| So much about being a second-time mom seems | | | | Next, think logical. |
| exhausting taking care of child No. 1, refurbishing | | | | The first baby certainly had a favorite blanket and |
| somewhat worn maternity clothes, trying to | | | | wont be eager to donate it to the new occupant |
| figure out which shoes to wear since none fit | | | | of the house. Luxurious baby blankets will comfort |
| anymore. And then theres the angst of | | | | both mom and infant. An exquisite baby blanket, |
| second-time shower. | | | | one with satin, soft knit, a vintage look, or to |
| Heres what all those friends, sisters and aunts of | | | | wrap the baby for religious blessings, is something |
| second-time moms should remember theres | | | | to be cherished for a lifetime. |
| never been a better excuse for a party than a | | | | Think elegant. |
| baby, and theres never been a more deserving | | | | Little girls are so special. Charming baby jewelry, |
| person for a baby shower than a woman who | | | | specially crafted to honor a daughters significant |
| already has a little one at home. | | | | moments in her early life, shows others she is the |
| This is a time to celebrate motherhood again, with | | | | light of her parents lives. Pearl bracelets and |
| a more mature approach. Moms know their | | | | necklaces, sized to fit babies and toddlers, are |
| babies can live for months in rompers. Twelve | | | | perfect gifts for showers, to mark a babys |
| charming church outfits in size 6 months are | | | | christening or commemorate her name day. |
| overkill. Think past the silly shrink-wrapped gift | | | | Finally, think long-term. |
| sets and think toward what a second baby and | | | | Gifts at showers for second-time moms |
| the mom really need. | | | | acknowledge this bundle of joy will grow quickly. |
| Think diapers. | | | | The baby will need softer-than-air hairbrushes and |
| Dont settle for sacks of disposable diapers, | | | | combs, all the better if they are of keepsake |
| however. Set the tone for this party with a | | | | quality. Parents will want a special place to save |
| baby-friendly idea place a stunning diaper cake, | | | | that first penny, lock of hair and loose tooth. |
| decorated to match the theme of the shower, in | | | | With gifts that are fun and functional all in one, |
| the center of the table. Every experienced mom | | | | both second-time mom and her new baby will |
| knows theres no such thing as too many diapers, | | | | know theres joy in every heart with the arrival |
| and every shower deserves at least one item | | | | of that newest family member. |
| that strikes a fanciful yet totally practical note. | | | | |