Baby Shower Diaper Cakes: A Unique New Baby Gift

If you are looking for a unique new baby gift for a baby shower, consider choosing a diaper cake. Diaper cakes make a practical gift that the new parents will love. Besides being a practical gift a diaper cake is a unique baby gift.

One thing all new parents need are diapers. What better way to fill this need then with a diaper cake?



Diaper cakes come in many sizes and can be made with just diapers and ribbon or decorated with useful baby accessories.




When choosing a diaper cake there are a few things you want to take into consideration:

• What size diapers is the diaper cake made with? Most of the time they are made with size 1 and/or size 2 diapers. Size 1 diapers usually fit 8 to 15 lbs. and size 2 fit 12 - 18 lbs.


• What kind of baby accessories is the diaper cake decorated with? Are they items the parents can actually use?






• If you are going to a baby shower, the diaper cake can be made to match the theme. It also makes a beautiful baby shower centerpiece.

So if you want to bring a unique new baby gift to the next baby shower you attend, make it a diaper cake. You can't go wrong and it's guaranteed to be the new parents favorite gift!

Planning a Twins Baby Shower - Choosing Baby Shower Favors

Choosing baby shower favors for a twins theme is no different then any other party. If you want to stay within the "twins" theme you can be a little creative by putting together favors that represent two of items that go well together or just two of the same item.

If you want to make homemade baby shower favors for your party consider purchasing favor boxes or organza bags and filling them with some of these items:

• Travel-size body wash and lotion


• Nail polish and lip balm


• Two movie theater tickets


• Trial-size coffee pack and a wrapped cookie

There are tons of two peas in a pod favors available online if you are planning on using this theme.



Another idea is to choose personalized baby shower favors. A cute label or tag with the twins theme can be personalized to add to your baby shower favors.



Personalized candy bar wrappers are also another choice that is inexpensive and cute. It's a great way to give your guests a sweet treat!



No matter what favors you choose for your twins baby shower keep in mind that you want to give your guests a gift that they will use and appreciate.

Planning a Twins Baby Shower - Invitations & Decorations

Decorating for a twins baby shower can be a lot of fun and is pretty simple. No matter what theme you choose it is basically two of everything. Invitations should coordinate as closely as possible and clearly state it is a twins baby shower.

A couple of classic baby shower themes that incorporate the twins theme into the design are Two Peas in a Pod and Noah's Ark. Both of these themes are neutral and can be used for either baby boys or girls.

If you know whether the babies are boys and/or girls you can include pink and blue colors as part of your theme. Decorate with pink and/or blue streamers, balloons, and confetti. String up a clothes line and hang 2 onesies, booties, shirts, bibs, etc. using blue and/or pink depending on whether the babies are boys or girls.

You can buy matching baby shower invitations to coordinate with your theme or you can make your own. There are many online sites that offer free printable baby shower invitations. This site has a nice selection of twins baby shower invitations. All you need to do to print your own invitations is buy some quality card stock and find a design that fits your theme.

Join me tomorrow for tips on choosing party favors for a twins baby shower.

Planning a Twins Baby Shower - Choosing a Baby Shower Theme

Planning a baby shower for twins is especially exciting! The expecting parents will not only need two of everything but could probably use a few extra helping hands after the babies are born.

There are a few practical and cute baby shower themes that are perfect for twins. Just about any theme can be used for a twins shower but the following themes are the most popular:

• Two Peas in a Pod - this is a classic twins theme that is based on two adorable babies in a green pea pod. This is a neutral theme and works for baby boys or baby girls.


• Noah's Ark - this adorable theme features two by two animals and is perfect for animal lovers too. Decorate with pairs of cute stuffed animals placed around the room.

Besides these two themes you can also have a shower that the guests bring covered dishes that can be frozen for later use. The expecting mommy will appreciate this more then anything after the babies are born.

These baby shower themes can also be used for triplets, quadruplets, etc., just increase the theme items.

Join me tomorrow for tips on choosing invitations and decorations for a twins baby shower.

Twins Baby Shower - Planning Tips & Ideas

Planning a twins baby shower is just as easy as planning any shower. Just think two of everything and stick with a common theme. A mommy that is expecting more then one baby especially needs a baby shower!

Taking care of one baby is hard enough. I personally can not imagine having to take care of two infants at the same time. I applaud women that have the stamina to care of two newborns and still be able to stay awake.

This is why the expecting mommy should have an extra special baby shower. Once the babies are born she will barely have time to breath. A twins baby shower should supply the expecting parents with two of everything they need and lots of diapers, besides other useful services.

Join me this week for tips on themes, gift ideas, favors, and decorations for a twins baby shower.

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.