A Simple Baby Shower Alternative

Baby showers.

Sometimes, you just want something simple. And grown-up.

I dislike decorating. I dislike games. I dislike crafts. I am not good at it and end up with the cheap Dollar Tree decor. Bleh. Games...those are for kids. Not a 36 yr. old woman.

Here is a simple idea for a simple baby shower...

Invite the ladies to a restaurant. We like to choose Olive Garden...what lady doesn't love Olive Garden?

Everyone pays for their meal. The hostess pays for the guest of honor's meal. The hostess provides a cake.

Gifts are brought as normal. I have always enjoyed the tradition of purchasing a children's book instead of a baby shower card for the mom.

You can have games if you like. Totally not necessary but I can't be a total bah humbug! :) If you decide on games or door prizes...go with gift cards. Your guests will adore you.

This is a simple and enjoyable time to spoil the mom - grown-up fashion. :) No pink and blue decorations, no baby jar food tasting, no awkwardness.

Just good food and good talk. And the waitress does the cleaning up and dishes. ;) Amen sisters.

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