Ideas for Planning a 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.