Baby Shower Checklist: A Relaxed Planning Timeline

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8+ Weeks Before

Pick a dateMany families aim for the 28–32 week window, baby is close but there's still energy to celebrate.
Decide who's hostingCo-hosting spreads the joy and the to-do list.
Draft the guest listThe guest of honor gets final say.
Set a rough budgetDecide the number first, it makes every later choice easier.
Choose the venueHome, park, restaurant, or virtual, all lovely.
Make sure the registry is readyGuests will ask. Having it done before invites go out saves a flurry of texts.

Pick a theme or color paletteA simple palette can be just as beautiful as a full theme.
Send invitationsInclude the registry link and RSVP date. Digital invites are completely acceptable now.
Plan the menuBrunch and dessert spreads are shower classics, and easier than a full meal.
Choose games or activitiesTwo or three is plenty. Some crowds prefer just good conversation, also valid.

Order decorations & tableware
Order the cake or desserts
Plan party favorsnice to haveSmall and sweet, candles, cookies, seed packets.
Track RSVPsA gentle nudge to quiet guests is normal and expected.
Ask a friend to be photo-takernice to haveSo the host and guest of honor can actually be in the photos.

Confirm final headcount
Finalize food orders & shopping list
Make a playlistnice to have
Gather game supplies & prizes
Plan seating & gift-opening spotA comfy chair for the guest of honor with a table beside it.

Grocery shop & prep make-ahead food
Decorate the day before if you can
Charge phones & cameras
Set out a gift logAssign someone to jot who gave what, thank-you notes depend on it.
Take a breath and enjoy itDone is better than perfect. The point is the people.

Send thank-you notesWithin a few weeks is lovely; with a new baby coming, everyone understands late ones too.
Handle duplicate-gift exchangesnice to have
Share photos with guestsnice to have
Update the registryMark what you received so late gift-givers know what's still needed.