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eHow Parties & Entertaining Editor
Difficulty: Moderately Challenging
Step1
Choose a date for the shower. Typically reserved for weekends so that out-of-town guests can attend, the shower will likely need to work for several people's schedules.
Step2
Ask the new mom to create a guest list as early as possible. It will give you an idea of how many people you can accommodate in a certain venue, while providing you with other important planning info.
Step3
Choose a theme. What is mom doing for the nursery decor? If the baby has yet to be born, does she know if a boy or girl is on the way? Using the mom's input, find a theme you'll both have fun with.
Step4
Select and mail invitations. Choose or make invitations based on the theme.
Step5
Choose what foods to serve. Finger foods are usually a hit--from cheese and crackers, various dips and fruits and veggies to an array of desserts. Avoid serving alcoholic beverages out of respect for the guest of honor.
Step6
Create or purchase a cake for the baby shower. Bakeries have many fun themes to accommodate the theme of the shower you're hosting.
Step7
Choose decorations. You may opt for the traditional balloons and streamers, or do something different with fresh flowers as centerpieces.
Step8
Plan a few games for fun. There are a variety to choose from, from over-the-top goofy to plain and simple, like guessing the number of jelly beans in a baby bottle. The Internet is a great resource for finding creative entertainment for your group.
Step9
Purchase a special book for the mom-to-be to place memories, details about gifts given and photos from the special day.
Step10
Buy packages of thank-you cards in advance and have guests self-address their envelopes. You'll save the new mom time when she goes to write her cards.
Comments
WebDrops said
on 3/25/2008 This is a full fledged guide... thanks for sharing... for Bay shower themes you can also go for diaper baby shower or may be a little pumpkin theme idea...