The joy of having a baby, especially and a baby shower coming up, is definitely one of the highlights in a mothers life. Planning it can be really fun and with just the right tips you will be able to plan the ideal baby shower. Below are few guidelines to help you put together the perfect baby shower.
#1. Choose A Location For The Occasion
Figure out what the mother-to-be will like. Is she the kind of person that is outgoing or one that is an introvert who keeps to herself? From knowing what she likes, you can be able to decide on the right location where the shower can be hosted.
- A Restaurant – Booking should be done weeks ahead or probably months ahead to inform the restaurant about the event which will allow them to cater and arrange for the number of guest expected to come that day. Check out the various cuisine and menu from which you can choose from according to the parent’s suitability.
- Outdoor Leisure Spot – Outdoor outings at the park, spas, or any other famous leisure spot can be used to host a baby shower.
- At Home – The home is another perfect place to hold the baby shower, the mother-to-be can feel relaxed and able to roam around freely, plus everyone can be able to find their way around easy and get help when they need it.
#2. Theme For The Shower
Before setting up the decorations or start sending out invitations to the guests, figure out a theme that should be used for the décor and invitation design, with some other details that goes with the theme. If the sex of the baby has been disclosed, use some designs and other gender based accessories to design the theme. For a male a blue color scheme is suggested, and pink for a female child.
#3. Refreshment
The food and drinks segment is not much of a big deal at baby showers, prepare light food to serve the invitees. Booking any catering service will require the food to be delivered on time before the guests arrive. Serve cold beverages, enquire from the parents if they will approve alcoholic drinks to be served during the party.
#4. Sending Out Invitations
Send out invitations with the chosen theme which can be used as part of the invitation design and styling. Cater exactly for the number of people that are receiving invitations, deliver the invitation as early as possible, as some people already have their calendar booked ahead of time.
#5. Include Fun Games
Add some few games to kick the event off with. A game of trivia, puzzle, sack race and some other ice-breaking fun activities to get everyone involved in and actively participating.
Although baby showers last for just a few hours, the experience will turn out to be an additional memory added to the lives of the, family members, other invitees, and most importantly, the mother-to-be.