While a heavy-on-the-dessert lunch might be your typical baby shower meal, we're loving the creative shower Costa Mesa, CA-based wedding planner Jesi Haack recently threw for a friend, who's expecting a little boy. Inspired by phrase "Hello, Kiddo," the morning affair featured a heavy dose of sunny yellow fabrics, golden flowers, and of course, orange juice, along with an omelet bar, kid-inspired Read more

Decadent dessert decorations are sure to make a big impression, especially when mounted on a scrumptious swirl of frosting. If you opt to make your own treats for a kiddie soiree to keep party costs down and add a personal touch to the affair, wow your guests by icing your little cakes with edible cupcake and cookie cover embellishments. These designs by Etsy seller Cookie Covers, range in cost Read more

There's no party sweeter than a baby shower because a baby shower always brings a delicious dessert and, eventually, a baby! If you are planning a shower and serving a frosted newborn on a silver platter isn't your style, be inspired by these wildly decadent, but classic baby shower cakes. Source: Flickr User quanha Read more

Nothing really sounds that crazy when it comes to pregnancy cravings. Moms-to-be tend to experience some odd callings when it comes to pregnancy cravings. Turn a stuffy shower on its head by poking fun of the guest of honor's strange pairings and including them in your baby shower! We've picked out cute, unexpected ways to celebrate your shower with the foods you've pined for during the last nine Read more

Moms aren't the only ones celebrating an addition to their family these days. While some parents-to-be opt for a couples shower, a new trend is putting the focus on the man of the house. A "dadchelor" party (also know as man-shower, diaper party, daddymoon, and dadelor party) is daddy's last hurrah before the baby comes. Often described as the male counterpart of a baby shower, it's actually more Read more

Grab an umbrella! It's time for a shower — or 20! Location scouting, invitations, and worry aside, hosting a baby shower is always a blast! If you've been nominated (or volunteered) to plan a soiree for a friend or relative, you should start with the basics. Before you start fretting about the guest list, invites, or even the food, you should think about the new mommy's personal style and Read more

Oh mama! Giving birth to an aww-inspiring baby shower can feel like, well, childbirth, but it doesn't have to. I always advise friends to keep the theme and presentation simple so guests and the mama-to-be can focus on four things: forthcoming baby, friends, food and fun. Homemade diaper cakes are a spectacular centerpiece and gift for any mom and can be tailored to her personality, the gender of Read more