In today’s busy world where the computer does most of the value instilling people have forgotten some of the basic etiquette that surrounds the birth of a child. How many times in the past few months have I been shocked not to hear a whisper of a thank you from gift and card recipients? You don’t get anything for nothing these days and its important to show gratitude and appreciation no matter if you are nine months pregnant ..read more
Filed under: new parent life, thank you cards on September 5th, 2011 | No Comments »
Jobs and schools can scatter families across the nation, even the world. Trying to have a traditional baby shower when everyone is so far away is very difficult. I mean, you want to share the experience with everyone but getting people to pay for time off work, a plane ticket and a shower gift is a little much. Having a baby shower by mail is a great way to save money and still allow folks to express their ..read more
Filed under: baby shower, new parent life on August 27th, 2011 | No Comments »
So I went to a baby shower the other day and all I can say is what a disappointment. There appeared to be a half hearted effort to decorate, create favors and plan games. None of the guests seemed very comfortable, there were long silent pauses and to top it all off they handed out envelopes so you could address your own thank you card. Yuck! If you plan on having a baby shower for yourself, a ..read more
Filed under: baby shower, new parent life on August 25th, 2011 | No Comments »
Well my friend’s baby girl is quickly heading into a week overdue. For the mom to be its a frustrating few days that only adds to the anxiety and the swelling ankles. But for me its time to get my act together. I have been buying for baby Cam for months but also just moved house. I have to find all the gifts I have in yet unpacked boxes. But as I have more time I want to ..read more
Filed under: baby shower, birth announcements, new parent life, thank you cards on August 17th, 2011 | No Comments »
I received a baby shower invitation in the mail the other day that included the sentence “All your children are welcome to attend.” How wonderful is that? Most of the time overworked moms enjoy a kid free party to celebrate a friend’s unborn miracle but taking the children along seems like a wonderful idea. Not to mention a great way to let the new mom know what’s she’s in for. Now we all know baby showers are ..read more
Filed under: baby shower, new parent life on August 4th, 2011 | No Comments »
New babies cost a lot of money believe me. There are so many little expenses you don’t think about that add up quickly. Birth announcements are great but they have to be affordable and in line with your new baby based budget. There are a few things to keep in mind when deciding on your birth announcement printing costs.
Of course fold over cards cost more than postcard style birth announcements. This is a given. ..read more
Filed under: birth announcements, new parent life on July 28th, 2011 | No Comments »
I asked a friend for a few pictures of her baby filled belly. She is in her final trimester and informed me that they: “hadn’t got to that yet.” I was shocked. How could the most logical organized person I have ever met not be prepared to document this life changing period? Is it the ‘too cool for school’ mentality? The urge not to do what everyone else does? I get the whole anti-sheep syndrome but it really ..read more
Filed under: baby shower, birth announcements, invitations, new parent life on June 29th, 2011 | No Comments »
Well today is the day we celebrate dad and all he does. My husband just opened his beautiful framed photo of baby Nik. Nik had decorated the frame himself and even scribbled on a card. Its been a good day so far as my husband enjoys his twofer day (father’s day and birthday) and the digital photo album went down a treat. Fathers play such a big role in their child’s life and its great they have a ..read more
Filed under: baby shower, birth announcements, new parent life on June 19th, 2011 | No Comments »
Personally I think when you receive a birth announcement in the mail it means organize a time to stop by and meet the new baby. A gift is always appropriate. New babies needs lot of things and you can be sure sleepy parents will turn nothing down. But today I had a great idea for a new parent gift I wanted to share with you. Consider this my copyright: Pregnancy calenders.
Okay so you know ..read more
Filed under: baby shower, birth announcements, new parent life on June 14th, 2011 | No Comments »
Well I bought a few yards of fabric to make a baby quilt for my friend who is due in August. I then went online and bought a handmade already complete baby quilt just in case I don’t manage to get my sewing act together in time. I love baby quilts and I love buying gifts for new parents. A quilt is an heirloom piece that you can customize as much as you want. Combining birth printing and ..read more
Filed under: birth announcements, new parent life on June 5th, 2011 | No Comments »
