Baby Shower Inspiration
Pick a Theme and Send the Invites
You don't need to go crazy with a theme, you go subtle with a classic pink, blue or sage green, or you can pick a fun theme like:
Little Pumpkin
Baby Elephant
Neutral Colors
Once you pick a theme that fits the mother to be, you will need to pick invitations. You can create free ones here and send them via email (the standard in today’s world), or you can go old school and send mail in invitations. Some great places to find invitations are on Etsy, or Minted. Don't forget to include where they are registered for gifts!
Here are some pictures for inspiration!
Check out more ideas on my Pinterest board here
Decorations
Decorations are the fun part. You really only need a cute table display, some balloons and a cute photo op area for the guests to grab a picture with the mom to be!
The table decor can be accomplished with a table runner and some greenery and flowers. You can decorate the food table (if you are having one) and the table the guests will be sitting at to eat or play the games. It is always fun to throw in some accents keeping to the theme on the greenery on the runner.
I also like to use an elevated disposable plastic plate; one because they aren't flimsy and so they are less likely to fold when you put some snack on it, but also because they look so classy! I love this dusty rose and white option. See below.
A simple chiffon wall, or balloon garland makes for the perfect photo op area for the mother to be and her guests!
Don’t Forget the Games!
While the games may sound cheesy there are so many fun baby shower games you can play today that are a hit with crowds for all ages. Some crowd favorites are:
Baby Advice and Predictions
A thoughtful card where you predict the baby's arrival and give the parents some advice to navigate this next adventure.
Hilarious scratch off game for all ages. When you find the dad to be you!
Can you guess which celebrity named their baby that?!
Players guess which fun fact is the correct answer.
Match the Baby Name to Their Celebrity Parents
Baby Trivia
When guests arrive put a frozen baby ice cube in their drink. Whose ever ice cube melt first wins!
My Water Broke!
Make a Baby!
Guests try their best at making the “perfect” baby out of Playdough.
Guess how big the mom-to-be’s tummy is! Be sure to ask the mom-to-be if this okay!
The Price is Right
Where you guess the price of commonly purchased baby items-babies are expensive!
Guess Mommy’s Tummy
Guess how big the mom-to-be’s tummy is! (Some moms-to-be are quite sensitive about measuring their baby bumps so be sure to check with them first.)
Guess the Animal’s Gestation Timeline
9 months could be worse- players match the animal to their gestation period.
Guess What’s in the Jar
Christina’s Party Corner sells prepackaged bridal games and pencil kits. Check them out here.
Food
Some light snacks and desserts are all you truly need. You will need some good finger foods for your guests or save yourself the trouble and get it catered! If you are going to make snacks yourself, here are some cute baby themed options that are always a hit-even for the pickiest eater!
Fruit kebabs, deviled eggs, charcuterie boards, pinwheel sandwiches, salads, bagel bars
Don’t forget the bubbles for the other guests! Brut Rose at the “Momosa” Bars are always popular!
Prizes and Favors
Don’t forget prizes for any of the game winners.
Favors for everyone that took time to shower the bride with love is always a nice touch, and you don't need to break the bank. Below are some fun inexpensive thank yous you can provide your guests!
Handmade soaps on Etsy offer an elegant personalized touch!
Customized bottle openers or wine stoppers
Chapstick favors in mint
Popcorn or treat bags!
A packaged homemade treat or mini bottle of Rose “Pop when she pops” A toast when baby arrives.
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