Organizing for a fun-filled and memorable baby shower ain’t that tough once you plan it well. And planning is easy once you know the essential details to look into.
If it is your first time to host a baby shower, then you have come to the right place. Here is a simple guide to help you with your planning. Let’s get down to it.
In my previous post, I have shared about looking at possible location for the baby shower. Now, the location or “where” the baby shower will be held is the first thing you have to decide on. And in deciding, you have to consider the mom-to-be’s preferences: is she a home-buddy or someone who loves to eat out with friends or maybe loves outdoor activities and hanging out with friends and family.
Once you have decided on the location, then these following essential details come next:
1. Theme
Every fun and exciting party always has a theme, and baby shower is no exemption. Infact, it is the main thing in a baby shower.
All the other details of the baby shower from decorations to invitations to food and games, works around a theme. Hence, you have to have a theme before you can decide on the decorations or design the invitation and stuff.
Now remember, just like in choosing for the location, the theme must reflect the mom-to-be’s personality and preferences. Why? Because it’s her day and what matters most is what will make her the happiest.
On the one hand, theme may also center around the baby. There are so many themes to choose from. I have shared in my previous posts various baby shower theme ideas. For instance, if you know it’s a girl, then you can have a barbie theme or fairy princess or pinks and glitters. If it’s a boy, then you can go for a cowboy or superhero them. And if you don’t know the baby’s gender, then you can have unisex theme like safari theme or butterflies.
2. Invitation
Next is sending out invites. Consider the theme and the mom-to-be’s preferences in designing for the invitation, especially “who” to invite.
The number of guests depends on your location or venue and the theme: whether it’s an intimate one or a huge party.
If you are not sure of the invitees, then it helps to asks some of your friends, if not the mom-to-be herself.
3. Food and Drinks
A party is not a party without food and drinks. It doesn’t need to be elaborate or luxurious, but it must center around the theme. Something simple, but the group will enjoy eating.
It is also important to learn about your guests’ special dietary needs and or food allergies, just in case.
4. Activities and Games
Just like in every other party, you want your guests to have fun, and above all make it extra special and memorable for the mom-to-be. To get fun going, you need to have ice breakers that will make everyone feel comfortable.
There are so many games and activities that you can play, but make sure you consider your location and your guests in coming up with your games. Go for physical and mental activities that allow your guests to work in groups rather than individually. You can play guessing games or charades or relay among others.
I have shared various baby shower games in my previous posts. You may check them out for more game ideas.
Finally, baby showers usually only run around three to five hours, but the memory its creates lasts for years and years. That is why it’s very special for the mom-to-be. Ofcourse you would want that memory to be worth cherising, right? And the best way to ensure that it’s going to be that, is to have a good plan.
So with that in mind, just follow these simple guide while planning for your first or next baby shower, and everything will be good.