Baby showers are a traditional method for friends and family to honor the mother-to-be and the new arrival. There are no clear guidelines for who should organize it, who should be invited, or how to choose a theme. However, planning a baby shower can be incredibly stressful for the organizer. You may have too many options or none at all when trying to decide how to throw a baby shower. Planning a baby shower, especially for a close friend or family member, can be stressful. If you botch the planning, you could end up with a bridezilla on your hands. If you want your baby shower to go off without a hitch, the key is to prepare ahead of time. My Signature Party have got your back if you’re organizing a shower. We are in full baby preparation mode, from sending out invitations to deciding on the finest party activities and themes. You may easily arrange a lovely baby shower by following our checklist, or you can book an event with us by clicking this link to feel much more confident that everything will go as planned.
Who Should Host?
Any individual can play the host role. The expecting mother may take complete charge in some families. Some people will ask a close friend or family member to set things up for them. You can also go in a different direction and throw a baby shower as a complete surprise to the expecting mother. Though we will caution that if you do this, you should be very familiar with her.
To-Do List
- Planning date & time
Choose the time and date before you begin anything. Do not schedule the baby shower with less than one week’s notice; instead, allow yourself enough time to prepare. Ask the soon-to-be parents for their advice on the ideal date. Baby showers are typically conducted around the seventh month of pregnancy, more towards the end of the pregnancy.
Avoid offering it beyond the eight-month point because the expectant woman will likely be experiencing too much discomfort to enjoy it. Or, she could give birth early and, in the worst situation, the honoree wouldn’t be present.
- Determination of budget
When organizing a baby shower, the budget is an important consideration. It ought to be able to cover the menu, the location, the seats, the decorations, any relevant games, and so on. Low-cost parties typically have a small guest list or require you to forgo amenities like catering. Don’t worry if you don’t have enough money. It is quite feasible to host a fantastic baby shower on a tight budget. Think about the size of your guest list before deciding any budget. Who should attend? Discuss this with their partner or the expectant mother. The length of the guest list is entirely up to you. But remember that baby showers are typically a private gathering where memories are exchanged. Therefore, it is not a good idea to invite people you hardly know.
- Selecting a Venue
You ought to reserve a space or place before sending invitations. Take into account the day you’ve chosen to throw the party. Does it happen in the spring, summer, fall, or winter? Next, decide on your spending limit and guest count. A venue might not even be necessary if the budget & guest list are modest. If space permits, such showers can be conducted at home with in living room or in the backyard. A venue with enough of space might be preferable if you have a huge budget and a wider guest list.
- Plan the décor
The next step is to plan the decor after choosing a theme. Set aside money from your budget specifically for decorations. Try to check if some of the items may be created by you and some cooperative pals if money is short. All non-perishable decorations should be prepared at least three weeks before to the baby shower. Whenever feasible, buy perishables like pre-filled balloons and flowers the day before the party. Set up everything by arriving at the location early in the morning.
Baby Shower Games
Baby showers typically involve eating, opening presents, mingling with guests, hearing heartfelt toasts, and other activities. But you need a plan if you want your baby showers to be successful and memorable. This should be an enjoyable activity that everyone can participate in. The shower generally begins with attendees mingling and chatting. Then the fun starts after everyone has come. If you’re not into games and entertainment, think about renting a photo booth so that attendees may take home some memorable photos.
Don’t Call Me Baby
Throughout the shower, his amusing game is being played. Each visitor will wear a diaper pin on their shirt in this scenario. No one is permitted to use the word “baby” throughout the celebration. The person who hears the word “baby” first receives their pin. The player with the most pins at the end of the baby shower wins. What you should do is: Give each of your visitors a diaper pin to wear on their top as they arrive. Then go over the guidelines. Finish the game and declare the winner over the last hour of shower.
My Signature Party
If you’re organizing a baby shower or are having one organized for you (congratulations!), you probably already know how many tasks go into such a unique event. There is a lot to keep in mind, from themes and food to RSVP management and gift management. Therefore, we at My Signature Party have developed a comprehensive checklist that will help you arrange the most special baby shower ever while keeping everything on track.
From huge lighted numbers, vibrant balloon arches, and 4–8 person luxury uni-domes to stunning backdrops, elegant plinths, flower walls, UHD 4K projectors and screens, and much more, we have everything you need. We at My Signature Party scheduled all the tasks in order of completion, so all you need to do is book your special day with us to alleviate some of the stress involved with party planning and focus on enjoying it. Nobody knows this better than us: all it takes is a little planning and a few special touches to create a day the expectant mother will remember forever.
