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Do you have an expectant friend or family member who you'd like to throw a party for? A successful baby shower takes time, money and organization. Continue reading for some ideas on how to plan a baby shower.
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Baby Shower Games
This video features ideas for baby shower games, focusing on baby shower games for boys. The video discusses how to integrate the baby shower games into the theme of the baby shower as well. You will get a demonstration of how to play the games and the items to use for the games and for decorating for the shower.
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Introduction
- The anticipation of a new baby makes planning and having a baby shower great fun. Start early and consult the expectant parents regarding their wishes for a time, day, theme and who to invite. Delicious food, cute decorations and good friends will all contribute to a perfect celebration of the new addition to your family or your friend's family.
Step 1: Choose Your Date, Time, Location and Theme
- Organization is the key to a successful party. Some important considerations include:
- The date: Check with the expectant parents to see what day is best for them, and try to plan the party for four to six weeks before the baby is due to arrive. If the party date falls too close to the due date, you run the chance of the baby arriving early.
- The time: Plan for a two-hour window of time in which to have the party. This allows for time to feed your guests, play a few games and watch the mother-to-be open her gifts. Make the time dependent on whether you decide to serve lunch, dinner, appetizers or just dessert, and on what is most convenient for the guest of honor and her friends.
- The location: If you know the number of guests that will be invited, it should make your choice of location easier. Most smaller showers are given in the home of the hostess, but for a larger crowd, consider renting a party house or a meeting room at a restaurant.
- If the parents have chosen a theme for the baby's room, you may want to incorporate that as your theme for the party. Some popular themes include:
- Winnie the Pooh
- A Star is Born
- Sports
- Sesame Street
- Noah's Ark
- Holidays
- Teddy Bears
- Once the theme has been chosen, it's time to plan and shop for party decorations.
Step 2: Invite The Guests
- New mothers-to-be may have more than one shower and may prefer to group certain friends together for each event. Is she interested in having her husband there? Then perhaps a couples shower is in order.
- Once the decision is made, ask the expectant mother to provide you with a list of names and addresses. Address and mail the invitations four to six weeks prior to the date of the party. This will give the guests a chance to check their schedules and r.s.v.p by a given date. Make the response date early enough to enable you to plan the amount of food and drinks that will be needed. Have the expectant mother register at a convenient baby store.
Step 3: Plan The Food and Beverages
- Unless you are having a small intimate shower and are planning a full meal, then appetizers, finger sandwiches, soups or salads can be made ahead of time and are simple and easy to serve. Oftentimes it is best to serve food that is easy to hold on the lap or to somehow eat without the benefit of a table. Non-alcoholic beverages such as soft drinks, punch and coffee are common. And don't forget to plan on baking or ordering a sheet cake or cupcakes.
Step 4: Plan The Party Games
- It is customary at baby showers to play games, but it is not necessary. Games help to break the ice and involve the guests with one another, especially if many are not previously acquainted. Choose the games with the guests in mind and make them fun and not too involved. Present your choices to the expectant mother for her consideration and approval.
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