Call me OC but this early, I am already planning Sobie's baptism. I figure it's best I plan ahead while I'm still not busy. I can just imagine how occupied I'll be once our little princess is born - nappy changes, breastfeeding (I hope...) and all the drama. It's also near Christmas and New Year so I doubt if suppliers would have the time to entertain meet-ups and inquiries. Plus I have our house to decorate - okay, this deserves another blog entry.
So what have I done so far:
Church - B and I want to hold it at Santuario de San Antonio, same Church we got married last December. I've attended several baptism ceremonies there and can I just say, the baptistry is really lovely! They also hold private baptisms so that's really a plus! So last week, I inquired. One of the requirements to reserve a slot is the birth certificate - sadly wala pa. Hahahaha. So note to self - after giving birth and securing Sobie's birth certificate, punta na agad ng SSA. :)
Venue - We already have one in mind but I prefer not to share it yet. Thanks to my dear father in law who managed to reserve it for us - connections, connections! Hehehe, pati siya do nakaligtas sa mga errands. :) Will blog about this some other time. But for now, we're 90% sure about it. It's within Makati Area.
Photo Coverage - I am seriously considering Ging Lorenzo. I have inquired already, still waiting for her reply.
Party Planner/Venue Styling - I've shortlisted around 3. Still waiting for all quotations then I'll pick one. I want to take advantage of their early bird promotions.
Ninong/Ninang - work in progress though I've informed a few already. Still completing the roster.
Theme - Picked! Definitely not a cartoon character - I will reserve that for Sobie's first birthday.
Baptismal Gown - none yet. Might just buy off the rack if I see something pretty.
Reception Dress - c/o Tito Doc/Ninong Arnel. He will have one made from Randy Ortiz. Yay, I'm sooo excited. :) I can tell Sobie's going to be a kikay!
Invites - Shortlisted some suppliers. Still waiting for other quotations. I'm still contemplating on DIYing this... But would I be able to pull this off? We shall see...
Favors - Not finalized but definitely not the kind that gathers alikabok over time. It has to be of practical use, may be even edible (cupcakes?)
Preps - B suggested we check-in in one of the nearby hotels in the area - this part, I am hesitant about. Ang gastos! :) On the hand, it would be a great venue for the pictorial. Now, I'm imagining Sobie (and me) posing near the stairwell of Manila Pen or Makati Shang. Hahahaha. Erase! Erase!
DIY - Baptismal candles
Others - B wanted to bring beer kegs, hahaha. I like the idea. But I think it would be unfair to me. I will be breastfeeding then which means I can't drink :( (Oh, the things I do for you Sobie!)
So, there! Not bad right? Considering I have like 6 months to go. (Hinde ako excited, hindi ako excited :P)
We have a strict budget for Sobie's baptism so I'm really trying my best to scrimp. Wish me luck.
