Baby Shower Planning

Having a baby is certainly something to celebrate, which is why you should also think of doing something fun - throw a baby shower! It’s an intimate party traditionally held for mums-to-be, to commemorate the blessing bestowed on her and her partner. A Baby shower not only lets her have fun, but also allows her to receive gifts she can use when her little angel comes along. Although baby showers are simpler and more intimate in nature compared to other parties, there are numerous details to take note of regarding this event.

Here is a 10 step guide of things you should remember and attend to when holding your baby shower planning.

1. Who will plan?

Anyone can host a baby shower for the new "parents to be". It can be a family member, a friend, or a co-worker. If it is a surprise shower, then the family can help out with the guest list and gift items.

2. Budget

To determine how much the shower will cost, you will need to know the number of guests, the location of the shower, the menu, what type of party favours, and how many game prizes you will need.

3. Guest List

Organise your guest list by asking the parents-to-be who they would like to have at the shower. Usually this includes friends and family, but a few close co-workers may also be invited. Compile a list with address, phone numbers, and email addresses. Decide if it will be a "girl's only" shower or "couples".

4. Theme

Baby showers are fun! Be a kid again with teddy bears and stuffed animals. Or invite couples and do a buffet or outdoor party. Whatever theme you choose, remember this will be the baby's first party. Have fun! The decorations should mirror the theme of the event. They can be very elegant and costly, or they can be simple but cheerful. It depends on your budget and the theme you’ve chosen. Popular baby shower decorations include banners, streamers, confetti and balloons. Actual baby items are also commonly used for decorations.

5. Selecting the menu

Although your menu should reflect your theme, the time of day is as important - as well as the number of guests. Make this a day of celebration for the Mother-to-be or parents-to-be, her guests, and yourself. Consider the amount of time and room available for the shower, as well as any special dietary needs of the Mother-to-be and her guests. It’s also common for baby shower planners to unify the food according to the theme they’ve chosen. For example, if it’s a cute cherry party, one food items that can be served would be yummy cupcakes with frosted red cherries on top.

6. Location

Choose a location that is easy to get to and will accommodate the needs of the party. Generally, baby showers are held at the home of the host. Have an idea of how many people you expect before arranging any final details.

7. Select the date

The baby shower is normally around six weeks before the due date of the baby's birth. However, some mothers are electing to have the party after the baby is born. Showers are held on weekends and during the week. Try to make the time and day convenient for everyone including any out-of-town guests.

8. Selecting the time

If most of the guests attending the shower work, then an evening or weekend shower will work best. Consider a weeknight for a change of pace if everyone lives near each other. If you choose a weekend date, plan your shower early enough in the day for all who must travel to attend. Be sure to keep in mind the Mother's schedule (naps, doctor’s appointments, etc.).

9. Invitations

Invitations can range from the casual (a phone call) to the most formal (printed invitations). You decide what will work for your shower. Be sure to include all necessary contact information. Consider also including your email if you check it every day.

10. Entertainment

As guests arrive, introduce them to one another. As a unique conversational item, ask your guests to wear a small photo of their child on their shirt. Who doesn't love to brag about their child?!? Another way to break the ice is to provide name tags with a small note, such as, "I attended grammar school with Susie". This is a sure way to start conversations. It’s nice to have a well-sorted program during the shower, so the guests won’t be bored during the event. Here, you can decide what activities (such as the games, the snack time and the gift-opening) will be done and how they’ll be arranged during the party time.

11 . Baby Shower Goodies

You can’t let the guests go home without goodies! These should be memorable but useful items. Party favours are important. These keepsakes allow the guests to remember the fun time they had during the event. This is where Red Cherry Tree can help, contact us at contact@redcherrytree.com, where we can guide and offer a selection of goodies, which can be given to your guests. Red Cherry Tree can provide you a gift service suitable for all budgets from small to large favours for your guests.

Let baby shower planning be as sweet as a cherry on top!!!

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