Bedridden Mother baby shower party
BEDRIDDENUnfortunately, pregnancy is not a breeze for every mother. Somewomen have complications that can keep her bedridden at home oreven at the hospital. For the expectant mother, waiting for thebirth of a child from bed is lousy. A baby...
... shower can becustomized around her situation to brighten her day, giving herhope while lifting her spirits.Instead of waiting on the birth of the baby, go ahead and planthe shower with close family members and friends, bringing theshower to her. Remember, after the baby is born, a full-scaleshower can always follow. However, for this type of shower,guests should create a miniature gift box or basket. Great ideasof what might be offered include:•Craft projects that can be worked on in bed are good choices.This might include cross-stitch, needlepoint, simple paintings,and even handmade ornaments. •Books are also excellent ideas butit is important to choose books that she likes. Ask her or herfamily what types of books she enjoys reading.•Puzzles are also a great way for the expectant mother to passthe time. This might include crossword puzzles, other puzzlebooks, or a flat tray with a small piece puzzle, perhaps of ababy.•Video tapes or DVDs are nice in that she can watch her favoritetelevision shows or movies while still getting the rest needed.•A day spa certificate to include massage, facial, pedicure, andmanicure for after her baby is born would provide her withsomething to look forward to but you might also go in with otherpeople in having a reflexologist or masseuse come to her.•Care package for after the birth, again to help her think aboutthe future. This could include a trip to the beauty parlor,dinner out with her husband or friend, housecleaning service fortwo to four weeks, three to six-month supply of diapers, and soon.•Body lotion, perfume, balloons, flowers, and other similarthings are always nice to help brighten the room and put her ina better mood while waiting for her new bundle of joy to arrive.
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