Released on: April 18, 2008, 11:18 am

Press Release Author: Sarah Porter

Industry: Consumer Services

Press Release Summary: When determining the theme for the baby shower, consider
choosing a theme that compliments the décor of the baby's room is a nice touch,
particularly for the parents. Or having a color scheme that is matches the baby's
room. There are endless choices of themes, such as a baby animal theme, purely pink,
or sports-themed for a boy. You will want the printed baby shower invitations to
reflect the theme chosen for the baby shower celebration.

Press Release Body: Planning Guide for Baby Shower Party

Planning a baby shower party can be really fun but can also be stressful. However,
if you use a planning guide to assist with the plans, your baby shower will be a
spectacular baby shower without all the stress that comes along with planning such a
special event. Read More About http://www.cards-411.com/Baby-Showers-Planning-Guide
Planning Guide for Baby Shower Party.

The first thing to do is set the time and date of the baby shower. Normally, the
baby shower will be held at least a month or two prior to the due date of the baby.
This helps the expectant mother to know prior to the arrival of the baby what items
are still needed after the shower, giving her plenty of time to get them. It will
also give enough time just in case the baby decides to come early.

When picking the date for the shower, have a couple of different choices to ensure
that the expectant mother does not have anything else planned. Giving her a couple
of different options will ease the stress on her in case there is something planned
on one of those dates. You will want to order the
http://www.cards-411.com/Baby_Shower_Invitations/browse-15.htm personalized baby
shower invitations or
http://www.cardsshoppe.com/Baby_Shower_Invitations/Baby_Shower_Invitations-3-1.htm
custom baby shower cards to send to the invited guests. And, don't forget to order
the matching baby shower thank you cards at the same time so the Mom-to-Be will have
them when she wants to thank all those who gave gifts or assisted with the baby
shower in any way.

After the date has been chosen, the next thing to do is decide on the time of day
for the shower. The time will usually determine how formal or casual the baby shower
should be. There are several different options for the time of day. If the theme
will be a couples baby shower, then an evening will be most appropriate. If it is a
women-only, traditional baby shower, then during the day will be best. And, if it is
a surprise baby shower, then it will need to be planned around when is best for the
Mom-to-Be and her schedule.

The next thing to decide is the location of the baby shower. When deciding where to
have the baby party, if it is to be held in someone's home, determine whether or not
the home will comfortably accommodate the guests, both in getting there and inside
the home. Perhaps holding it at a restaurant will be better centrally located for
all the guests. If the guest list is smaller and the budget can accommodate, holding
the baby shower at a day spa or bed and breakfast is fun and would create a great
memory for all the guests.

When determining the theme for the baby shower, consider choosing a theme that
compliments the décor of the baby's room is a nice touch, particularly for the
parents. Or having a color scheme that is matches the baby's room. There are endless
choices of themes, such as a baby animal theme, purely pink, or sports-themed for a
boy. You will want the printed baby shower invitations to reflect the theme chosen
for the baby shower celebration.

The menu for the baby shower will depend on where and what type of baby shower is
planned. If it is a couples or co-ed baby shower, then a BBQ-type menu will best
suit both the males and females. If it is a women-only, traditional baby shower,
then finger foods and salads are always a hit. The time of day will also determine
what types of foods to serve.

When it comes to the shower guest list, ensure that information like the phone
number and address is gathered for the Mom-be-Be to ensure that no one is forgotten.
She will need this information when sending the unique baby shower thank you cards
to all those who gave gifts or contributed to the baby shower in any way.

The affordable invitations for baby shower, online baby shower announcements or
inexpensive baby shower cards, whatever the host decides to use, is one of the most
important items to the shower. The imprinted baby shower invitation sets the tone
for the baby celebration, complete with the theme, day, time and place. Plus sending
a written invitation is handy for people to post on their fridge so that the special
day is not forgotten. You can usually find lots of sample
http://www.cards-411.com/baby_shower_wording_ideas.php unique baby shower
invitations verses, sayings and wordings on the internet.

The games at a baby shower can be really fun. This is also a great way to get the
guests talking to each other if they do not know each other. Plus, who doesn't like
giving advice? The games can be educational for the Mom-to-Be. Being the host of the
baby shower is the gift to the Mom-to-Be. The host is running the show. Have fun!

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Contact Details: About the Author: Sarah Porter is Press Agent for several articles
including Planning Guide for Baby Showers, Unique Baby Shower Invitations Ideas,
Affordable Baby Shower Announcements Cards and Cute Invitations for Couples Baby
Showers and more.