* The best thing to do is communication with your daughter-in-law's mother to see if she would like to give a baby shower and if not, then let her know you would like to give the baby shower. Generally the friends of the daughter-in-law will give a baby shower, but it's always nice when the mothers get involved. Both mothers could work together for a surprise baby shower.
A mother can give her daughter a bridal shower (generally the guests would be relatives) but, it is usually the maid of honor that gives the bridal shower and perhaps coworkers at work.
If your unmarried daughter does not, of her own accord (without anyone interring) want to see her boyfriend again then the boyfriends mother should not invite 15 more people to the baby shower. If your daughter loves her boyfriend then there is no reason his mother should not be able to invite 15 of her friends, but, you can ask her to help out with the expenses.
There are many messages that could be written on a bridal shower card from a mother to a daughter, try to make it as personal as possible. It would be nice to include memories from childhood, sentimental, funny or both. You could end with some marriage advice and sentiments for a happy life together.
usually its the maid of honor who hosts the bridal shower but i don't see why the mother of the bride couldn't do it it would make me feel more comfortable id i was planning the bridal shower for me daughter
There is no reason a mother can not give a baby shower for her daughter. However, generally one of her of her girlfriends may do this, but you could have a baby shower for the relatives in the family or simply decide to have the baby shower for her. Either way is etiquette.
I still take a shower with my 19 year-old daughter. (mom) She still sleeps with me at times. We have a great relationship (mother & daughter). She confides in me. We are best friends, yet she knows that I'm the parent.
Strictly speaking, a baby shower should be hosted by a female friend of the Mother- to Be , NOT her mother. A formal setting with Mother as hostess eliminates a lot of girlie giggling, gag gifts and fun. Please leave it to the girls, and you and your daughter can have a special brunch or luncheon in your favorite restaurant , and you can give her your special gift then, and also provide a special Mother/ Daughter moment for confidences and advice [if asked] , and reasssurance of your love and support.
No, it is not in poor taste to give your daughter a baby shower. You could invite close relatives and a few of her friends to the baby shower.
Generally the Maid of Honor and Bridesmaids get together and have a Bridal Shower or, the mother of the bride may have one as well. Whomever has the bridal shower pays for it and they have the right to ask guests that they know to contribute some of the food if they so wish.
There is a lot of advice on the internet on bridal showers. Personally, I would simply write: To my beautiful daughter, with all my best wishes and surrounded with my love. From your Mum.(Mom in America). Simply writing Mum (or Mom) keeps it very personal - your daughter will know who you are!
no you weirdo