Who is traditionally supposed to host a baby shower?
Traditionally, close friends, cousins, aunts, sisters-in-law, and coworkers of the parents-to-be have been deemed the appropriate parties to host a baby shower. Things get a little hairier when it comes to whether or not it’s proper for the immediate family of the parents-to-be to throw the party.
What order does a baby shower go in?
A typical baby shower lasts about 2-3 hours. As guests arrive, they are offered food and drinks and they mingle. Once all of the guests have arrived and had a chance to enjoy food and drink, about 30-45 minutes into the shower, the games begin. There are usually 3-5 different games lasting for another 30-45 minutes.
What does the host say at a baby shower?
As the hostess, there are a few things you may want to include in your speech: Mention the mother-to-be by name. Briefly discuss how you know the guest of honor. Offer thanks to any other hostesses of the shower.
What if no one throws me a baby shower?
If you’re worried that no one will offer to throw a baby shower for you (which is highly unlikely), talk to your best friend or a close relative and, if you’re comfortable doing so, ask her to take the reins.
Who plans the baby shower etiquette?
Typically a close friend or one of the grandmas-to-be will throw a baby shower. It is acceptable to have a sister or other family member throw the baby shower.