Motherhood can be both thrilling and nerve-wracking for new moms. A thoughtfully planned shower can provide support and celebrate her as she embarks on this new chapter in her life.
Khloe Kardashian hosted an elaborate pink-themed baby shower to welcome True, but you don’t need an extravagant budget to create an impressive display. A Wonder Woman theme may be ideal to honor and recognize new mom’s strength and determination!
Pumpkin
Pumpkin party themes make an easy, memorable choice for fall-loving mamas. Party planner Kelsy Graves embellished her festive décor with cute DIY latte cups and hanging cute mini pumpkins from branches for a truly stunning display.
As an idea for an unforgettable baby boy shower, consider hosting one in a safari theme. Decorate with animal prints such as zebra prints and cheetah spots, and offer favors such as mini honey jars to take home with guests.
Or opt for an elegant tea party theme suited for the female mom-to-be, like this gorgeous celebration from Catch My Party that is full of pink details and delicate décor.
Unicorn
Pregnancy can be an extraordinary journey, so add some magical flair with a unicorn theme filled with pastel colors and whimsical decorations. Bundle paper pom-poms with gold horns for simple but pretty centerpieces or use them as party favors for an unforgettable party experience!
Show your mom-to-be that you respect their desire to see the world with a globetrotter shower! Inspire guests by including world maps and international cuisine as gifts of their journey.
Fans of Dwight Shrute and Michael Scott from The Office should throw an Office-themed celebration. Use their favorite quotes on invitations as well as funny photo booth props to keep laughter going at this festive occasion.
Beatles
If the soon-to-be bride loves The Beatles, create an engaging theme party. Decorate the space in pastels with pops of floral print for an authentic effect, serving tea (or coffee) with crumpets and finger sandwiches for guests wearing Duchess-esque fascinators and encouraging photos!
Create a keepsake by giving each guest small smooth stones with markers for creating personalized “you are my sunshine” rocks as keepsakes from the event. They will serve as sweet reminders of all of the wonderful times shared at your celebration!
Circus
For an enjoyable party experience, consider throwing a circus-themed celebration. Consider purchasing mustache-inspired invitations and buying assorted sizes of goofy balloons; decorating the venue with eye-catching paper fringe; wrapping each table setting with napkin rings featuring mustaches as another fun detail; buying mustache-themed napkin rings adds the perfect whimsical touch!
Encourage guests to embark on their own travel experience with a travel-themed shower. Display a world map as decoration, serve cuisine representative of various countries, and hand out personalized rocks as keepsakes for each guest.
Around the World
When planning a baby shower for a friend or family member, look beyond pink and blue when selecting a theme that reflects her interests and personality!
Consider throwing an extravagant travel-themed shower for the adventurous mom-to-be! Make use of a world map as your backdrop or table runner and display travel-themed décor, as well as invite guests with the carriage, hot air balloon, or ship setting sail invitations for an eye-catching atmosphere.
Host a blessingway party inspired by Navajo tradition and ask guests to bring gifts that represent their wishes for the mother-to-be on her journey into motherhood.
Donuts & Diapers
Host a donut-themed party for the pregnant mama-to-be who enjoys her food! Hang a donut wall, decorate it with delicious treats, and add mustache balloons for some added humor.
Offer her friends and family the opportunity to share their words of advice for her as a new mom by creating a book of well-wishes. This creative idea makes a thoughtful gesture instead of filling out an ordinary guest book that might never get read!
Regal themes make an excellent way to decorate for both baby girls and boys, be they boys or girls. Decorate with crowns and royal elements, serve a princess-themed cake, and provide treats like cupcakes or canapes that adhere to this theme.
Quilting Bee
If the mom-to-be is expecting in winter, create an inviting holiday theme baby shower using festive décor such as poinsettias and snowflakes as well as food from winter like roast vegetables and hot cocoa to create a celebratory and enjoyable celebration.
For an adorable spring baby shower, consider Pizzazzerie’s bee-themed party complete with sweet honey party favors or Glitterinc’s tea party in celebration of a girly mom-to-be.
If the new mom-to-be is an avid reader, ask friends and family members to bring books as presents for this bookish baby shower theme. Decorate with stacks of books as decorations; serve book-shaped cookies or cake.