How To Throw The Perfect Baby Shower
Pick the Date:
I would suggest picking a date at least 1 month prior to the due date, but always check with the mom-to-be first. In most cases, this is strictly an "all girl" event, but if daddy-to-be wants to come, just make sure there are gifts just for him as well as a game so he does not feel out of place.
Pick a Theme:
Not everybody has a theme that truly fits them, so sometimes a color scheme works best. If you know the baby's sex, then pink or blue will fit, or if it is unknown, pastels are always a good choice. There are websites you can use to buy everything from invitations to decorations so take a look at these options first, especially if you are having a theme or color scheme and want everything to match.
Send out Invitations:
Work with the mom-to-be and possibly the parents to make sure everyone is on the list. If her co-workers or neighbors are throwing a seperate shower, you need not invite them unless she indicated to do so. If you know of a "surprise" baby shower, you may need to invite those people so she doesn't get suspicious of the other shower. Invitations should go out 6-8 weeks before the baby shower, with an r.s.v.p. of 2 weeks before the shower so you can plan the menu. Be sure to use a number where people can leave a message if you don't answer. Leave a list of invitees by the phone so you can mark them off as you get responses. If someone does not reply, plan on them being there.
Plan the Menu:
Usually baby showers are planned for a Saturday or Sunday afternoon. If you choose between the hours of 11:00am-2:00pm, you can serve brunch or lunch. Anytime after 2:00pm plan on lunch. I like to serve breakfast casseroles for the earlier parties-they are prepared the day before and eliminate extra work and clean up the day of the shower. For lunch ideas, I like to make chicken salad crossaints or have a deli tray of make-your-own sandwiches. Tossed and fruit salads are great for either time of day. Always have a vegetarian option for those who don't eat meat or who are on a diet. A cake for dessert is the easiest, but be creative. Decorate it with your theme in mind, or get a baby picture of the mon-to-be and have your local bakery screen that on the cake.
For drinks, no one expects a full bar, since the guest of honor cannot partake! Serving a nice champagne punch or sangria is all you need, or think about making a non-alcoholic punch with champagne on the side for those who wish to indulge. Mimosas or Mojitos are a fun idea, for either time of day. Make sure to have plenty of bottled water, soda & diet soda on hand as well. If children will be attending, juice boxes are a safe an easy way to go for them!
Plan the Party Schedule:
If you had planned an 11:00am Sunday brunch, here's a possible schedule:
10:30 Take out breakfast casseroles to bring to room temperature-Pre heat oven to 350.
10:50 Put breakfast & potato casseroles in oven
11:00-11:30 Greet guests, offer beverages
11:30-12:00 Play first baby shower game and give out prizes
11:55 Take out casseroles, mix salads and put out bagels & spreads
12:00-1:00 Serve Brunch, refill drinks
1:00-1:30 Play second baby shower game and give out prizes
1:30-2:30 Make sure everyone has a seat & a drink, then open gifts. Ask a friend to write down who each gift is from as a courtesy to the mom-to-be.
2:30-3:00 Relax, enjoy yourself, and as guests leave be sure each one gets a baby shower favor to remember this great day!
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