For Mom

When Mom is about to have a baby, most often people will rally around and have a baby shower. A great idea to get the new Mom started with bits and pieces for her new wee one on the way. Great social event as well. However, what about Mom? She needs some pampering as well and it’s not often you see parties just for Mom, that have gifts for her. And that’s rather interesting, as the history of showers used to be the day and the party was specifically for the woman.

The baby shower is thought to have started in the late 1800s and got called a shower because of the love and gifts showered on the Mom. It started as a tea party for women only and the gifts for Mom were very practical in nature and usually handmade.

Way back then, the shower for baby was usually just for the FIRST one. Over time the traditional has changed to include ALL new additions to the family. And why not? What a wonderful social way to share the excitement of a new arrival on its way.

Usually showers are one afternoon weekend when the most people can come, and range from elegant affairs to the very casual. It all depends on what kind of mood you want to set. In the twentieth century, it’s considered to be the thing to do for the mom to be to receive baby shower gifts from her guests and give gifts to the women who planned the party.

While it’s nice indeed to get gifts for baby – how about giving the party a bit of a different twist and make the focus Mom. Think about things she would appreciate – a full body massage, a foot massage, luxurious hand and body cream just for her. Maybe you could consider a special blend bath concoction to soothe her tired feet at the end of a long day, or a coupon promising her a month of housecleaning for free.
You could even get a gift certificate for maid service for a month or longer, just so she can have a rest from housework. Why not consider other special treatments for Mom, like a Reiki session, a day at the spa or a complete pedicure and eye lash tint and perming.

The sky is the limit when it comes to thinking of really special gifts she might really appreciate. You could of course still bring small items for the new baby as well. The main thing however is the gathering itself. It’s for support, cheering Mom on and sharing – what better way to say you’re happy for her and you’re there when she needs you.