Mixed baby showers are a new trend

Times are changing and so are some ancient traditions. Have you ever attended a coed baby shower? This type of shower is gaining popularity, as parents show interest in celebrating the upcoming births of their babies together with the future mother and her friends. Now it’s pretty obvious that having men at a baby shower will change the dynamic, so it can be more difficult to plan. Party favors, decorations, and even food should be different if the guys come to the shower.

First of all, you need to create a guest list with the future mother and father. Your two friends need to be there, that way both of you will feel comfortable and enjoy the party. Participating in the party can help the expectant father to become more excited about his new son or daughter. Opening a baby gift and seeing adorable little pink socks or a cute pair of blue jumpsuits can melt your heart and put a warm smile on your face.

So what about the food? It is a very important element of a coed baby shower. Everyone knows the common saying “the best way to reach a man’s heart is through his stomach.” So make sure it’s not just girl food. Serve foods more substantial than salads. Meat is usually a good option for a coed baby shower. Maybe even on the barbecue. Both the mother and the father must have some input. It is a good idea to be creative when deciding on a menu. It is a good idea to include the future dad in some of the preparations since the party is also organized for him.

It is good to choose a baby shower theme that both expectant parents would like. After that, choose invitations that match your chosen theme, but be sure to mention on the invitations that it will be a ‘coed’ or ‘couples’ baby shower. Prepare some games to play in the shower, or plan to go to a more intimate party where friends and family can just talk and tell stories. However, if the guys want to join in on some baby shower games, they might really be into it. It’s a good idea not to make men feel like they have to play the games. Instead, provide a place for them to retreat and just hang out to avoid feeling awkward.

The gifts at a coed baby shower should be the usual ones given at a regular female-only baby shower. Especially if this is your first child and if it is the only baby shower that an expectant mother will have. You will definitely need the traditional gifts like clothing, burp cloths, and socks. Mom and dad-to-be can sit together and take turns opening baby gifts so the two of you can have fun and excitement together.

When selecting baby shower gifts and prizes to give at a coed party, try to make them suitable for both men and women. Anything edible like chocolate bars, muffins, cinnamon buns, and other similar baked goods will work just fine. A good idea for a prize can be t-shirts that match the shower theme.

Mixed baby showers are a great way to start a new tradition. Gender neutral invitations and decorations, a more relaxed atmosphere, and different, unusual, or fun games can all work together to create a baby shower that both boys and girls will enjoy and remember!