Going to a baby shower today- question

[erniebufflo]

Our best couple friends are having a baby girl in April (and are the lucky recipients of all of our gear), and they're having a couple's shower today. The girls were at my parents, supposed to be overnight, so we could go to a thing last night and then this today, but now Etta's puking, so hubby is off to pick them up. So now it looks like at least one of us will have to stay home with Etta. I will likely either have to bring Claire or stay home too. Is it rude to text my friend and ask if I can bring the baby? I don't want to miss it. If it matters, they love our girls and often babysit them for us. I just don't wanna be that person who brings the baby if they're not welcome. 

Also: I just finished sewing her gift, a ring sling, and I can't wait to give it to her!

[rjamz]

I would text and ask, for sure, since they're such close friends. Just explain the situation

[EnchantedSoul]

I'd text too. I bet it'll be fine. I'm jealous, I want an Ernie made ring sling!


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[bean47]

I would text and ask! I brought Olivia to a shower last weekend and no one seemed to mine but I did ask the host beforehand. I hope Etta is better soon!

[ashleydl83]

I would text and ask, but I'm sure they'll be understanding.

I hope Etta gets to feeling better soon!

[imimahoney]

I agree with everyone else, text and ask but I'm sure it's fine. Hope she feels better soon!

[dixeedeluxe]

In my family, it's not only ok, but EXPECTED to bring babies/children to a celebration of babies.

[helicase]

I agree with everyone else. Text and explain the situation. I'm sure it will be no big deal.

[fusion]

I would ask. I always find it odd when a mother-to-be gets all prima donna about no babies being allowed. In my circle of friends babies are always welcome (toddlers though, not so much).

[mrsjaymay]

Jan 27, 2013 9:30:47 GMT -5 dixeedeluxe said:

In my family, it's not only ok, but EXPECTED to bring babies/children to a celebration of babies.

This (quoting dixee). Children are usually always welcome at baby showers in my circle. But if it's not the norm for you, I'd just text to explain.

[TrudyCampbell]

Jan 27, 2013 9:30:47 GMT -5 dixeedeluxe said:

In my family, it's not only ok, but EXPECTED to bring babies/children to a celebration of babies.

This!

[christidee]

Hopefully Etta feels better soon. I agree with the others. Just text and ask. It shouldn't be a big deal at all.

[thedahliharpa]

The ring sling is a great gift.

[mscatra]

Agree with everyone else - text and ask.

[erniebufflo]

Looks like my mom is keeping Claire in hopes that we can keep her from getting the virus Etta has, and hubby will stay home with Etta while I go to the shower.

[carawestt]

I agree with everyone, just text her and give her a heads up of what's going on.

[thedahliharpa]

Have fun at the shower. I hope Etta feels better and that you were able to contain the bug.

[hass2001]

Totally ask, since you guys are good friends! Im sure she wouldn't mind you bring the baby, especially if it means one of you might miss the party.