| Planning a shower is easy, when you are organized! | | | | - Plan out what games you plan to play, and |
| By creating a baby shower checklist, you will be able | | | | purchase any items you may need for them. |
| to simply check off tasks as you complete them. | | | | One Week Before |
| Easy as pie! Or should we say, easy as cake! | | | | - Follow up anyone who has not RSVP'd and confirm |
| Two Months Before | | | | your guest list |
| - Create your guest list. It is a good idea to run it by | | | | - Wrap gifts, prepare party favors, prizes and finalize |
| the mommy-to-be or a family member to make sure | | | | any games you have planned |
| you have got everyone! | | | | - Do a thorough cleaning of your home |
| - Work out a budget. Write down how much you | | | | - Buy any non-perishable or frozen food item |
| plan to spend on food, decorations, games, party | | | | The Day Before the Baby Shower: |
| favors, and other. | | | | - Clean up the house, put fresh towels in the |
| - Delegate: If others plan to help you with the | | | | bathrooms, and air out your home so it smells clean |
| planning, let them know early on what their | | | | and fresh. |
| responsibilities will be! | | | | - Set up your party area: move furniture, decorate, |
| - Set the date and location. | | | | and double check you will have everything you need |
| - Develop a shower theme. Talk to mommy-to-be to | | | | on the big day! |
| see if there is a certain area that she needs, ie. | | | | - Pick up any fresh-food items at the grocery store. |
| Basics, nursery decor, clothing, or toys. | | | | Party Day: |
| - Print and mail invitations | | | | - Pick up any items that need to be fresh: cake, |
| - Order any items you plan to shop on the Internet | | | | flowers, helium balloons, and catering items. |
| for, such as party favors. | | | | - Take care of last minute food preparations, |
| One Month Before | | | | decorating and tidying. |
| - Order the cake and arrange for any catering | | | | - Make sure someone records gifts for your pregnant |
| - Order any special decor items, such as flowers or | | | | friend. |
| balloons | | | | - Have fun! |
| - Check your RSVP numbers and plan your menu | | | | Keeping a baby shower checklist in your purse as |
| - Help Mommy-to-be by providing thank you cards | | | | you plan your shower will make planning a snap! |
| with pre-addressed labels. | | | | Simply check off each task as you go, and before |
| - Plan your centerpieces and table decor. | | | | you know it, your party will be planned! |