The guest list decides the budget, the venue and the character of the shower, so it is settled early and rarely by one person alone. Who to include, what to record, and how to handle the difficult invitations.
Whether to hold a baby shower at home or hire a room, what to check before committing, and the terms worth agreeing in writing before any deposit is paid.
A surprise baby shower can be a lovely gesture or an unwelcome one, and the person planning it cannot ask. What tips the balance either way, and the middle option that suits most people.
