Cool Baby Shower Themes

It is a tradition to introduce a month old baby to the friends and family of the mother. Baby showers were exclusively meant for women, although nowadays few close male relatives and friends are also invited. Today, people celebrate this joyous moment with theme based showers, that can be enjoyed and remembered by one and all. A newborn baby represents love, happiness, renewal of family ties and bonding between the proud new parents. Baby showers were meant to gift mother with presents that will be helpful in caring for the new arrival. People now throw a party to welcome the baby into the family and as a get-together for the entire family. There are many things that one should consider while planning baby showers.

There are many cool baby shower themes that you can follow for your baby shower. The following baby shower themes will help you get started:

Baby Shower Sports Theme for Boys
This theme is perfect for a boy. You can decide on your favorite game or sport and print the cards based on it like football-shaped, helmet shaped, baseball bat shaped, volley ball shaped, basketball shaped, etc. Another great idea is printing the cards like tickets to a sporting event. You can use a variety of balloons and streamers related to the sports theme like basketball, footballs, etc. Place different memorabilia related to the game like jerseys, pennants and mini-trophy's. Display various sports equipment related to your favorite game like bats, rackets, ball etc. in one corner of your house. The decoration can be related to the mom's favorite team logos and the color combination similar to the teams uniform. Put the teams logo on the napkins and table cloths, balloons, streamers and cake. The gifts should be centered around sports. Choose baby bedding, lamps, baby clothes, etc. with sports based theme. You can buy sport related toys for the baby. It is a great baby shower gift idea to give the guests tickets to the local junior division or college team games. A gift coupon to the local mini pool or bowling area will be well-appreciated. The food should be similar to game day food like hamburgers, hotdogs, potato chips, veg or meat platters, chicken wings, etc.

Baby Girl Shower Theme
The best baby girl shower idea is a 'Pink Theme'. Use pink balloons, streamers, table-cloth, etc. Use a color in combination with pink like hint of yellow using yellow flowers or tying lavender color bows. You can also use shades of pink to create a contrasting effect. Use many flowers for a baby girl shower theme like pink roses, Asters, canterbury bells. The baby shower invitation cards should be printed in pink and coordinating colors. The baby gifts should be basically pink in color like t-shirts, bedding, baby blankets, towels, etc. The guests should be gifted pink candles or flower bouquets, or a box of assorted chocolates wrapped in pink paper. The food in the baby showers should be served in pink plates and pink plastic spoons and forks.

Unique Baby Shower Themes
When planning a baby boy shower theme you can also use airplanes, trains, automobiles or other prompts, that represent boys. The balloons can be shaped as airplanes, animals, cars, etc. You can plan a teddy bear theme with lots of teddy bears. The cards can be teddy bear shaped and the table cloths printed with teddy bears. The baby shower cake can be shaped as a teddy bear. A beach baby theme is a unique way to celebrate baby shower. Decorate the place with umbrellas, pails, shovels, seashells etc. Ask your guests to dress in Hawaiian shirts and shorts. Ask the ladies to wear Panama hats. A marine baby shower theme can be hosted near the swimming pool. Use lots of toy ships and boats, and articles related to a cruise party. Sea foods and veggies should be the main foods in the menu. Use navy blue and white colors for the balloons, streamers and strategically place a mock anchor near the pool. Throw life savers with nautical ropes in the pool with banners like 'It's a boy' or "Congratulations'. The best way is to host it in a real boat.

There are many unique baby shower decorating ideas that can be used to welcome the baby within the family. You can keep the theme simple which will look very elegant or throw an elaborate shower for a grand welcome. Do not use very loud music as it may make the baby uncomfortable. Keep alcoholic drinks to a minimum. Baby showers are meant to celebrate and enjoy the birth of new life. Ponder your imagination to make this get together of family, friends and the baby a memorable one.