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Asked by Queenmommy0914

Q: Can I throw a Baby Shower myself?

My Baby Shower is in March. I thought that my sister was hosting it but there was a misunderstanding and she doesn't feel comfortable with it. She says that she will help with it but she doesn't want to host it.

I don't have anyone else that I know who is free to host. I also do not feel comfortable asking people. It just doesn't feel right. My dad is kind enough to let me have my baby shower at his house because it is much bigger than mine. Which helps us save money for essentials that we need.

I have a baby registry. What's on it is diapers, bottles, formula, etc...Just needs. We had our first baby nearly 5 years ago so we don't have what we need. It's been a while! :) I don't want to ask for things. It just seems rude.

I don't know what to do! I don't want to ask for anything lol It's just not who I am. I am at a loss. Any advice? Thank you! <3

This question was asked Jan. 27, 2014 11:31pm
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Answered by bkaufma3 - Jan. 28, 2014 5:44pm
If it were me, I would still go ahead and host it myself because quite frankly..I need stuff! I was reading today about gender reveal parties. I guess what you do is, you throw the baby shower and the gender reveal party all at once. It seems like the parents throw the gender reveal parties, so if you decide to go that route, it wouldn't be odd at all that you are throwing your own gender reveal/ baby shower. Another suggestion, if you just need diapers and wipes, there's always a diaper party. This is generally thrown by the dad..don't know if that's your situation or not. His friend's each bring a package of diapers. I've heard of co-ed diaper parties too. Good luck with whatever you choose! People understand that you're going to have a baby and you'll have lots of expenses.

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Answered by Bostonmama08 - Jan. 28, 2014 3:49pm
I agree with Eluria....nothing wrong with hosting your own small shower at your dads house with the help of your sister. Did the invites go out already? Would your sister be comfortable taking the RSVPs? Then you can do everything else...pick food, games, etc. I helped a lot with my own shower in December....and it has been 11 years since our last! I picked and ordered the table flowers, favors and invites....so there is nothing wrong with planning some of your own shower!

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Answered by Eluria88 - Jan. 28, 2014 5:02am
If no one else had offered to throw you one you're more than welcome to throw your own. Do you have a mother that would do it for you? Sorry if that's sensitive but moms are great at that kind of thing. You could always ask a close friend or co-worker too. But if you have no one to do it, feel free to do it yourself especially if your sister is willing to help. Set up games and have your sister lead them, you can pick recipes for punch and the foods you want there as well. Just let your sister know she should kind of lead the gifts and stuff since that makes you feel rude.

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