Baby Shower Food advice/idea needed

[NaeNae]

Hey Daytona,

"couples" baby showers are becoming more and more popular. My original plan for my shower was to have a couples one and invite hubby's, partners and friends of all the gal pals I am having over to help DH celebrate. I did forget that DH had a wedding gig that he has to play at on the same day and because I couldn't change the date of my shower (due to work and other commitments) we just went for a all girls affair

There are sooooo many games that can be played at a shower, some more physical than others so I guess it depends on how far into your pregnancy you will be when you hold yours. If you or your friend googles baby shower games there are many many websites to browse through.

We are having about 6 games but I cannot say which ones coz there will be a few from BB coming along and somethings need to be left for a surprise. I will say though that there is nothing terrible physical coz I get far too tired now let alone at 32 weeks when I am bigger

As for food, I loved the idea of a laid back BBQ but again coz DH has a lot of things he needs to do before his gig it will just be easier to have the standard party food and nibbles.

If you want to tie it in with your house warming that will be great but you will need to make sure that the people you want to have at your baby shower and a house warming are the same. Personally I would have them separate but thats just me and the idea of having 2 parties maybe a bit much not just for you to organise but for your guests as well.

HTH

Nae x x

[Daytona's Mummy]

Thanks Nae, I'll Do that (google the games) I'll have to think about seperating the shower and housewarming MAYBE ! I think if I'm able to have them a couple of months appart I'll go that option. Maybe even have the house warming after bub is here then that should cut back on scattered visiters when he/she is born. ???
Also, I was thinking about getting one of those mobile 4D ultrasound scans to come when the baby shower is on, Would that be a bit creapy or ok to do?
Good luck with your shower, I wish I was as organised as you!

[NaeNae]

OMG can they do that I had no idea they could come and do a scan at your shower - or do you mean get one done and have it playing at the shower??

How far along will you be when you move?

I like the idea of having the house warming after the baby is born depending on how bub goes I have heard the first month you'll be like a living zombie I do like that idea coz everyone will get to see bub, I think you will still get a lot of scattered visitors though.

GL with your decision - maybe have your shower somewhere else too that way you can still do both. Only reason I am having mine here at home is because our rooms are largish and I am the most comfortable here JIC something happens.

at being organised ... seriously I have waited 2 years to get this far and DH put a ban on me buying baby stuff this pregnancy in case things didn't work out so its the ONLY thing I have been able to do Plus I am a control freak

Nae x

[Daytona's Mummy]

Hi Nae, Yeah they have mobile ones that come to your home. Their U/S thingie just connects to your tv to watch on the big screen or record it if you wish. I stumbled across it when looking into the 4d scans to start up my own business (before falling preg) & they offered franchises in it (the mobile ones)
We're planning to move beginning of Oct sometime (i hope) or around then so i'll be around 25-29 weeks? depending on date of move???
Yeah, I'm more comfy at home too, and feel more in control. I think is would be nice to have babies room all set up too and kind of be on display IYKWIM?
It took me ages to get this far too! (13.5 years) So I know what you mean!!! Only I have had to stop DH, I was the 1 too scared to buy anything and am only now starting to brouse!
I did 'goolge' the games and found a fun site and paid for 1yr membership ($20?) for all their printable games (over 75 I think) which a personalisable (sp? is that even a word?) Anyway, I'm amaized at how much fun they sound. And also read in my search somewhere about a game I'm planning on getting the boys to do... It's called "my waters broke" you fill up the normal size balloons with water and they have to race with them between their legs! God I hope they all break! lol.
I will definately seperate the shower & HW though, make the HW about a mth after bub is born which will then be about 3.5 mths after the shower. Planning on the shower about 1st week of nov.