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Amanda's blog was the first family blog I started to read as a new mom 4 years ago. It still inspires me every day.

My baby would thank you!

As one who has hosted many a baby shower, I find that in a group that is not well acquainted, leaving the seating more casual can make a huge difference--having friends sitting around a room rather than in assigned seats at a banquet table makes for much less forced confrontation and more natural interaction.

I really am not one for games, but I always ask each person to write a little note of advice to share after everyone has had a chance to get their food. The shower you went to sounds much too fussy. This kind of setting may be beautiful, but you can have a beautiful shower in a more warm, more naturally welcoming setting.