@dragonfly321 you're missing out if you don't have a time registry! It's like a gofundme, but to fund your maternity leave! You set a goal of how many days you want people to pay you for and they can donate to your leave at $20 an hour or you can get one whole week for $800!
Earlier this month, I actually got a Facebook invite to a baby shower from a girl I have met twice and haven't spoken to in over a year. (Baby's dad is my best friend's younger brother, who I barely know and haven't seen in at least as long.) It was at a restaurant/ bar. Cash bar. If you brought diapers, you got entered into a raffle. I am not kidding. I don't know if she just invited me because she saw on FB that I'm pregnant too? My friend was mortified and told me I did not have to go. I didn't.
Earlier this month, I actually got a Facebook invite to a baby shower from a girl I have met twice and haven't spoken to in over a year. (Baby's dad is my best friend's younger brother, who I barely know and haven't seen in at least as long.) It was at a restaurant/ bar. Cash bar. If you brought diapers, you got entered into a raffle. I am not kidding. I don't know if she just invited me because she saw on FB that I'm pregnant too? My friend was mortified and told me I did not have to go. I didn't.
I got a facebook invite to a baby shower for my half-brother's girlfriend. I've never met her and I've only seen him once in the last 30+ years. I didn't go and I don't feel bad about it.
I would maybe specify that you would also accept cash in lieu of a gift card. The gofundme is a good idea, everyone should help start a college fund. The time registry sounds great because it keeps you from having to save money for your maternity leave. If you have other kids you should think about a registry for them so they aren't left out as well as adding any items your household may need to support your growing family. Another idea, do you have a big enough car/suv? Perhaps a gofundme for the new vehicle would help.
A coworker told me today that she went to a shower where the guests were asked to address their own envelopes for their thank-you cards. I say take it one step further and have everyone address the envelope but ALSO write out the card indicating what they bought for you and just leave space for you to sign. That way you can spend more time on your fundraising efforts and shopping with all of the money you're receiving. Who has time to thank people for their gifts?
@achae no joke, I went to my SIL's "diaper party" and we played terrible games and whoever won got to pick out a prize to give to MTB. It was terrible. There were like 15 things to choose from and we played 3 games. I guess the hostess was just going to give them to her at the end. Idk weird.
@achae no joke, I went to my SIL's "diaper party" and we played terrible games and whoever won got to pick out a prize to give to MTB. It was terrible. There were like 15 things to choose from and we played 3 games. I guess the hostess was just going to give them to her at the end. Idk weird.
Instead of a dish to pass can they all each just bring a pizza? The meat/main course is usually the most expensive part... Do you really want to have to supply that?
it says optional... just don't participate if you don't like them
It says optional, but I think most women would take them anyways because it's obviously expected. I'd take diapers and deduct the cost of them from the actual gift.
@paytonpedro at least you got a paper invite!! Got a FB invite for a second shower over here (but I didn't side eye it so hard since she's having a boy this time..we'll see after I see the registry through...)
@paytonpedro at least you got a paper invite!! Got a FB invite for a second shower over here (but I didn't side eye it so hard since she's having a boy this time..we'll see after I see the registry through...)
My shower co-hosts asked me if I wanted to do paper or e-vites. This is one of the most proper women I know that asked me. I looked at her like she grew a second head, but then again, I'm having a shower for my 2nd child so maybe it's even.
@Jellybean119 my thoughts exactly. The last 3 showers I've been invited to have included a little card for a diaper raffle, I couldn't believe this one asked for specific sizes. Is it just me who has the mentality with an optional item "you're gonna get what you get and like it!" ????
We had a diaper party for a friend last year and got a keg, most people forgot to bring the diapers but everyone got really drunk and had a great time. So we called it a success!
We did a facebook invite but my friend who is hosting is very laid back and that's just sort of how our social circle works. Every invite is on facebook. It may not be the most 'proper' thing, but it's how we work.
We did a facebook invite but my friend who is hosting is very laid back and that's just sort of how our social circle works. Every invite is on facebook. It may not be the most 'proper' thing, but it's how we work.
We did a facebook invite but my friend who is hosting is very laid back and that's just sort of how our social circle works. Every invite is on facebook. It may not be the most 'proper' thing, but it's how we work.
I just miss snail mail. ::sigh::
I'm with you, and sent out paper invites for my SIL's shower a couple years ago. I literally got 3 RSVPs. I had to call, text, facebook, ect people to find out if they were planning to be there. It sucked!
We did a facebook invite but my friend who is hosting is very laid back and that's just sort of how our social circle works. Every invite is on facebook. It may not be the most 'proper' thing, but it's how we work.
I just miss snail mail. ::sigh::
I'm with you, and sent out paper invites for my SIL's shower a couple years ago. I literally got 3 RSVPs. I had to call, text, facebook, ect people to find out if they were planning to be there. It sucked!
I did email for a bachelorette party I'm hosting tonight because everyone invited were techies. Did they respond? No! Freaking had to facebook all their asses this week to find out who was coming. Gah! Okay, I'll stop hijacking this thread with my annoyance.
We had a diaper party for a friend last year and got a keg, most people forgot to bring the diapers but everyone got really drunk and had a great time. So we called it a success!
I think I would be sad to miss out on the drinking fun. Lol
We did a facebook invite but my friend who is hosting is very laid back and that's just sort of how our social circle works. Every invite is on facebook. It may not be the most 'proper' thing, but it's how we work.
I just miss snail mail. ::sigh::
I'm with you, and sent out paper invites for my SIL's shower a couple years ago. I literally got 3 RSVPs. I had to call, text, facebook, ect people to find out if they were planning to be there. It sucked!
In all honesty, the only things I ever RSVP to are snail mail invites. It's the only way I remember because it's pyshcially in front of my face. Plus someone clearly put time into it!
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Baby F.......02/02/2016
it says optional... just don't participate if you don't like them*Kate*
February 2016
The tacky part is assigning sizes. Just be grateful for what people bring and do your own legwork if you need to return/exchange some.
Baby F.......02/02/2016
Baby F.......02/02/2016
I did email for a bachelorette party I'm hosting tonight because everyone invited were techies. Did they respond? No! Freaking had to facebook all their asses this week to find out who was coming. Gah! Okay, I'll stop hijacking this thread with my annoyance.
Baby F.......02/02/2016
In all honesty, the only things I ever RSVP to are snail mail invites. It's the only way I remember because it's pyshcially in front of my face. Plus someone clearly put time into it!
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