My Mother is throwing my fiance a baby shower at the end of the month and she wants to know if I want to come to it just want some opinions should the Daddy be at the baby shower or is that for the mommy and women only?
2006-07-13 21:01:10 · 16 answers · asked by DaddyOf2Princesses 2 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
I think it's great for the dad to participate. My husband was at my baby shower and it was a great experience. Some of my guest brought their husbands/boyfriends also. Be there for alll you can be. Remember the woman would really appreciate it, Alot of times we feel that it's all on us because we have to carry the baby inside and give birth. So show that you support her.
2006-07-13 21:11:38 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
Traditional showers... are just the ladies. More and more often today, many women only parties (tupperware and such) are changing to couples parties. It's your baby too!! But I'd say, invite couples so you aren't the only guy in the room, that could easily get akward in many respects. But, as daddy's, other men may have stories to share with you about their experiences. Be aware, women will talk about baby and birthing stories as well.... some with more details than you may want to hear. But if you get a room full of women together, they WILL talk... a LOT!!! :-) Good Luck!
2006-07-14 04:44:53 · answer #2 · answered by meflute 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Baby Showers still follow the "for women only" tradition, though our grandmothers may have thought it unheard of to invite men to a baby shower---today’s parties can be coed.
Usually the father brings the mom-to-be and exits...let’s face it, most men aren't excited by tiny rattles, and cute little outfits as women. Take your cue from the mom-to-be’s wishes.
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BABY SHOWER ETIQUETTE
Is it OK to invite men to the baby shower?
If the expectant mom wants men at the baby shower, then YES! Just to be sure to tone down the games and keep the girlis decorations to a minimum if men are invited. Another way to make men comfortable is to
have a couples shower as your theme. If you do invite men and the expectant father is included, be sure to set out two chairs, one for both expectant parents, when gifts are being opened.
http://www.petitefours.net/Babyetiquette.html
2006-07-15 02:37:25 · answer #3 · answered by Swirly 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You know it's about your comfort level, but let me tell you I had the best time when it was a combination of men and women. The men play games like sucking juice from a bottle first one done wins a prize. It was totally hilarious. Another game the guys played was the diaper race. 1st one to diaper the doll wins. Much more fun to have men there. Give it some thought but make sure it is something you will be comfortable with. Good luck and Congrats
2006-07-14 06:50:55 · answer #4 · answered by AngiB 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A baby shower is usually meant for the girls only but i have been to a few were the daddys and other men/boys have been there..It wouldn't be a shock to go though if you wanted too or if she wanted you to go.
Good luck and congrats
2006-07-14 04:57:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
They're becoming less traditional now. When my sister was pregnant, my grandpa was very sick and couldn't be left alone so my mom made my sister's baby shower for both genders. Just make sure there games which won't make the guys feel uncomfortable and get some prizes for the guys just in case one of them win.
2006-07-14 04:06:11 · answer #6 · answered by Mariposa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The only time the Daddy should be at the shower, is if it is a couples shower and other men will be there...otherwise I think you would be uncomfortable.
2006-07-14 04:08:06 · answer #7 · answered by kb 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ask mommy. If it would ruin the surprise then stay for the begining, surprise her, and then ask her privately if she would like you to stay or go. I know I wanted my man around. It depends on how girly of a girl she is. Is she into girl time? Does she spend alot of time on hair and makeup? is she prudish about natural functions? If so it might be good to surprise her and excuse yourself. Either way I think she'd like you there for the begining.
2006-07-14 04:07:01 · answer #8 · answered by Cozzette 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dad will be there too. That's only man alone.Good baby shower's gifts are not easy to find it
2006-07-15 14:55:52 · answer #9 · answered by Idea Ribbon 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's usually just for the women, but I guess you can go if you want to.
2006-07-14 04:05:09 · answer #10 · answered by First Lady 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋