Baby Safety Shower Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Part One: Planning Ahead

Getting Organized.................................................................................................p. 1
Following a Timetable..........................................................................................p. 2
Inviting Your Guests.............................................................................................p. 4
Choosing the Site..................................................................................................p. 4
Recruiting and Working With Volunteers.............................................................p. 5
Working with Businesses and Organizations...........................................................p. 6
Covering Your Costs.............................................................................................p. 7
Arranging Publicity...............................................................................................p. 8

Part Two: Developing Your Shower Program

Shower Theme......................................................................................................p. 9
Baby Safety Checklists (English and Spanish versions).......................................p. 11
Game Workshops ................................................................................................p. 19

Part Three: Putting Your Shower Together

Equipment and Supplies.......................................................................................p. 26
Food.....................................................................................................................p. 26
Exhibits................................................................................................................p. 27
Gifts and Prizes....................................................................................................p. 27
Shower Day Schedule..........................................................................................p. 28

Part Four: Attachments

Publication Ordering Information........................................................................p. 30
Sample Press Release...........................................................................................p. 31
Sample Broadcast Advertisement.........................................................................p. 32
Invitation and Bingo Game Masters.....................................................................p. 33
Program Evaluation Form....................................................................................p. 41

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