Guide to writing baby shower invitations

Guide to writing baby shower invitations

The invitation marks the event. Make a dynamic first impression with the YeahBaby guide to writing baby shower invitations!

By the YeahBaby.com editorial staff

Guide to writing baby shower invitations

Baby shower invitations offer your entire guest list a first glimpse of the event. Make a great impression by finding creative and unique baby shower invitations for your party. A great invitation needs to answer the important questions of who, what, when, where, why and how. Remember to proofread, proofread, proofread! Little details can be easily overlooked.

Who?

  • Name of the mother-to-be
  • Hostess name and contact information

What?

  • A baby shower! This is a good time to designate if there is a theme to the shower. This could affect guests' attire or gifts. Be sure to indicate if the dress is formal!

When?

  • Date and time
  • If the shower has set hours, be sure to indicate. For example, if the shower is only from 2-4, put it down. The mother-to-be might appreciate a shorter time frame.

Where?

  • Location and address
  • If the shower is in a city, we also suggest including directions.
  • For out-of-town guests, hotel or accomodation information could be included.

Why?

  • Guests shouldn't have to wonder why they're invited to a baby shower, but just in case, information about the upcoming delivery could be included. For example, "Anne is due on November 20th. Let's celebrate!"

How?

  • This is a good space to include any additional information, perhaps if guests are expected to bring anything in addition to a gift. You should also let guests know what kind of food will be served - a meal, light snacks or desserts? You don't want guests to leave hungry!

An example:

Baby on the Way: Let's Celebrate!

A baby shower for Anne!

  • Friday, November 2. 6-8 pm.
  • 464 W. Lakeview. Parking available on the street.
Join us for our Hawaiian baby shower, complete with a Oahu-style barbecue. Come hungry, leave happy!

Hosted by Nicole - 532-1990.

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Guide to writing baby shower invitations

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