How to organise the perfect baby shower?

Mum-to-be… It's time to organise your baby shower!

Originally from the United States, this party celebrates the upcoming birth of the baby, whether it's a boy or a girl. All the friends and family of the mum-to-be come together to share a lovely moment, with activities, gifts and sweet treats.

You've decided to have a baby shower? The big day is fast approaching and you don't know where to start? Then sit back and relax: Premiers Moments is here to help you and guide you in organising it!

Step 1: Plan the date

Baby showers are usually held before the birth, in the last trimester of pregnancy. Choose a date when you still have enough energy to celebrate baby's arrival.

You can let your guests know 1 to 2 months in advance! That way, you'll be sure the people who matter most are available.

Step 2: Choose the venue

Traditionally, a baby shower is held in the living room, or outdoors in summer. The idea is to have an unforgettable, welcoming place with a bit of space. Choose somewhere you feel comfortable. Depending on the number of guests, the party can be held at your home, mum-to-be, or in a rented venue to make the event even more magical.

Step 3: Choose a theme

The theme of your baby shower is a key part of the party, as it will feature in everything from the invitation and decorations right through to the cake. So find a theme that inspires you, that you love and that makes you feel confident. For example, you could think of a colour, an artist, a style or even a film to give you some ideas.

Decoration also plays an important part in this event. It will set the tone and atmosphere for this warm, friendly occasion.

For example, why not look for DIY ideas on Pinterest for inspiration and to make pretty decorations on a small budget?

Step 4: Plan the food

Brunch, a meal or afternoon tea…?

There are several questions to ask yourself when preparing your baby shower. It's up to you to decide whether you'd like a cold buffet, a hot buffet or table service. And also whether you'd rather go for "homemade" food or call in a caterer.

You can also ask your guests to bring something.

Step 5: Activities to plan

A baby shower is no ordinary day! To make it truly unique, you can plan activities, games or riddles for your guests. For example, using non-toxic fabric paint, ask your guests to decorate a bodysuit for the baby-to-be. Or organise a blind test of nursery rhymes. You can also have them guess the flavours of different baby food jars blindfolded. Finally, you can ask your guests to guess your waist measurement with a tape measure. The person with the best answer in each game wins a small gift.

Remember to take photos, too. It's an unforgettable event that you'll love looking back on!

Step 6: Choose the gift

When it comes to the gift, think practical!
Why not take the opportunity to make life easier for yourself? How, you ask? By getting everything you need for baby’s arrival as gifts!
Whether for a little girl or a little boy, the Premiers Moments newborn essentials set is the ideal gift! You put it together yourself, and it contains everything you need to prepare for baby’s arrival, with nearly 50 essentials selected by health professionals, all in adorable colours!
Here’s what you’ll find inside:

Everything you need to dress baby with beautiful organic cotton bodysuits and sleepsuits in lovely pastel colours. And a gorgeous going-home outfit.
For baby's sleep with a splendid Moses basket, a pretty, well-fitted baby sleeping bag, a little night light and a few pacifiers.
For baby's bath time with a hooded towel, soap, moisturiser, a bath thermometer…
For baby's care with a contactless thermometer, a brush, a comb, nail scissors, breast pads…
For baby's meals with three muslin squares, three bibs, a bottle, a small bottle brush and a cleaning liquid specially designed for baby products.
Finally, for baby's nappy changes with a pack of eco-friendly nappies, an organic liniment and wipes.

As well as being useful, it’s a very touching gift because it makes the upcoming arrival of your little one feel real.

To discover the full contents of the Premiers Moments newborn essentials set, this way! And to build your own set, right here!

Step 7: Thank your guests

Small gifts are a kind and warm way to thank your guests for coming to your baby shower. They could be pretty candles, soaps, photo frames, body products or baby-themed sugared almonds.

Finally, if you'd like to reveal your future baby's sex to your loved ones in an original way, turn your Baby Shower into a Gender Reveal Party!

Dylan
Proud dad of three little ones and founder of Premiers Moments. Together with the whole team, I share our parenting tips here to support you, from pregnancy through your child's first years.