2015-02-23

A baby shower is a beautiful way to celebrate the fact that you're bringing a new person into the world. No doubt that friends and family will be excited to celebrate your new bundle of joy with you.

A new baby can be overwhelming, but the shower doesn't have to be! Of course you want to create a memorable event while also keeping it lots of fun! We've got you covered with ideas for baby shower themes (for girls, for boys, and for those who want to keep it a secret), baby shower decorations to go with those themes, and baby shower invitations to go with those decorations. Of course we have ideas for baby shower cakes and baby shower favors to go with all that too! And if you're heading a baby shower as a guest, our list is a great place to look for baby shower gift ideas that are perfect for a new mom.

Shower the expectant mom and newest arrival with lots of love, friendship, and a beautiful baby shower. These ideas will make any shower beautiful and special. Let us know what your favorite ideas are!

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Give a Door Latch Cover Gift

Shhh! Don't wake the baby. A door latch cover is a great DIY gift for any new mom. This cute little cover is held in place with elastic bands that slip over any door knob. It's a great way to ensure you never wake the baby with a squeaky latch.

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Make Lifesaver Pacifiers!

Lifesaver pacifiers are a great treat and a great DIY! All you need is some lifesavers, some jelly beans, and some frosting. If you know the gender, decorate accordingly!

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Make Baby Bottle Trophies

Use gold, silver, and bronze spray paint to create baby shower game trophies.

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Send Diaper Invites

Diaper invites are the perfect way to invite guests to your baby shower. Plus they're really cute!

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Make Your Guest Book Out of Wooden Initials

If you've already chosen a name, why not have guests sign wooden initials? This makes for a great keepsake for your baby. Just think of all the people that loved him before he had even arrived! The initials also make great nursery decorations.

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Use BabyBookie.com to Guess Arrival Date

BabyBookie.com is a new way to bet on the baby's arrival date. All you have to do is start a pool online and invite friends and family to join. This is also a great way to announce when the blessed arrival actually happens.

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Try a "You Are My Sunshine" Theme

Your new baby will, for sure, be your sunshine. Decorate with real and paper sunflowers.The greys and yellows of this theme are also perfect if you don't yet know the baby's gender.

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Have Guests Decorate a Toy Block

Invite each of your guests to decorate a wooden block with markers or pre-cut adhesive squares. They make for great keepsakes for your baby and great decorations for his or her room!

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Go for a Milk and Cookies Theme

Milk and cookies = the perfect snack. So it makes sense that it would be the perfect theme. Treat guests to various cookie options: sugar, peanut butter, and of course, chocolate chip! This party is made complete by setting up a "milk bar."

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Play Sperm Cornhole

Don't be afraid to get a little raunchy at your baby shower. C'mon, the baby had to get in there somehow! A sperm cornhole game will keep guests laughing.

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