Is hosting a baby shower creating some tension between you and the mommy-to-be, especially when it comes to planning the guest list? After inviting the obligatory family members, there may only be room for a few friends or coworkers. But who gets the final say on the guest list? And what about social distancing and… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Coronavirus Concerns Cause Baby Shower Guest List Disagreement
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Delicious Fall Shower Recipes
There are so many wonderful combinations and flavors that just scream fall: pumpkin, apple, salted caramel, and warm spices. Instead of our typical shower menu, we decided to collect some of our favorite fall themed recipes. Whether you’re hosting a baby shower or a bridal shower (or any fall party for that matter) we’ve got… Continue reading Delicious Fall Shower Recipes
Ask Cheryl: Should I Send a Baby Gift if the Shower was Canceled Due to Covid?
Even in these uncertain times of social distancing and limited gatherings, common etiquette rules still apply. When a special social event, like a baby shower, has to be cancelled, you should definitely send out a message to your family and friends to let them know. But what do you do if the expecting couple sends… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Should I Send a Baby Gift if the Shower was Canceled Due to Covid?
Ask Cheryl: Help! I’m Tired of Going to So Many Baby Showers!
The arrival of a new baby is always exciting! First baby, second baby, third baby, fourth baby; each one a new special blessing! But what may not be as exciting as the new baby, is the arrival of a second, third, or fourth baby shower invitation for the same family member! Your initial thought may… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Help! I’m Tired of Going to So Many Baby Showers!
Ask Cheryl: Is a First Baby Shower Mandatory?
You’re pregnant with your first baby! Congratulations! This is a special time for you and, hopefully, a time of joy and celebration. Your friends and family will also want to celebrate the upcoming arrival. But is a baby shower necessary? Maybe you feel like a baby shower is just another social obligation. Perhaps you would… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Is a First Baby Shower Mandatory?
Ask Cheryl: Shower for Baby Two: Too Soon?
Your baby boy is less than a year old, and you find out you’re pregnant again. You’re excited that you’re having a baby girl, and you know in order to prepare for her arrival, you will need a few items you don’t currently have. Your friends are offering to throw you a baby shower, but… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Shower for Baby Two: Too Soon?
Ask Cheryl: What if I’m Invited to 2 Baby Showers for the same Mom-to-Be?
When a friend or family member announces her pregnancy everyone gets excited to plan a shower. Sometimes you run in more than one circle with the mother-to-be and you could be left wondering what to do when you’ve been invited to more than one shower. Dear Cheryl, I just read your article on baby shower… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: What if I’m Invited to 2 Baby Showers for the same Mom-to-Be?
Ask Cheryl: Should You Have a Baby Shower for a Second or Even Third Child?
When expecting a second (or even third) child it can be just as exciting as it was with the first. Friends and family anticipate the arrival of baby number two and oftentimes want to show their excitement by throwing a baby shower. But you may be wondering if you should accept an offer for someone… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Should You Have a Baby Shower for a Second or Even Third Child?
Cool and Easy Summer Baby Shower Menu
Summer is a great time to host a baby shower! If you’re planning one for your bestie and her new bundle of joy we know that you have a lot to think about- location, theme, décor, games and food. We’ve created this cool and easy menu to help you check something off your list. Because… Continue reading Cool and Easy Summer Baby Shower Menu
Refreshing Recipes for Summer Bridal & Baby Showers
Whether you’re hosting a shower for a special friend, or just attending one, summertime parties are so much fun. They give everyone a chance to wear their cute summer dresses, enjoy the gorgeous weather and celebrate a special friend who is either expecting a precious baby or planning to marry the love of their life.… Continue reading Refreshing Recipes for Summer Bridal & Baby Showers
Fresh Ideas for a Springtime Baby Shower
The sun is shining, the snow is melting, the temperatures are rising…and there’s new life all around! Springtime signals new beginnings which make it a fabulous time to throw a beautiful and memorable baby shower that will be talked about long after the baby arrives! We’ve collected lots of fresh spring baby shower ideas to… Continue reading Fresh Ideas for a Springtime Baby Shower
How to Plan a Book Themed Baby Shower Party
Baby Shower Inspiration from Your Favorite Book When it comes to throwing a baby shower, we know you want to keep it simple, yet creative. Maybe you’ve been to enough pink, blue or neutral colored showers to be in the hunt for a different way to celebrate the mom-to-be in your life. As always, you’ve… Continue reading How to Plan a Book Themed Baby Shower Party
Ask Cheryl: Should Future Grandmas Invite Each Other to Baby Showers They are Hosting?
Today, we’re tackling two hot topics when it comes to baby showers: who should host and who should be invited. With two future grandmas hosting separate events, Cheryl advises how best to handle the question of whether it’s appropriate for the grandmas-to-be to invite one another. Hi Cheryl, Both the future grandmas are holding separate… Continue reading Ask Cheryl: Should Future Grandmas Invite Each Other to Baby Showers They are Hosting?
Love, Marriage, and the Baby Carriage: Who Gets Invited?
Today’s Ask Cheryl question comes from a reader that’s planning a baby shower soon after the wedding. She wants to know if it’s OK to invite those that were not invited to the wedding. Dear Cheryl, Should people not invited to the recent wedding be invited to the baby shower? Thanks, Mary Ann Hi Mary… Continue reading Love, Marriage, and the Baby Carriage: Who Gets Invited?
Rise and Shine: A Simple and Healthy Brunch Baby Shower Menu
There’s nothing sweeter than celebrating a mommy-to-be and her baby on the way. And while the celebration should always be sweet, sometimes we crave a menu that isn’t so sugary! I’ve faced a calendar full of showers recently, and I’ve come to expect the temptation of rich appetizers, sugary drinks, and decadent desserts. But when… Continue reading Rise and Shine: A Simple and Healthy Brunch Baby Shower Menu
How to Bring the Party: Hip Baby Shower Themes Everyone will Enjoy
Baby showers no longer need to be bland. We say, out with the ducks and bunnies and in with a theme that suits the interest and personality of the expectant mom-to-be (and dad-to-be). Whether you’re throwing the event is for a close friend, family member, take a look at some of these clever baby shower… Continue reading How to Bring the Party: Hip Baby Shower Themes Everyone will Enjoy