Baby Shower Planning Timeline: A Month-by-Month Guide to Organizing Your Event
Stay organized and on track with this month-by-month guide to planning your baby shower:
6 Months Before the Baby Shower:
1. Set the Date and Time: Choose a date and time for the baby shower that works for the mom-to-be and key guests.
2. Create a Guest List: Compile a list of guests to invite to the baby shower, including family members, friends, and colleagues.
3. Choose a Venue: Decide on a location for the baby shower, whether it's at a friend or family member's home, a restaurant, or a rented event space.
4 Months Before the Baby Shower:
4. Select a Theme: Choose a theme for the baby shower that reflects the mom-to-be's interests and personality.
5. Send Save-the-Dates: Send out save-the-date cards or emails to notify guests of the upcoming baby shower and to ensure they reserve the date on their calendars.
6. Start Planning Decorations: Begin gathering decorations, party supplies, and themed items for the baby shower decor.
2 Months Before the Baby Shower:
7. Send Invitations: Send out formal invitations to guests, including all the necessary details such as date, time, location, RSVP information, and registry details.
8. Plan the Menu: Decide on the food and beverages you'll serve at the baby shower, whether it's a sit-down meal, buffet, or light refreshments.
9. Order Cake or Desserts: If you're ordering a custom cake or desserts, place your order with a bakery or caterer.
1 Month Before the Baby Shower:
10. Finalize Decorations: Complete any DIY decorations and finalize the decor for the baby shower venue.
11. Confirm RSVPs: Follow up with guests who have not yet RSVP'd to confirm attendance numbers for planning purposes.
12. Purchase Favors and Prizes: Buy party favors for guests and prizes for any games or activities you have planned.
1 Week Before the Baby Shower:
13. Finalize Details: Confirm final arrangements with vendors, caterers, and the venue, and make any last-minute adjustments as needed.
14. Prepare Games and Activities: Organize any games, activities, or entertainment you have planned for the baby shower.
15. Set Up the Venue: Arrange the venue space, including decorations, tables, chairs, and any audiovisual equipment needed.
Day of the Baby Shower:
16. Set Up Food and Beverage Stations: Arrange food and beverage stations, including any serving utensils, plates, and cups.
17. Welcome Guests: Greet guests as they arrive and guide them to the baby shower space.
18. Enjoy the Celebration: Relax and enjoy the baby shower celebration with the mom-to-be and guests, and celebrate the upcoming arrival of the little one!
By following this month-by-month guide, you can stay organized and ensure that your baby shower is a memorable and enjoyable event for the mom-to-be and all of your guests.
