Introduce Your Little One with These Sip and See Invitations and Tips
Your little bundle of joy is here, and everyone’s excited to meet the new addition! To save from having multiple visitors over a long period of time, why not host a sip and see so everyone can meet the new baby at once?
In this guide, we’ll introduce what a sip and see is, give our top tips for hosting, and share some of our most-loved sip and see invitations.
What Is a Sip and See?
A sip and see party is a way for your loved ones to meet your gorgeous new baby (or babies) in the comfort of your own home. Parents or carers can host an open-house-style event where friends and family members can drop in, meet the baby, and spend some time chatting with the parent(s).
If you didn’t already reveal the baby’s name or gender in your birth announcement, this meet-and-greet event might also be a chance to do a name and gender reveal in person to your loved ones.
Tips for Hosting a Sip and See
If you’re considering a sip and see event, there are a few things to consider. They’re slightly different from a traditional baby shower or welcome baby party, so here’s what to think of as you’re planning it.
1. Choose the Right Time
While guests are excited to meet the new baby boy or baby girl, those first few days and weeks can be challenging for everyone involved. Give yourself and the baby (or babies) plenty of time to settle in, establish routines, and get comfortable.
We recommend choosing a date a few weeks or even a few months after the birth or adoption date. This isn’t a hard rule though. You can host the event whenever you feel ready, or whenever the parent(s) are ready if you’re hosting on their behalf.
2. Keep It Short and Sweet
You could spend hours watching a newborn and admiring a new bundle of joy, but sip and see events are usually kept short to make them as comfortable as possible for the parent(s) and baby.
Plan for your event to last no more than two hours. It’s long enough to give everyone a chance to be introduced to the little one without it being overwhelming, but not so long that it’s overly tiring for the host(s) to manage.
3. Set Boundaries
It seems like almost everyone has their own views when it comes to newborns, and a loved one’s views might clash with yours. For this reason it’s important to establish clear boundaries — especially around holding, kissing, or carrying your newborn.
Use your invitation wording to let your guests know what your wishes are in terms of hygiene and protecting your baby from potential illnesses. Explain how long the party will last, and say whether you require guests to RSVP or if they can simply show up on the day.
4. Offer Light Refreshments
With a sip and see being such a short event and the focus being on the parent(s) and baby, there’s no need to provide a full array of food and drink for your guests to enjoy. Instead, offer some light refreshments that guests can help themselves to.
Provide the option of having tea, coffee, or another hot drink on arrival. Set up a buffet station where guests can find savory snacks and sweet treats, with nothing that requires too much attention from the host(s). Some of these baby shower appetizers are ideal.
5. Choose a Theme
A sip and see is a magical opportunity for your closest friends and family members to meet your new arrival. It’s also a great reason to host a themed celebration if that’s what you’re all about.
Choose an adorable baby shower theme for your baby sip and see — like baby animals, stars, bears, or rainbows. You could also opt for a more grown-up vibe, like a boho party theme, a vintage tea party, or a retro-inspired event. Whichever theme you choose, Greenvelope has plenty of stunning invitation designs to choose from.
8 of the Best Sip and See Invitations
At Greenvelope, we have lots of lovely sip and see party invitations to choose from. You can also adapt any of our other invitation templates since they are completely customizable, such as:
Change the layout, colors, and wording to turn any invite into a DIY bespoke-feel creation. For an extra special touch, choose a photo card design, and add an image of your new arrival.
To help you get started, here are some of our favorite sip and see invitations. All these designs work both as email and text message invites, giving you flexibility over how you spread the word about your baby meet-and-greet party.
1. Modern Sip See Invitation
Design: Owl and Toad
This contemporary sip & see invite feels elegant, with trending typography and a subtle gradient effect on the digital paper. There’s lots of room on the reverse for all your event details too.
2. Bubbly Bliss Invitation
Design: 2birdstone
Add some sparkle to your celebration with this drink-themed sip and see invite. Welcome your loved ones around for drinks, snacks, and plenty of cuddles with your newborn with this fun invitation.
3. Char-cute-erie Invitation
Design: Sierra Lee Studio LLC
Invite everyone around for not just snuggles with your new baby but a delicious charcuterie selection with this quirky sip and see invite. The gorgeous illustrations are the perfect way to celebrate your new arrival.
4. Peek-a-boo Invitation
Design: Pedaller Designs
We love all the baby-focused illustrations on this super cute sip and see invitation. This design is ideal for a simple yet stunning event, with space to mention where you’re registered for any new baby gifts.
5. Let’s Avo-Cuddle Invitation
Design: Hudson Meet Rose
There’s lots to enjoy about this funny sip and see invite. From the adorable illustrations and the humor to the simple styling and delicate fonts, it’s ideal for any welcome baby event.
6. Sweet Front Porch Invitation
Design: Becky Nimoy Stationery
If you’re looking for an art-focused design with adorable illustrations, this home-themed sip and see invite is perfect. It’s available in two color options, or you can work with our designers to add your own color palette instead.
7. Howdy Baby Invitation
Design: Mint Parcel
This fun western-themed sip and see invitation feels like a departure from the more traditional invite, and we love it. It’s ideal for any parent(s) that love all things western or if your little one has a western-inspired baby name.
8. Sit & See Invitation
Design: Lisa McLean Design
If your loved ones can’t meet your new arrival in person, this virtual sip and see invitation is the perfect match. With modern typography and bold colors, it’s a joyful way to invite them to get to know your little one.
Introduce Your New Arrival in Style
A sip and see party is a lovely way for your new baby to meet your closest friends and family members. Use the above guide to help you plan your celebration, taking into account our top tips and best advice to help the event run smoothly.
As you begin to plan your event, look for invitations that match the theme or style of your celebration. Browse our collection of sip and see invites to find your favorite design.
