Is it Ok to have another baby shower?

Question

Ok, I was wondering if it is ok to have another baby? I have a 7 month old daughter and a couple of my girlfriends threw me a shower for her. Well, now I am pregnant again and they have asked me about having another one. Honestly, I don't think that it is right to have a shower for your 2nd one especially so close to each other. I don't really need anything, other than diapers!!!! What should I do? Is it technically right or ok to have another shower so close to each other and on your 2nd child? I just think its kind of tacky!!!

Answer 1

I thought the generally accepted ettiquette was to have a shower for your first baby only -- not 2nd, 3rd, etc.  If your close friends want to throw you another one, maybe suggest that you just keep it small -- just those few friends and you -- rather than inviting everyone all over again, as others may feel pressured to attend or buy gifts.

Answer 2

The rule of thunb would be no. You have one with your first child, or if it's been a really long time since your last child and all your stuff is gone.

Answer 3

I agree with you it's tacky!  You also make a great point you don't really need any thing, and it's so close together.  If it's been like 10 plus yrs then of course you need things, I would just tell them thanks but I'll pass.  If they want to get you something they can bring to you in the hospital or after you get home.  Congrats

The Pamper, Diaper shower is a great idea, with a BBQ:)  That way maybe you'll get the wipes and diapers you need:)

Answer 4

Just have them throw you a diaper party??

Answer 5

If you feel it's tacky and not right then do not have one. Simple as that. I read that your baby is due around Christmas so I'm sure he/she will get PLENTY of presents!

Have a "Welcome to the World" celebration after the baby is born so people can come see him/her and bring presents if they choose to, not because they think they have to.

Answer 6

have a "mommies" day for yourself.....like have brunch or something with people...if they wanna bring presents they will. but stress that it is not a baby shower....

Answer 7

I think it is ok if they want to do one for you.  It is nice for the new baby to have a few nice new things too :)  They could do a diaper and wipes shower or another special themed shower for you.  It would also be nice if you are having a boy.

Answer 8

A money tree would help.

Answer 9

I see nothing wrong with it.. you are celebrating the life of the child, not the state of the mother, and each child deserves to be celebrated. That being said, instead of a baby shower for my second I plan to have a Big Brother party after the baby is born, where my son gets to show off his new sibling. That is a way to celebrate the new life and make sure the older child does not feel neglected. In the end, though, it is your choice.. whatever you are comfortable with. Congrats on the baby, take care.

Answer 10

It is never improper to have a baby shower. A shower is so much more than gifts. It is an opportunity to gather family and friends together to celebrate the beginning of a new life. The birth of a baby is a joyous occasion, and it is always acceptable to celebrate it. If you are concerned about  it being improper to have a baby shower for a second (or more) child, there are ways to take the focus off the gifts, and put it on the child. If you just need diapers for the new baby just have a Diaper Shower, on invitations specify just bring diapers.  Congratulations of your new baby!

Answer 11

If someone is offering to throw one for you, I don't see the harm.  It's not like you're throwing it for yourself or anything, that would be rude and tacky.  But, if you really don't need anything and feel the whole thing is a waste, just tell your friends thanks but no thanks.

Answer 12

Sure its ok. I know alot of people will dis you but its fine. Who planned the last one? depending on who did it weither it was your mom or a friend. If it was your mom, maybe the mother n  law can help this time. And if it was a friend maybe  mom can. and maybe a friend can do it.....

your busy with a 7 month old and with being pregnant, you will be just plain worn out. dont expect people to come just hope they do. and if they dont, dont hold a grudge.

chances are they will come anyways.

good luck with ur 7months old and ur baby on the way!

i had my 1st baby shower with my first baby and had another with my 3rd.

i think every baby deserves some kinda welcoming party, dont you?

Answer 13

What about having a diaper shower?  It's like a baby shower except the only thing the guests bring is a pack of diapers.  Whoever throws it for you sends out the invitations and they put a diaper size on each invitation.  That is the size that guest is supposed to bring.  That way all your friends can still get together and celebrate the new baby and help you out with diapers.

Answer 14

u should just throw a pamper party!

send out invites

have it say "Pamper party and BBQ!"

Prizes for bringing diapers and gift cards