To go empty handed to a baby shower?

[Meh84]

One of my good friends is having a surprise baby shower next weekend. We've all been asked to bring some food so she doesn't panic about what to feed everyone.

I have a couple of good ideas of what to get her when the baby is born in May, but I can't really afford anything at the moment.

Would it be mean of me to turn up with just a card?

I've been asked to be Godmother to the new baby and I don't want her to think I don't care. I'm so excited and love her and her family to pieces...but I can't bring it up because it's a surprise!

Isn't it a bit off to have a shower for your second baby? I'd go with a made of voucher for something you'd do anyway.

What about your favourite kids book? You could get a lovely one for about 60p in charity shop?

book is a lovely idea.

Can't you just explain that your present still come later?

Will come

The whole concept of presents before the baby arrives freaks me out slightly, also I hate the grabby concept.

When did this baby shower idea start in the UK? Is it yet another unwelcome import from .....?

I can't think of anything a pregnant mum would want more than a little book of home made vouchers promising sleepovers for the older DC etc. That's a brilliant, thoughtful gift. Much nicer than bath stuff.

love the voucher idea!! what a great pressie and free!