Pingg is a great website that has really cute baby shower invitations....and they're FREE! This is an example of a great
invitation from the site that I found and it's so simple to email
them out to friends and family. And in doing this you can save money on postage and envelopes while also saving a couple of trees by sending your invites via the world wide web!
them out to friends and family. And in doing this you can save money on postage and envelopes while also saving a couple of trees by sending your invites via the world wide web!
And depending on when you have the shower, you will be able to cater the theme & decor around that. Being that my friend is due in July, her shower will probably be in May or June so a fun, summery shower will definitely be appropriate with lots of vibrant colors and cool drinks to keep everyone from overheating.
Epicurious has a great list of non-alcoholic drinks for any party but that would be especially delicious for a baby shower in the late spring or early summer. More for the pregnant lady but appropriate for all, if you aren't indulging in your normal alcoholic drink of choice, you can still enjoy the deliciousness of a variety of fruity, bubbly drinks that will taste just as good or even better without leaving you dehydrated and hungover. Take it from me! I love my cosmopolitan's but have had to curb that indulgence until post-baby. Instead, I have been experimenting with lots of different combinations of caffeine free sodas and fruit juices to satisfy my craving. A ginger ale with a splash of cranberry and a lime can definitely make someone feel like they are enjoying an alcoholic cocktail even though their choice is virgin! There are always options.
In terms of food, it's important to remember that with pregnancy comes lots of rules & regulations on what is OK to eat and what is not. Your best bet is going to be to first, check with the guest of honor and find out whether she is having any food aversions that might make her not feel well if they were present. After that, find out what she doesn't feel comfortable eating. A lot of articles will tell pregnant women to stay away from soft cheeses and deli meats along with raw fish and some cooked fish that are higher in mercury than others. It really all depends on the individual as everyone is different in their personal choices. The Mayo Clinic provides a list of foods that are recommended for pregnant women to stear clear from. This might be a helpful tool for you while you plan!
Lastly, there are shower gifts. What do I give my guests? How much should I spend? Honestly, every shower and budget is different. I, personally, have a sweet tooth so when I give gifts I lean towards a treat of some sort. I prefer a delicious cupcake placed in a decorative Butterfly Box as it is not only yummy but inexpensive and pretty. Not to mention you can use this as an alternative instead of buying a large sheet cake that could potentially be wasted if there is too much left over. Kill two birds with one stone! Dessert & a shower gift in one!! So good luck to you o' hosts of hosts!

In terms of food, it's important to remember that with pregnancy comes lots of rules & regulations on what is OK to eat and what is not. Your best bet is going to be to first, check with the guest of honor and find out whether she is having any food aversions that might make her not feel well if they were present. After that, find out what she doesn't feel comfortable eating. A lot of articles will tell pregnant women to stay away from soft cheeses and deli meats along with raw fish and some cooked fish that are higher in mercury than others. It really all depends on the individual as everyone is different in their personal choices. The Mayo Clinic provides a list of foods that are recommended for pregnant women to stear clear from. This might be a helpful tool for you while you plan!
Lastly, there are shower gifts. What do I give my guests? How much should I spend? Honestly, every shower and budget is different. I, personally, have a sweet tooth so when I give gifts I lean towards a treat of some sort. I prefer a delicious cupcake placed in a decorative Butterfly Box as it is not only yummy but inexpensive and pretty. Not to mention you can use this as an alternative instead of buying a large sheet cake that could potentially be wasted if there is too much left over. Kill two birds with one stone! Dessert & a shower gift in one!! So good luck to you o' hosts of hosts!