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Choosing the Perfect Baby Shower Theme |
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Written by Susan Anderson
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After the decision has been made to give a baby shower the next item of business is to choose the theme of the baby shower. There are as many ideas for a theme as there are expectant mothers, so there's no shortage of inspiration, rather it may get a tad bit overwhelming to narrow the choices down.
Every baby shower does have the perfect theme to suit the individual expectant mother for which it is hosted. To find that theme, all you need do is turn to the expectant mother for the answer. She knows, even if she thinks she doesn't.
The absolute testimonial to a successful baby shower lies with the degree of happiness it leaves the mom-in-waiting. Her satisfaction and enjoyment are your greatest priority for the event, and it will be she who declares it's success.
To discover the perfect baby shower theme for your mom-to-be, you simply have to ask the two people who would really know.. the expectant parents! Ask them what they think would suit the nursery or their individual tastes. It's really that simple!
If you should be asked for your input on the baby shower theme by the expectant parents, here's a few suggestions you can give them which will give them the added boost of confidence to choose a theme:
The Color Scheme Theme
Colors are a great baby shower theme, as the guests can be advised as to the colors the expectant mom has chosen, and match the gifts to the colors accordingly. The baby's nursery is a good topic for the theme, as the guests can compliment what has already been done.
Fictional Characters
Characters of the cartoon nature make for an excellent and incredibly fun baby shower theme. This theme not only is popular with the young ones, but also with those who grew up with the familiar faces of animation. Characters from Disney and Looney Toons as well as characters from major animated movies are very popular baby shower themes.
Plush Animals
Lions, tigers and bears! Oh my, what a great baby shower theme! Stuffed animals of all shapes and sizes are a welcome baby shower theme. Not only are plush animals gender neutral, they're absolutely welcome in any child's room.
Pretty Shapes
Some parents may opt to go with a multi-colored shape baby shower theme. Shapes are a wonderful theme, as there are as many shapes as there are gifts. Your imagination is the only limit to a colored shapes baby shower theme.
The Mommy Shower
So what's a person to do when mommy has all the clothes, toys and other baby supplies she needs? Have a Mommy Shower!
The Mommy Shower is also good for second time moms who may not need all the baby paraphenalia that a first time mom would. This shower is totally aimed at the mommy to be. Her comfort is the main focus of this type shower, and gifts are geared toward her needs.
Great gift ideas include bath sets, lingerie and comfy after-the-event clothes. soft cushy bathrobes and items to care for baby which cater to her needs like nursing bras. Gift certificates from department stores and from friends/family for babysitting or housecleaning services
Of course these are by no means the only options for a shower theme. The suggestions given here are meant to stimulate the creative juices in your own mind. Other factors in the prospective parents lives may influence the baby shower theme, such as ethnic or religious traditions, and these should be embraced and included if it's the parents choice.
Overall, the experience of giving and receiving a baby shower should be enjoyable for both the giver and the shower host. Making the decision of the theme is the hardest part of giving a baby shower, and we've already discussed the shortcut method to finding the perfect baby shower theme, all you have to do is ask!
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