Even if you can't stand baby shower games, there are still many things you can arrange at your baby shower (or suggest to the organizer) that can make the occasion more bearable...and perhaps even a little fun. Join Flo as we offer our alternatives to typical baby shower activities.

Is it OK not to have games at a baby shower?

Having attended A LOT of baby showers myself, I can say that I have enjoyed my fair share of games. However, having a little variation in the traditional way of throwing a shower (ie. skipping some of the games) has made for much more memorable and exciting experiences. They definitely give your party a different feel.

Do we have to play games at baby shower?

They get to celebrate their new bundle of joy and enjoy the company of friends and family. But while there are plenty of fun activities to do at a baby shower, not everyone wants to play games. Games can be fun but some people find them rather annoying. They might prefer to spend the day relaxing and having fun.

How do you make a baby shower not boring?

Here are some tips and tricks to actually having fun at your own shower.

1. Make it co-ed. ...
2. Hold a separate one for friends and for relatives. ...
3. Make it three hours—max. ...
4. Serve lots of alcohol. ...
5. Make an anonymous tip box labelled “unsolicited advice” ...
6. Pick a convenient location. ...
7. Buy yourself a new outfit for the occasion.

How many activities should you have at a baby shower?

Depending on how long you want your baby shower to go, usually between two and three games is enough to get your guests mingling and keep them entertained, while still allowing for enough time to socialize with one another and the expecting mama.

Funny Baby Shower Game Ideas

How do you make a baby shower special?

19 Unique Baby Shower Ideas

1. 1) Go Co-Ed. ...
2. 2) Think Outside The House. ...
3. 3) Host A Couples Buffet. ...
4. 4) Throw A Just-For-Mom Shower. ...
5. 5) Pamper The Mom-To-Be. ...
6. 6) Pick A Theme For The Gifts. ...
7. 7) Throw A Tea Party. ...
8. 8) Break Out The Crafts.

How do you win don't say baby game?

How to play:

1. Provide enough pins so that each one of your guests will have one when they arrive.
2. Each guest will grab 1 pin and put it onto their shirt.
3. Anytime a guest says “baby”, their pins can be stolen.
4. The guest with the highest number of pins at the end of the baby shower wins!

Are baby showers tacky?

A baby shower hosted or 'thrown' by the parents themselves is considered tacky, but if thrown by someone else, it's more 'socially acceptable'. There is no set rule stating that a baby shower is tacky (regardless of whom it is thrown by) – it is simply a matter of opinion.

Who pays for a baby shower?

The hostess traditionally pays for the baby shower and its associated costs. However, the hostess can divide up the responsibility and costs by asking a few close family members or friends to co-host. This helps to reduce the overall expense and alleviates some of the financial obligation of hosting a baby shower.

Who is supposed to throw a baby shower?

Typically, a close friend or family member will throw your shower, but coworkers or another loved one can all host the party. While every baby shower is unique, the host usually takes care of organizing everything — so you can sit back and enjoy being celebrated.

Why are baby showers so boring?

Baby showers are not fun

All sorts of parties can be fun. But baby showers are not fun. They are structured affairs, herding guests through awkward parlour games and culminating in a lengthy circle sit so the mother-to-be can open presents.

How far along do you normally have a baby shower?

There's no hard and fast rule, but many baby showers happen one or two months before the baby's due date. Throwing the shower sooner is fine, too; maybe there are scheduling constraints or concerns about the baby arriving early, for example.

How do you keep kids busy at a baby shower?

Here are the best ideas featuring baby shower activities for kids.

1. Baby Shower Bingo.
2. 5 Second Rule – Baby Shower Edition.
3. Memory Game.
4. Emoji Pictionary.
5. Tiny Hands Challenge Game.
6. Baby's First ABC Book – Personalized.
7. Baby Block Keepsakes.
8. Personalized Onesies.

Can you throw your own baby shower?

Absolutely. If you're planning for a more casual baby shower or you love the process of planning a party yourself, it's perfectly acceptable to plan your own baby shower. It's less traditional to take the reins yourself.

Do you have to open presents at a baby shower?

As much as guests would love for the mom-to-be to open their gifts, proper etiquette is respecting her wishes and not asking her to open the presents during the shower. Once one gift is opened, a chain reaction will start and everyone will want theirs opened too.

What is the most popular baby shower theme?

Nursery rhymes are a classic go-to for baby shower themes, and expecting parents are all about this one lately. Moons and stars with white, gold and even touches of blue make for a serene, sophisticated look.

Can a mother in law throw a baby shower?

In fact, it's usually considered perfectly acceptable for a sister, mother-in-law, or even the guest of honor's mother to host or co-host a baby shower. It's still unusual for a mother-to-be to host her own shower, though.

What time should a baby shower start?

What Time of Day Should a Baby Shower Start? Baby showers are usually held in the daytime, starting anywhere from 11 AM to 2 PM, with 1-2 PM being the most common.

Does each side of the family throw a baby shower?

It is considered rude to ask someone to throw you a baby shower. Typically a close friend or one of the grandmas-to-be will throw a baby shower. It is acceptable to have a sister or other family member throw the baby shower.

What is baby shower etiquette?

Traditionally, etiquette calls for baby shower invitations to be sent four to six weeks before the party. Send the invitations too early and guests may forget. Send them too late and they might not have enough time to prepare.

What is a sprinkle shower for a baby?

A baby sprinkle is a type of baby shower to celebrate a family's second child. Instead of a traditional shower, the gifts are often diapers, wipes and a few outfits since many families who are expecting their second child already have a lot of the gear they'll need.

Why is a second baby shower called a sprinkle?

The name says it all: Instead of a bigger party where first-time parents are showered with gifts, a baby sprinkle is a more casual, relaxed gathering where the guests of honor are "sprinkled" with support and potentially smaller gifts.

How do you trick someone to say baby?

Each guest takes one pin and pins it to their clothes. Anytime someone hears a guest say the word “baby,” that person's pin can be stolen. The person with the most pins at the end of the baby shower wins!
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Instead of the word “baby,” use other baby shower-related words like:

1. “Mom”
2. “Mommy”
3. “Diaper”
4. “Bottle”

What is a diaper raffle?

A diaper raffle and a diaper fund are a bit different. A diaper raffle is where guests to a baby shower bring a pack of diapers to be entered into a raffle drawing. A diaper fund is where guests can buy a raffle ticket for a set amount of money, then their ticket gets put into a drawing for a prize.

What goes in a diaper bag for baby shower game?

For the game, you ask shower attendants to guess the distance around the expectant mother's BIG tummy. Each person should cut a piece of yarn that they think is equal to the distance around her tummy. They write their name on a game card, wrap the yarn around the card and give the card to the hostess.