A baby shower was originally offered for the first baby of the Mommy-to-Be but that tradition has changed to being for all "new additions" to a family since they are all miracles and deserve to be showered with love and gifts. Usually, the baby shower is held in an afternoon on a weekend when most people can attend. The person throwing the baby shower is usually a family member or close family friend. Originally, one baby shower would be thrown for a Mommy-to-Be, but today many women have more than one party because they have different groups of friends, co-workers and family members. For mommies having their second, third, fourth or any other than their first child, the custom is referred to as "sprinkles".

A baby shower can range from very elegant to very causal, depending on the mood you would like to set! They can take place at a restaurant, bar, country club or someone's home and usually last only a few hours. It is customary for the Mommy-to-Be to receive baby shower gifts from her guests as well as give gifts out to the women who plan the baby shower.

The baby shower is known for usually serving some type of food, whether a meal or snacks and can range from being a very inexpensive party to one that is expensive. It is important to remember that the baby shower party is not about who can spend the most or impress their baby shower guests, but who can create a memorable time with great friends and have lots of laughs.

The cost of the baby shower is usually paid those hosting the baby shower. This is the reason why there are sometimes co-host to sponsor baby showers. The baby shower party costs depends on if you are serving a full meal at the baby shower or just hors d'oeuvres, the type of baby shower games and baby shower prizes planned, the baby shower decorations and where you will have the baby shower. There are many ways to invite guests to your baby shower, but personalized baby shower invitations are, by far, the most preferred way. Custom and unique baby shower invitations are a great way to set the tone for your baby shower, and they also provide a reminder for the guests to put on their bulletin boards. Our exclusive collection of unique baby shower invitations announcements cards and matching baby shower thank you cards can ONLY be found on Cards Personalized and its affiliate cards sites.