7 Baby Shower Ideas That Are Trending in 2025
By Pam Molnar
M any baby shower invitations request unwrapped gifts or diapers so the mom-to-be can mingle with her guests. This more interactive party setting requires some entertainment for the guests, including crafts, games, and hands-on entertain- ment. Check out these baby shower trends that will take your baby shower from mediocre to memorable. THEMES Everyone loves a themed party, and baby showers are no different. You can choose one based on Mom’s interests or bring the nursery décor theme to the party. This year, popular themes include elements of minimalism, eco-friendli- ness, and sustainability. While there are dozens of ideas, these caught our eye for 2025. An English Tea Garden complete with flowers, serving high tea and finger sandwiches. The Minimalist with all white décor and a simple brunch buffet. Use real plates, glassware, and silverware instead of disposable. Locally Grown is a cute farmers market
place them in invitations, asking the guests to include that item with their gift. You can set up a basket at the gift table, and Mom can take home all the items she will need. Check out the sidebar for a list of items. ASK FOR SOMETHING HANDMADE A busy mom can always use a break, so why not get everyone to read a story to her baby? Ask all the guests to make a video of themselves reading a book to the baby. Upload the videos to a private YouTube channel and have access to the stories wherever you have internet. Not only will it be a chance for the baby to hear and see the special people in their lives, but it is also a wonderful keepsake to look back on down the road. FOOD AND DRINK: GET THE GUESTS INVOLVED Get the guests out of their seats. Bring in a bartender to teach everyone how to make Signature Mocktails and serve them in flights. You can also bring someone in to teach the guests how to make salami roses for charcuterie boards, or if your guest list includes a lot of new moms, how to make homemade pureed baby foods.
theme that includes fruits, vegetables, and flowers. Serve salads and other locally-sourced foods and drinks. CRAFT STATION Some groups prefer crafts over games. If that is your Mom-to-be, there are several ideas you can create at your craft station. You can ask the guests to decorate bibs, onesies, and wooden hangers. If you are looking for some- thing unique, ask guests to create felt books and nursery rhyme characters. Patterns are available on Etsy for guests to trace, cut out, and glue together. GROW BABY’S LIBRARY We love the idea of bringing a book instead of a card to fill up the baby’s library. Instead of buying new, used books are the more eco-friendly choice. This is the perfect opportunity for the partygoers to go through their librar- ies and find gently used books to pass down. You can also look for used chil- dren’s books at the library and ask the guests to sign those instead. FILL THE MEDICINE CABINET Babies need a bunch of different items that first-time moms don’t think of. Make a small card for each item and
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