How to Word Welcome Baby Shower Invitations
Planning a shower can be an excellent way of honoring an expectant mother. In addition to serving as a celebration of new life, baby showers serve a practical role in preparing to welcome a baby. The hostess of the baby shower should write comprehensive shower invitations that inform guests of the basic details of the event. Invitations are also responsible for politely guiding guests towards purchasing the most relevant and useful gifts to welcome the new baby. Does this Spark an idea?
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Include basic information about the event. This information will serve to guide guests to the event on time. Include an address of the shower location and the time of the event. If the event is formal or includes a number of planned activities, indicate the projected end time of the shower as well.
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Introduce the guest of honor. This designation often takes place at the beginning of the shower invitation. Many expectant mothers know the gender of their unborn child at the time the shower invitations are written. Depending on the comfort level of the family, include the gender and the child's name to aid the guests in purchasing gifts.
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Incorporate gift registry information or any other information that will guide guests in purchasing gifts. This information should be concisely phrased. Some showers may include a theme for gifts. Indicate this theme without directly asking for the guests to contribute a present to welcome the baby.
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Provide contact information of the host or hostess for the guests to respond or provide regrets. If the shower requires guests to contribute a food item, baby picture or craft supplies, this information should be clearly included. Include menu options when possible to allow guests to specify any special dietary concerns.
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