| Gone are the days of Aunt Tilly ooing and awing over | | | | telling theme complete with palm readings and crystal |
| cute little baby booties. New Mothers-to-be are spicing | | | | balls. |
| up the traditional showers to include more entertaining | | | | *Pamper the mom-to-be. You can pamper her with a |
| games and activities, including roping the dad-to-be into | | | | day at the spa complete with manicures, pedicures, |
| the fun! | | | | and massages. It can take place at the spa itself, or |
| Baby showers were traditionally held for women only. | | | | create a pajama party for in-home pampering. |
| These days, it is more acceptable (and common) to | | | | *Create a time capsule to be opened in five years. |
| hold couples showers. | | | | Include some of her cherished pre-baby items and a |
| Baby showers can be held at any time of day and | | | | questionnaire about what she thinks motherhood will |
| can either be a surprise or involve the mom-to-be in | | | | be like. Make a video of the party to include in her time |
| the planning process. | | | | capsule. |
| Activity Ideas | | | | *Videotape funny parenting advice for the couple. |
| Who said baby showers have to be boring? Here are | | | | Decorations |
| a few ideas to liven up your celebration: | | | | Think blue or pink if you know the baby's gender. If not, |
| *Is the mom-to-be known for any particular hobby or | | | | yellow or mint green can be used. Think rattles, ducks, |
| activity? How about an all-inclusive activity such as | | | | pacifiers, baby footprints, storks, etc. |
| bowling or based on her interests such as a natural | | | | Food/Drink |
| history museum. | | | | Light and easy to eat finger foods go over well. Try |
| *Baby predictions theme. Will the baby be a boy or | | | | wraps, veggies, meat and cheese trays, and salads. |
| girl? A football star or Tasmanian Devil? Use a fortune | | | | Have a sensational celebration! |