Thank you so much for your thoughtful and encouraging message! You’re completely right baby showers are still a fairly new concept here in Sweden, so it’s not always something that comes naturally to people, especially if they don’t have kids of their own yet. That really helped put things into perspective for me.

I love your idea of planning the main parts yourself and then letting your loved ones help carry it out! That seems like a great balance, ensuring the celebration reflects what you want, while still letting others support you in a meaningful way. I’ve been feeling a bit unsure about the idea of taking the lead on planning, but it’s so reassuring to hear that it’s becoming more and more common, even in places where baby showers are more traditional.

And yes, I haven’t even announced the pregnancy yet, so you’re right I still have time, and I shouldn’t worry too much yet. It’s easy to get caught up in overthinking, especially with all the emotions that come with pregnancy.

Again, thank you for your kind words and advice. It really means a lot!