Christening Checklist



Posted: Monday, September 06, 2010

by Jane ONeill
Baby Cards Now UK

Since there is plenty of organising to be done for a Christening it is helpful to have a checklist handy to tick off all the tasks which have been done to date and to be aware of ones which still need to be completed.

Most christenings tend to be organised 3-4 months after the birth of the baby. The first few weeks of a baby's life is a hectic time for new parents. Not only do you have to begin to master new tasks and begin to get to know your baby but there are all the formal occasions to plan, such as a Baby Christening.

A checklist is a great way to help you keep on top of all the organising for the Big Day. Below provides you with some timeframes and actions to ensure your christening day goes smoothly.

6 -8 Weeks Before Your Christening

* Decide on the church or other venue, date and time of your Christening

* Book an appointment with your priest, vicar or other celebrant

* Select the Godparents, Guide Parents or Special Friends and approach the relevant people

* Choose and book (if relevant) an appropriate venue for the Christening Afters

* Book photographers and caterers (if appropriate)

4 -6 Weeks Before Your Christening

* List your guests and send invitations with RSVP information

* Organise the Christening Cake or Baptism Cake

* If you have booked caterers finalise the menu, (if you are doing the catering, plan your menu)

* Start looking for your baby's christening gown, baptism robe or christening outfit and also yours and other family members

2 - 4 Weeks Before Your Christening

* Draw up your final list of guests and confirm final numbers with the caterers (or for yourself if you are organising the food and drinks)

* Confirm the final arrangements with the vicar, priest or celebrant and others such as photographers, godparents or cake supplier.

* Decide how you will travel to the venue and who will accompany you and confirm an arrival time at your chosen venue

1 Weeks Before Your Christening

* Finalise your baby's christening gown, baptism robe or christening outfit and ensure your baby is comfortable.

* Finalise your own outfit and other family members outfits.

* Check you have all the necessary documents and paperwork for the ceremony

* Collect the Christening Cake or Baptism Cake

* Ensure your camera is charged and working correctly

* Buy and prepare the food and drinks if you are doing the catering yourselves and ensure you have enough plates, cutlery and glasses

* If you have hired outside caterers re-confirm numbers, times and any other special requirements

Jane O'Neill is founder of BabycardsNow.com.au A website which specialises in providing beautiful personalised christening invitations for your Baby's Big Day. Invites can be created online in just a few minutes. Visit our site today to create your own unique invitations.
Jane O'Neill is proud Mum to 2 children, Molly and Jack. Her daughter inspired her Baby Cards business which specialises in personalised baby thank you cards with photo and special message. The business now operates in UK, Ireland, Australia and the US and enables Jane to combine two of the things in life she loves the most, business and motherhood.
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