I agree with Catrionalee too...

That said, my baby shower is this weekend. My friend was absolutely insistent and i think it's probably part of the reason i cannot stand her at the moment.
All well and good to throw the party and force me to turn up but i wanted nothing to do with the organising of it or anything.
And as far as im concerned if everyone wanted to make time to see me before i had the baby they could have done so of their own accord.

In saying that i'd easily have a get-together with friends just to catch up but i'd want it strictly known that it was not to be baby related. I don't want people fawning over or touching my belly and i can't say im looking forward to that fake 'thank you for your gift' if its something i already have or dont need. I have the pregnancy b!tchypants enough as it is!

I dont think ive really articulated what i wanted to say - but im sure you get the point! I think they may be wonderful for some people - but for me - i havent had the support from my clueless 'friends' my entire pregnancy and i dont want it on one day because somebody has put in the effort to make it so.