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How to Throw a Fabulous Baby Shower
Ladies,
Your best friend is pregnant, and you've taken on the role of baby shower host and party planner extraordinaire. Channel your inner domestic diva, and throw her a baby shower she'll remember forever.
Not sure where to begin? Start with these helpful baby shower planning tips:
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Select a baby shower theme: Keep in mind if she's having a boy or girl or isn't finding out. Also decide if it will be just the ladies or a couples shower, and if it will be casual or formal. This will set the tone for the rest of the celebration. |
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Create the guest list: Decide on who's coming and how many, and get input from the guest-of-honor. If it's a surprise baby shower, ask her partner or close relative for suggestions. |
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Choose your invitations and decorations: This is easy once you decide on the theme. Get crafty and make everything yourself, or buy everything online. It all depends on your time, budget and creativity. |
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Create the menu: Backyard barbeque, brunch, potluck or reservations at a restaurant? And don't forget about the cake! |
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Plan the activities: Baby shower games are a great way to break the ice, but not everyone is a fan. Games like "Baby Shower Bingo" and "Mystery Baby Food Jar" are safe bets, but not every mom is crazy about "How Big Is Mom's Belly." |
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Pick the favors: Guests always appreciate thoughtful baby shower party favors. And if you're going to have games, it's fun to win prizes. |
But the most important thing to remember when planning a baby shower is that it's all about the mom-to-be. Make sure she's pampered, feels special and has fun!
Happy planning,
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| Baby Shower Invitations |
| Baby shower invitations can be as easy (and cheap) as placing a phone call or sending an email. There are even websites that let you send free electronic invitations. You can also get crafty, head to your nearest craft store, and make your own invitations. Martha Stewart would be proud.
But if you don't have that much time on your hands to make your invitations or call 50 people, or if you don't have a crafty bone in your body, here are some of the best baby shower invitations online that work well with various themes and budgets.
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Hip and Modern: She's pregnant and fabulous, so make sure the invitations are just as stylish. You can't go wrong with these hip Petite Alma Polka Dot Shower cards that make you say, "Yeah, Baby!" Also available in orange with green dots. (25 for $31.25)
Classic and Refined: These beautiful Boatman Gellar Pink Damask Invitations are framed in a classic pink damask border and accented with a green grosgrain bow. So gorgeous, they'll make the guests "Ooh and aahh" before the gifts are opened. (25 for $138)
Cool and Casual: Throwing a couples shower? The fun starts with these colorful Sprinkles Invitations Owl Baby Shower Invitations featuring a groovy owl family perched on a tree branch. (25 for $83.75) The matching Thank You cards are equally a hoot.
Completely Personalized: Want to design your own invitation? With Photoworks Invitations click of your mouse you can personalize a greeting on the cover and include all the details inside the card. Make it extra special by including a favorite photo of the mom-to-be. ($3.95 each)
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| Baby Shower Decorations |
| Depending on your theme and budget, your baby shower decorations can be as simple or as lavish as you choose. Freshly-cut flowers from your garden and artfully-placed streamers can look just as lovely as an expensive floral arrangement from your local florist. And homemade diaper cakes are not only thoughtful and practical, but they make beautiful centerpieces, too.
If you'd rather leave your baby shower decorations up to the pros, here are some ideas ranging from ultra-luxe diaper cakes and baby gift baskets, to elegant baby bouquets and garlands. If anything, check them out for inspiration.
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Darling Diaper Cake: Diaper Cakes are back in a huge way, and they're more gorgeous than ever. Find layers of baby essentials in this creation from Babycakes of Scottsdale. So lavishly decorated, she might not want to take it apart. (starting at $190)
Beautiful Bouquet: How about a beautiful bouquet that doesn't need water? The original Baby Bunch is made from blooms of onesies, tees, hats and socks, and they've just added an organic bouquet for Earth Mamas. ($49.95- $69.95 for organic)
Bountiful Basket: Who says the centerpiece has to be floral? Indulge the mom-to-be with an Erbaviva Baby Gift Basket  full of the best, organic skincare products for her baby. They're so luxurious, she'll want to try some for herself. ($300)
Gorgeous Garland: For something truly unique, have guests write down a special message on the simple, yet elegant cards in the Two Plums Blessing Garland and hang them from their own satin ribbon. A special way to honor the mom-to-be. ($15 for 8)
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| Baby Shower Favors |
| It wouldn't be much of a baby shower without the guests, so show your gratitude by sending them off with thoughtful party favors. They don't have to be extravagant; homemade baby shower treats like cookies and chocolates wrapped in tulle or colored cellophane are just as appreciated as chocolate bars with personalized wrapping (maybe even more so since they're made by you!).
If baking isn't your thing or if you're looking for unique baby shower favors, look no more. Here are a few gifts ideas that will be a hit.
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Ready to Hatch: Remind the guests how joyful it is to watch something beautiful grow with this little Eggling ($9). Just crack the top of the egg and a mini garden will bloom.
A Simple Thank You: There's no simpler way to thank the guests for coming than a small note of gratitude. This tiny bean has "Thank You" written on the side and grows into petite plant in a few weeks. ($12.50)
Edible Creations: Delicate, delicious and divinely packaged, guests will be devouring these Harvard Sweet Boutique treats ($8-$12). Choose from bite-sized brownies, cookies or toffee and the gift box to complement your party's décor.
Necklaces: For an intimate affair, Two Plums offers these elegant, hand-dyed silk necklaces ($34 each). On one side find a simple blessing for mom and baby; on the other, place a special photo.
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