“The shower was amazing! It was so beautiful and such a welcoming party for our little girl,” Stagliano, 32, tells PEOPLE.
“It is maternity, but I didn’t feel like a big ol’ pregnant woman in it! I felt beautiful and like a proud mom-to-be in this dress,” she says. “I have only gained 26 pounds so far so I wanted a dress that accentuated my bump, but also still made me feel normal.”
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In between noshing on sweet treats from a colorful candy station and decadent cupcakes fromPolkatots, guests were treated to a “divine” lunch fromPaleta. Everyone was pampered with massages courtesyManly Handzand went home with goodie bags filled with party favors, includingMabel’s Labels, which the couple hope to use for their daughter, andGabriel Cosmetic‘s organic non-toxic nail polish.
“I was so happy that everyone got spoiled at my shower!” the mom-to-be, who was presented with a gift card toPOSH Mommy, tells PEOPLE.
Pappas Stagliano chatted with PEOPLE following the fête to discuss how she’s preparing (or trying to!) for the pending arrival of her daughter.
DeAnna:By trying to sleep A LOT!! Stephen and I are just trying to make sure we have the necessities, bottles, clothes, diapers, a bed — you know, the big stuff.
We keep hearing that the first three months are the hardest and all she’ll do is eat, sleep, poop, and pee. So as long as I can breastfeed and she’s got some diapers, I think we’ll be just fine!
PEOPLE: Are there any items you still need to buy?
DeAnna:I have lots I still need to buy!(laughs)Is a mom and dad ever fully prepared?!
PEOPLE: Is the nursery all done? If so, have you selected a theme?
PEOPLE: Have you picked out a name yet?
source: people.com
