CONGRATULATIONS!!!

So, your expecting and you are reading everything to make sure you know what to Expect.  Clear your mind cause as soon as you are holding your baby, you'll be looking at your newborn as much as possible.  This brings me to our Topic: Thank you's and Annoucements;  Thank you's are very important to you and the gift-giver.  They are excited too and so much want to help you get ready for your baby.  So, Let me help you write a great Thank you that will let those wonderful people in your life know that you truely appreciate their efforts.  Write this down - its good stuff.

Dear ________,

I/We wanted to thank you for the wonderful (cute,sweet,fabulous, beautiful) _______ ( gift - list everything given) (optional- you gave at the shower.)  Your kindness and caring mean so much to me/us.  I/ We appreciate you putting your time and thought into making this day in our life a special one.

Fondly, / Sincerely, / Love,

_________

Now, Baby Announcements are going to be hard to get to after you are 110% focused on your new routines- people will understand if you send them out late and for those who don't - so what.  I personally did not publish my son's announcement in the local newspaper and its all up to your preferences- what makes you comfortable.  Everyone has an opinion and Guess What - You know whats best for your baby.  Its a Mama thing. The best way to get these Announcements done - get one of many family and friends to help... let them fill out the announcements and/ or you let them babysit while you do them.  People will jump up to help you adjust to getting back on your feet.  Get Stamps, Address List, Thank you Cards, and Announcements READY...  You and your baby are the most important priority, so if you don't get to writing out these cards, just give many hugs and kisses for their support- those are my Favorite!!!