Boy or girl – what's it going to be? Baby showers come in all shapes and sizes and few are receiving as much attention these days as the gender reveal party. Couples looking to bypass the traditional shower parties, and those looking for another reason to celebrate, are bringing family and friends together to witness the unveiling of their baby-to-be's gender. To fete Bettijo of Read more

Who's excited for the 2012 Olympics? We are after seeing these slightly awkward, yet ab-tastic new photos of Michael Phelps. The gold medalist wore his familiar Speedo to jump in the shower, rather than the pool, for a photo shoot for Head & Shoulders. Get ready for a Summer of swimmer eye candy! See more photos now of Michael's shower party at New York's Soho House. Read more

Put down the umbrella and celebrate the sun! A celebration for a mama-to-be may call for a shower, but it's usually filled with sunshine and bright smiles. No one knows this better than Kim Stoegbauer, a party-planning guru and the founder of the TomKat Studio. She's teamed up with one of the ultimate baby-gear emporiums — Pottery Barn Kids — to share her baby-shower know-how with other Read more

A baby shower is a cornerstone tradition for every soon-to-be-mama: Not only does it celebrate her impending adventure, but it sets her up with advice and tools for finding her way through the early days of motherhood. Planning a party that properly honors mama while reflecting her personality and comfort level can feel like a daunting task, but it doesn't have to be. Any celebration is Read more

Cake pops reign supreme at parties as decor and party favors — and baby showers are no exception! Delectable cake pops to coordinate with the party theme and decor are a big hit with guests — and sure to impress the mama-to-be you're celebrating. Click through to check out these 15 baby-shower cake pops to drool over. Read more

Nothing beats a good shower! When planning a shower for a mama-to-be, close friends feel the pressure to make this a party to remember for the guest of honor. To pull off a jaw-dropping event, every little detail counts — just ask party stylist Paula Biggs of Frog Prince Paperie! Click through to get a look at this Little Pink Birdies-themed baby shower she hosted for an expectant friend — Read more

It's been a whirlwind of a year! With a celebrity baby boom well underway (Victoria Beckham announced her pregnancy this time last year!) and some very creative mamas showing off their talents at birthday parties and baby showers, it was certainly a year for beautiful things! We've spent the past month rounding up our favorites of 2011 — everything from celebrity maternity styles and creative Read more

I recently ran across these gorgeous paper flowers from stylist Zoe Bradley. Zoe's paper creations have been seen everywhere, from the McQueen runway to the windows of Louis Vuitton and Donna Karan. While many of us will always prefer fresh flowers to paper ones, carefully crafted and displayed paper blooms, such as Zoe's, can make a huge visual impact. Imagine displaying them at a New Year's Eve Read more

Some showers are lighter than others! When mama is welcoming subsequent babies, she may not find it appropriate to throw a full-fledged shower. That's where a sprinkle comes into play. These "light" versions of a traditional baby-welcoming party are the perfect occasion for feting a mom-to-be (again) while filling in holes she may have found since her last tot's arrival. Lisa Storms used the 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