what is the real meaning of a "baby shower"?

Question

Just wanted to use it as a game and wanted to know the real meaning

Answer 1

A baby shower is a party in which expectant parents receive gifts or money for their expected child. By convention, a baby shower is intended to help parents get things that they need for their baby (such as basic layette items), especially items they may not be able to afford. It is a fairly recent tradition in the United States and in other cultures influenced by American culture or media.

Traditionally, a baby shower is held only for the mother-to-be, and only women attend. However, many people choose to have baby showers for both parents, and some people have a men-only shower. It is not uncommon for a parent to have more than one baby shower, such as one with friends and another with co-workers. A baby shower is generally arranged by a close friend or relative of the parents-to-be. Traditionally, it was considered improper for a family member to host because the event centers on gift-giving.

Baby showers have become more common in the past few decades, as families have become smaller and each child gets more individual attention. Though they are traditionally only held for the first child, they can also be arranged for subsequent children and for children who have been adopted. It is common for the host to provide baby-themed games during the shower. In some regions, shower favors (small gifts for the guests) are common.

Not all Americans hold baby showers. For example, in Jewish tradition, nothing may be bought for the baby before it is born. But many American Jews today do not subscribe to that tradition. Many Italian-Americans also do not hold baby showers.

Answer 2

Baby showers have always served several purposes. They allow friends and family to share the joy and excitement of welcoming a new life into the world, and they provide emotional support to new parents. It is not uncommon for an expectant mother or father to be nervous about their new role as a parent. A friendly word of advice from a friend or family member can be extremely helpful, and the presence of everyone who attends the shower is a supportive gesture that many appreciate.

The expense of a baby can put quite a strain on a couple's budget, especially if the mother will no longer be working. Baby showers offer a chance for friends and family to help expectant parents with the costs of preparing for and caring for a newborn. New parents always need both fun and practical things, and hand-made gifts or toys create memories that last a lifetime.

Traditionally, baby showers were celebrated by a new mother and only her closest friends after the baby had been born. At the time, it was considered presumptuous to hold a baby shower before the child was born (which is still the case in some cultures.) It was assumed to be bad luck to celebrate a life before it had come into the world. And the term Baby-Shower means, literally, To Shower the Baby with Gifts.

Answer 3

Because you're 'showering' the shower recipient with gifts. The 'baby' part of it just says what kind of shower it is, as opposed to a wedding shower.

Answer 4

You are showering the baby with gifts.

Answer 5

a baby shower is where you get loads of your friends round and have a big party with loads of food and lots of free preasents all talking about baby stuff names,girl or boy,wat weight u think it will be etc. they are really fun and get u ready for when the baby comes

Answer 6

When your loved ones come and celebrate the birth of your new baby, by bringing gifts, playing games, eating, and relaxing with the people that you love.

Answer 7

That you get showered with gifts for your baby...

Answer 8

Why isn't it called baby bath instead of baby shower? Babies don't take showers.

Answer 9

I think to shower the mom with gifts and attention...

Answer 10

giving the mother of the unborn baby gifts and baby supplies