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Baby Shower Checklist

Click here for the printable version (PDF)

Four to Six Weeks before the Party

  • Set your party date and time. Have the baby shower 6-8 weeks before the expecting mother's due date.
    This lessens the chance of the mom-to-be going into labor during your party!
  • Choose a party theme.
  • Finalize your guest list. Make sure to consult with the guest of honor (unless this is a suprise shower).
  • Encourage the mom-to-be to register for a baby gifts.
  • Find and reserve a location if having the party away from your home.
  • Create and mail the baby shower invitations. Try our printable Precious Moments invitations
Three Weeks before the Party
  • Keep a list of invitees near the phone for RSVP's.
  • Plan your party menu. If caterering, hire your caterer.
Two Weeks before the Party
  • Order cake.
  • Order any party rental equipment.
  • Plan baby shower activities.
  • If you're making baby shower favors, start now.
  • Take inventory of kitchen items and tableware to use for the party.
One Week before the Party
  • Buy non-perishable food and beverages.
  • If the party is outside your home or you hired a caterer, call to confirm details.
  • Call or email guests who haven't RSVPed.
  • Buy and wrap your gift for the mom-to-be.
  • Arrange for someone to record names and gifts given to give to the Mom-to-be for Thank You cards.
Two Days before the Party
  • Check camera batteries & film. Charge batteries if necessary.
  • Make space in the refrigerator.
  • Buy groceries.
  • Prepare a list of guests to record gifts.
Day before the Party
  • Pick up flowers or other table centerpieces.
  • Clean bathrooms & party area.
  • If the party is in your home, decorate party room.
  • Prepare any food that can be refrigerated overnight.
Party Day
  • Pick up cake and ice.
  • Set up table and bar.
  • Tie some baby decorations to the mailbox or front porch.
  • Prepare all food.
  • Check bathrooms for toilet paper, soap & towels.
  • Relax, smile & have fun!