Baby Invitation Wording Made Simple
By Tara Lofley

It's pretty amazing just how corny baby shower stuff can get! However, a baby shower is one of the only times you can get away with being as cheezy as you want. So, let go and express yourself! It's amazingly simple to create your own verse, from the info you know about mom and baby. You can use little things, like the due date, mom's favorite things, baby's gender, or advice.

Think for a moment about what makes you smile when you think about the mom to be. Is it her giggle? When you get in a smiley mood, writing will be easier to do.

You need to tell the guests some basic things:
Date:
Time:
Place:

After the basics are covered, consider if receiving a response is important to you, and if you want guests to bring a specific gift for mom.

Here is an example of baby invitation wording:

FRONT OF CARD:

It's just next month that (mom's name)'s baby will be
ready for the delivery!
But we're not quite sure if mom's ready just yet,
so it's gifts, love and company that she will get!

INSIDE OF CARD:
Join us on (date)
To shower the baby!
Be there at (time)
at (address).
RSVP to (name of host).

Add any additional information, such as "in case of inclement weather, shower will be held..." or "bring a gift that starts with the letter "r."

When you can't think of a rhyme, don't worry. Poems don't have to rhyme. Just use what comes from your heart.

One last example:

FRONT OF CARD:
There's a little girl on the way!
INSIDE OF CARD:
It'd be fantastic
to have you join us
in the celebration!
We can't wait
for her to arrive!
(put basic info last)

You're going to be a professional before you know it!

Tara Lofley loves to share her enthusiasm for baby showers! She has two little girls of her own, and loves being a stay at home mother. She holds a B.S. degree in Family and Human Development, and operates http://www.baby-shower-guide.com. Come visit her website to print free printable invitations or browse through the creative baby shower cake gallery.

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