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Baby
Shower - The Celebration of Life
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by:
Cathy Cripps
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Baby
shower is a unique experience for the new expectant parents. With such
fun things as baby shower games and unique baby shower invitations you
are going to have a fun day with all the baby shower ideas that you are
about to discover.
Choosing the menu for the baby shower is one of the most exciting
things to do! There are so many options out there for you to choose
from depending on your budget. If you are having the event in a
restaurant, you will need to work on the menu with one of their staff.
It is up to you if you planned a meal or appetizers, and the restaurant
staff may be able to provide food to match your theme. If you are
hosting the shower in a home, you could choose a caterer; make your own
food or a combination of both.
If you are planning to serve an assortment of finger food, decorate a
side table reflecting the theme. Place the desserts in the centre
surrounded by the finger foods for a beautiful presentation. Planning
an assortment of finger foods lets all the guests to enjoy the snacks
at their leisure.
The assortment of food and its presentation shows how much time and
thought you have put into this day of celebration. Often finger foods
are provided for the guests as a more informal gathering. Serve cubes
of fresh fruit on a platter or skewers, chop vegetables into two-bite
pieces and serve with ranch dip or create a dip of you own, finger
sandwiches are a popular item, add traditional fillings such as egg and
cucumber or go for something totally different, there are many online
suggestions to add your personal touch to this traditional treat. A
variety of cheese and crackers, chips and dips and shrimp and cocktail
sauces are always a party hit.
For guests arriving for an evening get together, buffet meals are
wonderful way for guest to serve themselves and allow the hostess time
to mingle. In addition to the finger food suggestions, add some savory
snacks such as chicken wings, stuffed mushroom caps, meatballs and mini
pizzas to complete the meal.
Coffee, tea, punch and soda pop are all great baby shower beverages.
You may also choose to serve wine and other alcoholic beverages. Make
sure to have plenty of milk, cream and sugar for the coffee and tea. A
nice added touch is to include an assortment of flavoured tea bags as
well as choice of regular and diet soft drinks. Serve fruit punch,
raspberry lemonade or mint julep for a change of fair. There are many
different punch recipes to serve, pick your favourite or check online
for some interesting additions to a traditional drink!
Desserts can be an assortment of cookies and squares along with the
cake, the customary dessert of choice. This is a perfect time to
establish your theme. If you are ordering a custom cake, make sure to
do so approximately 2-3 weeks before the shower. You can also use the
cake as a beautiful centre piece for your food table.
No matter what type of food you serve, make sure there is enough food
to last the duration of the party as well as something for everyone.
When guests enter the location of the baby shower, the decorations
should immediately put them in the baby celebration spirit. If you have
guests arriving that don't know each other, name tags should be given
to everyone. These can be hand printed or made on your computer.
Decorating is all about colour! The chosen theme will supply the
colours of the decorations. Add balloons, flowers and linens in your
chosen colour scheme for a complete look. Even if you decided not to go
with a theme, the decorations will show your personal touch. For
something a little different stray away from the traditional pink and
blue and go with greens, yellows and lavender. Streamers add a ton of
colour to your party room along with a congratulatory banner for the
new mom is a perfect touch.
©2004 Baby
Shower Moments
About the Author
Cathy is the Owner of Baby Shower Moments
and the author of Baby Shower Moments A to Z Guide. If you are looking
for baby
shower ideas pay Cathy a visit.
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