Showing posts with label Free Baby Shower Invitations. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Free Baby Shower Invitations. Show all posts
Sunday, 22 September 2013
Sunday, 18 August 2013
5 Tips for Sending Baby Shower Invitations
A baby shower is a fun and meaningful way to celebrate a new addition to the family. Sending out baby shower invitations is often one of the first steps you take when planning a shower. Here are some helpful tips for sending invitations for an upcoming baby shower:
- Guest List: Organize your guest list with the parents-to-be in order to make sure that you don’t forget to send baby shower invitations to anyone important. Usually, they will want friends and family to attend and sometimes some co-workers as well. Gather the guests’ addresses or email addresses depending on how you plan to send out the baby shower invites.
- Ladies Only or Mixed: Decide ahead of time if you want just women to attend the event or if you want to host a “Jack and Jill” baby shower. If you decide to invite both men and women, make sure the baby shower invitation wording makes it clear that everyone is invited.
- Timing: A baby shower is typically held 6-8 weeks before the baby’s due date. Choose the date of the event with the mommy-to-be to make sure the date of the shower works for her and does not conflict with any of her doctor appointments. Also, be sure to send out the baby shower invites far enough in advance (4-6 weeks out) so that everyone can plan to attend.
- Invitation Design: If you have a theme for the shower, like rubber duckies or monkeys, you can often find cute invitations that match the theme. You don't always need a theme for a baby shower, so if you don't have one, there are plenty of adorable baby shower invitations from which to choose. Storks, peas-in-a-pod, rattles, strollers, and moms-to-be are popular shower invitation designs.
- Wording: Select appropriate baby shower wording for the invitations. Inspirational quotes, rhyming words, and cute phrases are all perfect for baby shower invitations. You should also explicitly state on the invitations important things like if the shower is a surprise, if guests should bring gifts, directions to the party, etc.
Monday, 15 July 2013
Throwing a baby shower
Can anyone throw a baby shower?
Usually someone who's not a relative throws the shower to avoid giving the impression that the family is asking for presents. Practically speaking, this means anyone except the mum-to-be and dad-to-be. However, often it's less clear-cut than that.
The best advice is to go with what feels right. You or any relative, close friend or work colleague should feel perfectly happy about planning your baby shower.
When should the baby shower happen?
Any time after conception is fine, but most mums-to-be appreciate a shower later in pregnancy. By then, she can sure that all is going well. And a party can be a welcome diversion as the months tick by. Besides, it makes it seem more real if the mum-to-be is touting a big belly.
Before setting a date for the party, talk to guests you really want to be there. They may be able to warn you about any prior commitments.
You may also have to take into account the prior commitments of grandparents, if you want them to come too. Nothing is worse than planning a party and sending out invitations, only to find that the most important people can't make it.
If you decide to have your shower after your baby is born, that's fine, too. Then guests can bring gifts specific to your baby's sex. And with a newborn baby to fuss over, there will be lots to talk about!
Where should we hold the baby shower?
You need to consider the location before deciding on how many people to invite. Ideally, the party shouldn't be held at the mum-to-be's house. It's not fair for her to have to worry about cleaning up before everyone arrives and after they've gone. If the mum-to-be does want to be at home, you could ask a few of the invitees if they'll stay behind to help clear up.
Or ask around to see if anyone else is prepared to host the event at their home. If not, think of booking a room at a community hall or local club.
What kind of invitations are right for a baby shower?
You can send traditional invitations by post, or email invitations.
Make the theme of the shower clear on the invitation, as well as including the basic who, what, where, when, and RSVP instructions.
You may have registered with a baby shop or department store and have a nursery list guests can view. If so, mention that, too. Or you can offer the information when guests reply.
Plan to send invitations out early enough to give the guests at least a few weeks' notice. This should give them enough time to work the shower into their calendar and shop for the perfect present.
What should we do at the baby shower?
Before finalising your activities, consider the following:
- You may want to choose a theme to tie everything together. Although it's not necessary, it can help you make decisions about the various elements of the party and it's often fun for guests.
- You'll probably want to serve some kind of food and drink, depending on the time of day, your budget, and how formal or casual you want the shower to be.
- Baby showers usually aren't complete without some fun or silly games. But don't worry if your guests aren't the competitive types, there are plenty of other kinds of activities to keep them entertained.
- It's common to give a goody bag to everyone who attends a baby shower, or you can just offer individual prizes to guests who win games.
How big should the budget be?
If you don't want to pay for the whole thing yourself, the best way to cover the cost is to ask each guest to chip in. When working out how much it might add up to, factor in the following:
- The main gift, if you all want to contribute to a bigger, combined present.
- Food, drinks, paper plates, cups, plastic knives and forks.
- Going-home goody bags.
- Prizes for games.
- Venue hire.
- Decorations.
- Cake.
Who should be on the invitation list for the baby shower?
If you're hosting the shower, you probably have a good idea of who you want to invite. However, if someone else is organising your shower for you, make sure they consult you before finalising the guest list. That way you'll avoid leaving out someone important or inviting someone you would rather not include.
Can I throw a shower for the mum-to-be and dad-to-be?
Although many baby showers are still for women only, baby showers for both women and men are becoming more popular. It really depends on the type of party you're planning.
If the shower is for a second or subsequent baby, the guest list is often made up of close friends and family and anyone else the mum-to-be or dad-to-be wants to include.
A word of caution: think long and hard before deciding to throw a surprise party. If the parents-to-be don't like surprises, they may feel awkward and the party may not be as memorable as you'd hoped.
Unless you're sure they'd appreciate your clandestine efforts, it's safer to let them in on the arrangements. That way you can be confident that the stars of the baby shower will be pleased with the outcome.
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Sunday, 7 July 2013
Interview with Melissa Minahan - CEO of Pure Hoopla
Pure Hoopla is a Brand that is owned by Melissa Minahan, CEO of Pure Hoopla explains how you can get free printed baby shower invitations and birth announcements. Drag and drop coupons on the back to get them for free. for more info visit http://purehoopla.com or http://purehoopla.ie
Interview with Melissa Minahan - CEO of Pure... by dm_5123c45de50a4
What No One Tells You About Labor
Here's the truth about labor -- what's normal, what's not, and what to expect.
Expecting the Unexpected
Now that you're pregnant, you're dutifully attending childbirth classes and reading everything you can get your hands on about labor and birth. But classes and books tend to give you the big picture, not the surprising -- and sometimes embarrassing -- details. Because knowing what to expect makes for a less stressful delivery, we've asked the experts to spill the beans on the following common (yet seldom-talked-about) scenarios.
You May Throw Up
Who knew that vomiting during labor is normal? I certainly didn't -- until the birth of my daughter nearly three years ago. One reason it happens: Epidurals can cause hypotension, a sudden drop in blood pressure. "An early sign of this is nausea and vomiting," says David J. Birnbach, M.D., spokesman for the American Society of Anesthesiologists and vice chair of the department of anesthesiology at the University of Miami. But throwing up can occur even if you haven't been given an epidural, either because of the pain you're experiencing or as a result of food sitting in your stomach (digestion usually stops during labor). To keep vomiting to a minimum, eat only light foods during the earliest stages of labor, and stop eating completely -- and drink only clear liquids -- once you're in active labor.
Your Teeth Chatter
"Nearly 50 percent of women complain of shivering and chattering teeth," Dr. Birnbach says. It has nothing to do with being cold. (In fact, your body temperature may rise a degree or two during labor, making you feel hot.) The jury's still out on what exactly causes this, but the latest evidence points to blood incompatibility. "During labor, a small amount of fetal blood crosses into the mother's bloodstream," says Henry Klapholz, M.D., an associate professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Harvard Medical School, in Boston. "Studies show that if there's an incompatibility in blood type between mother and baby -- for example, your blood is type A and your baby's is type B -- the mother shakes, shivers, and gets chills."
You Make Nasty Noises
As a baby descends through the birth canal, air gets forced out the anus, so be prepared to pass gas. This is especially likely if you've had an epidural, which paralyzes the anal sphincter. Another unpleasant side effect of childbirth: You may have a bowel movement right on the delivery table. "It's purely a space issue," says Arianna Sholes-Douglas, M.D., director of the High-Risk Pregnancy Center at Mercy Medical Center, in Baltimore. "As your baby's head makes its way through the birth canal, the rectum gets flattened and its contents are pushed out." In any event, don't worry. "These bodily functions happen all the time -- there's very little we haven't seen or heard before," says Deborah Robbins, R.N., program manager of parent and childbirth education at Brigham and Women's Hospital, in Boston.
You Might Act Like a Lunatic
During labor -- especially if you haven't been given pain medication -- you may find yourself screaming, crying, even swearing at your husband or doctor. Or you may strip. "I've had patients who were so uncomfortable that they pulled off their gowns and delivered naked," says Lisa Fraine, a certified nurse-midwife in Allentown, Pennsylvania. All of these reactions are common; they're simply a response to pain and exhaustion. You can also blame your hormones: "Labor causes a shift in your estrogen and progesterone levels, which is akin to a major case of PMS," Dr. Klapholz says. If you do lose it, don't feel bad. Doctors and nurses are used to these reactions. (Still, it doesn't hurt to apologize afterward.) But if you're uncomfortable with the idea of such a display, be prepared for your delivery. "Women who take childbirth classes tend to stay calmer during labor than those who don't," Dr. Klapholz says.
Your Mind Goes Blank
In the heat of the moment, it can be easy to forget what they taught you in childbirth class. "I couldn't remember the various positions I was supposed to get into to ease pain," says Elizabeth Estes Niven, of St. Louis. "Instead, I stayed flat on my back, gripping the bed railing." You're also likely to forget many of the details of the birth. So be sure your partner takes plenty of photos or captures it all on videotape.
It May Not Be Love at First Sight
Don't feel bad if your first reaction to holding your new born isn't overwhelming joy. You've just been through an exhausting experience and need time to recover. If you can, try breast-feeding -- then let a nurse take your child so you can get some rest. That's what I did after 17 hours of labor and a C-section. But after an hour, I had them bring back my baby girl and was immediately smitten.
Unforgettable Baby Shower Invitations
Baby shower invitations are some of the most exciting announcements you’ll ever send – and some of the most precious keepsakes you can put in your baby albums and photo frames. If you’re a proud parent, you want to make your baby shower invitations unforgettable. After all, each child is special – why settle for run-of-the-mill, store-bought baby shower invitations when you can craft custom creations that are perfect to announce the arrival of your new bundle of joy?
What to put on baby shower invitations
Most baby showers are held before the baby actually arrives, so including a picture of your newborn is typically out of the question (unless, of course, you opt to include a photo of the ultrasound, which would be rather unique and unforgettable). You could place a photo of the proud parents-to-be and/or siblings or opt for images, shapes and silhouettes associated with the birth of a new baby such as bottles, rattles, baby beds, etc.
Apart from your images, you’ll also need to include the name of the mother-to-be, the date, time and address of the baby shower, whether you’d like an RSVP and a contact number, and a map to the location. You can also include things attendees should bring, such as their own drinks or a covered dish. Baby registry information is likewise helpful to gift buyers: though some believe it to be tacky to directly ask for gifts, those who wish to give gifts find it exceedingly helpful when they know what is wanted and needed for the baby.
Baby shower invitation design styles
The sky is the limit when it comes to baby shower invitation design. You can be contemporary with solid colors or patterns, you could choose pastels or dark and heavy lines, you could use images and graphics or simply key in on the text, or you could go with a vintage Norman Rockwell-inspired design.
Many baby shower invitations are designed in blue or pink if the gender of the baby is known; however, you’re certainly not limited to these two oft-overused hues. A green, red, orange or even tan-accented baby shower invitation can lend prestige. Borders are another great way to set your baby shower invitations apart from bland store-bought versions.
Baby shower invitation add-ons
For a truly unique look, you could have your baby shower invitations die cut in a specific shape (such as a rattle) or include a foil stamp to add a certain certifiable prestige to the event. PsPrint has hundreds of die-cut templates in many shapes you can download for free; or, create a custom shape and have PsPrint develop a template for you. All you need is a good graphic design program – or even a good work processor such as Open Office or Microsoft Word – to custom design your own baby shower invitations.
Baby shower invitation printing
Baby shower invitations can be printed on many types of paper, folded or unfolded, placed in envelopes or mailed like postcards. All in all, a good paper stock is 16-point cover gloss or 13-point recycled matte, either of which will enrich your design and help your baby invitations stay durable for decades of storage and display. Source: http://www.psprint.com/resources/unforgettable-baby-shower-invitations/
Where to Buy Baby Birth Announcement Cards
A new baby is one of life’s miracles, and the most exciting announcement new parents make. Many parents commemorate the special occasion by buying birth announcement cards to send to friends, family and coworkers. Thus, one consideration that accompanies new birth is where to buy baby birth announcement cards. The answer might not be as simple as you think.
Gift stores and supermarkets
The first answer that comes to mind for most couples is gift stores and supermarkets. Both offer a wide selection of baby birth announcement cards. They’re typically inexpensive, though some creative store-bought baby birth announcement cards can be quite costly.
When you buy your announcement cards at local retailers, you have to address envelopes, affix postage and mail them yourself – though you’re probably anxious to spread the word about your bundle of joy, the last thing most proud parents want to spend time doing right after their baby is born is address envelopes. It can seem more like paying bills than proudly announcing the birth of your child.
Online gift retailers
Online gift retailers, as opposed to local retailers, offer another option for buying baby birth announcement cards. Since they don’t have to stock shelves, they can typically offer a larger selection of birth cards. Just as with local retailers, if you order from online gift retailers you’ll have to address and mail your baby birth announcement cards yourself. Another caveat: You’ll also have to pay shipping costs on top of your postage to get the cards to you – and if you want them in a few days instead of a few weeks, you’ll likely have to pay additional shipping charges.
Design and print your own
A third option, and one many parents love, is to design and print your own baby birth announcement cards. The process isn’t as difficult as it might sounds: Simply grab a free layout or design template online, put some photos in using your favorite office or graphic design program, and upload it to an online printing company such as PsPrint.
The benefits of designing your own baby birth announcement cards are threefold: first, you’ll love creating your own special commemorative card that you can later put in your baby album, scrapbook or photo frame; second, you’re guaranteed to have a truly unique, one-of-a-kind baby announcement for a truly special, one-of-a-kind baby; and third, you don’t have to address or stamp a single envelope – your printing company will take care of printing and delivery for you. Best of all, designing and printing your own custom baby birth announcement cards is rather inexpensive. Get instant price quotes using the tools at PsPrint to see for yourself.
In conclusion, your baby’s birth is a once-in-a-lifetime event that deserves to be celebrated accordingly. With custom baby birth announcement cards, you can commemorate the event in a way no one else can duplicate.
Saturday, 29 June 2013
Top 5 baby shower games
The build up to having a baby can be a magical time. Along with the flurry of preparation, there’s a burst of energy and excitement for both the mom-to-be and everyone surrounding her. It’s a time of celebration, and there’s no way better to celebrate than a baby shower.
If you’re going to host a great baby shower, you’ll need some baby shower games. Here, in no particular order, are the top 5 baby shower games to make sure your baby shower is fun and fabulous:
1. Feed your Baby
Get your blindfolds ready and pair up your guests. Feed the baby requires you to divide your friends and family into teams of two. Give each team a jar of baby applesauce and a small baby spoon. Each person on the team is blindfolded, and they feed the applesauce to each other at the same time. While they are feeding each other, mark their time. The quickest team to feed each other wins.
2. Don’t say Baby
It’s pretty hard not to talk about the new arrival at a baby shower, but this baby shower game involves zipping your lips and not saying the trigger word ‘baby.’ As your guests arrive, tag them with a large diaper pin. The instructions are simple – Just don’t say the word ‘baby.’ If someone hears you saying it, they can steal your pin. The person who has the most pins wins a prize at the end of the baby shower.
3. What’s in the bag?
A fun game to play after snacks have been served, to play ‘What’s in the bag?’ you’ll need to place at least 10 baby items in a bag. Use things like pacifiers, teething rings, diapers, and bibs, and pass the bag around to your guests. Each person will feel around inside and see how many items they can identify without looking in the bag, and then write them down on a piece of paper. Whoever has the most correct answers wins.
4. Diaper Derby
What’s it feel like to be a baby? Now your guests can find out. All you need to play diaper derby is a couple of tolls of toilet paper. Divide your guests into teams of two, give them each a roll, and have them wrap each other up to create a diaper. The team with the best diaper wins!
5. Pin the baby on the Mommy
A nice twist on Pin the Tail on the Donkey, this involves you blowing up a big photo of the new mom in all her pregnancy glory. Each guest is blindfolded and given a cut out of a baby. Spin them around a few times, and see how close they get to pinning the baby on the new mom. Whoever gets the perfect placement wins a prize.
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Sunday, 5 May 2013
Pure Hoopla Offer Birth Announcement Cards or Personalized Baby Shower
Why coupons? We just wanted to make your life easier. Help out your shower guests while reducing the price of your cards. Add a coupon on the back of your invitations. The more you add, the more you BOTH save! Visit: http://www.purehoopla.com
Saturday, 30 March 2013
Free baby Shower Invitations - Pure Hoopla
Interview with Melissa Minahan, CEO of Pure Hoopla explains how you can get free printed baby shower invitations and birth announcements. Drag and drop coupons on the back to get them for free.
Tuesday, 5 March 2013
Pure Hoopla Launched Gift Box Program
Pure Hoopla, the company that give free baby shower invitations
to shower hosts has a unique program to help companies build their brand and
increase sales. Our company was founded by experts in marketing who know the
value of getting your product in the hands
of the right customer at the right time. After a customer orders
their free baby shower invitations from Pure Hoopla, we have the opportunity to
send a beautiful package to the home of every shower host to present to the
expecting mother on the day of the shower. The mom-to-be will open this gift in
front of her friends and family, typically 25-75 people. As part of this gift,
we offer to our partners the opportunity to include their samples and coupons
as a “gift.” The gift can be just for the mother or for all the guests
depending on the product. We can’t think of a better way to get your product in
front of the expecting mom, but also in front of her friends and family who
have children in the age range of birth to four years old.
Get your product in front of the right people!
• Beautifully wrapped gift sent to shower with your product inside
where mom opens gift in front of her friends.
• Target audience of women with children from 0-5 and
grandparents who wish to buy.
• You provide a sample and we cover all costs including shipping
and handling.
• National campaign.
• Product Information can be included.
PureHoopla.com Launches with Unique Take on Free Baby Card Invitations For Savvy Moms
ATLANTA, GA: A brand new concept in fine stationary launches this month as PureHoopla.com goes live with a promise to help busy moms ring in the New Year with fashionable free baby card invitations.
Is it possible to explain the concept in thefirst or second paragraph? “Drag and Drop coupons to reduce the price or get them for free.”
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Chic, stylish and utterly covetable, PureHoopla.com offers more than standard birth announcement cards or personalized baby shower invites. From the excitement of expecting to the joy of arrival, it empowers shower organizers, moms and savvy shoppers to choose how their budget is spent while guaranteeing vibrant, fun and fabulous stationary suitable for any occasion.
Website visitors are offered a range of beautifully designed cards, given a selection of personalization and printing options and then invited to pay for the card of their choice or get their preferred design for free by dragging and droppinga selection of discount coupons or adson the back. of the folded card. The coupons are printed on the back of each invitation for family and friends to redeem at their leisure, with the mom or baby shower host given free rein to pick the offers most relevant to their circle of guests. Adding a coupon reduces the price of the card, with mom in sole control of how many coupons are used and whether the card is paid for in part, in full or not at all.
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The vision of entrepreneur Melissa Minahan, PureHoopla.com combines money saving prowess with designer panache. As a mom and expectant mom, Mrs. Minahan has made it her mission to transform baby card invitationsinsto something everyone can afford. . She said, “Our goal is to provide new moms with the opportunity to share their experience with friends and family at a very low cost or even free. Most of our sponsors are small companies started by moms. They all have a great product and are excited to be able to help.”
Each card on the site has been created by an experienced designer, giving a boutique stationary feel that can be personalized with the addition of photos, a different color palette or a new font. Cards can also be custom designed. After personalizing and selecting which coupons should be included, the online proof can be shared on Facebook before the order is placed. This means friends can also give their input on the design before the cards are printed and dispatched. Designs can be saved and accessed around the clock, while at home or on the move.
Each free baby card invitation is printed using the latest digital printing technology on to thick cardstock for lustrous colors and a luxurious feel. Cards are delivered in a beautiful box with matching envelopes, leaving nothing to do but decide on the guest list.
To find out more and to browse all available designs, please visit http://www.purehoopla.com
About PureHoopla.com: Whether you're pinching pennies or simply a smart shopper, PureHoopla.com wants you to celebrate the moments of your life with beautiful stationery at affordable prices. And what's more affordable than free?
Founded by mom-trepreneur Melissa Minahan PureHoopla.com offers beautiful, designer cards printed on hefty paper. Announce the birth of your newest arrival, invite friends to a shower, or write thank you notes on personalized stationery, all at no cost to you. Skip the hassle of pricing the newest products on a variety of websites.
PureHoopla.com specialises in stylish cards at an unbeatable price andall cards are printed on 60% recycled paper. Instead of being tossed in the round file bin at the end of the day, the partnership coupons on the back mean that they'll be used again. We're doing our part, one card at a time.
Tuesday, 19 February 2013
Free baby shower invitations - Pure Hoopla
The marketing platform offered by Pure Hoopla ties directly into what the company does best – create stunning, high-quality greeting cards, shower invitations, birthday invitations, birth announcements and thank you cards. Visit: http://purehoopla.com/products/category/11/baby-shower-invitations
Wednesday, 13 February 2013
Pure Hoopla Debuts Affordable Advertising Program for Vendors with Innovative New Platform
Pure Hoopla, a forward thinking provider of greeting cards, invitations and more, has today announced a new advertising program for vendors on any budget.
Pure Hoopla, a pioneering force in the custom greeting card and invitation industry, has today announced a powerful new advertising and marketing platform for vendors with any budget, including entrepreneurial moms. In a world fraught with high-cost, low-return advertising options, this new program offers real advantages. watch the video to see how it works.
Advertising is very costly – a single magazine spot can average $10,000. That puts this type of marketing out of reach for small and medium businesses. Direct mail marketing is more affordable, but those letters are opened less than 33% of the time, which means the return is very low. For businesses, there seems to be no good option. However, Pure Hoopla’s new advertising platform offers both immense affordability and tremendous returns.
According to Melissa Minahan, mother, expectant mom and owner of Pure Hoopla, “There are a lot of small companies out there started by women. They have a great product and we want to partner with them to help get their message in front of the right people.”
Vendors get a personal endorsement from a mom to their target audience, because customers choose the ads they want themselves. In addition, the return here is immense – who doesn’t open a birthday card, thank you card or baby shower invitation? Moreover, vendors are charged nothing at all if their ads are not chosen, making this a win-win scenario. Finally, companies also enjoy social media advertising here. Moms can post their cards on Facebook prior to being ordered, with the chosen ad in place.
According to Erin Lopez, VP of sales for Pure Hoopla and a mother herself, “The advertising opportunity for companies who want to reach this demographic is unmatched. No other company can offer this level of reach at such a low cost.”
To learn more about advertising with Pure Hoopla or to find out more about their high quality cards and invitations, visit http://www.PureHoopla.com.
About Pure Hoopla: Pure Hoopla provides companies with the ability to reach their target audience at very affordable price by partnering with them to provide high quality, customized, stylish cards to moms and baby shower hosts.
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