Can I bring my 3 year old son to a friend's baby shower?

Question

My best guy friend is having a baby. So he told his girlfriend to invite me, we are not the closest of friends but we don't not like each other, we get along fine. THere was no name written on the invitation and I was unsure if I should bring my 3 year old son along to the baby shower. What do you think? I don't want to call her and ask in case she really doesn't want kids to go. Thanks any advice would help...

Answer 1

just ask if you should get a sitter of if other children will be there. you dont want her to feel upset at her own shower :)

Answer 2

If there is no mention of children on the invitation, I would assume that unless you call the hostess and ask her if it's OK, you need to find a sitter.  Most 3 year old children, especially boys, are very active and I doubt that most of the guests (who probably DID NOT bring their children) would appreciate seeing the party disrupted by a lone child.  Do yourself a favor - Either check with your hostess or get a sitter for your son.  Enjoy yourself - and everyone will appreciate it!  

Answer 3

I would say that it would be fine to bring your son as long as he is well behaved.  She will have to get used of children anyways.  I have been to quite a few baby showers and think there were children at all of them.  It's not like it is a wedding shower.  Think of these things: Is it inside or out and if inside what type of facility is it in?  Whatever the setting will your son be able to be quiet if need be, sit still, behave?  Will he get bored? Try to bring him a couple small things that will keep him busy.  If it is outside then that is a better atmosphere for children and I would say sure take him.  

Answer 4

I know you don't want to call her, but if you think that she doesn't want kids to go, then don't bring him. If you want to stay friends with the guy, you need to stay on her side. She will now ALWAYS be a part of his life, whether you are or not.

Unless the children are invited, I would error on the side of caution and don't bring him. If you know of other friends/ family that will be bringing their kids, then you are safe to bring him

Answer 5

I don't think you should bring your son, especially since he's three years old.  Usually these events are more for the adults, and bringing a little kid may be annoying.

Also, if your kid is really cute, it may distract attention from the real star of the event.

You could call if you want, but just be prepared for a yes/no answer. If it's a no, well...ok.  Then you know for sure. Don't be shy.

Have fun!!

Answer 6

i wouldnt if you dont know her that well and it is ment to be an all girl thing!

Answer 7

NO BAD MOVE DONT BRING HIM....

Answer 8

Shut baby showers are all about baby i think you should go head and bring the baby. but if he is tired or fussy just leave him at home she wont mined as long as he quite when its time to be and you have good control of him i don't see the problem,

Answer 9

I wouldn't bring him. Especially since your not close and the child is a boy I think it would be inappropriate.

Answer 10

Just ask her and if she doesn't give you an honest answer, than just bring him. If she didn't want kids to go, she would have told you. I'm sure your son won't be a big deal! Good luck and don't worry!