Baptism Party Tips: 9 Dos and Don’ts for Your Baby’s Christening Celebration

Your friends and family will soon be gathering for your baby’s christening service. Of course, you want the baptism party that follows to be a wonderful occasion. Here are the top nine pros and cons for making this a very special celebration.

1. Send out beautiful invitations. They don’t have to cost a lot. You can even make them yourself. Your guests provide important information about the day’s events and set the tone for the party. You may even want to order personalized photo baptism invitations that include images of your little angel. They can serve an additional purpose by providing a real keepsake for your guests.

2. DO NOT discount a theme for your christening party. White and gold decorations are not your only option. If you want to keep the spiritual tone, you can go with Noah’s ark or with the lambs. Butterflies signify a new life, so it would be a good option. Angels are very popular. You can even find an angel costume to dress up a Build-a-Bear as a centerpiece. But there is no rule that says you have to wear decorations that are religious in nature. Feel free to decorate your home with colors and designs that make you and your baby smile.

3. Remember that the baptism party is usually right after the church service. You may want to host the festivities somewhere nearby, such as your church scholarship hall or a nearby restaurant. If you decide to host the celebration at home, ask for help. Without a doubt, you will return home at the same time as your guests. Therefore, you may need help getting everything ready.

4. DO NOT feel pressured to spend a lot of money. You can keep your costs down by serving just coffee and cake. Or you can have a simple buffet lunch of rolls, bread, various cold cuts, and cheeses, and encourage guests to make their own sandwiches. A backyard barbecue is another possibility that can be inexpensive, especially if you limit your menu to hot dogs and hamburgers.

5. Honor godparents. You may want to include their names on invitations or even party favors. Make sure to introduce everyone at the celebration. You may even want to give a little speech explaining why you were chosen for this role. Also, make sure they get copies of all the photos you take that day.

6. DO NOT overlook children. If there are many children who will be attending the party, be sure to take steps to prevent them from getting bored. If the holidays will be at a restaurant, bring coloring books and other quiet games to keep them busy. If the celebration is taking place at home, you can put an animated movie on DVD or organize games for them to play.

7. Consider the favors of baptism. Although these are not absolutely necessary, they are a nice gesture to thank for sharing this special day. There are a wide variety of items available that feature a religious theme, including bookmarks, candy bars, notebooks, magnets, key chains, and much more. You can even add your favorite Bible verse. Choose a favor that is personalized, perhaps even with your baby’s photo for a lasting keepsake that your guests will treasure.

8. DON’T forget to make a scrapbook. It doesn’t have to be a fancy scrapbook. Only include photos and important details of this important event. Your little angel will not remember this special day. But in a few years, you can take out the scrapbook and he can see it all for himself.

9. Make it a joyful celebration. This is the first step on your baby’s spiritual journey. So relax, have fun, laugh, enjoy the company of your loved ones and thank God for blessing you with this little angel.

Focus on the meaning of this day, but not with gloomy reflection. It is a joyous occasion! Just follow these tips and it will be a wonderful celebration for you and your baby.