help me know what to do please

[luvmyfam444]

Back in Sept or Aug I was giving a baby shower for my sis in law & the day before it has to be canceled because of bed rest....baby arrived in Oct - she had major complications (mom not baby) & is just this week gotten unattached to a pump she had to carry (for her incision healing)

ANYWAY...

I feel bad about her not having a shower & this will be her only kid so I'd like to go ahead & give her a shower

BUT I need help on how on earth I handle the wording on the invites...what do I say???

Any ideas?

 

[crazyforgoofy]

Why not say start with something like:

"Let's celebrate (insert name here)'s return to good health with a shower for her beautiful baby (insert name here)."

 

[Cindy's Mom]

Why not say start with something like:

"Let's celebrate (insert name here)'s return to good health with a shower for her beautiful baby (insert name here)."

Beautiful.

 

[golfgal]

Anyone you would invite to the shower would know the situation so I wouldn't worry too much about the exact wording of the invite (I like what crazyforgoofy posted).

 

[The Mystery Machine]

Did you know that most people around the globe have the baby shower after the baby is born?
In alot of cultures it is considered "bad luck" to have a shower before the baby is born.

So...just wanted to say that if you think having a shower after the baby is born is "weird".

I love crazyforgoofy's wording....simple and respectful.
to your SIL....

 

[luvmyfam444]

Thanks for the replies!

I guess now that I think about it I do remember that people usually have showers after baby is born as a welcome baby kinda thing -

BUT what is to be done about gifts?? Naturally she has all she needs - should I suggest just diapers - should I suggest she register? Or not suggest anything at all?

Previously when the invites went out I had a poem in there with a request for everyone to bring a book for baby's collection...should I remind folks of this by sending it again or just forget about it?

I've found other cute poems "out there" about diaper showers & such...

and one other thing...

what about games???? I don't have a CLUE what to do in this case? Just nix the idea of games?

 

[Liberty Belle]

Why not say start with something like:

"Let's celebrate (insert name here)'s return to good health with a shower for her beautiful baby (insert name here)."

Perfect!

 

[hidmickey:myantidrug]

I love the idea of just telling guests to bring diapers! Might not seem glamorous but so increadibly helpful!

 

[Liberty Belle]

She probably could also use larger sized clothing. I know I got a lot of smalls at my shower, but babies grow so quickly.

 

[ilovejack02]

In my area we hold a tea for the new mother and baby, usually when little one is at least 3 months or so. They are called a Sip and See and its a time to show off the new little one. Gifts arent required, but people usually bring one.
We serve light refreshments and maybe a champagne punch and tea and coffee.
Last invites i sent out for one of these just said,
Please join us for a Sip and See
In honor of Allison's new baby
Macon Elizabeth

Date and time and address after that. I would bag the game idea. You could also do a Diaps N' Wipes shower.

 

[aprilgail2]

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what about games???? I don't have a CLUE what to do in this case? Just nix the idea of games?

UGG forget about games! They are the reason many people hate going to showers! They are so silly and I have yet to find anyone I know personally that actually cares for them.
If previous invitation went out about a book I would keep it on that theme-I know the day I get an invitation I usually shop that day or within a day or two before the good stuff is gone from the registry so I would already have that at least to give!