Thinking of throwing a baby shower? This is such a fun way to celebrate with loved ones and share your joy. It also comes with a lot to think about. But don’t let that stop you! Here are our tips for planning a Houston baby shower that is fun for you and your guests without feeling too overwhelming.

newborn baby boy lying swaddled in bassinet in his home in Houston TX

Ask for Help

Planning a Houston baby shower is a lot of work, and as an expecting mama, you’ve already got a lot on your plate. Don’t take on all the responsibility of planning a shower yourself. Instead, ask a family member or close friend to assist with planning and preparations.

Create a Baby Registry

Make it easy for guests to know exactly what gifts would be most appreciated with a baby registry. Check out the SRJ Photography community’s favorite gifts for your registry here.

Pick a Date and Location

Depending on the vibe you want, you can host your baby shower at your own home, a friend’s house, or one of the many venues in and around Houston, Texas. It’s best to choose a date a few weeks before baby’s due date, just in case of an early arrival.

Choose a Theme

This can be as simple as a color or two, or you can go all out with a very specific style. Your theme doesn’t need to be complex. Simply having a “boho” or “shades of pink” theme helps everything to look cohesive and put-together.

Maternity Session at Home

Send Invitations

Now that you have the basics worked out, you can start inviting guests to your Houston baby shower. Let them know when and where, your baby’s gender (if you know it), and a link or QR code for your baby registry. If you have any special requests (like bringing gifts unwrapped so you don’t have to deal with all the wrapping paper later) include a note about that as well.

Create Your Menu

The last thing you want is to be stuck in the kitchen on the day of your big event. Consider having your baby shower professionally catered to make it easy on yourself. Or choose foods that can be prepped a day or two before so that you can feel more relaxed on the day.

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Games and Activities

There are tons of ideas for baby shower games online, but there’s no rule that says you have to play games at your baby shower. You can also provide other activities for guests, like the ones on this list from Bjarni Baby.

Décor and Personal Touches

From balloon arches and banners to fresh cut flowers and framed photos, choose decorations that match your theme and really set the stage for your Houston baby shower.

And lastly, remember to have fun! Your baby shower is a time to celebrate with loved ones and create fun memories around the arrival of your little one. Enjoy the process of throwing a party and make sure that you assign out most of the day-of hosting duties so that you can take the time to just relax and visit with your guests.