I had a huge baby shower for my daughter, it was so exhuasting and my family spent to much I chose not to have one for my son and jus decided to have a welcoming bbq wen hes a bit older that people can bring some gifts to but nothing fancy and jus close friends and family.

Yes ours was small n when I say we needed 2 cars to take home everything I was soo shocked if u do so one do It small but be mindful of ppl u know is really gonna come so get a place a little bit bigger if it's like that

@newlywedmama21, that’s sounds like a great idea.

I wouldn’t waste money on a venue. Do something at home. Very inexpensive and just have some finger foods in the late afternoon. You don’t have to spend a ton of money.

@stephanieg78 a small party or gathering where you ask guests to bring in random sizes of diapers...then you do a diaper raffle for everybody who.brought diapers. Whoever's name is drawn wins a prize from the host. You can still play baby shower games and such...it's just not about getting baby gifts. And it's more a chill vibe so it's usually at home...

@newlywedmama21, what is a diaper party?

I did exactly what you're thinking...I cancelled it and bought what we needed. Then I just had a diaper party instead

It doesn't need to be such a production - it sounds like you're planning a wedding!

What's wrong with your home and close friends/family and a potluck or just a few crock pots of food? We essentially just had a bbq for ours and I loved it. Everyone had fun.