Baby Shower Games - 10 Ideas Everyone Will Actually Love

A great baby shower is a mix of good snacks, pretty decorations and, above all, moments people talk about afterwards. And nothing creates those moments like a few well-chosen games! Whether you're hosting for your best friend, your sister or yourself, here are 10 baby shower games that get everyone involved, from grandma to your coworkers.

1. The baby pool

The all-time classic, and our favorite by far: every guest predicts the birth date, weight, length, gender and even the name of the baby. After the birth, you find out who knew the little one best!

The easiest way is to run it online: create your baby pool game in a few minutes, print the QR code, and every guest scans it and fills in their predictions on their own phone during the party. No paper, no math, and the game keeps going after the shower with everyone who couldn't make it.

2. Guess the belly size

Grab a ball of yarn or a ribbon. Each guest cuts the length they think matches the mom-to-be's belly. The giggles are guaranteed, especially when uncle Dave cuts off six feet of yarn!

3. The parents quiz

Prepare about ten questions about the parents: who will change the most diapers? Who will get up at night? Who will cave first for an overpriced toy? Guests vote, the parents reveal their answers, and the debates begin.

4. Mystery baby food

Peel the labels off a few jars of baby food and number them. Guests taste and try to guess the flavors. Between parsnip puree and apple-quince, the faces alone are worth it.

5. Don't say "baby"

Every guest gets a safety pin or a bracelet on arrival. Anyone who says the word "baby" hands their pin to whoever caught them. The person with the most pins at the end of the party wins a small prize.

6. Name that lullaby

Hum or play the first notes of lullabies and children's songs. The first team to name the tune scores a point. Instant nostalgia!

7. Advice cards for the parents

Put pretty cards on the tables and ask every guest to write down a tip, a story or a wish for the parents-to-be. Bundled together, those cards become a keepsake to reread years from now.

8. Guess the baby photo

Ask every guest to bring a photo of themselves as a baby. Pin them all up and try to match each photo to the right person. You'll see, some people haven't changed a bit!

9. The bottle chug race

Fill baby bottles with juice and race: first one to finish their bottle wins. Simple, ridiculous and perfect for breaking the ice.

10. The name game

If the parents are keeping the name a secret, let guests suggest their ideas or try to guess it. You can even include the name question in your baby pool, with bonus points for whoever gets closest.

A few hosting tips

• Timing: most baby showers happen around month seven or eight, when the bump is unmissable and the energy is still there.
• Don't overdo it: three or four games easily fill two hours of party. Leave time to chat and snack.
• Think of the people who can't come: with an online baby pool, family on the other side of the country plays along too. Just drop the link in the group chat.
• Plan small prizes: a chocolate bar, a candle, or eternal bragging rights. The point is celebrating together.

Frequently asked questions

How many games should a baby shower have? Three to four games spread over the afternoon is ideal. Start with the baby pool while everyone arrives, then alternate active games and quieter moments.

Can you host a virtual baby shower? Absolutely! The baby pool works perfectly for video-call showers: everyone fills in their predictions online and you go through the guesses together on screen.

Who hosts the baby shower? Traditionally a close friend or a sister, but more and more moms-to-be co-host their own party. There are no rules, except having fun!

Your turn

With these 10 ideas, your baby shower is already set for great memories. Start by creating your baby pool on MyBabyPool.com, print the QR code, and let the party begin!