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Ryan A
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 Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 6:22 pm Post subject: Is it normal to not want a baby shower? |
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| My sister in law offered to have a shower for me, but I don't think I want one. I haven't had a party since I was about 12 (no graduation party for HS or college, no wedding b/c we eloped). I am uncomfortable being the center of attention and I kind of feel like I'm begging for gifts. Does anyone have an opinion? Thanks.30 weeks with first childPart of the problem is that she offered to throw the shower, but I think my husband and I will be expected to pay for it because she doesn't have any money. Also, I have no family to invite except my mom. My husband's family (except the 1 sister) doesn't seem at all interested in the baby. We have been ttc for 6 years and we are financially able to buy what we need. I just feel like the whole thing is ridiculous. |
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blondie
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| Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 6:25 pm Post subject: |
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| you arent the center of attention, the baby is! and unless you plan on buying everything you need yourself (which will get VERY expensive) then i suggest you have the shower. you arent begging for gifts, they are given to the baby! |
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Lisa
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| Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 6:27 pm Post subject: |
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| Why not have the shower after the baby is born? That way they're all paying attention to the baby and not to you. But, I also completely understand the "begging for gifts" feeling. I didn't have a shower with my daughter and if I have another baby don't think i'd want one for that very reason. |
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j.gildelamadrid
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| Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 6:27 pm Post subject: |
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| Well it is kinda you being the center of the attition but it is for the unborn child as well as it is your husbandbut it is for all three of u. yes it is gifts but gifts for u and the baby. and relatives love to bring the baby as well as u gifts. she can also put on the invites gifts not need if u dont want them to bring one |
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Deborah W.
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| Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 6:29 pm Post subject: |
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| Let your sister in Law give you a Baby shower. Their a lot of fun. |
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hi
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| Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 6:33 pm Post subject: |
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| I hate hate hate baby showers, but just think of all the money you will save you will probably get a good majority of the things you need for the first month, i would do it |
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Cookie On My Mind
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| Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 6:38 pm Post subject: |
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| Wow I've never heard of anyone not wanting one. I can't wait to have one some day (still TTC)! Maybe you can have a baby shower AFTER your baby is born - so your baby will be the center of attention. It can be called a 'baby welcoming party' and you can ask for baby diapers, wipes, etc. |
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redgator40
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| Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 6:54 pm Post subject: |
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| your call. some people just aren't into it. |
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KMS
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| Posted: Mon Jan 28, 2008 7:47 pm Post subject: |
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| Have the baby shower!! Tell her that you would like to keep it small (just close family and friends). People LOVE any excuse to buy baby clothes and other items!!! Plus, you will be amazed at how much money you won't have to spend because of the generosity of others!! |
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