Planning3 min read
When Should You Have Your Baby Shower?
The ideal timing, plus factors that might change your plans.
Read article →Practical advice, expert tips, and honest guides for baby shower planning, registries, and everything in between.
The ideal timing, plus factors that might change your plans.
Read article →Who hosts, who's invited, and what to expect.
Read article →Expert picks from real parents — not sponsored recommendations.
Read article →Tips for planning with a partner, friend, or family member.
Read article →Skip the cringe — these games guests will genuinely enjoy.
Read article →A beautiful celebration doesn't require a huge budget.
Read article →Popular themes, how to pick, and where to buy supplies.
Read article →Week-by-week guide so nothing falls through the cracks.
Read article →Everything you need (and don't need) organized by category.
Read article →Gift amount guidelines based on your relationship and budget.
Read article →Games, tech setup, and tips for celebrating remotely.
Read article →Templates, timing, and tips for thoughtful thank-yous.
Read article →When to have a sprinkle, what to expect, and etiquette for baby #2+.
Read article →Pros, cons, and when to choose cash funds over physical gifts.
Read article →Menus, serving tips, and how much to make for your guest count.
Read article →Coordinate with friends to get the parents what they really want.
Read article →Get 10–15% off everything you still need before baby arrives.
Read article →An honest comparison to help you choose the right registry.
Read article →Honest advice on party favors — including when to skip them entirely.
Read article →Skip these items and save your registry space for things you'll actually use.
Read article →Templates, timing, and what to include on your invitations.
Read article →Budget-friendly decoration ideas that don't look homemade.
Read article →A practical registry for parents who already have gear.
Read article →Music that sets the mood without dominating the room.
Read article →Everything you need, nothing you don't.
Read article →How to be a great guest at a Zoom baby shower.
Read article →Timeline for building your registry and sharing it.
Read article →Everything you need for labor, delivery, and postpartum stay.
Read article →Hour-by-hour guide for a smooth shower day.
Read article →Should you have both? What's the difference?
Read article →Prize ideas for every budget that guests actually want.
Read article →Week-by-week guide to getting the nursery ready.
Read article →Installation tips, expiration dates, and common mistakes.
Read article →City dwellers, suburban families, and active parents.
Read article →Must-haves for nursing success, minus the gimmicks.
Read article →Types of bottles, nipple flow, and cleaning tips.
Read article →Which type of monitor is right for your family?
Read article →The essentials checklist for outings with baby.
Read article →An overview of popular sleep training approaches.
Read article →Items to help you heal and feel human after birth.
Read article →How to celebrate the dad-to-be with style.
Read article →What's changed since you had kids (a lot).
Read article →Smart registry planning for multiples.
Read article →Etiquette and ideas for adoption celebrations.
Read article →Reduce waste with environmentally conscious baby gear.
Read article →When to cook yourself and when to call in help.
Read article →How to arrange the space for comfort and flow.
Read article →Tips for great photos without hiring a professional.
Read article →Planning tips that won't blow the surprise.
Read article →Where to host from budget-friendly to splurge-worthy.
Read article →Symptoms, milestones, and what to expect in weeks 1-12.
Read article →What happens in weeks 13-27 and why it's often the easiest.
Read article →Preparing for baby's arrival in weeks 28-40.
Read article →Tips for finding the perfect name for your little one.
Read article →How and when to share your exciting news.
Read article →Everything you need for beautiful pregnancy photos.
Read article →Types of birthing classes and what you'll learn.
Read article →Creating a flexible birth plan medical staff will respect.
Read article →What to pack for road trips and flights with an infant.
Read article →What to expect and how to care for your new baby.
Read article →What to expect developmentally in the first 12 months.
Read article →A guide to introducing your baby to real food.
Read article →How to help your baby through the teething phase.
Read article →Safety essentials for crawlers and toddlers.
Read article →Your rights, schedule, and tips for pumping success.
Read article →How to navigate the transition back to work.
Read article →Pros and cons of different childcare arrangements.
Read article →Recognizing baby blues vs. postpartum depression.
Read article →Practical ways to help in the postpartum period.
Read article →How to stock your freezer before baby arrives.
Read article →Where to spend and where to save on baby products.
Read article →Which secondhand baby items are safe (and which aren't).
Read article →Pros, cons, costs, and environmental impact.
Read article →Preventing SIDS with evidence-based safe sleep practices.
Read article →How to respond to well-meaning but annoying comments.
Read article →What gift-givers need to know about registry shopping.
Read article →Price matching, coupons, and timing your purchases.
Read article →Capturing your baby's first days beautifully.
Read article →Creative ways for guests to leave messages and memories.
Read article →Cultural traditions for welcoming a new baby.
Read article →From simple to elaborate, cake inspiration for your shower.
Read article →Navigating workplace baby celebrations.
Read article →Inclusive celebration ideas for all family structures.
Read article →Planning celebrations when service members may be deployed.
Read article →Thoughtful ways to honor loss while celebrating new life.
Read article →How to track responses and follow up gracefully.
Read article →Get diapers AND give guests a chance to win prizes.
Read article →Pros, cons, and alternatives to public gift opening.
Read article →Coordinating food support after baby arrives.
Read article →How to navigate different parenting styles with family.
Read article →Protecting your information while still getting gifts.
Read article →Tips for the guest of honor who's feeling overwhelmed.
Read article →Copy-paste templates for shower thank-you notes.
Read article →Don't fall into these common registry traps.
Read article →Put these tips into action. Create your free In9Months registry and shower plan in minutes.