Baby shower: what is the party consists of and how expectant mother can prepare for it 

WHO IS ENGAGED IN THE ORGANIZATION OF BABY SHOWER?

According to an ideal scenario, her friends organize this celebration-surprise for the expectant mother. Pregnant is surrounded with warmth and care, she receives her gifts, having fun and experienced mothers can share valuable pieces of advice.

Expectant mom can also be a full-fledged baby shower director and make everything to her taste, following the items of our guide. Alternatively, trust professionals by contacting the event agency. 

DATE SELECTION

Most often at the party in honor of the birth of a child gather in the last trimester of pregnancy, for a month and a half before childbirth. It is necessary to send invitations in advance to baby shower guests, indicating the theme and the dress code. The optimal duration of the party is 2-3 hours so that the expectant mother can enjoy communicating and attention, but not be tired.

LOCATION

Traditionally the baby shower party is carried out within the house of her friend and expectant mother until the last moment does not realize where the party will take place. You can also get together at the mini-party in the house of the heroine of the party, so baby shower will be as cosy and comfortable for pregnant, especially, given the situation in the world.

In expectant mother's favorite cafe, you can book a table or a separate space for your chamber party. If the season allows you can be gathered outdoors: in a country house with friends, on a picnic in the park or on the beach.

Expectant mom, which remains active in the last months of pregnancy too, will like the thematic party. For example, in the spa or photo studio.

If it is impossible to gather offline due to the circumstances — you can use the Zoom party option. Without this concept, it is already difficult to submit a new reality. In addition, guests of baby shower from different cities and countries will be able to become friends and relatives. Expectant mother will have a happy reason to dress up and receive gifts, the delivery of which can be adjusted to the desired date. Moreover, because the photographers have mastered remote shooting using a webcam, a cute event will be preserved in the photos.   

DECORATION 

Location traditionally decorates with flowers, balloons, garlands, images of cartoon characters. The highlight will be the photo area with the сandy bar. The colours of the party may depend on the gender of the baby.

In addition, for the expectant mother, the symbolic throne chair will be installed, sitting there she will unpack her gifts and get congratulations.

MENU  

The exemplary menu is light snacks, sweets, canapés, fruits, tea, and non-alcoholic cocktails. Headliner treats on baby shower — a beautiful cake. One of the party options can be gender reveal party when the gender of the future baby will be known in an intriguing way. For example, you order a cake with an appropriate stuffing: pink- or blue-coloured. The moment of cutting cake becomes the culmination of the celebration.

ENTERTAINMENT

In advance, come up with fun contests and quizzes on the theme of motherhood and care for the baby. Moreover, prepare small souvenirs for participants in games.

PHOTO AND VIDEO

In order to maintain a warm event in memory for many years, invite a professional photographer and operator. The newly made mother will be looking through these photos and videos with special emotions.