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		<title>Cool Themes To Choose From For A Baby Shower</title>
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<p>If you are to host a baby shower, one great idea to make the occasion more fun and memorable is to put up a theme. Baby showers these days are often theme-based, so why not plan a little bit of that as well? Decide upon the theme that would be perfect for your friend&#8217;s baby shower. When you choose a theme, make sure that she will appreciate it. Most of the time, a baby shower theme is chosen depending on the mom&#8217;s personality, likes, or even hobby. The theme you choose will tell you the type cake, decorations, invitations, games, and favors to purchase. Also, you should take into account the sex of the upcoming baby before you make your final decision.</p>
<p>There are plenty of cool baby shower themes to choose from, if you find the mom-to-be a pretty cool one. Cool themes are fun that both the expectant mom and guests will enjoy. One of the coolest baby shower themesj is the Hollywood theme. You can be very creative in working this theme out that you can even request the guests to come in their Hollywood-like attire. They can wear fancy dresses and accessories. Decorating the venue in Hollywood theme is actually pretty easy. For example, you can include pictures or posters of famous Hollywood stars with their children. You can find baby shower supplies in Hollywood theme at most party stores in your local area. For the baby shower cake, you can have that made that depicts a famous Hollywood mom or the Hollywood hills – which perfect for the theme.</p>
<p>Another cool baby shower theme would be rubber duckies. This one makes a really cute theme for a baby shower. Rubber duckies are easy to be included in different parts the baby shower. You can use them to decorate the tables by creating floating rubber duckies centerpieces. Simply have some clear glass jars or if you have a number of small fish bowls, you can use them instead. Fill the jars with an enough amount of water so that the duckies can float. You can color the water using blue food coloring and you may also include a few crystals or stones to add an underwater feel to the centerpieces. It&#8217;s a good idea to incorporate some oranges or yellows on the table – for example orange or yellow plates or cups. Some of the great food selections to serve here are crab cakes, cheese and crackers, cupcakes with small rubber duckies on the top, brownies and cookies, and croissant sandwiches. For the drink, you can serve a blue punch with of course rubber duckies floating or use a bowl with rubber ducky design.</p>
<p>When looking for baby shower supplies for a themed baby shower, consider browsing online. Today, there are lots of online vendors that sell different baby shower needs, from baby shower invites, decorations to games and favors. Online, you can also find a plethora of baby shower gifts to choose from, which are available in different themes as well.</p>
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<p>Hosting a baby shower party is one of the most precious moments of parents-to-be as this is the first time they would be socially introducing their unborn baby to the world it would be soon welcomed in. This makes it all the more necessary to organize the entire event in a manner that would make it last in the memories of those attending and hosting, for a long long time. Choosing a baby shower theme for your party is one of the major decisions you need to take.</p>
<p><strong>Ideas for Baby Shower Themes</strong></p>
<p>There are plenty of popular baby shower themes that you can apply to your party. Apart from the traditional pink-for-girls and blue-for-boys theme, you can also go ahead with something trendier. For example you could have a silver theme with blue or red accents, or a green theme with little flowers, butterflies, lady-bugs, and other garden-related details. You could even have an underwater baby shower theme with mermaid cutouts, oysters, octopus wall hangings, and other sea-life detailing. Seasonal themes like a Cherry Blossom baby shower theme could also be implemented. Nowadays, it doesn&#8217;t really matter whether you stick to tradition or not. All you need to do is think up of something appropriate and execute everything, from decoration, to favors, to food in a proper manner.</p>
<p>If you wish to stick with something more in-the-book, then you could arrange a nursery rhyme theme and ask all the little kids attending to come dressed as their favorite nursery rhyme character. Of course you will need to inform them about the dress code well in advance, with the invitation if possible. Another option that you could try out would be to have a teddy bear theme and have matching decorations, table cloths, crockery, etc to go with the theme. Animals, fairytales, cartoons, cuddly toys, and plain baby motif themes are also some of the baby shower themes that you could give a try.</p>
<p>Another interesting idea for your baby shower theme would be to have the entire set-up inspired by the cultures of the parents-to-be. A mixed-culture would indeed make the gathering very colorful, diverse and a unique experience for all those present. The menu for the day could incorporate the best dishes from your homeland, and be sure your guests would appreciate the menu, if not anything else, a lot. You can have games for everyone, keep them involved, have lively music playing, and make sure that everyone is having a good time. Remember, the main focus is to be on the mother-to-be and the. This is their day and should be made as wonderful as possible for them.</p>
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<p>There are three ways to decorate a baby shower and it really all depends on the budget. The issue of the budget really also depends on those who are planning the party. They would have to settle on a price for each to cough up or they can start depositing money for several weeks until they reach a certain amount. The details or the budget can be discussed amongst friends. But whatever it is, the money involved in baby shower decorations will be the key to keeping it really simple or going all out.</p>
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<p>No Budget</p>
<p>Okay, people who have no budget to speak of can still plan a party, and a fun one at that. However, this would mean that the party decorations will have to be made up from existing decorations in or around the place that it is to be celebrated at. The party itself can be decorated with just the gifts and the food and it can be held in one of the friend&#8217;s house. If the gifts are part of decorations then don&#8217;t have them wrapped at all. The gifts can be integrated into the decor of the house. Or, if they are to be wrapped, then wrap them decoratively. That way they can be strategically placed on tables and other places for the new mother to see.</p>
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<p>Minimal Budget</p>
<p>If there is a small budget for the decorations, then channel them to balloons and tableware or candles. The tableware can be colorful paper plates and plastic forks, spoons and glasses. There are paper plates with prints on them that are suitable for your baby shower theme. The glasses can be plastic too and of course the paper table napkins come either printed or in different colors. The tableware alone is enough to lend color and decor to a baby shower and it is also functional at the same time. Plants from the garden can be brought in and balloons can be inflated to float to the ceiling or line the floor. Crepe paper, really inexpensive and colorful, can be cut into strips and twisted to form arches and loops hanging from the ceiling. These supplies are inexpensive, but can make a great impression.</p>
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<p>Maximum or Unlimited Budget</p>
<p>This is the type of budget where cost and money is not even an issue. If this is the case, then just ask a planner to decorate the whole place according to the theme and the desires of the expectant mother. Always tell the planner that there is a limited budget and even go through the motions of haggling for the discounts and freebies. With a bigger budget, you can get many more themed decorations and centerpieces like 4-tier diaper cakes that will really light up the room.</p>
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<p>Planning for baby shower decorations is fun and exciting but can be limited to the party budget. See how much people are willing to spend on them and work around it. Decorations need not be ostentatious just as long as it is tasteful, cost effective and attractive.</p>
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<p><b>When are Best Time and Best Place to Have the Baby Showers</b></p>
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<p>Planning and attending a baby shower is a joyous occasion. Deciding when and where to hold the baby shower party can seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Whatever the type of baby shower planned or when it is held, ensuring that the Mom-to-Be has a great and memorable time is most important. This is the time when those around the expectant mother can shower the mother with love and excitement for her new arrival. <b>Read More About Best Time and Best Place to Have a Baby Shower</b>. </p>
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<p>Determining the date for the baby shower will largely depend on if the Mom-to-Be prefers to have a welcome home baby shower or a traditional baby shower. Regardless of when the shower is held, the personalized baby shower invitations should be mailed between four to six weeks prior to the shower party. The baby shower should definitely be held at least a month or two prior to the due date of the baby. Unless the Mom-to-Be have decided not to find out the gender of the baby, the baby shower theme and custom invitations for baby shower should reflect the gender of the baby. If it is a twins baby shower or multiple baby shower, then the shower theme can be specific to a twins baby shower party.  </p>
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<p>Having welcome home baby showers have become more popular, which is usually held a month or two after the baby is born to allow for the parents to adjust to their new life with their baby. Regardless of when the shower is held, it is best not to hold it too close to the due date of the baby, either before or after. The printed welcome home baby invitations can be personalized with the appropriate theme of the shower party.  </p>
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<p>Before setting the date, find out from out of town guests or important guests if they are available on the dates that are being considered. If the plan is to have the baby shower at a location other than a home, then it is important to keep in mind that it will be more expensive if the shower is held on a Friday night or Saturday. Sundays seem to be the least expensive day to hold showers if it is held at a location other than a home.  </p>
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<p>When choosing a location, the first thing to consider is if the place chosen is big enough to accommodate a large group &#8211; having everyone comfortable will allow for a more relaxed baby shower. Hosting a baby shower in a home will save money; however, money will still be spent on baby shower party supplies like plates, napkins, cups, eating utensils and potentially renting tables. If holding the baby party at a restaurant has been decided, then ensure that the location is booked early. Visiting the locations would be wise to ensure that the space will hold the invited guests, gifts and still have enough room to maneuver around for baby shower games, decorations, etc.  </p>
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<p>Deciding on the type, sending the unique baby shower invitations cards are an important time for the Mom-to-Be and her family. Between the host and the Mom-to-Be, the type of baby shower invitations may be a baby shower announcement because the shower itself will be a co-ed baby shower or couples baby shower. This is also a great time to purchase the baby shower thank you cards, keeping with the theme of the baby shower. Baby shower invitations wordings, verses and sayings are available online at many websites. </p>
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<p>Still deciding whether to go for a theme-based baby shower? Then this is a MUST-read for you.</p>
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<p>Having a theme for your baby shower will not just make everything about it more coordinated, it will also make it more interesting. And when we say it will be interesting, we are not just referring to the actual shower, but the planning itself. In short, even you, the person who needs to work double-time to make sure everything is in order, will find the entire process enjoyable!</p>
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<p>Your chosen theme will be seen from your invitation, decoration, the food you&#8217;ll be serving, to your games/activities, in short, everywhere! You will find yourself trying to piece things together so that anything and everything about your party is related to your theme. And this is where &#8220;your enjoyment&#8221; will enter the scene. Think of how you will customize typical games and activities so as to comply with your chosen theme. Or if you are in a more creative mood, why settle for customizing, when you could invent a game or two yourself. And seeing everything come together with your theme everywhere, plus the oohs and ahhs of your guests, especially mom-to-be&#8217;s, will make all that hard work worth it. </p>
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<p>And if this is your Nth time to plan a baby shower, throwing a theme-based party is definitely a great change. Well, we could imagine that after coming up with the same decoration ideas and the same game ideas for the Nth time, this is far from enjoyable for you, and only the thought that mom-to-be counts on you that keeps you going. But if you just came from planning a shower for a friend, and you&#8217;re now set to throw a shower for another friend, well, making the upcoming shower different is just a matter of choosing another theme, which will mean a new set of everything, from invitation to the different activities. </p>
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<p>If it&#8217;s boring for you, just imagine how it is for your guests, who probably are attending their 9th or 10th baby shower party. They&#8217;re imagining the same old games and the like, and they&#8217;re one step nearer to not RSVPing. You definitely owe it to your guests to throw an interesting party. Start by making them look forward to it, and you could definitely do that by choosing a theme that is not a typical baby shower theme. And given your chosen theme, challenge their creative juices in coming up with an idea on what to wear for the party. You could even award the person with the best &#8220;costume&#8221; with some pretty prizes that will make her the envy of your other guests.</p>
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<p>But it doesn&#8217;t stop there. Depending on how creative were you in your theme execution, your guests will definitely be intrigued on how you were able to integrate a not so baby shower theme, into a baby shower. And we&#8217;re pretty sure they will notice the great difference between your party and other typical baby shower parties they attended previously.</p>
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<p>Now that you&#8217;re in the mood for a theme-based party, it&#8217;s now time to be serious and get down to business. By this time, you will be asking, what theme should I go for? </p>
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<p>Before anything else, here are some things that you need to consider:</p>
<p>Is it an all-female shower? All male? Or couples shower? Family shower?</p>
<p>Is mom-to-be having a boy or a girl?</p>
<p>Is mom-to-be having twins?</p>
<p>Will it be a surprise shower?</p>
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<p>The above information will play a role on what theme to choose. For example, if mommy is having a boy, then it&#8217;s definitely not a good idea to throw an All Pink party. An All Pink baby shower might also not be a good idea if it will be an all men shower. </p>
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<p>And if it will be a surprise party, then choosing the right theme could be a little tricky, since usually, the theme will be agreed or will be based on mom-to-be&#8217;s preference. You definitely need somebody really close to mommy to validate whatever theme you have an eye for. </p>
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<p>Thinking of throwing a baby shower, but worried about the cost?  Don&#8217;t be&#8230; now there are free printable baby shower invitations, which you can use without eating up the budget for your baby&#8217;s future.  The Internet offers free invitations (in image format of .jpg or .bmp file extension) that you can download to your computer.  Below is a guide on how to use them.</p>
<p>-At the webpage, click the link to download a file or a group of files (zipped) containing the baby shower invitation design.</p>
<p>-With the help of a picture-viewer software, open the file.  If you downloaded a group of files, you may need to unzip them to show the individual files and choose one that is suitable for your baby shower theme.</p>
<p>-The common invitation card size is a fourth of a letter-sized paper.  However, most printable invitations are laid out using the full letter-sized paper for one card. Such is the case because the page is divided into four equal parts, and eventually folded to form a 1/4-sized invitation card.  </p>
<p>-Looking at the page, some layouts have a demarcation line to divide the page into the four parts.  If the one you downloaded does not have a dividing line, don&#8217;t worry, you can still assemble it easily. </p>
<p>-The upper left portion of the page is the front of the card.  This is where the main design of the card is placed.  You may notice it is inverted as laid out and when printed.  This is normal, as it will become upright after assembly.</p>
<p>-The lower left portion of the page is the left inside of the card and is blank in most cards.</p>
<p>-The lower right portion of the page is the right inside of the card.  In some sites, the free baby shower invitations would have poems printed on this part. Others leave it blank to allow you to add the details of the party.</p>
<p>-The upper right portion of the paper serves as the back of the card, where the website address where the card was downloaded from is printed.  </p>
<p>-To assemble the card, fold the paper crosswise in half and then fold again in half, reducing the paper into a fourth of the original size.  At this point, the inverted printed design has become upright and assumed the front of the card.  For a tidy assembly, glue the edges of the card together.  </p>
<p>If you are more computer-savvy, you can customize what you have downloaded.  In this case, use free photo-editing or desktop publishing software.  With the help of the software, add text to any part of the card or add other pictures in tune with your baby shower theme.  Give the invitations a paid-look by printing the details of your baby shower, instead of writing them by hand.  Just make sure to keep the credits at the back, as this is still mostly the website&#8217;s work and not your own.</p>
<p>Here&#8217;s one last tip to add zing to your free invitation: use special paper instead of white bond paper.  There are a variety of letter-sized specialty paper of different textures, colors, thicknesses and scents! To complete the custom-look, buy matching envelopes.  </p>
<p>Whether you are holding a formal, elegant dinner or a laid-back, unfussy brunch, add excitement to your baby shower without spending a fortune.  Use free printable baby shower invitations to fascinate your guest while anticipating the arrival of your bundle of joy!</p>
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<p>The choices for <strong>custom Baby Shower Invitations</strong>, http://www.cardsshoppe.com are wide open for today&#8217;s shower host. Online baby stationery shoppes have opened up a whole new world for people seeking <strong>unique Ideas Baby Shower Invitations</strong>, http://www.cards-411.com/baby-shower-invitations/ideas-baby-shower-invitations for the most personalized, <strong>customized Baby Invitations</strong>, http://www.birth-cards.com/baby-invitations/.</p>
<p><strong>Picking your Baby Shower Theme</strong></p>
<p>Deciding on a theme is the first step in picking out the perfect shower invitations. The theme can be traditional, cute, religious, modern or trendy. Once the theme has been chosen, the host doesn&#8217;t even have to leave the comfort of her or his home to select the ideal shower invitations baby. The invitations can be selected, personalized with the host&#8217;s chosen wording and delivered straight to the host&#8217;s home.</p>
<p><strong>More Shower Ideas</strong></p>
<p>The invite is a special ticket to a fabulous celebration of life and love. It could be shaped and worded like a ticket, including the name of the mother-to-be, the date and the other pertinent information. Another variation would be a VIP pass to the special occasion, making the guests feel like valued individuals at a very posh event. For the more traditional shower, pink or blue invitations fit the bill, while the more modern themes can include colors like green, yellow, chocolate and purple. Noah&#8217;s ark, bees, ladybugs, bears and nursery rhymes remain popular themes for shower invitations.</p>
<p>Almost any theme can be included in the <strong>printable Baby Shower Invitation</strong>, http://www.cards-411.com/, especially with digital photography available to the host. Some online baby stationery shoppes can incorporate photos or other images for use on the card. The modern host can even design the invites herself and print them on a variety of cards stock.</p>
<p><strong>Types of baby shower invitation ideas</strong></p>
<p>Even pre-made cards can be creative and fun. With several shower stationery stores providing the latest trends, any theme the host can think of can be found on a shower card. Welcome home shower invites can even include a photo of the newborn. Digital photos can be sent to the online baby stationery shoppes and printed on the invitation.</p>
<p>For the craftier host, she could design their own baby invites and have the design printed by a professional printer using high-quality paper. The homemade cards, although not recommended, can be crafted using ribbons, tissue paper, stickers, vellum, felt or beads. The <strong>unique Baby Shower Wording</strong>, http://www.birth-cards.com/baby-shower/baby-shower-wording can be either printed or handcrafted in calligraphy or script. Shaped cards are other options. They can be in the shape of umbrellas, bears, ducks, baby onesies, baby carriages, baby bottles, booties or any number of special designs. A few online personalized baby stationery stores will honor special requests.</p>
<p>Handmade, special-ordered or pre made, the possibilities for crafting the ideal Baby Shower Invitations http://www.cardsshoppe.com/baby-shower-invitations/ are endless. But no matter what baby shower invitation ideas the host chooses, the guests are sure to smile when they see they&#8217;ve been invited to the glorious celebration.</p>
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<p>Planning a baby shower can be a great deal of fun, but it can be quite hard to come up with a theme that no one has thought of before. It is, however, possible to make a baby shower truly your own by choosing a unique, fun and interesting theme.</p>
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<p>It is, of course, very important, to match the theme of the baby shower to the taste of the mom to be, and to consider the ages of the guests that have been invited as well. While it may not be possible to please everyone, it is important to keep everyone’s interests in mind when planning the event.</p>
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<p>Some of the most innovative themes I have seen at baby showers include:</p>
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<p>A country tea party – Why not plan a tea party themed baby shower, complete with tea gift baskets and lots of exotic teas from around the world on tap?</p>
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<p>A teddy bear shower – Everyone likes cute and cuddly teddy bears. A teddy bear theme is sure to be a hit.</p>
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<p>A diaper shaped baby shower cake – After all, the mom to be is sure to be seeing plenty of diapers very soon. Why not give her a diaper she can enjoy in the form of a delicious cake?</p>
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<p>A stork shower theme – Decorating the baby shower with storks is a great way to set a great mood and help everyone have a good time.</p>
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<p>A gift basket theme – Gift baskets are always a great hit at any shower, and using gift baskets based on the theme of the party can make any baby shower a memorable event.</p>
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<p>A nursery rhyme themed baby shower – The great thing about a nursery rhyme baby shower theme is that it can carry over into the decorations, the games and even the food.</p>
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<p>A Winnie the Pooh baby shower – It seems that everyone loves Winnie the Pooh, so a Winnie the Pooh baby shower is sure to be a hit with all the guests.</p>
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<p>A baby boy shower theme – These days more and more moms to be know ahead of time whether the new addition is a he or a she. Why not take advantage of this knowledge to decorate the room in various shades of blue?</p>
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<p>A baby girl shower theme – Or if the new addition is a daughter to be, a rainbow of pink colors can make the shower both beautiful and memorable.</p>
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<p>A Noah’s ark baby shower – Young and old alike love the legend of Noah’s ark, and this type of shower provides many opportunities for innovative decorating, food and games.</p>
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<p>A baby book shower theme – It is never too early to give a child a love of reading, and a shower centered around favorite children’s books can be a great way to get the new baby off to a flying start.</p>
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<p>A sports themed baby shower – If the mom to be has a favorite team or a favorite sport, it may be a great idea to incorporate that love of sports into the baby shower decorations.</p>
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<p>A Tigger baby shower – This cuddly tiger is nearly as beloved as his friend Winnie the Pooh. A Tigger themed celebration provides endless opportunities for decorating the shower.</p>
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<p>A Snoopy baby shower – Decorating the room with everyone’s favorite Beagle will set a fun and friendly mood for the celebration.</p>
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<p>A jungle baby shower theme – Jungle themes are all the rage for baby’s rooms these days, so why not incorporate this great theme into your celebration?</p>
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<p>A cowboy baby shower – A cowboy themed baby shower can be a wonderful event, especially if the mom to be is a cowgirl herself.</p>
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<p>A princess baby shower – Why not welcome mom’s new princess with a suitably adorned baby shower?</p>
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<p>An angel themed baby shower – An angel themed baby shower gives near meaning to the term “mommy’s little angel”.</p>
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<p>Are you in charge of planning a baby shower?  Do you need a baby shower theme?  Decorations? Favors?  This guide will give you baby shower ideas, whether you are a sister, friend, or coworker.  </p>
<p>Baby Shower Themes</p>
<p>The first and most difficult thing to do when planning a baby shower is to decide on a theme.  After this has been finalized, much of the rest of the shower will plan itself.</p>
<p>There are several ways to pick a theme.</p>
<p>A baby shower theme can relate to the mother-to-be and what she needs.  It can be a color, a nursery theme, or a specific type of item.  For instance, if the nursery is decorated in flowers, the theme could be &#8220;A Baby&#8217;s Garden.&#8221;  If it is decorated in a sports motif, the theme could be the parents&#8217; favorite sports team.  All the gifts would then coordinate with the room.  If the nursery is painted with frogs, the theme could be &#8220;Green.&#8221;  This way, the guests can be a little more creative in their giving.  Or the theme could be &#8220;Bedtime,&#8221; prompting guests to bring pajamas, blankets, and crib items.</p>
<p>For a second (or third, or fourth) time mother, the theme can be really creative.  For someone who already has almost everything they need, a theme such as &#8220;Reading,&#8221; in which everyone brings books for the baby (and maybe for the older children as well) would be a nice change of pace.  </p>
<p>Some people do not like to attend showers for second time mothers, because they feel that they have already received what they needed for their first child and are just being greedy.  If you feel this may be the case for your guests (such as a group of coworkers), throw a baby shower in which the invitation clearly states not to bring a present.  Or spend some money on a nice gift (for instance, a gift certificate to a restaurant, spa, or hotel), and ask that guests bring a specific item (diapers, specific baby food) in exchange for a raffle ticket.  They can even bring as many items as they would like in exchange for several tickets.  That way, people who wish to be generous can still give the mother-to-be a useful gift, and no one feels obligated to bring anything.  At the end of the night, raffle off the prize.</p>
<p>Some other theme ideas include:<br /> Look What the Stork is Bringing<br /> Noah&#8217;s Ark (good for a shower where the guys are invited too!)<br /> Alphabet Soup<br /> Blue is for Boy</p>
<p>Baby Shower Decorations</p>
<p>The decorations should flow from the theme.  A color theme is the most flexible and inexpensive, although a specific theme such as &#8220;Teddy Bears&#8221; will be easy, as you can buy coordinating tablecloths, plates, and napkins.</p>
<p>Keep the decorations simple.  Put a nice tablecloth under the cake and spread some confetti rattles around it.  Tie some balloons to the buffet or appetizer table.  Add some pastel streamers across the living room, and you&#8217;re done.  After all, the focus should be on the mother-to-be.</p>
<p>If you are having the shower at work, the decorations can be even easier.  Simply put the cake under a white tablecloth and add a bouquet of balloons.  A lunchtime event is perfect for the office.  Many of the baby shower ideas will work for any location, indoors or out.</p>
<p>Baby Shower Favors</p>
<p>After the shower, give your guests something to remember it by.  Candle holders in the shape of a baby item, such as a rattle or booties, are popular and easy to find online or in a party supply store.  Other favor ideas include magnets or candies in a pretty gift box.  Of course, let the favors flow from the theme.  At &#8220;Tea Party&#8221; themed baby shower, guests might receive tea cups and saucers.  At a &#8220;Pamper Party,&#8221; an idea increasingly popular for mothers who already have several children and therefore most of the stuff they actually need, they might take home spa accessories such as a loofah or bubble bath. </p>
<p>Baby Shower Schedule</p>
<p>Typically, a baby shower will last approximately two hours.  If a full meal will be served, be sure to indicate this on the invitation so guests can plan accordingly.  Usually, however, some light appetizers, punch, and cake are all that is needed.  The following is a general idea of a schedule.</p>
<p>As your guests arrive, serve them some appetizers, and let them sign a guest book.  One idea is to make this an advice book, allowing each guest to write down one piece of advice they would give the new mother.</p>
<p>Serve simple appetizers.  Two to three dishes is best, along with some cheese, crackers, chips, dip, and fruit.  Some ideas for munchies that are easy and can be made ahead of time include:</p>
<p>Deviled Eggs: Add salsa and cheddar for a Mexican twist!  <br />Stuffed Mushrooms</p>
<p>After all your guests have arrived, begin with everyone introducing themselves.  This is especially important if this is a mixed shower, with coworkers, friends, and family.  Make sure everyone mentions how they know the mother-to-be.  </p>
<p>Next, play one or two games.  These will serve as icebreakers.  Some ideas include:</p>
<p>Baby Boggle &#8211; See how many baby related words guests can make in three minutes from a sentence such as &#8220;I can&#8217;t believe [Mother-To-Be's Name] is going to have a baby!&#8221; or something else silly and fun.  Everyone reads their list, crossing off duplicates, and the person with the most remaining wins.</p>
<p>Baby Box &#8211; Place some common baby items (rattle, diaper) in a box.  Cut a small hand-sized hole in the side.  Give each guest 20 seconds to touch as many items as they can (no peeking!), then have them write down what they felt.  The person with the most correct wins.</p>
<p>Remember, short is good, and have fun!</p>
<p>If there is going to be a full meal, now is the time.   Generally, a buffet is best, as the guests can eat while the mother-to-be opens her gifts.  If there is not going to be a full meal, give everyone some time to get another round of appetizers, then have the guest of honor open her presents.  </p>
<p>After the gifts are open, serve the cake.  At this point, the shower is over.  Everyone will socialize for as long as they&#8217;d like, and the guests will begin to leave.  If the time is important (i.e. the host has somewhere she needs to be), be sure to put an end time of the invitations.</p>
<p>Hopefully this gave you enough baby shower ideas to begin brainstorming.  Remember to have fun, and you&#8217;ll throw a successful baby shower.</p>
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<p>If you’re going for a baby shower theme that is usually associated to baby showers, but not necessarily typical, then we say go for a Frog Baby Shower Theme.</p>
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<p>Here are some reasons why we are excited about this theme:</p>
<p>It’s cute!</p>
<p>We have great froggy invitation ideas.</p>
<p>We could think of frog-related, untypical, and fun baby shower games/activities</p>
<p>Real cute and useful froggy favors.</p>
<p>Finding the right supplies will not be difficult.</p>
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<p>Do you agree that the above reasons are important? Then great, I think we are on the same page. We just need to agree that what we consider as great are really fantastic as far as you’re concern.</p>
<p>Invitation</p>
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<p>You could send some letter cut outs hanging from a string in clothesline fashion. The letter cut outs should spell frog or froggy, whatever you prefer. Make sure your party details are specified at the back of your cut outs.</p>
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<p>Another great invitation idea is to give a chocolate cookie, any shape will do. Just make sure you icing a cute frog right on top of it, so as to complete the picture you are aiming for. Just place 5-10 “frog cookies” in a bag, and voila, you have completed one invitation. Just don’t forget to tie a note that states all your party details, or else, it will just be a gift, instead of a gift ala invitation.</p>
<p>Games and Activities</p>
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<p>We love the idea of playing Finding Frog Princes. The idea of the game is to pop a lot of balloons, wherein some balloons contain a picture of a frog (a frog prince), while the other balloons contains pictures of other baby-related stuff (eg. Picture of a baby, feeding bottle, etc). The person/team who finds the most frog princes, wins the game.</p>
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<p>Another game idea is a rendition of the popular game Pin the tail on the donkey. However, instead of a donkey, you will have a drawing of a frog, and instead of a tail, what you will have is a pacifier, which each of your guest will pin on the frog’s mouth. Everybody should be blindfolded when they play this game, of course.</p>
<p>Favor Ideas</p>
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<p>We are great fans of favors/gifts that your guests will really find useful, and at the same, not too expensive.</p>
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<p>Any bathing article (it should come in green or brown) are highly recommended as gifts/favors for your guests. That should be general enough to give you lots of gift options for your friends. </p>
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<p>If you are one of those people who prefer giving something edible, then we highly recommend giving your guests any chocolate cakes and pastries (it’s the color of mud, but luckily, way tastier). That should satisfy most of your guests, since who could hate chocolate? If you hate the sugar, you could also give sugar-free versions, since its color won’t change, and will still be the perfect frog shower favor.</p>
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<p>If you’ve been nodding your head while you were reading, then we think you should go for it, and throw a froggy shower. Take note that you shouldn’t be limited to the above ideas. We know that you have sufficient amount of creativeness in you, it just needs to be triggered properly, and what better time than this, when you’re about to host a shower for mom-to-be?!</p>
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<p>Not to your taste? No worries, there are other baby shower themes available, and they are just a google away. Happy looking!</p>
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