Party planning ideas and tips to make baby showers easy and fun

Thinking through party planning ideas for baby showers is almost as much fun as attending the event itself! Maybe that explains why some people are so much in love with these celebrations. The basic party planning ideas that make baby showers go round are fairly simple and straightforward. Some of the essentials are listed right here for you. I'll also show you where you can get more information.

This event is all about pampering the expectant mommy and showering her with love, attention and gifts. That's one of the fundamental party planning ideas to keep in mind. That's what baby showers are all about!

The accepted party planning ideas call for holding baby showers about 4 to 8 weeks before due date (at least, in North America). Sometimes they're held after birth, for cultural reasons (this is common in other parts of the world), or because of health issues.

Can you suggest gifts to the guests? The best planning idea here is to use a gift registry. As an alternative, designate someone to co-ordinate the gifts (often, the hostess herself) and inform guests accordingly. They can phone her up before the baby shower and find out what the options are.

Should you always play games? The advantage of having games is that they help people mingle and interact well. When possible, do have them as part of your party ideas for baby showers. On the other hand, if mom-to-be does not want them, just leave them out. Don't have anything that she's not ok with.

Can you invite men? Yes, of course. Lots of co-ed events are being held these days, and they're great fun too. So do include men in your party planning ideas. Co-ed baby showers usually have a somewhat different tone than a traditional females-only one, but they're great experiences as well.

Do you always give out favors? This is determined by local practices in the area where you live / hold the event. Check with friends before finalizing your party planning ideas, if you're not sure. Norms for favors at baby showers vary quite a bit in different areas.

Creating a focal point for gifts by using a decorated table is a great party planning idea. Use balloons (helium filled), streamers bunched above the table, confetti in baby themes, etc. Use streamers and balloons liberally around the room at baby showers - they're very cost-effective, high-impact ways to create a lovely look and feel. You can also get cutlery in baby themes - they look great.

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