How to throw a virtual baby shower

A virtual baby shower can never be quite the same as a ‘real’ baby shower. But it’s definitely a great way to let friends and relatives celebrate the parents-to-be in times when it’s simply not possible to meet up in person. And you can create a festive atmosphere virtually! Here are our top tips for throwing a cosy and memorable baby shower that everyone can attend, no matter where they happen to be.

How to throw a virtual baby shower:

1. Choose the date early
Plan a date together with the expectant parents so that everyone has plenty of time to prepare. And so guests have enough time to send their presents.

2. Choose the platform
Use the virtual platform that works best for the majority: Zoom, Google, Teams or any other platform that many can easily connect to.

3. Think themes
Feel free to have a theme, even if it’s a virtual baby shower. This will bring everyone together and make the shower more festive. Let all the guests know well in advance, so they have time to prepare any special outfits or decorations.

4. Send out invitations
Don’t forget to send out e-invitations with a link to the big day.

5. Find games that work virtually
While not all the traditional baby shower games work as well virtually, there are still plenty that you can play anyway. The Name Game, Guess the Person and Guess the Baby are always a hit.

6. Share recipes/menu suggestions
The food is an important feature at any baby shower, of course. Feel free to send guests the suggested menu and let everyone compose their own party snack, which you then eat together during the party. Or order take-away.

7. Plan the opening of the gifts
Since you have notified the guests well in advance of the date of the baby shower, they will have had time to send their gifts. Make sure there is time for the parents-to-be to open the gifts.

8. Let everyone send a special message
Make sure every guest gets a chance to chat with the baby shower’s guests of honour.

9. Record the event
Don’t forget to record the baby shower! It will be a great memory for the parents-to-be.

Do you need tips on food, drinks and games for the baby shower? Here’s some inspiration.