New Week! New Symptoms! This Week Is Acid Reflux I Believe It's Hair Growing Time 🤞🏾 Awakening Earlier Than The Birds Chirping Baby Shower Planning This Is The Hardest Part Because I Don't Honestly Have A Village At All So I'm Basically Purchasing My Own Registry, Hosting And Paying For My Own Shower And It's Probably Only Going To Have Three Guest Attend That's My 5 Year Old, My Brother And I Yes I'm So Stressed That My Pilates Are My Diary At This Point. Wouldn't Wish This On Anyone Just Blessed To Have A Healthy Baby So Far Let's Go March Babies! #Countdown #MarchDueDate
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2 Apr 2024
Tips for hosting a baby shower on a budget
Tips for Hosting a Baby Shower on a Budget
Hosting a baby shower is a special way to celebrate the upcoming arrival of a little one, but it doesn't have to be expensive.
With a little creativity and smart planning, you can throw a fabulous baby shower without breaking the bank.
Here are some tips for hosting a budget-friendly baby shower that will leave a lasting impression:
Choose a Budget-Friendly Venue
Instead of renting an expensive venue, consider hosting the baby shower at a friend's or family member's home or even in your own backyard.
This will save you a significant amount of money that you can allocate to other aspects of the shower, such as decorations, food, and favors.
- Opt for outdoor venues like parks or gardens, which often have low or no cost for reservations.
- If the weather permits, consider hosting a backyard picnic-style shower with blankets and pillows for seating.
Get Creative with Decorations
You don't need to splurge on expensive decorations to create a charming atmosphere.
With a little imagination and some DIY skills, you can make beautiful and budget-friendly decorations that will impress your guests.
Consider the following ideas:
- Balloons are an affordable and versatile option. Create balloon arches, bouquets, or even a balloon wall backdrop.
- Make your own paper garlands using colorful cardstock or recycled materials.
- Decorate tables with simple centerpieces using mason jars filled with fresh flowers or baby-related items like pacifiers or onesies.
Plan a Potluck-Style Menu
Food can often be one of the most significant expenses when hosting a baby shower.
Instead of shouldering the entire cost yourself, why not organize a potluck-style menu?
Ask your guests to contribute a dish, and you'll have a variety of delicious treats without the hefty price tag.
- Assign different food categories to your guests, such as appetizers, salads, main dishes, and desserts.
- Provide a list of suggested food ideas to ensure a balanced menu.
- Don't forget to include some refreshing non-alcoholic beverages for everyone to enjoy.
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DIY Party Favors with a Personal Touch
Party favors are a lovely way to thank your guests for their presence. Instead of buying expensive pre-made favors, consider DIY options that are both cost-effective and meaningful.
Here are some ideas:
- Create homemade bath salts or sugar scrubs packaged in cute jars or pouches.
- Make personalized keychains with the baby's initials or cute charms.
- Package seed packets with a small note encouraging guests to "watch our love grow."
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Neena 💕✨
23 Oct 2023
I’m in process of finding a venue for our baby shower in mid Jan. But I’m at a loss for ideas on locations. I don’t want to spend $400 for 2.5 hours for 1 & where I live isn’t exactly highly populated. I am moving here in Dec but the idea of hosting at my house again is detrimental considering all the cleaning before and afterwards, decorating, and the idea of the traffic in my home drives me. Help! Any ideas would be beautiful. Keep in mind January is one of the coldest months here. So outdoors is not at all an option.
🤰🏾💙👣Boy 🤍Mom🤰🏾Jamie👣💙
I fell the same way I live in Missouri my house is not big to host anything an I hate cleaning up when people leave and it’s getting cold now I have my reveal on the 28th of this month hope it’s a little warm like in the 70’s my birthday in January Where are you located
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Neena 💕✨
I did my gender reveal at home and even tho it was small and intimate I still had a mess. Plus it was my brothers birthday so I should have known but I figured it would just be easier since all of our friends would be around anyways. Big mistake with a room full of tequila drinkers! So needless to say I’m not trying to repeat that and especially being further along and just moving into my place I’m
Def not looking forward to that much unnecessary cleaning. But I’m in South Dakota by the Minnesota border. So like 30 below is normal around that time. I’m considering one of the hotel community rooms but there’s been news of bed big outbreaks at the affordable ones and I’m just frustrated at this point.
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Daphney
21 Jul 2023
My best friend is paying for my baby shower venue and the decorations. I’m so happy because I was so stressed out about my budget and how it just kept expanding. My venue is $2200 and the decorator is asking for 2000 just for the main area decor not including the tables and center pieces 😮💨. So now all I have to focus on is food, drinks, DJ and maybe floral arrangements. My best friend really loves me and I feel so blessed especially this being my 4th child.
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Lauren
10 Jun 2023
So I’m wondering.. are you guys planning your own Baby shower/Diaper party, having someone help you, or having someone else plan everything? I have certain things I love and want but have no idea how to plan a baby shower💙 anything helps tips, tricks, and money saving ideas. #babyshower #diaperparty
Daphney
I want to have a baby shower but bad at planning things. I’m going to start slow and see. Plus I want to rent a venue. I’d say to just start cutting down on things you don’t need to spend on to save money.
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Mia
I’m planning my own because I want things a certain way and I don’t like the way my family plans things so last minute that’s not my style. This way it will turn out how I want and they can help me set up/clean up.
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Danielle
2 May 2023
should i feel bad for not inviting my dad's wife and kids to my baby shower? i gave him the option of having a plus one. the venue i'm having it at only holds up a certain amount and i explained that to him but he got upset and said all of them are a crew and go everywhere together which i understand but i'm on a budget and i at least invited him. he needs to understand that i am not rich lol and besides, he's not even helping throw this shower for me or has does anything to support me my whole life basically, plus i'm not close to his wife, she doesn't like me so why would i want her there?... it's my baby shower, i should have whoever i want there
🍹Jenni
No u should not feel bad! You can only do what u can do! Plus she does not like you so that’s bad vibes there anyway. He should be more understanding than this! I’d say he probably will be a no show at this rate!
27 Mar 2024
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Kelly
If your paying and they are not helping out and the fact that your not close…then by all means limit who can come. I’m a strong believer in the fact that just because your family/or someone who feels entitled doesn’t mean you have to invite them. It’s your shower your day and not the time to feel guilty about anything.
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Aundreya
18 Mar 2023
So I’m 20 weeks pregnant and since this is my first set of twins I want to do things differently. I wanna get a 3d,4d,5d ultrasound, I wanna do a belly cast, have a baby shower, a maternity shoot and newborn photo shoot as well. My back is against the wall somedays im all for it and then others I’m like fuck it. Especially the baby shower I tried to give myself a budget and found my guest list and budget ridiculous. I’m afraid we won’t get much what’s needed for the boys as we put in to have one. Any advice??? This is my first set of twins but by fifth pregnancy my husband always says is whatever you want my love.
TwinMom
If you have the money than go all out … but if not just take the money and buy everything you need … all that other stuff is unnecessary honestly…. But if you got it go for it
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I can only say what my BD & I are doing and that is that he’s buying the big stuff and I have a couple things on my registry that I still need, like a stroller/ car seat combo (which I found one for decent price of $170 for the set, which is baby trend brand), bouncer/swing, and stuff like that. BD is giving me most the money to order a glider/rocker/ottoman and also bassinet tmrw. Then In a few wks to a month he’s going to order 2 of the car seats that I picked out which can be used for like 10 years and grows with the child ($150) baby trend brand. The stroller car seat combo I want because of the stroller and the car seat will be extra for other people to use(family or myself) or other vehicles because we both have several vehicles… and I have gotten tons of clothes from friends so kind of set on those… but the bottles, diapers, wipes etc all that is on registry. I have gotten some diapers from a neighbor friend that doesn’t fit their daughter anymore lol even tho I’m having a boy and they girl diapers lol. 🤷♀️ I would just get the necessities and then if you have any money left over after that then I could splurge!!! But remember you have FB and stuff too!! Share your registry on FB!! And let people know if they are able to find/get things cheaper elsewhere then to go for it, as long as it’s new!! Also keep in mind that marketplace has good stuff barely used as well for decent prices.. just a thought. I hope all works out for you and goes smoothly! Exciting to have twins but also double the STRESS!
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Rae
1 Mar 2023
Ladiesss.. i have a question! So my M.I.L. Is hosting my baby shower & asked me to create an FB group for the baby shower..which i did. We are doing a co-ed baby shower(men and women). So i put my name first and then my husbands but she created like an RSVP page & put my husbands name first and then me… am i being dramatic for thinking she’s being petty??? In my opinion for a baby shower the woman should go first. Give me your thoughts. Im curious to know if you think it’s petty and also if you believe the woman or man’s name should go first?? Or does it matter at all?? 🧐 🤔 i feel like baby showers are mainly for woman so they should go first & I’ve seen invitations where the woman’s name is first…. So that’s just my opinion… i mean there’s no baby shower without the mother lol
Alysha
Everything my MIL does stresses me out so I don’t think you are in the wrong at all.
27 Mar 2024
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Rae
I understand . I just believe if i already created an event with my name first she should’ve kept it that way with everything regarding the baby shower . so it kind of makes her look offended that i didn’t put her son first😂
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Ashley
27 Nov 2022
Question what is a good limit to spend on a baby shower it’s me and my husband very 1st girl together I have 3 boys I’m extremely excited and I could go over board so ai need a budget from a venue, food, and decor how much should I spend all together
🌜✨Yaya✨🎄
I think that depends a lot from where you are located.
In my case I did the decoration setup myself, for food went with appetizers and grill hamburgers, I made the cupcakes myself as well and use my parents garage for venue.
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Ashley
I’m due in April I was thinking of having it in my sisters back yesterday she just did an upgrade on it but I don’t know the weather but I do a few decor but my ideas on Amazon has already reached 659.00 and that’s not including food if I decided to have it in the backyard
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Vanessa
13 Jul 2022
Opinions on doing baby shower or not ? I feel like everything is so expensive now a days even just a simple balloon arrangement. Plus food for guests, decor, game winner prizes, etc. I think I want one but second guessing…
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abby
24 May 2022
Update : baby shower my mom is hosting it but problem is she wants to invite my dads sister to the shower , she’s been rude to me past years and it’s super disrespectful but I don’t want her there , I don’t know what to do ? #stress
lee
If you dont want her there SHE SHOULD NOT BE THERE. This is YOUR baby shower, YOUR experience
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abby
Thank you mommies ! I told her and She doesn’t understand.
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