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baby shower is a time to celebrate the impending arrival of a new life, share advice on parenting
and have fun with the girls of course!
Whether you prefer a more traditional
baby shower theme or one with a modern twist, the keys to throwing a successful
baby shower are inventiveness, thoughtful touches, a sense of humour, and good organizational skills.
Anyone, from a family member to a close friend can host the event, which is usually held during the last two months of pregnancy. Some couples even like to wait till the baby can be the guest of honour.
Baby Shower Ideas & Themes
Baby Shower Brunch
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baby shower brunch theme is a great alternative to afternoon or evening showers. Typically starting at 10:30 or 11:00am, why not serve it outside under a big umbrella on your deck in the summer months or inside more formally in your dining room when the weather is cooler. Decorate the table with pretty vintage tablecloths, napkins and a fresh flower arrangement as the centerpiece. Menu ideas are: French Toast, Brioches, Danishes, Croissants, fresh seasonal fruits. Serve with tea, coffee and juices or non alcoholic mimosas.
High Tea Baby Shower
High Tea's have become the latest trend for baby showers. A
baby shower High Tea is usually held between 2pm and 4pm and is ideal in the summer months held outdoors under a lovely shaded tree, in your home or at a teahouse. Menu ideas are: scones with cream and jam, cupcakes, chocolate dipped strawberries, mini club sandwiches, selection of petit fours and sushi. Serve with a selection of loose leaf teas and non alcoholic fruit punch.
Garden Party Baby Shower
A nice garden can provide the perfect backdrop for a
garden party baby shower. Decorate tables with fresh flower centrepieces, terracotta pots filled with fresh herbs or vintage tea pots and teacups filled with flowers. Garden party baby showers are usually held early afternoon. Menu ideas are: fresh salads, ciabatta rolls, cooked ham on the bone, savoury pastries, fruit tartlets, lamingtons and pavlova. Serve with selection of teas, coffee and non alcoholic bubbly.
Mocktail Evening Baby Shower
For a completley different
baby shower idea why not have a stylish evening celebration from 7pm and serve sophisticated finger food and canapés served with mocktails such as (non alcoholic) mojitos, long island iced tea, daiquiris and margaritas. Dress up in evening attire and decorate room with candles, lanterns and fairy lights.
