My husband and I were thinking we would really like to do this for our little girl, but neither of us have ever been to one, so we are kind of at a loss of where to start with the planning.
Anybody host or attend one recently that can give us pointers? I know it's a newer concept, and it seems like the "rules" or suggestions vary widely. What usually goes on?
Re: Jewish Baby Naming Ceremony/Party
We recently attended a baby naming ceremony/party back in September. The event was held in the parent's club house in their condominium complex. The Rabbi came and said a blessing over the baby and announced her hebrew name. After that there was a lunch buffet. It was very simple but a lovely celebration.
Honestly it can be as big or as little as you deem appropriate. If we have a girl we will be having her named on the bimah in front of a Torah. Afterwards, or sometimes soon after, we will likely have people at our home for a luncheon. If we have a boy we will have a bris with a luncheon.
Bagels, egg salad, lox, smokeys, sloppies, balloons... Done. And obviously rugelach.
Married: October 23, 2010
DS: 8/7/2013
#2 EDD: 6/29/2016, C Section: 6/22/2016
I agree with previous posts that there's different options. I found this website helpful from kveller.com:
https://tinyurl.com/7fs5y8a
(I hope the link works!)