Choose a theme:
Decide on what kind of decorations you would like.
Here is a list of some popular ideas
- Color theme- a less expensive way. You can just use solid colors for
decorations
- Character Theme- This is my favorite. I love using storks. Teddy Bears or
even "the cow that jumped over the moon."
- Around the Clock-This theme focuses on the gifts that are brought by the
guests. In the invitation, assign a guest to bring a gift that baby or mom would
use at a certain time of the day. This is a fun way for guests to shop for the
mom-to-be and always fun at the opening of the gifts. Hint: have the guest
place the time assigned to her on the gift card or on the gift.
- Build Baby's Library- Ask that all gifts are books for the baby. Let guests
know this in the invitation. Possibly ask them to bring their favorite childhood
book and sign it inside as a keepsake. Great for second baby showers! Also,
a fun party to plan - invitations in the shape of a book and bookmarks for the
party favors! Get creative!
- Noah's Ark-Great for twins! Make a Noah's Ark cake! Check your local
bakeries to see if they will make one for you, or if you can bake cakes, try to
do it yourself. If your party is large, then place sets of stuffed animals on each
table next to or weighting down some balloons. Buy two for each table. So,
one table would be the giraffe table (with two giraffes), one could be the
elephant table, etc... If it is a rather large party and you will be having assigned
seating, then this could even be more fun. On the seating cards, instead of
numbers write the animal table that they are assigned to. A great ice breaker!
- A "Sprinkle"- Sprinkles are perfect for second baby showers. Instead of
"showering" you with the large baby items needed for the first child, your
guests can "sprinkle" the little things that need replenished. Such as: diapers,
baby wipes, bottles, baby shampoo and lotions, diaper cream, pacifiers, baby
socks,and countless other necessities. A nice way to gather together and
celebrate the second pregnancy.
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