Baby Shower Candle Favors - Symbolic in Their Use
authored by Donna Gorenflo

The lighting of a candle symbolizes creation, as the burning flame springs forth from the wick like new early Spring growth. The word candle means to shine, so a candle is a representation of the optimism and joy of renewal that shines forth with the birth of a new baby. The flame of a candle has for many centuries, symbolized creation and renewal. The burning candle's position in the festivities of a baby shower is assured by history.

Offering candles as favors for baby showers came into being because they are mementos of the baby's birth. Every time someone lights the candle will bring back the memory of the special day, making the candle a fantastic memory trigger.

As a keepsake of remembrance, small votives or embellished candle tins to correlate with the party theme can be given as favors to the guests. A bigger version can also be given to the mother-to-be so she can think back on how much her friends and family love her each time she lights it. Candles in jars make the most wonderful game prizes and even exclusive baby gifts and can be found to fit any baby shower theme.

Candles are ideal for baby shower decorations. The ambiance of the flaming candle is one of celebration. The new mommy and her guests will delight in the pleasant warmth cast by the candles glow. A focal point of teddy bears, flowers, storks, or whatever theme you decide on, with a candle in the center creates the excellent complement for the gift or refreshment table.

Along with the enchantment of candles is the aroma that can awaken a sense of delicacy, innocence and rebirth that a newborn stirs within us. Placing baby powder scented candles and pillars at various places in the room will present a feeling of peacefulness and serenity, relaxing the expectant mother and her guests, making a wonderful shower experience for everyone there.

To make a baby shower memorable, an array of candles can be set up with a candle for each and every shower guest and a bigger one for the mother-to-be. The lighting of the candles should begin with the mother to be.

The mother-to-be lights the largest candle and says a wish for her new child. Each of the guests then lights their individual candles from the mother's candle and makes a wish for the new baby, such as May she be compassionate or may he or she be a blessing to the mother and father. This is an ideal opportunity for the guests to verbalize their love and support for the mom and dad. Watching as the light goes from one tiny flame to a brilliant glow, filling the room, will add to the fantastic party.

Donna Gorenflo, owner and operator of Bama Babies & Birthdays comprehends the wish to make an unforgettable baby shower party. Personalizing it is the fundamental part in creating a memorable celebration and our unequaled line of unusual favors for baby showers have been a favorite by baby shower party hosts since before 2001.