Re: **QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?

Posted by Mikismom

Posted by Mimi25

Posted by MarisaK

Honestly ........yes.
No one would show up empty handed and if you've already had a baby shower I think it's very tacky -

I appreciate the input, I do, but I don't see how it would or could be considered tacky if I am doing everything, and not registering. I guess I could add NO gifts are needed?

Now if people choose to bring gifts - then that would be because they wanted to, not because I am expecting int. Obvioulsy we have all that we need, I just don't see what is wrong w/wanting to celebrate this baby.

there is nothing wrong with it and honestly, I think it is rude to tell someone that their idea is Tacky.....

Re: **QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?

I agree with a few others-- that if the invite is worded appropriately, it's fine.

Maybe calling it something like a Last Ladies Lunch or something-- ya know, the calm before the storm.

Re: **QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?

Posted by secretbabymaker

I dont think its tacky if it is worded correctly maybe just say that you want to have a little get together to celelbrate your new baby that is coming...and put on the invite no gifts necessary just your Presence is present enough

Re: **QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?

I don't think it's a big deal to throw it yourself but this is coming from a person who has never even attended a normal baby shower.

I know people have jack and jill baby showers too and I'm pretty sure those are organized by the mother.

Re: **QUESTION ANSWERED*** Do you think it would be tacky of me to throw a Sprinkle for myself?

There are a lot of women who do not have other women in their lives that will just "throw" them a shower or a sprinkle or whatever. I am one of those women.

My Mom is disabled and financially unable to swing a party. My MIL is deceased. My SIL on DH's side is crazy and my sisters are always at each others throats. I planned my wedding all alone--my bridal party couldn't even get together to pick out a matching dress. I had a bridal shower with 15 people including me! I later found out that one of my sisters made it so miserable for the others that they almost had to cancel it.

I really wanted a baby shower, but knew I had no one in my life that could handle that financial burden and I also knew that my sisters would end up fighting about it, so I basically planned it myself, DH paid for it and my older sister got the invites, flowers and favors. It made me a little sad that I had no one step up to the plate for me and even sadder when one sister and my Mom didn't even attend, but it turned out to be a really special day. I got to celebrate my pregnancy and entrance into motherhood with a bunch of old friends, co-workers and some family. Had I not planned my shower, I wouldn't have had one and the thought of that makes me really sad.

So while i am not a huge fan of 2nd showers or "sprinkles," I don't find it tacky to plan a party for yourself because i don't know your circumstances and I can completely understand that some people do not have a throng of family who are willing and able to do it for you. If you want to host a lunch for your friends and family, it's none of my business! i hope you have a great time.