Why do we organize baby shower? What’s it really for? The goal of baby shower is not only for the gifts, but to show the mom-to-be or the parents-to-be love and support, to help them prepare for the responsibility of parenthood. Above all to celebrate the joy of a new life that’s about to come, and to make the mom-to-be or parents-to-be feel special.
Traditionally, baby showers are ladies only – it’s about the mom-to-be and her friends. But, these days it has also become special for dads-to-be, and so baby showers have become more fun with both the mom and dad’s family and friends.
Here’s a couple of ideas to help you organize and get creative on your baby shower. Ideas on what activities to do and where to have them.
1. Co-ed
Like I said, it used to be that baby showers are ladies only – it is about the expecting mom and her friends having fun. Today, you can mix it and also have the dad and his friends. You will be surprised at how cool dudes (dad or single) can be on baby showers. Their presence makes for the fun activities.
If you decide to go Co-ed, you need to consider the following things:
– go for gender-free or neutral decorations
– have variety of food, mix pastries with some burgers or barbecues for instance
– have drinks that works well with the ladies and the gents
– put together games that allows guests to mingle or work together, instead of working individually
Co-ed baby shower is really fun, you only need to plan it well and the best way to do it is to work with the parents-to-be, make sure to include the dad-to-be in the planning.
2. Take it Ourdoors
Indoor parties with awesome decors, food and exciting games is fun, but there is something about having party outdoors that makes it even more fun.
Perhaps its the sunlight, the fresh air, and the natural surrounding that sets-up the mood, lifts your spirit, and makes you feel comfortable even with people whom you are not acquainted with.
The only thing that could be a problem is the weather. But, if the weather is perfect, consider to have an outdoor baby shower. You can set-up some barbecue grill, organize outdoor games like frisbee golf course or tossing water balloons and other fun activities.
You can order catering too, and set-up some tents if needed. You can go DIY and set-up some hampers for example or you can hire set decorators to work on the theme you decide on.
What’s great about outdoor parties is the space, guests can move around easily and mingle. And it allows you to do a lot of fun games.
3. Couple’s Buffet
If you are looking for a simpler and quicker way of putting together a baby shower, perhaps due to time constraint. Then, you can actually host one by inviting certain number of guests on a buffet or eat-all-you-can.
You can reserve for a lunch or dinner at restaurant. You can book a room or the outdoor area or certain area of the restaurant (ex. the whole rigth side of the resto). Most restaurants if not all, will also allow you to set-up some decorations, as long as you remove them afterwards.
The great thing with buffet party is that it is hassle free – the place and the food are ready. The only downside is that you cannot do activities or games that needs moving around. And you can’t have too many guests at one time.
Still, there are fun activities you can do that doesn’t require guests to more around. Often, this kind of party is more intimate and special because you are closer to each other. So your activities can really focus on the parents-to-be.
Finally, there is no right or wrong baby shower. It is about what you and the parents-to-be wants, and what will make them feel special.
I will be sharing more Baby Shower Ideas in my next posts. Hope these ideas would help you in organizing your baby shower.