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Why do some people care so much about not having children at showers?

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Re: Why do some people care so much about not having children at showers?

Posted by Karen

Posted by leighla

The thing is some parents and their kids know how to behave at adult functions and some don't.

I think we've all been to a grown-up function and seen the parent who looks at is as "I have 50 other built in baby sitters, I'm going to have a drink and someone else will handle my kids."

Unfortunately you can't invite some kids without inviting the others, so for me, there were no kids at my bridal shower or reception. Even my nephews.

I wanted to be able to focus on the day and my guests (and myself) without worrying if little Timmy was spilling wine or having to give little Jenny a present to open because she was bored.



I totally agree with this!

My mom invited all of the little girls to my baby shower. They were all awesome, until it was time to open the gifts. They all wanted to help, mayhem ensued and it was very stressful.

And I don't think the average shower guest really enjoys watching children open gifts. It just makes a long process even longer Chat Icon .



100% AGREE!!!

Posted 1/26/08 2:55 PM
 
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Re: Why do some people care so much about not having children at showers?

Posted by Marcie

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For me it depends on the age of the kids & how many. I've had babies & a child or two at my showers and it wasn't a problem at all.

However, if I was throwing a shower, I wouldn't want it to be like a gymboree class. I also think 4 hours is a long time to expect a child to behave & not cause disruptions, which is why I leave my kids home. I think the focus should be on the guest of honor.



I totally agree with this.

I mean if you think about it - if everyone (or most people) brought there children to the shower the children and outweigh the # of adults.



Exactly...no children were at my baby shower and it was fine by me. If everyone bought their children than we would have had 23 children...and it most definitely would have been more of a gymboree then a shower.

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Posted 1/26/08 4:51 PM
 

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Re: Why do some people care so much about not having children at showers?

today my mil asked me if i was bringing DD to her nephew's fw's bridal shower.

i told her no for all the reasons listed. she'll only be 5 months old and i feel like for a bridal shower, the attention should be on the bride, not a new baby.

plus its in a restaurant and there will be plenty of people that she has never met and plenty of germs.

plus, i won't get a chance to eat or enjoy myself.

Posted 1/26/08 5:07 PM
 

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Re: Why do some people care so much about not having children at showers?

It wouldnt bother me.

But I also wouldnt even think about bringing DS to a shower that was at a place. At someone's house.... maybe

Posted 1/26/08 5:12 PM
 
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