Loading...Download the Baby Shower Checklist Template that has been designed to create an organized baby shower. Following this list should allow for a well created baby shower. Follow the steps to create an enjoyable baby shower for the Mom-To-Be.
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Step 1 – Section 1 – 2 Months Before
- Who is hosting and Cohosting
- Create a budget
- Choose the location
- Set a date
- Create a guest list
- Is this a Mom’s or a couple’s shower
Step 2 – Section 2 – 1-2 Months Before –
- Choose a Theme
- Plan the menu
- Select invitations
- Ask Mom to create a baby gift registry or two
Step 3 – Section 3 – 1 Month Before –
- Send invitations
- Ask for RSVP
- Include directions to the shower
- Include the registry information
Step 4 – Section 4 – 2-3 Weeks Before –
- Finalize the menu
- Order the shower cake
- Order flowers
- Purchase decorations according to the theme of the party
- Purchase tableware and linens
- If needed, rent or order extra tables and chairs
- Schedule entertainment if applicable
- Purchase party favors, games, prizes
Step 5 – Section 5 – 1 Week Before
- Finalize guest count
- Confirm any rentals and/or reservations
- Wrap favors and prizes
- Have a camera with extra batteries if needed
- If hosting the party in your home – begin the cleaning process
- Prepare name tags and table assignments
- Prepare menu cards, if you so desire
- Plan room arrangement and seating
- Purchase your gift for your guest of honor
Step 6 – Section 6 – 1 Day Before the Shower –
- Review games
- Decorate
- Pick up the cake
- Purchase ice, chill beverages
- Create street signs
- Set up buffet table
- Set up background music if applicable
- Prepare party foods
- Check your checklist to be certain everything has been attended to.
Step 7 – Section 7 – The Day of the Shower
- Place party favors on the tables and complete decorum
- Provide one table for gifts only
- Set Tables
- Set up Food
- Arrange glasses, ice and beverages
- Pick up balloons
- Place signs for the party
- Keep a notebook to record gifts
- Put on background music