Browse through our games and hosting tips. We're sure you'll find helpful information to assist you in making your event successful. We also have recipes and cake ideas that will help you create magnificent desserts. Click on the baby shower icons to the left for recipes and cake ideas. Baby Shower Etiquette and Hosting Tips
Games
There's A Bun In The Oven
Unscramble Baby Words
Mommy and Me
Name Game
Game List I
Game List II
Prize Ideas For Guests
Bath & Body Lotion/Soaps
Scented Candle
Coffee or Latte Mugs
Ice Cream Bowls
Picture Frame
Small Plant
Chocolates
Baby Shower Themes
Two - three months before the event choose a theme. The theme should be incorporated into your invitations as your invitations will set the tone of the shower. You can also incorporate the theme into your decorations and plates, napkins and cups. Discuss the theme with the Mommy to Be, it's her special day. Here are a few ideas:
Mod Mom
Noak's Ark
Old MacDonald's Farm Animals
Snips and Snails or Sugar and Spice
Sports
Sailboats
Frogs
ABC/Building Blocks
Butterflys
Lady Bugs
Baby Laundry
Under the Sea
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star
A Star is Born
Poodles In Paris
Safari
Preparing For The Baby Shower
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Two - three months before the event, decide on your theme, location, time and etc. Prepare your guest list. Be sure to consult with The Mother To Be on the guest list.
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Six - eight weeks before the event sent out invitations. Your invitations will set the tone of the shower. Be sure to include the theme if you have selected one. Your guests can purchase gifts that include the theme of the shower or nursery. Include an RSVP so you can prepare the appropriate amount of food etc.
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Select your menu. We have a great selection of delicious recipes to choose from. Each are easy to prepare and will be a hit!
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Two - three weeks before the event, select your decorations and your center piece. Our non-edible diaper cakes make a great center piece and practical gift for mom. They also compliment the cake that you will be serving for dessert.
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Select the games and favors that you will use. (See our game list above).
The Day Of The Event
On the day of the event, you will find the following hostess tips useful:
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Greet each of your guests.
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Once guests have gathered, introduce the Mother To Be.
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Have guests introduce themselves and state how they know the Mother To Be. This can be a fun ice breaker.
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Play 2 - 3 games you have selected.
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Serve your appetizers or meal.
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Have the Mother To Be open her gifts.
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Serve shower cake and allow guests to mingle and admire gifts. If you have a guest book, have your guest sign the book before leaving.
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Give shower favors or grand prize and thank guests for coming.
