Thinking of Hosting a Baby Shower?

In Emily Post's day, there were very strict rules about hosting a baby shower. Then, it was considered improper to give a shower for a member of the family. A shower is a gift receiving event and the family didn't want to look like they were asking for gifts, so it used to be hosted only by someone outside of the family.

But not today! Today, the shower is usually hosted by someone who is close to the new mom. Any relative, friend, neighbor, or co-worker can act as host. Even mothers or sisters can give the party for the new mommy.

I hosted a baby shower for my own daugther when she was pregnant with her first baby. I didn't give it a second thought...and neither did my guests.

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Before you make too many plans, you might want to take a look at etiquette.