Now that I know what items are neccessary and which are items are simply novelties, there are a few items that I didn't get with my 1st born that I'd like to have this time around. Should I register again?
2006-09-15 11:55:47 · 13 answers · asked by Peanuts 3 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
in answer to some of your questions, yes, my cousin wanted to throw me a shower. i asked her that she keep it intimate however, since it is my 2nd.
2006-09-15 12:11:06 · update #1
not at all! New babies need new stuff ;)
2006-09-15 12:03:09 · answer #1 · answered by GirlUdontKnow 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There's nothing preventing you from registering for things you need and stuff you want, especially if it's been a while since your first child was a baby or the new baby is not the same gender as Baby #1. I would just let the host of the shower know where you are registered, and if someone invited to the shower asks him/her when they RSVP, they can tell them at that time. I think it's pretty tacky to advertise registries, regardless of what the occasion.
2006-09-15 19:27:13 · answer #2 · answered by AmbitiousBaker&Mom 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it's okay to register and if someone wants to give you a shower, that's fine too. what you can't do, first or subsequent pregnancies, (and a LOT of people don't know this) is include the registry on the invitation. even though everyone knows showers are to give gifts, it is positively gauche to suggest doing so in the invitation. the person throwing the shower must wait until people ask them where you are registered or what you need.
2006-09-15 19:29:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You normally have a shower only for your first baby. Most people assume that you can use the same items over again, and you don't need as much help. So I would suggest that yes, it is bad form. Surely you can more easily afford those "few items" this time?
However, if you feel comfortable shaking down your friends and relatives for gifts again, that's up to you.
2006-09-15 19:00:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Probably not. If someone asks, mention what you need. It is generally assumed that the second baby doesn't get a shower, or much in the way of gifts, unless it has been more than a few years between babies.
2006-09-15 18:59:18 · answer #5 · answered by rachely1 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't think it's appropriate to have a formal registry or baby shower for a second child. However, people will probably ask you if you need anything, and you can be honest when they do. It's also fine to have family or close friends hint to others what you'd like.
2006-09-15 19:07:41 · answer #6 · answered by kslnet 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
There is nothing wrong at all with registering. If someone asks what you need, merely point them to where the register is. If all else fails, you can say diapers or wipes. One can never have enough of those it seems.
2006-09-15 19:41:36 · answer #7 · answered by Voice 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you having another baby shower? It is proper etiquette to have only one shower which would be for the first baby. I would feel guilty if I asked for gifts again. But, it's up to you.
2006-09-15 19:04:36 · answer #8 · answered by indigonipple 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I think it is very rude to have a registry. To me, it's like saying come to my shower,but this is what I want you to choose from as a gift.I had two showers,not wanting to know of the gender I was delighted at whatever gifts my babies received.I just think it is snobbish to have a registry.By all means,have a shower for all the babies you have! Skip the(I want this).
2006-09-16 18:29:46 · answer #9 · answered by twomunchkins2 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
IS someone throwing you a shower? If so reister but if not your on your own unless someone asks if you need anything. But you probably could buy them yourself
2006-09-15 19:07:08 · answer #10 · answered by pryncess 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If your friends truly want you to register, it is not rude.
2006-09-15 19:27:03 · answer #11 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋