Since baby showers are frequently held in the midafternoon, your food offerings needn't be extensive or even a complete meal. Instead, focus on fun, easy-to-mingle-with finger foods that guests can enjoy at their leisure. Here, nine fun ideas for making your shower offerings extraspecial. Don't forget the mocktails! Read more

As grown women, we can agree there's really nothing worse than being forced to sniff diapers full of melted chocolate bars, do a blind taste test of baby food, or humiliate our formerly dignified friend by guessing her weight or waist circumference. In the interest of putting an end to bad baby shower games, we've culled some ideas that are tasteful and appropriate and won't have half of your Read more

We've been offering our favorite baby shower tips all month long with our April Showers series, and now we're rounding up the best ideas to help you make your party an extra special event. Whether you're looking for creative, non-cheesy shower games or simple ways to dress up your sweets, there's a unique idea to suit any party style. Hoping for an inspired, entertaining celebration? Check out Read more

Lullabies may be designed to send your baby off to dream land, but this shower is anything but sleepy. Created by Christine of Pure Joy Events for her sister and brother-in-law, the party was inspired by a vintage lamb planter the dad-to-be's father gave to his mom the day he was born, along with a Cuban lullaby his mom sang to him when he was a baby. A sleigh-crib dessert table, Cuban desserts Read more

Throwing a baby shower for a mom-to-be who just happens to be a teacher? Get inspired by this absolutely beautiful, retro schoolhouse shower with a "G Is For Girl" theme. Photographer Sara Westbrook threw this party for her sister-in-law, a kindergarten teacher, prior to the birth of her first baby. We give it an A+! Read more

Want to show your appreciation for your baby shower largesse? Check out these 10 thank-you notes, all unique enough to show your gratefulness. From adorable floral postcards (believe us, less space to write is a good thing) to baby stationery that will take your lil one through his first birthday thank-you notes, these thank-yous will inspire some serious appreciation. Read more

If you've ever been on a boat, near the ocean, or just have a thing for seafood, chances are you'll fall in love with this gorgeous baby shower. Created by Honeycomb Events & Design, a dessert table, event design, and invitation company run by a brother-sister team based in the San Francisco area, this baby shower is seaworthy perfection. Using the iconic rope-wrapped anchor as a jumping-off 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

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

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