Tips for your baby shower – Fox and Cubs Nanny Agency
Once a predominantly American tradition, baby showers are becoming increasingly popular in the UK. These joyful gatherings allow friends and family to celebrate the mum-to-be while also helping with the costs of a newborn by showering her with thoughtful gifts.
What is a Baby Shower?
A baby shower is a special event for expectant parents, bringing together close friends and family to celebrate the arrival of their little one. Guests usually bring baby essentials—from clothes to toys to nappies—making it a practical and sentimental event for the mum-to-be.
When is the Best Time to Have a Baby Shower?
📅 The 7th or 8th month of pregnancy is usually the ideal time to host a baby shower. By this stage, the pregnancy is well established, and the mum-to-be can still enjoy the celebration comfortably before the final weeks of preparation.
How to Plan the Perfect Baby Shower
🎉 1. Choose the Invitations
Send invitations via email or text for convenience, or go the extra mile by sending beautiful printed invites in the post. If you’re feeling creative, you could even DIY your own invitations using craft supplies!
🎈 2. Decorate the Space
Set the perfect baby shower mood with adorable decorations:
✅ Hang dummies from balloons
✅ Fill baby bottles with jelly babies
✅ String baby clothes, socks, and nappies across the room (ready for the mum-to-be to take home after the party!)
🍰 3. Plan Delicious Food & Drinks
A tea party theme is a fantastic choice—finger sandwiches, fairy cakes, biscuits, crisps, and fresh fruit all work perfectly. To keep things simple, ask guests to bring a dish, and make sure to have:
🍼 Soft drinks for the mum-to-be
🥂 A few bottles of bubbly for a celebratory toast
🎲 4. Play Fun Baby Shower Games
Games add excitement and laughter to the celebration! Whether it’s guessing the baby’s birth date, a baby name game, or fun quizzes, these little activities bring extra joy and bonding to the occasion.
Enjoy the Celebration!
Once the decorations are up, the food is ready, and the guests have arrived, all that’s left to do is celebrate this beautiful milestone. At Fox and Cubs Nanny Agency, we love supporting families from pregnancy through parenthood—so if you’re planning a baby shower or preparing for your little one’s arrival, we’re here to help!
📩 Get in touch with us today!
