Pampered Mommy Baby Shower Food Ideas

Since this is a pampered mommy baby shower the hostess should make sure that all of the expecting mommy's favorite foods are served. Make sure she gets to indulge in her most decadent favorites!

When planning the menu also take into consideration your guests taste in food. Check to make sure no one has any food restrictions. For the most part keep the menu light and tasty.

Here are a few food ideas that will work for most baby showers:

• Appetizers - Spinach Dip with crusty chunks of bread, vegetable platter with ranch dip, hummus with pita chips, seafood dip with crusty bread, cheese plate with crackers.



This is a tasty recipe that is quick & easy:


• Antipasto Skewers - Cut mozzarella cheese, salami, and ham into bite-size chunks. Put in a bowl and add kalamata olives (pitted), roasted red peppers (cut into squares), and cherry tomatoes. Toss with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Italian parsley, minced garlic, and salt & pepper to taste. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes. Thread 1 piece of each item onto wooden skewers and arrange on a platter. Serve with crusty Italian or French bread.


• Entrees and / or Side Dishes - Chicken salad, quiche, pasta salad, tortilla roll-up sandwiches, finger sandwiches, mini pita sandwiches.


• Dessert - You can have a full size cake for the baby shower or you could also make cupcakes. Cupcakes can be easily decorated to match the baby shower theme and used as a table centerpiece.
  
  
  Here is a great tutorial on how to make a cupcake stand and you can customize it to match your baby shower decorations. Besides cake you can also serve fresh fruit or a fruit salad with some light whip cream on the side, cookies, or small pastries.

Keep the menu simple so that most of it can be prepared in advance and setup right before the baby shower begins. This way you have time to spend playing hostess rather then being stuck in the kitchen. If you can afford it, have the party catered or plan to have it at a restaurant.

Now that you have some ideas on planning a pampered mommy baby shower you can get to work. Just remember this baby shower is all about the expecting mommy!

Planning a Pampered Mommy Baby Shower - Choosing Favors, Gifts, & Prizes

Choosing favors and gifts for a pampered mommy baby shower has never been easier. There are so many adorable and unique baby shower items available.

Baby shower favors and game prizes can be as simple as some cute organza bags filled with beauty samples such as lotions, facial soaps, and hand lotions, or a cute purse style manicure set is sure to be a hit with your guests.

Gifts for the expecting mommy can be baby gifts or if you just want to pamper the mommy you can give her gifts just for her.

Here are a few baby shower favor & gift ideas that are sure to be a hit:

• Spa Gifts - Hand creams, lip balms, lotions, bath salts, face masks, massage oils.





• Gift Certificates - Spa, movie, restaurant, baby sitting certificates (for the expecting mommy).


• Manicure sets, pedicure sets, wildflower seed packs, wine bottle stoppers

Just about any favor will work for a pampered mommy baby shower. Keep it fun and simple and you won't go wrong.

Join me tomorrow for food ideas for your pampered mommy baby shower.

Planning a Pampered Mommy Baby Shower - Baby Shower Decorations

A pampered mommy baby shower is all about fun and relaxation for the expecting mommy. Baby shower decorations depend on the type of pampered mommy shower you are planning.

If you are planning a spa themed party then think about what you normally see at spas.

• Calm, soothing colors such as green and blue


• Relaxing water fountains


• Plants and exotic flowers


• Soft music


• Scented candles

Or for a fun look try the trendy mommy baby shower decorations. This popular theme features a chocolate background with pink and blue accent colors and a silhouette of an expecting mommy.


Add some colorful flowers in coordinating colored vases or a diaper cake centerpiece to create a fun, modern look. This look can easily be setup at a restaurant if you are planning on having your pampered mommy baby shower outside of the home.

Join me tomorrow for baby shower favors and gift ideas for your pampered mommy baby shower.

Planning a Pamper Mommy Baby Shower - Locations & Activities Ideas

A pampered mommy baby shower is a perfect theme for the expecting mom that has everything she needs for the new baby. This is a great way to shower her with some much needed attention and relaxation. Your baby shower guests will love it too!

This type of baby shower can be done at home, a spa, or a salon. There are many varieties of this type of party, it just depends on what kind of pampering you want to give the expecting mommy.

When most people think of this type of baby shower they automatically think facials, massage, etc. It all depends on the expecting mommy's personal taste. Maybe she doesn't enjoy beauty treatments. She might an afternoon or evening out at one of her favorite restaurants with her all her closest friends and family members.

Here are some ideas for locations and activities:

• Have the party at home -


• Hire a professional massage therapist and/or makeup consultant to give everyone facials, makeovers, and massages.


• Have a pajama party - make popcorn, watch some of the mom's favorite movies, and lots of girl talk.


• Have the party at a spa - find a spa that offers group rates and plan a relaxing day of facials, pedicures, manicures, etc.


• Plan a girls day or night out - go to the expecting mommy's favorite restaurant and a movie or play afterwards.

Make sure that any beauty treatments or massages you plan are safe during pregnancy.

Plan your party with relaxation and fun in mind and you won't go wrong. The new mommy will surely be thrilled to be fussed over in such a special way!

Join me tomorrow for decoration tips for a pampered mommy baby shower.