always nice to help |
| cleaning One week of laundry One week of | | | | brighten the room and put her in a better mood |
| running errands BEDRIDDENUnfortunately, | | | | while waiting for her new bundle of joy to arrive. |
| pregnancy is not a breeze for every mother. | | | | |