Southerners sure know how to welcome a new baby in style.

This party is meant to welcome that new family member, and the tradition behind it is decidedly Southern.

But who says baby doesn’t deserve a signature cocktail or mocktail?

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This event is flexible to your own tastes and sense of celebration.

The sip and see has caught on outside of the South.

Let’s review to get you ready for this baby jubilee.

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What Is A Sip And See?

A sip and see is a small, informal gathering to introduce friends and family to a new baby.

), but folks all over the country have since adopted the tradition.

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What’s The Difference Between A Baby Shower And A Sip and See?

Should I Bring a Gift to a Sip and See?

But as this tradition has evolved, the field has opened to other options.

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We love the idea of concocting a special drink for baby, whetherit contains spiritsor not.

This is to ensure the baby doesnt catch unwanted germs, and you should not take it personally.

The hosts will decide how to handle photos and social media.

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