So we are thinking of trying for another child. Our son is 4 and will be well over 5 by the time our 2nd is born. With the complications that came with the first we thought we would not have anymore, so we got rid of all baby items.
So we would like opinions if it is ok to have a shower for our 2nd child (and last for sure)? We thought no, but some have said yes when there is so much time inbetween children.
Thoughts????
The etiquette really seems to depend on the people around you. Personally, I think it's fine. When I had my oldest, rather than having a shower I had a Welcome Baby party when he was a month old- it was a fun way to show him to the whole family at once and not have people dropping by on short notice and otherwise stressing out the frazzled, tired mom. I wanted to do the same with the other kids (not for the gifts, but just to have people meet the baby all at once) but my family made it abundantly clear that they thought it was tacky and not okay. Which was kind of disappointing. I would say if someone wants to host for you, why not?
For that situation I think yes. I was in the same situation and thought I wasn't going to have one, because it was my 2nd child and 2nd boy. But I had been so generous I gave all of our baby stuff away (our first would be almost 4 when 2nd was born).
I think if it is needed then its okay, the trouble may be finding someone who will host it, at least that was the problem with me. But when I was 7 mo pregnant a friend told me that I was having a shower if it killed them (couple) and they threw it for us.
If there was only a year or two separating the kids, i'd say no. That's a different story.
is it ok ?
How often do you drink alcohol?
- MamaXRandi
on Jun. 8, 2012 at 12:32 PM