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Is it ok to have a second baby shower when kids are super close in age?

I had my first born July 2018 and I’m pregnant again with number 2 July of 2019. I’m debating whether or not to have another baby shower. I feel like if it’s a boy there’s no need for another one but if it’s a girl I feel like it’s a different story because it’s a whole other wardrobe. I’m not throwing the shower for the gifts but they are definitely appreciated. Another part of me really wants to throw a mermaid theme (if it’s a girl) party because I didn’t get any say in the last shower (I’m a control freak I like to do things myself)

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Su

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Yes. A baby shower is the celebration of new life. If someone doesn't like that they don't have to go.

Ka

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Its okay to have one. Do whatever you want. But I wouldn’t attend. I don’t get the point. All you need is clothing? Clothing isn’t that expensive. You’ll probably spend more throwing a mermaid themed party than to purchase clothing. And girls can wear “boy clothes.” I just don’t get it. I don’t get the point. Sure, throw one if you want to. I don’t know you so I’m not going anyway. But I would not attend a second if I knew the person either.

An

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Here that’s considered tacky. No one I know has had showers for anything other than their first. If anything you have a diaper party.

Kr

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I don't know that I'd throw a second baby shower, but gender reveals are a big thing now and then you could celebrate the new baby boy or girl? My MIL is also a wonderful woman and knew financially we were tight so threw me a "sprinkle" or essentially a diaper shower with just immediate family.All in all, go for what you are comfortable with and think is best. Just be performed some people to have a different opinion and possibly decline the invitation.

Kr

Kristin • Jan 22, 2019
prepared for, not preformed.

Se

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That’s not socially appropriate in most places. A baby shower is a shower of gifts for new parents you are having back to back babies. Diaper party would make sense, thinking it’s a good way to get new baby room decor is pretty cheap and selfish.

Ca

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I’d personally just express that I didn’t want anyone to feel obliged to bring presents and their presence was present enough.

St

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I think it's a faux pas but what I think doesn't matter! If you want it, do it! My husband and I threw our baby shower so I know the feeling of wanting to do it all. It was amazing. Actually our invitations to the shower is how we told people I was pregnant! Over 5 months pregnant!

Ge

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You can always use help and new stuff

Sh

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Baby number two deserves to be celebrated too so go for it! People just probably won’t go purchase as much as they did before.

An

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Yeah I’d say do whatever! As long as you’re comfortable with it. I mean each baby is a new child for you and a blessing. Also what is your secret? How did you get pregnant so fast lol I can barely get pregnant with my rainbow! Help!!!

An

Anna • Jan 21, 2019
Okay I’m doing it! Ttc is causing my cycle to be abnormal because of all of the stress I’m under. I did by pink stork fertility pills just to help my ovulation but I won’t be tracking anymore.

Le

Lea • Jan 21, 2019
My biggest advice honestly is to stop trying. Trick your body into thinking that it’s not a priority. I tried hard for a couple months for my first and gave up then bam pregnant. Wasn’t planning for the second and bam preggo again.
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