Baby Shower

The tradition of giving gifts for a newborn baby could possibly have started in ancient times. Gifts were given after the baby was born at a christening ceremony or when the mother received visitors after the birth of the baby. The gifts were usually handmade.

Baby showers as we know them today have become a tradition of giving gifts before the baby is born. For many years it has been customary to give a gift that will be suitable for a boy or a gir. With today's technology, if parents so desire, they can find out the gender of the baby before it is born. They will also know if they are going to have twins. If they do tell the gender of the baby, the gift can be gender specific.

In years past, the baby shower was given by a female relative or friends and the attendees were all female. Today, male relatives and friends can be invited. The father-to be can also attend the baby shower.