Who should host the shower? It is a very diverse list, which includes: mother, mother-in-law, sister or sister-in law, friend(s) at work, close personal friend, another female relative with whom you are close, or any number of other people. Really whomever offers!

Many people look to religious doctrine to select a name. Christians may want to go to the Bible as a resourse and choose a traditional biblical name. Jewish people may refer to the Koran, etc.

Many women still feel more comfortable with taking it easy when they are pregnant. This is fine, as long as she watches what she eats. Although many woman say it helps them feel stronger and healthier to exercise while pregnant, noone should feel bad about relaxing and putting their feet up, especially if your doctor says you should not exercise.

Although the term "morning sickness" suggests that the feeling only occurs in the morning, it can actually strike at any time of day. Many women say their nausea is the worst in the evening after dinner, since the digestive system has slowed down considerably in order for the body to absorb all the nutrients possible.