Birth Difference between italian and belgian traditions Belgians: Minne and Britt Italians: Lara and Martina
Italian Belgian When a baby is born we don’t send a birthcard to announce the new life but we hang on our door a pink or light blue bow. When a baby is born, we send a card to let people know that the baby is born. After a few months, there is a babyshower to celebrate the new life.
Italian confetti Belgian suikerbonen
Belgian babyshower After the baptism we go to the restaurant where we celebrate the new life with our family and friends.
godparents Italian Belgian In italy they are called «madrina» and «padrino» and they are usually friends or family. In Belgium they are called «meter» and «peter» and they are usually friends or family.