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Archive for May, 2007

May 31 2007

Timeline for Planning a Baby Shower After Baby’s Delivery

Published by Jennifer under Baby Showers

Many baby showers are given before the baby is born, but there are many situations in which having a baby shower afterwards is more appropriate.
Whether it’s a matter of timing, or whether the shower is for a child that’s being adopted, or perhaps the shower is for a mother’s second or third child, the only [...]

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May 30 2007

Don’t Forget the Baby Shower Favors!

Published by Jennifer under Baby Showers

Party favors are a great way to show guests that their thoughtfulness did not go unnoticed. People are busy and when they take time out of their busy schedules to help others celebrate a special day, whether it’s a wedding, a birthday or a baby shower, they need to know that what they did mattered. [...]

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May 25 2007

Coordinating Baby Shower Invitations

Published by Jennifer under Baby Showers

A baby shower is a special occasion and as such, it’s proper to formally invite guests. A written invitation is almost always the appropriate method to use. The only times when a written invitation may not be best are when the baby shower will be a surprise or when the baby shower has been rather [...]

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May 22 2007

Baby Shower Photography

Published by Jennifer under Baby Showers

A baby shower is definitely a time when it’s important to capture memories of the special occasion. One thing that the guest of honor can count on is that at least one guest will come equipped with a camera. But will this guest capture the most memorable moments or will she capture only those chance [...]

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May 14 2007

Decorating Around a Baby Shower Theme

Published by Jennifer under Baby Showers

Host and expectant mother have spent time together working out the details of the baby shower, including the theme, and now it’s time to get busy putting all the details together so the end result is a memorable occasion. How extensive the decorating gets will depend greatly on the amount that has been budgeted for [...]

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May 08 2007

Who Should Organize and Host a Baby Shower?

Published by Jennifer under Baby Showers

A baby shower is a special time for the mother-to-be. It’s a day that has been set aside for her to spend quality time with family and close friends before her life gets monopolized by her approaching bundle of joy. Traditionally, a close friend of the mother-to-be is the person who will organize and host [...]

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May 07 2007

The Life of the Party Baby Shower: Food, Drinks and Cake!

Published by Jennifer under Baby Showers

What’s the most important aspect of any type of party? It’s the food! Food not only fills guests up, it’s a great way to get guests to mingle with one another. When planning food for a baby shower, keep in mind that oftentimes, the simpler the better. Also remember that one sure-fire way to make [...]

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May 07 2007

Make Every Day Mother’s Day

Published by Jennifer under Motherhood

Feel like a celebrity mom year-round with tips from StyleChic’s Alyson Scott
Despite the obvious joys of being a new mom, it can also take its toll. Adjusting to motherhood can leave women feeling exhausted, stressed and frazzled. So how is it that celebrity moms always appear to be so well rested and pulled together?
Alyson Scott, [...]

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May 03 2007

What to do at the Baby Shower: Activities and Games

Published by Jennifer under Baby Showers

Baby showers are fun gatherings usually consisting of 4 main activities: socializing, eating, playing games and the best one of all, opening all those baby gifts! Lasting on average 2 to 3 hours, it’s always a good idea for the host to outline a schedule of activities ahead of time so that the pace of [...]

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May 01 2007

Where to Hold a Baby Shower

Published by Jennifer under Baby Showers

Once the date and time of the baby shower is determined and there’s a fairly approximate guest count, it’s time to select a location. Many hosts have the baby shower right at their home. But for those times when the host’s home isn’t appropriate, there are other options. Many restaurants can accommodate this type of [...]

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