Ratchet up the “wonderful” factor of the next baby shower you plan by including a “blessing” ceremony. The most recent soon-to-be mom we blessed was my sister-in-law Elizabeth, who is due at the end of August. She wasn’t sure what to expect when I proposed that we include the baby blessing, but she said “yes” anyway. I think the toughest part about doing a baby blessing is explaining it to guests who have no idea what to expect either. I try to send out a link to videos of past ones that I’ve been a part of (including my own), but even then it’s a bit confusing.
The important thing to know is that this is a way to honor the mom-to-be. It’s a way to empower her. It’s a way to let her know how much everyone cares about her, and how glad they are to welcome this new baby — and not just that, but how they intend to support the new family. It’s not a place to share advice. Instead, some folks find a meaningful poem, quote or Bible verse. Others write something up themselves.
Each writes what they have to share down and brings it to the shower; this way, it can be added to a scrapbook. We also have folks bring a bead so that we can make a bracelet for the new mom to wear during labor.
Most moms cry. Alot of the friends and family members cry too when it’s their turn to talk.
A baby blessing makes a shower more than an event about gifts. It adds meaning. I’ll never host another baby shower without having such a special ceremony be part of it.
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