Let's talk about the three G's of the shower: Goodies, Games and Gifts!
Goodies
It's not a party if there is no food! So what will you feed your guests? Finger foods! Keep it simple. Chips and dips are always a favorite as well as mini pizzas. You could also go the healthier route and serve fresh fruits and vegetables.
Games
Never say "baby"- Every woman at the baby shower gets a necklace with safety pins or clothespins or some other baby object that can be easily removed. If you are caught saying the word "baby" you lose one of your safety pins to the person who caught you saying it. The woman with the most collected safety pins at the end of the party wins.
Candy bar in diaper - This is a classic baby shower game. Place melted candy bars inside of a diaper and have each guest guess what candy bar they are.
Gifts
When searching for that perfect gift to bring to the shower be sure to think of the needs of the new mother. In this economy it is important that you spend your dollars wisely and get something that is going to be of use to the new mom.
According to Babyshower101.com, one of the best shower gifts to give is the Newborn Care 101 Dvd. This great dvd gives parents the answers to frequently asked questions of pediatricians. Dr. Schoenwetter, MD gives step by step advice from the birth and through the newborn stages.
Another great idea for a gift is clothes. Every baby needs clothes. A good thing to keep in mind is that the baby out grows the newborn clothing really quickly. 6-12 months sized clothing will be used more for a longer time. These cute little socks are sized from newborn to 12 months and they will be the hit of the shower!
Diapers are a necessity and a cheap gift that any mother would appreciate. Diaper cakes are a trendy gift right now. They are cute decorative cakes that include diapers and other necessities for baby.
Furniture is a need and can be expensive for new parents. It is sometimes a good idea for party goers to help buy the crib/changing table/car seat in leu of other small gifts. Gift registry's are a great way for mom to let her guest's know exactly what she needs. Finally, anything organic is popular in the baby world right now. You can find organic bedding, mattresses, mattress pads, natural products for both mom and baby as well as clothing. These are great presents for any mom and baby.
