babyshower – LifestyleArchitects https://lifestylearchitects.club architecting the life you want to live Sun, 29 Sep 2024 16:11:24 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 https://lifestylearchitects.club/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-la2-32x32.png babyshower – LifestyleArchitects https://lifestylearchitects.club 32 32 Essential tips for baby shopping https://lifestylearchitects.club/essential-tips-for-baby-shopping/ Sat, 15 Jan 2022 18:23:36 +0000 https://lifestylearchitects.club/?p=2318

Whether you are expecting or shopping for an upcoming baby shower, here is what you have to know:

Shopping is exciting but don’t get carried away! Stay focused on what is the most important and follow these few steps.

Don’t overthink

Keep it simple. Babies grow fast. Remember that most of the items are there for a very short period of time. It doesn’t mean that you should neglect quality of the products you intend to purchase. Just prioritize the choice of some long-term items.

Consider both age and weather

When we talk about the baby, be careful to buy appropriate items for the season and age. That means if you buy 6-9 month jacket but at this age of the baby you will have summer, it makes no sense.

Stay away from buying stuffed animals

Although it seems like an easy buy, consider something more practical as the baby will be getting numerous teddy bears from friends, relatives and all the people possible anyway. And stuffed animals host dust mites (and just dust), so why not buying something else?

Have a baby shower first

If you are expecting the baby, have your shower before making a list of necessary stuff. Or even better way is to write a wish list for your baby shower participants and then, after the event, buy whatever is left.

Buy unisex things

If you plan to have another baby later, try getting more unisex items, at least those more expensive items, such as crib, stroller, blankets and little pillows. Clothes can also be saved as babies will outgrow them very fast.

Wear cute clothes

That is don’t save some beautiful items for later. When you realize you child didn’t wear something special, it will be too late.

Pay attention to the material

What are the toys and clothes made of? Make sure the fabric and plastic that is used in the baby products are safe. Also, pre-wash the toys, sheets, blanket and clothes.

Create a budget

Remember to set a budget. It is easy to get carried away and spend to much money on all the cute little things. However, don’t forget that your baby is going to use most of the items for merely several months.

]]> Baby Shower: Etiquette and Tips https://lifestylearchitects.club/baby-shower-etiquette-and-tips/ Sun, 10 Oct 2021 16:41:51 +0000 https://lifestylearchitects.club/?p=2111 Are you about to participate or organize a baby shower? Here are the things you need to know.

So, the most popular questions our readers usually ask themselves are:

  • When is the perfect moment for a baby shower?
  • Who is supposed to plan and host a baby shower?
  • Who should we put on the guest list?

We’ve got you covered 🙂

Baby showers appeared not so long time ago. They were rising in popularity during the baby boom of the 1940s-50s. Nowadays we may have too many expectations rather than joy. Follow these guidelines to ensure everyone will have a good time.

Planning 

Who hosts a baby shower?

According to tradition, this event should be hosted by a distant relative or friend instead of a close family member. This way the guests will not have a feeling that the family is on a mission to collect gifts.

However, this rule isn’t strictly observed now. It’s considered acceptable for a sister or mother-in-law, to host or co-host a baby shower. Although it’s still odd for a mother-to-be to host her own event.

When should you set a baby shower?

Typically we set baby showers 4 to 6 weeks before the baby’s due date.

Parents-to-be may prefer not to receive gifts until after the baby is born for cultural, religious, or other reasons. Always ask a family before setting a particular date and arranging things as you might make people feel uncomfortable refusing your party. It is perfectly fine to have the shower after the baby’s birth.

Do we need games and a theme?

No, that depends on the parents-to-be guidelines. There’s no rule stating the color scheme or that games. The most memorable baby showers have non-traditional themes!

The Guest List 

Who should we put on the guest list?

Close friends and family members should be a priority. Choose guests who would happily celebrate the mother-to-be and buy her a gift. Traditionally this event is loved by women, so very often mother-to-be prefers to invite women and girlfriends only.

However, it’s becoming increasingly common to include men (spouses, friends, and relatives) on the guest list.  A good idea is to consider the dad-to-be personality: some of them may wish to share every aspect of the pregnancy, whereas others may feel uncomfortable with the idea of attending a baby shower.

Registering for Gifts

Should you register for gifts?

Some people consider it greedy to create a “shopping list” for family and friends. Others love the idea of helping parents-to-be stock up on essentials. Registries are great for guests who may not know what to give. One of the ways to handle this situation is to make a list and let your guests know that they are welcome to bring their own gift if they like.

One of the best websites to find everything you need is BuyBuyBaby. We recommend going there for gift-searching and for creating your own gift list. BuyBuyBaby is a great source of inspiration:

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