| Baby showers don't have to break the bank. Some of | | | | the mother-to-be's approval on this one first. Have the |
| the best memories can be created with baby shower | | | | guests guess the measure of the momma's belly. |
| games and a group of great friends! | | | | They can just guess in inches, tie a knot in a sting to |
| Say baby shower, and most people think of the | | | | guess, or even use toilet paper. |
| notoriously corny games played at such parties. These | | | | 3. Test the palette- This game would challenge even |
| games, though often cliche, are some of the best | | | | the gourmet. Provide each guest with a small sample |
| ways to get to know guests and leave them smiling. | | | | of a variety of baby foods and have them guess |
| When planning a baby shower, don't be afraid to | | | | each flavor. Some suggested flavors, green beans, |
| include free baby shower games. | | | | sweet potatoes, plum, and apricot. |
| Guests will willingly participate and maybe even go | | | | 4. Blindfolded diaper change- This is especially funny |
| home with a prize! When selecting games it is | | | | for those with little or no experience with diapers. Have |
| important to consider time restrictions and the opinions | | | | several baby dolls ready, and have the guests change |
| of the mother-to-be in addition to budget. | | | | the diaper blindfolded, make sure they use the wipes, |
| It is customary to provide a small gift to the winner of | | | | powder and diaper rash cream! |
| the game, usually a candle, stationary, or knick-knack. | | | | 5. Find the diaper pins- Find a few big bowls and fill |
| Think about the number of guests that will be | | | | them with white rice. Put several small safety pins or |
| attending, the scale of the party, and number of | | | | diaper pins in each bowl and mix them in with the rice. |
| games you want to play. If you are already providing | | | | Blindfold contestants and have them find as many pins |
| party favors and lavish refreshments, you may want | | | | as they can in one minute. The person with the most |
| to choose free baby shower games. | | | | pins wins. |
| Here are some ideas for some games to play at a | | | | 6. First born baby game- Fill an ice cube tray with |
| baby shower. | | | | water and put a little plastic baby (available at party |
| 1. Picture game- Have guests bring a picture of | | | | supply stores) in each cube. Freeze overnight. To play |
| themselves as a baby. Number and post the pictures | | | | the game, give each party goer an ice cube. |
| in a central location. During the party, perhaps when | | | | Whoever's baby is "born" first, by the ice cube melting |
| guests are socializing, they can guess which picture | | | | away, wins. |
| belongs with each guest. It's funny to see how much | | | | Baby showers are a time for silliness and celebration |
| guests have changed, and sometimes how much they | | | | and they don't have to break the bank. These free |
| haven't! | | | | baby shower games can be a lot of fun, and will make |
| 2. Mommy circumference game- make sure you get | | | | your party one to remember for years to come. |