Bringing The Baby Shower Outside For Family Fun

For many years baby showers have been a way for expectant mothers to get together with their family and friends, have some much needed fun, and to welcome new life. While it may be a great reason for the mom-to-be and her female friends to celebrate, there are other important people who may also want to join in on the fun. Instead of having a traditional, indoor get together with all of the usual festivities, why not move the party outdoors and include dads and all of the little ones for a whole family affair?

This special celebration of new life is an excellent way for everyone to have fun together and the outdoors is the perfect place to do it. Be sure to send out special invitations that clearly indicate that dads are more than welcome to attend the party, after all, the father-to-be has just as much reason to celebrate as mom does!

When sending out the baby shower invitations clearly mark the details. Invite dad and the little ones of each household and let everyone know the party will be moving outside so not to worry about any child who is out of control! Then, put your heads together with your spouse and start planning for an entertaining and different baby shower.

A baby shower is supposed to be simple and fun but loaded with games and gifts for the new mom. This shouldn't change just because the guest list is changing. In fact, just so everything is equally fun for the father-to-be, on the invitation clearly mark, "dad gifts are encouraged and gag gifts for dads are welcome!" This will help loosen the fellows up for a fun-filled day!

Baby shower games should be at the top of the list to encourage participation from moms, dads, and the little ones at the party. Take lots of photos by digital camera so you can send out a lot of mementos after the party. Decide on a cook-out theme and encourage everyone to bring a staple item such as ketchup or mustard or chips, something really easy which requires no thought or planning . After all, the mom-to-be is your guest but so are her guests to the baby shower! You don't want them to feel uncomfortable because they had to make a casserole to attend the cook-out and baby shower.

This type of outdoor baby shower is excellent for getting reacquainted with old friends, and maybe even making some new ones. This is also a good time for the men to get to know one another and perhaps even show the new dad what great fun families and children can be!

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