What are Spanish Baby Shower Traditions?

What are Spanish baby shower traditions? Catholic households are traditionally noted for having big families. This was not the case in Spain a few generations ago. However, in the past few decades, this custom has been gradually fading. Spaniards are now choosing to have one or two kids. Nonetheless, the anticipation of the arrival of a newborn baby has not subsided.

Baby showers are no longer uncommon in Spain, as they are in many other European nations. Baby showers are becoming increasingly popular, thanks in part to Hollywood; most women are aware of Miranda’s baby shower in Sex & the City or Jennifer Lopez’s notorious and lavish baby shower for her first child.

Family Gatherings

 A group of the expecting mother’s closest female friends and family members assemble at her home around a month before the baby is born to celebrate the anxiously anticipated arrival of her kid. The mother and child are always given presents by the visitors. Typically, the expecting mother’s mother-in-law, sister, or close friend plans the party and handles all of the logistics so that she may rest.

Gifts Exchanging 

Those in charge of this vital responsibility send out invites or phone all of the attendees to let them know the shower is taking place. Gifts are exchanged and fun activities are played during the shower. There’s always food, albeit it’s usually just a few nibbles and beverages. Some individuals choose to have the celebration catered, while others prefer to prepare the meal personally to keep the setting more intimate and personal.

House Decorations 

Decorating the house is one of the significant aspects of organizing a baby shower. Typically, the decorations are lighthearted and whimsical. At the conclusion of the celebration, each visitor receives a small token to commemorate the occasion and express gratitude. An ultrasound snapshot of the infant is sometimes handed out.

Presenting Flowers 

When the baby is born, the pleased father is responsible for informing close family members of the happy news. In today’s Spain, practically all deliveries take place in hospitals, but it’s ideal to visit the baby after it’s been taken home. Most people do not visit the hospital, instead of sending flowers or a congratulations card to the new mother.

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Spanish baby showers don’t only mean Spain. Dominican traditions, in Spanish, also include baby showers. Even more celebrations follow the arrival of the baby. The mother frequently invites guests around for a “merienda” (afternoon snack). The males normally go out to a neighborhood bar for a round of drinks and cigars. Why not improve the experience with some personalized cigars?

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