What are your thoughts on asking for books in lieu of cards for a baby shower?

[CookieandOatmeal]

What are your thoughts on asking for books in lieu of cards for a baby shower? I've been to two baby showers where guests were asked to do this and I LOVED the idea and want to do this for my baby shower also. I remember getting one book off Amazon but the other one was a "like new" book I found in the library book sale pile that was not originally a library book. I am known for being a bookworm and want to instill the same love of books in my child. I don't mind if the book is used as long as it is in good condition. Do people think it's weird to ask this?

Edit to Add: I will also have a registry so it's clear. Baby shower will take place at a formal tea room.

 

[Magical2017]

I was given a book shower and it was lovely!

 

[karmic]

Did this for my daughter's baby shower and loved it- she got so many nice books many that were less expensive than a card that would be thrown away

 

[lorimay]

Loved this idea when I was invited to a shower earlier in the year.

 

[fly girl]

I've never seen that idea, but I love it! You throw away cards (well, at least I do) why not spend a comparable amount on something that can be used and cherished! Go for it!!

 

[Floridaman999]

I've not attended many baby showers but I think the idea sounds wonderful.

 

[CookieandOatmeal]

I've never seen that idea, but I love it! You throw away cards (well, at least I do) why not spend a comparable amount on something that can be used and cherished! Go for it!!

We've kept our wedding/shower cards in a box that I think I only looked at once since we got married. It will probably be the same thing for cards from the baby shower so I really liked having books with messages in them that we will look through often enough.

 

[Traveling on cc points]

I’ve never heard of this but I think it’s a great idea.
Cards are kind of a waste as most people just throw them away after a week of being on display.
You could asked each guest to write a small inscription for you/the baby inside of the book instead of the card

 

[MooseBucks]

Great idea - they did this for our baby shower and the kids love hearing who it’s from when we read them. I appreciate when people are specific about what they want or need because I hate being waste full. Like please tell me your kid doesn’t need clothes or no toy only gift cards to the zoo etc.

 

[moniqueand2]

Most showers I go to ask for a book instead of a card. So, if it suits you go for it!

Although, expect duplicates of Good Night Moon.

 

[MrsCobraBubbles]

I feel like cards are a waste of money, so any new tradition that pushes them out is awesome.

 

[Disneylover99]

I really have no use for cards, so yeah, this seems like a great idea.

 

[Christine]

Great idea. I've been to a few showers, where, along with your usual gift, guests are asked to either bring some baby item (pack of diapers, wipes, etc) and it's also been done with books.

 

[tvguy]

My DIL did this.

 

[Cindy's Mom]

So no card, people would give a book instead of a card. BUT they still buy a gift, right?

 

[DisneyDebbie]

We’ve had this in my area for about 6 years or so and I love it. Cards can be so expensive and they usually just get thrown away.

 

[bigbabyblues]

So no card, people would give a book instead of a card. BUT they still buy a gift, right?

I've only been to one shower that asked for books instead of a card, but I bought a gift and a book, and everyone else did too.

 

[Summer2018]

What are your thoughts on asking for books in lieu of cards for a baby shower? I've been to two baby showers where guests were asked to do this and I LOVED the idea and want to do this for my baby shower also. I remember getting one book off Amazon but the other one was a "like new" book I found in the library book sale pile that was not originally a library book. I am known for being a bookworm and want to instill the same love of books in my child. I don't mind if the book is used as long as it is in good condition. Do people think it's weird to ask this?

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My friend’s mother did this for her baby shower. “In lieu of a greeting card, we would appreciate it if you would give the baby a copy of your favorite children’s book. Please write a personal note to the baby.”

As a Pre-K teacher, I had a really hard time narrowing it down. Once I narrowed it down to Eric Carle, my favorite illustrator, it was easier to choose the book.

I always give books as gifts at baby showers, so I had to shop from the baby registry for the gift.

I like the idea, but some other people attending the shower complained that they spent more than they planned. Her mother also asked for diapers. So we all brought a board book, Pampers, and a gift from the registry. I was fine with it because I love my friend, but there were definitely some guests that thought it was a bit much.

 

[EveDallas]

What are your thoughts on asking for books in lieu of cards for a baby shower? I've been to two baby showers where guests were asked to do this and I LOVED the idea and want to do this for my baby shower also. I remember getting one book off Amazon but the other one was a "like new" book I found in the library book sale pile that was not originally a library book. I am known for being a bookworm and want to instill the same love of books in my child. I don't mind if the book is used as long as it is in good condition. Do people think it's weird to ask this?

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My niece is doing this for her baby shower. It's a wonderful idea.

 

[CookieandOatmeal]

So no card, people would give a book instead of a card. BUT they still buy a gift, right?

I did when I went to the baby showers. I got a gift off the registry and bought a book. One of them also asked for diapers as part of a diaper raffle.