There are many different places to have a baby shower but the most important thing to remember is that the location is within your budget and first and foremost, the mother to be is totally in love with it! As long as the mother to be approves of the desired location then go for it!
If the location will be a surprise then every now and then ask the expectant mom what types of places she likes to eat at, or places that fit her style. Most of the times, close friends and family members can brainstorm some ideas and come up with the perfect place.
Baby shower decorations are always a huge hit with the shower. You can literally transform a dull room into an unbelievably classy room by just adding some very inexpensive decorations. Flower arrangements are a must, but make sure that the expectant mother is not allergic to certain flowers.
Some of the most popular baby shower decorations include the following:
- Balloons
- Centerpieces
- Pictures
- Banners
- Party Favors
- Flowers
Top Baby Shower Activities To Get The Party Started
There are many baby shower activities to choose from and every shower will be different. When planning the baby shower it is always best to consult the expectant mother and guests to see what will be some of the best events possible for the event.
- Arts and Crafts
- Baby Shower Bingo
- Baby Bottle Drinking Game
- Guessing Game – Guess the Measurement Of Belly
- Diaper Guessing Game – Guess How Many Diapers Are In Diaper Arrangement
Baby Shower Refreshments And Food
One of the easiest way to serve food is to have food lined up as a buffet style. Guests can pick and choose exactly what they want. As the shower goes on, guests may start to get hungry and may go for seconds. You can’t go wrong with a buffet style brunch or lunch.
What is a baby shower without refreshments right? A good idea is to ask the guest of honor what types of drinks she will approve of. If she approves of alcoholic beverages then go for it but if she doesn’t approve there are always virgin drinks that taste just like the real thing but without alcohol.
Other types of non-alchoholic refreshments that can be served:
- water
- juice
- punch
- iced tea
- lemonade
Baby Shower Planning And Etiquete
Remember, this baby shower is being planned for the mother to be. Whatever she says goes, it is her day so she shall have the last word with any type of decisions that need to be made from who is coming, what people should or shouldn’t be invited, what the menu will be, and where to have the baby shower.
The baby shower date should be set no later than 1 month until the expected due date. There is no need to put more stress on the expectant mother during this time.
Most baby showers happen before the baby is born. Any time after conception is fine, but a shower makes for a welcome diversion toward the end of pregnancy. Besides, it just doesn’t seem real if the expectant mom isn’t sporting a big belly.
When setting a date for the party, consult with the parents-to-be first. They may be able to warn you about scheduling conflicts. You may have to accommodate the schedules of grandparents, for example, even if they aren’t the guests of honor. Nothing is worse than planning a party and sending out invitations (see below), only to find out that the most important people can’t make it.
If you decide to schedule a shower for after the baby is born, that’s fine, too. Then guests can bring gifts specific to the baby’s sex. And with a baby as the centerpiece, you’ll have a surefire icebreaker and conversation topic.
Taking into consideration all these tips and ideas will help you plan the best baby shower possible. Not only will it help plan the best baby shower, it will also help make everything go smoother and limit the stress that could possibly happen during the planning time. Nothing ever is perfect and do expect to have some bumps in the road. Roll with the punches and just make sure the guest of honor makes memories that she will never forget.