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=== History of Baby Showers===
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Historians do not know how the '''baby shower originated''', but many agree that it has its roots in ancient Rome and Egypt. It is possible that the [[The Timeless Tradition of Gift Giving|tradition of giving gifts]] to newborns was drawn from the Bible story of the three Wise men and the gifts offered to honor the birth of Jesus Christ. Throughout time people have always been presented with various gifts for their newborn babies.

The modern era of the baby shower emerged around the time of post World War II baby-boom in America. Showers in the past occurred after the birth of the child. Many times, part of the baby shower involved presenting the new child. Thanks to modern technology, the gender of the child is not the mystery that it used to be. So now, a baby shower can be thrown early in preparation for the baby’s arrival without worrying about buying the wrong clothes.
As a result, the baby shower has evolved into the celebration of the pregnancy rather than the actual birth itself. 

Originally, many of the [[Do It Yourself Gifts|gifts were handmade]]. Clothing, blankets, and even food items were provided as gifts for the new family.  

Traditionally, the guests at a baby shower included the mother and other female family members and friends. However, as baby shower traditions evolved, [[Tips for Planning a Jack and Jill Baby Shower|co-ed showers]] have become popular, where the guest list could include the expectant father, his father, the expectant mother's father, along with other male family members and friends.  Along with the guest list, the themes of baby showers is also expanding to appeal to the male guest.  There are baby showers with a [[Sports Themed Couples Baby Shower|sports theme]] and [[Barbecue Themed Couples Baby Shower|barbecue theme]] that help in creating a man friendly baby shower.  Traditional baby showers are still popular, but [[Tips for Planning a Jack and Jill Baby Shower|co-ed showers]] and [[Alternative Baby Showers|alternative baby showers]] is how many expectant parents are celebrating their new addition. 


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== Related Links ==
*[[Tips for Planning a Baby Shower]]
*[[Jack and Jill Bridal / Baby Showers]]
*[[Alternative Baby Showers]]
*[[Grandparents Baby Shower]]
*[[Tips for Planning an Adoption Shower]]
*[[Baby Registry Checklist]]
*[[Disposable Diaper Cake|Making a Diaper Cake]]
*[[Bridal Shower Games]]
*[[Gift Exchange Games]]

==Resources==
<span class="new_window">[http://www.pregnancy-period.com/baby-shower-history.html Pregnancy Period - A Brief Insight into Baby Shower History]</span>

<span class="new_window">[http://ezinearticles.com/?Baby-Shower-History&id=300331 Ezine Articles - Baby Shower History]</span>