Baby shower etiquette

Hi ladies! I was just wondering people's thoughts on baby shower etiquette. I'm 33 weeks pregnant with my second daughter and when this one is born our first will only be 2. We don't need much stuff (just a few onsie's, diapers, you know, the stuff you could always use) so the shower would really be more of a get together,I guess. If it is ok to have a second shower, is it ok to throw one yourself? Anyway, your suggestions would be great. Thanks!  

Eh, traditions are always made to be broken. I always thought someone else should really throw the shower for you. But, as for having a second shower, if it is more of just a little gathering to celebrate the pregnancy more than a gift giving occasion, I say go for it.

Some people think that more than one baby shower is tacky, and especially if it is thrown by you.

If you do it after the baby is born, you can just call it a welcome home party and it may be more well received. If people want to bring a gift, they will. If they dont, I wouldnt request it just in case! JMO

I always thought someone should throw it for you, too, but I've seen so many posts of people asking when they should start planning their showers so I got really confused...lol. Thanks for the help!

Since you don't need much why not do what another poster suggested and wait until she comes and have a big welcoming party? Tons of food, friends and family and hopefully some needed items.  

If I was you I would wait and have a get together to welcome the baby.

I like the welcome baby party idea...it sounds like fun, which is just what I was looking for! Thanks for the advice, ladies!