Baby Shower Fun Facts

The celebration of the birth of a child in ancient Greek was done so after the birth and labor. On the 5th or 7th day after the birth the father would visit. On the 10th day the mother would return to society marked by a meal and celebration with family and friends. For many women, giving birth was the only way to gain recognition in the male world.

Baby Shower History
There is no way to determine exactly where or when the “baby shower” originated. There are several theories on baby shower history, but none can be proven. No matter where and when baby showers were first introduced, today they are a very special event celebrating a new life.  Some historians have found evidence of baby showers, or something similar, quite some time ago. These discoveries lead experts to believe that celebrating birth started in ancient cultures, like those in the Egyptian and Roman times. No definitive proof is available, but historians have deciphered data which could mean baby showers took place. More about the History of the Baby Shower.  Today at baby showers, we play games, open presents and eat.  At Baby Showers Etc we have a massive collection of Free Baby Shower Games.  Enjoy!