| Baby showers used to be thought of as parties for | | | | for a bit as they settle in with a new baby. |
| Mommies, ladies and girlfriends. These days that | | | | Themed baby shower |
| seems to be changing. More and more the husbands, | | | | Let's face it, Dads and even some Moms might not be |
| fathers and guy friends are getting in on the act. Every | | | | that interested in the traditional baby shower themes |
| loves a baby and why shouldn't everyone be allowed | | | | and. Consider tailoring your baby shower invitations and |
| to celebrate at the baby shower. It's easy to include | | | | party to something everyone will enjoy. Why not have |
| both parents with clever baby shower invitations and | | | | a baby shower barbecue? Or try a Hawaiian-theme |
| party ideas | | | | with interesting accents and menu. If you're expecting |
| Baby shower for Mom and Dad | | | | a boy, plan a sports theme. It might seem cliché, |
| Traditionally, the baby shower has just been for Mom, | | | | but most guys love sports and this will get them |
| but why not get Dad involved, too. Send baby shower | | | | involved and engaged. If you're expecting twins why |
| invitations not only to couples, but to Dad's friends and | | | | not go all out with a 'twins' theme baby shower |
| get them in on the act. Why not encourage them to | | | | invitations asking your guests to come dressed as their |
| bring a gift that Dad will like too? It's not just Mom | | | | favorite 'pairs.' Baby can be the focus, but your can still |
| having a baby, they will both be adding to the family, | | | | has fun with the theme. |
| the baby shower should celebrate both Mom and Dad. | | | | World's Best Dad |
| Beyond baby games | | | | Times are changing and most Dads are almost as |
| Not all of the guys are interested in opening baby gifts, | | | | involved and Mom when it comes to baby. Why not |
| so plan something with a wider appeal. While Mommy | | | | host a 'World's Best Dad' shower. Send baby shower |
| is opening gifts, plan a poker tournament for example. | | | | invitations with Dad as the focus. Invitations can be |
| Anyone - boy or girl - who is interested can enjoy a | | | | sent to couples and include Dad's friends - anyone |
| game of cards and when it's over you can donate the | | | | who would have a fun gift and great advice for the |
| proceeds to the new Mom and Dad fund. Or invite | | | | new Dad. While it's important to recognize both |
| Moms and Dads to give their best parenting advice. | | | | parents, just this once, Dad might need a little extra |
| Lots of Dads have great advice, just ask. Another fun | | | | attention. |
| idea is a baby pool in the style of a football pool. Sell | | | | Make room ladies, its time we include the guys in this |
| squares based on birth date and baby weight. The | | | | tradition. Adding dad, grandpa, uncles and other Dad |
| winner could get a big windfall, or donate the money to | | | | friends can be fun for all involved. Think of ideas that |
| the new kid in town. Or skip the games all-together | | | | will get everyone involved and you'll have a unique and |
| and just invite everyone to mingle and catch up. This | | | | memorable baby shower. |
| might be the last time you see the expectant parents | | | | |