Ideas for Planning a Baby Shower
Decoration
Create a unique baby shower decoration using a clothesline and onesies that fit your theme! Spice up your decorations while showcasing a line of baby clothes as gifts for the mom-to-be! This decoration is so simple and will really add that special something to the event.
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Surprise the mother to be with a nautical themed baby shower full of stripes, buoys, and festive desserts! You'd be surprised at just how easy it is to turn your party into a sea-worthy bash even sailors would be jealous of!
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Baby elephant baby showers are always sweet, but this particular take on the classic shower theme is one we're really impressed with! Check out all the amazing details to inspire a whimsical elephant baby shower you might be planning.
Inspiration
If you are looking for inspiration to plan your baby shower, check out these top baby shower ideas for a baby boy, baby girl, gender reveal or gender neutral baby showers.
Inspiration
If you're expecting twins, plan one of these baby shower ideas made for two. These twins baby shower ideas are full of adorable inspirations to get ready for your double arrival!
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For your upcoming little duckling, plan a duck theme baby shower. From rubber duck centerpieces, little ducky cake pops to decor tips inspired by yellow ducks, check out some adorable duck theme baby shower ideas from around the web.
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Though not a baby shower per say, this gender reveal party is chock full of pink and blue inspiration, plus lots of fun that both genders and guests of all ages will enjoy!
Activity
Contrary to baby showers, gender reveal baby parties offer a lot more opportunity for fun and games. While baby showers are more about "showering" a mom-to-be with all the must-haves for baby, a gender reveal is pure fun for all! Check out these ideas to incorporate into your own gender reveal celebration.
Craft
Is baby a boy or girl? Cast your vote! Get all your Gender Reveal Party guests in on the fun with this easy, inexpensive and crafty activity addition.
Recipe
Bite-sized desserts are always a fun and easy addition to baby showers. These jumbo marshmallow pops are always a crowd pleaser and can be customized to fit your baby shower theme or color scheme.
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Baby showers and gender reveal parties are both deserving of special drinks even if they are mocktails. Check out our easy tips on how you can create pink or blue drinks for your party.
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Plan a beautiful spring baby shower by incorporating some of these pretty and easy ideas. See how to create your own DIY decorations and centerpieces, tablescapes and other ways to make your whimsy spring baby shower a beautiful event for the Mom-to-be.
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Baby's arrival is one of the most exciting moments for any parent, but what about all those thrilling moments leading up to it? If you're expecting, consider a countdown to baby idea like one of these to document and celebrate your entire pregnancy.
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For a gender neutral baby shower theme baby animals are always a good way to go. We're loving this modern, stylish and simply adorable giraffe baby shower!
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Themes for modern, gender neutral baby showers are always in high demand. Contributor Chris Nease shares her innovative and inexpensive baby shower ideas for an adorable owl theme party that all begins with choosing the right invitation. See how she combines modernity with mom-inspired flair for this adorable baby shower look.
Activity
Get guests at your baby shower crafting! Set up a DIY onesie station to create custom designs mom-to-be will adore and appreciate!
Drinks
Punch is the quintessential party drink. It has a sweet 50s nostalgia about it that makes the drink just as popular today as it was over half a century ago.
Inspiration
New babies always bring so much excitement! Rather than share your boy or girl news with friends and family via a boring phone call, celebrate your new baby's arrival and gender reveal with this creative celebratory cake idea. It's sweet on so many levels!
Recipe
Hosting a baby shower at home and feeding a group of ladies is easy enough - you just need the right menu! These recipes for a light, fresh luncheon are quick and simple and can be prepared ahead of time.
Inspiration
Unless you need a second or third shower in the traditional sense, avoid hosting one. Instead, celebrate all your children with the same pomp and circumstance with one of these party ideas - sans gifts!
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Invite friends and family over to celebrate the news instead of just sending out an announcement. A lot less formal than a baby shower, this little celebration is a great way to gather those nearest and dearest to celebrate the new baby-to-be.
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For a cost effective and small shower, try hosting this seasonally themed affair in the comfort of your own home or yard. It's an easy and wonderful way to celebrate new life, draws of the symbols of the season and let's you get creative with word play.
Inspiration
Check out this gallery full of creative and over-the-top baby shower cakes. From a cake with a baby's bottom to a cake that looks like a little girl's dress, these cakes certainly are a unique way to serve sweets at a baby shower!
Activity
Not all baby shower games were created equal! Skip the boring old games and opt for some more modern activities for the baby shower. We've got 3 fabulous ideas that will impress the mommy-to-be.
Decoration
Baby animal shower themes are a popular choice for showers. This whimsical giraffe inspired design is perfect for a baby boy, girl or a neutral celebration. Check out the tips and ideas to recreate this look!
Recipe
Baby jars make for a delightful alternative to the typical glass bowl for a parfait dessert served at a baby shower. Dress up your desserts with the colors and theme of your shower for an irresistible treat!
Drink
Your mother-to-be is probably stressed with work, baby planning and those horrible hormones don't help matters. Make one of these mocktails to help her unwind at the baby shower!
Recipe
Being that most baby showers will take place late morning or early afternoon, you should consider a couple of things when planning out a baby showers menu. For crowd pleasing choices, try to incorporate lunchtime favorites with a sophisticated twist. These easy baby baguettes (pun intended) are an ideal option.
Craft
This Baby Shower Diaper Cake is not only an adorable centerpiece, but it is also a great gift for the mother-to-be! These step-by-step directions make it easy to assemble, and it is easily customizable to any theme.
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Looking for an alternative to the "Baby Shower Diaper Cake"? This super creative DIY Stork is a great way to get your guests in the baby shower mood. Both super cute and customizable, creating this fantastic centerpiece is easy using our step-by-step guide.
Decoration
From nautical knots to pink sand to beach ready rubber duckies, we've got three beach decor tabletops that are sure to inspire the look and feel for any beach themed baby shower.
Gift Idea
Stumped on what to get that fabulous mom-to-be for her baby shower? Our list of Top 10 Baby Shower Gifts is sure to give you some great suggestions and inspiration that will guarantee you get her something she will love and get use of.
Craft
Homemade chocolate lollipops are easy and inexpensive when made for a crowd. They're also a sweet treat all your guests will appreciate whether you hand them out while the mom-to-be opens her gifts or pass out as favors to thank them for coming to celebrate.
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Stamped muslin bags go from bland to beautiful with just a bit of paint and a carefully chosen stamp. These match our owl theme baby shower ideas, but Chris Nease's simple tutorial makes it easy to recreate at home to match whatever celebration you're planning.
Tip
Adopting a baby is one of the best reasons I can think of to celebrate. Chances are, the mom and dad-to-be have been anticipating the arrival of their child for anywhere from a couple of months to years. Host an Adoption Baby Shower to welcome the precious baby into his or her new home.
Decoration
Keeping your baby shower decorations clean, color coordinated and layered will create a modern look that's meant for a grown-up celebration. Chris Nease shares her tips and decorating ideas to recreate this look - and it all starts with your invitation!
Craft
Chris Nease created the cutest cupcakes for an Owl themed baby shower. No special recipe is needed, just a few basic ingredients. See how she assembled her "mommy" and "baby" owl cupcakes with this easy tutorial.
Inspiration
Don't just take a moment to celebrate the arrival of your new baby boy or girl - turn it into a party! These cute cupcakes will reveal the gender of your baby-to-be in a fun way, surrounded by the ones you love most.
Craft
What better baby shower gift than a hand-made onesie? Customized to the tastes of Mommy, of course! Use this great tutorial to make an adorable onesie any mommy to be will love.
Decoration
Expert Julie Mulligan planned a nesting themed shower for her niece and incorporated her bridal shower theme into mix as well. Check out how she did it. We're so impressed with her easy DIY and budget saving decor tips along with the delicious nesting themed cupcake idea inspired by Martha Stewart.
Tip
Send the expecting parents off on a worry-free vacation before their life is taken over by diapers, baby food, and lots of sleepless nights. This may be the last vacation they can take in a while, so make it count!