The age-old desire to celebrate the birth of a child is alive and well this year. Here are some of the trends and a few old favorites to get your creative juices flowing as you plan the next happy welcoming party.
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When our first baby was born after years of trying, our family, friends, neighbors, and co-workers shared our joy. They hosted baby showers for us, sent us flowers, and gave our daughter countless sentimental gifts after her arrival. Two years later, we were blessed with our second child - another daughter - yet her arrival did not receive the same fanfare as our first child.
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Baby registries are wonderful tools for helping new parents stock their nursery with the infant essentials every growing family needs. But while registries include important items like car seats and travel systems, they tend to overlook gifts that can help a new mom relax, celebrate, and adjust to her new role in life. The next time you are shopping for a new or expectant mom, consider going off the registry and purchasing one of these thoughtful gifts instead.
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Coming up with party theme ideas for older kids can be difficult. Gone are the days of classic party games and cartoon character favor bags. This Tiki Party could be adapted for kids of any age - from elementary to a high school graduation party!
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