54 Fun Baby Shower Games
A baby shower is a great way to celebrate the impending arrival of your baby with friends, family and colleagues. Although baby showers have traditionally been more popular in the US, they’re becoming an increasingly fun way to celebrate in the UK too! If you’re organising a baby shower and looking for some unique games to play, check out the following list of baby shower game ideas to make it an event to remember. Some of these game ideas might even help you to choose a theme for your party, if that is something you’d like to have. Our fun and creative baby shower game ideas and handy printable resources are designed to make preparing a breeze!
Icebreaker Baby Shower Games
You may have several people on the guest list who don’t know each other – so what better way to introduce them than some icebreaker games? Even if your guests have known each other for years, icebreakers provide a great way to set the mood and get the party started! Try some of the following baby shower games to play and help everyone get to know each other whilst kicking off the party.
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1. Guess Who?
Ever wondered what your best friend looked like as a baby? Now it’s time to find out! This adorable baby shower game is sure to put a smile on everyone’s face.
What you'll need:
A baby photo of each guest (numbered)
Numbered blank lists (one for each guest)
A pens or pencil (one for each guest).
How to play:
When planning a baby shower, send invitations asking guests to bring a baby photo of themselves, preferably ones others haven't seen. Collect the photos at the start of the shower and display them around the room with numbers. Provide numbered lists for guests to guess who is in each picture. This game encourages mingling and sharing conservation about everyone's adorable baby days.
2. Fishing for Dummies
Transform the classic fairground ‘hook-a-duck’ game into a baby shower-friendly version by using dummies! Put your guests’ fishing skills to the test with miniature fishing rods and dummies, which also make the perfect gift for the new arrival – after the dummies are carefully washed and sterilised of course! This game can be enjoyed both inside and outside – depending on the weather.
What you'll need:
A large plastic tub or baby bath
10-15 dummies
Bamboo canes, string & non-sharp hooks
Prizes (optional).
How to play:
To have some splashy fun with this baby shower game, fill a large tub or baby bath with water, and place it in the kitchen or outside. Make some ‘fishing rods’ out of bamboo canes, string and non-sharp hooks (you can bend these out of paperclips or stiff wire if you have any at home). Fill the tub with the dummies, and let the guests try their luck at fishing for them by catching the dummy’s ring with their hook on the end of the string. If you’d like, you can buy some small prizes and number them, and have the dummies numbered, too. Afterwards, carefully wash and sterilise the dummies, place them in a box with a ribbon and give them to the parent(s)-to-be as a gift.
3. Find the Guest!
Nothing gets the conversation flowing like some fun facts. Help your guests get to know more about each other with this trivia-based game. You never know what you’ll learn about your loved ones!
What you'll need:
A pen and paper for each guest
A laptop/computer and a printer/photocopier.
How to play:
Before the party, look through your list of guests and make a note of any fun facts about each guest. You can ask around for tips if you don’t know some of the guests that well. Then, type up a list of the facts without saying who each fact belongs to. Print copies of the list and leave one on each guest's seat. When everyone arrives at your baby shower, guests will have to get to know each other quickly to find out which fact belongs to which guest. Set a timer for a few minutes, then, at the end, the guest with the most correct answers wins the game.
4. What Am I?
Not quite able to tell apart a cot from a bassinet? This game offers a great way to improve your newborn baby essentials knowledge while getting people mingling.
What you'll need:
Plain note cards
A pen
Safety pins for each guest
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Prepare for this baby shower game by making a card for each guest and writing a baby item on each card – for example, a nappy, dummy, cot and other baby-themed items. As guests arrive, pin a card on their back, and have them mingle, asking one another a series of ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ questions to try to identify the item on their back. After someone has correctly guessed, the card can be taken off. You can either just use this game as a quick icebreaker or give a prize to the first person who correctly guesses what item was pinned on their back.
5. Don’t Say Baby
Arguably one of the most budget-friendly baby shower games out there. ‘Don’t Say Baby’ will leave your guests cracking up and engage their competitive spirit! All that’s required is a few clothes pegs.
What you'll need:
5 clothes pegs per guest
Prize (optional).
How to play:
When your guests arrive, pin five clothes pegs onto each guest and offer a single instruction: don’t say ‘baby’. Have your guests keep their ears open, and if they hear anyone say the word ‘baby,’ they get to take away one of that person's clothes pegs. The guest with the most pegs left at the end of the baby shower is the winner. This simple baby shower game is fun, and it encourages guests to interact in an interesting way. Also, the parent-to-be might get some inspiration for cute nicknames to call their little one.
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Our Free Printable Games to Play at a Baby Shower
Cut down on the baby shower prep time by downloading and printing our baby shower games here – and read on for more inspiration and instructions.
6. Baby Shower Bingo
Let every guest get involved in the fun of giving and receiving gifts by playing Baby Shower Bingo. Nothing quite beats the heart-warming moment when the parent-to-be opens up all their gifts!
What you'll need:
Bingo cards with 3x3 squares (a card for each guest)
Small stickers or pens
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Before the party, print out our baby bingo sheet and give one to each guest. Hand each guest a card, which should be unique for everyone with a different combination of gifts. Then, as the parent(s)-to-be opens their gifts, guests can mark off any items received with a sticker or cross it out with a pen. The first guest to complete a row, column or diagonal wins!
7. Who Said What?
How well do all your guests know you and each other? Put their knowledge to the test with this fun-filled baby shower activity.
What you'll need:
Printed copies of our downloadable He Said/She Said game
A pen (for each guest)
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Give copies of the questions to the parent(s)-to-be before the party, and ask them to write down their answers. During the shower, give copies of the questions to all the guests, and have them use their imagination to fill in the blanks with what they think the parent(s) said in answer to each question. The guest who guesses the answers closest to the truth wins the game.
8. Wishes for Baby
We all want the best for our children. This lovely baby shower game lets your guests express their wishes and dreams, or perhaps funny expectations for your life as a parent!
What you'll need:
A pen (for each guest)
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Hand your guests a sheet and a pen and have them fill in the blanks with wishes and predictions about the baby’s future (for example: ‘Your parents will be proud of you because…’). Let them know they can make their answers as funny or as sentimental as they'd like. Once finished, have people read out their answers to the first question, and vote for the best answer. The winner gets a point, and then you can move on to the next item on the list. The person with the highest score wins a prize.
9. The Price Is Right
Come on down! Bring all the fun and excitement of one of TV's most popular game shows to your baby shower with this hilarious take on a classic price match game.
What you'll need:
Pictures of baby items cut from a catalogue or printed out – they can even be from the parent(s)-to-be’s baby shower gift list
Small prizes for the winners
A pen and paper (for each guest).
How to play:
Lay out the pictures of the baby-related items and give your guests a pen and paper. Describe each item to your guests while showing them the image and have them note down their estimated price in pounds (GBP) based on typical UK prices. For each item, the guests with the nearest price to the correct retail value without going over wins a prize. You can download and print our The Price Is Right game here!
Simple and Easy Baby Shower Games
Planning a baby shower that is enjoyable for everyone can be challenging. However, keeping it simple and suitable for all ages is a great way to keep guests entertained and engaged while minimising your workload. Whether you’re hosting family, friends or children, these easy-to-learn baby shower games are perfect for creating a down-to-earth atmosphere that brings people together.
10. Baby Shower Pictionary
This fun and easy baby shower game adds a creative and competitive twist to the party, letting everyone laugh at their artistic skills!
What you'll need:
A whiteboard, easel or large pad of paper
Markers
A list of baby-related words (nappy, pushchair, lullaby, etc.).
How to play:
Divide the guests into two teams. A player from each team picks a baby-themed word and draws it while their team guesses within a time limit. The team with the most correct guesses wins the game!
11. Dummy Hunt
Dummy Hunt is a straightforward, interactive game that gets everyone moving and searching around the party space.
What you'll need:
Small plastic dummies (or other baby-themed items)
A basket or container for each guest
A prize (optional).
How to Play:
Before the party starts, hide dummies around the venue in various spots. Give each guest a basket or container and set a timer. The guest who finds the most dummies before time runs out wins a prize! It's easy to play, and even young kids can join in the fun.
12. Cuddly Toy Toss
Cuddly Toy Toss is a super simple yet fun baby shower game that everyone can enjoy. It's like a mini baby-themed sports day that’s low-effort and high-fun for all ages.
What you'll need:
A basket, bucket or baby bath
Small cuddly toys
Tape to mark a throwing line
Prize (optional).
How to Play:
Set up the basket or bucket at a reasonable distance from the throwing line. Guests take turns tossing the cuddly toys into the basket from behind the line. Each successful toss earns a point, and the guest with the most points wins a prize!
Spooky Baby Shower Games for Autumn Fun
If you're hosting a baby shower during the festive autumn season, why not add a spooky twist to your games? These spooky games for baby showers will bring a bit of seasonal fun to your celebration without being too scary. Perfect for guests of all ages, these games are a great way to embrace autumn vibes while celebrating the little one on the way!
13. Pumpkin Dummy Toss
This autumn-themed game for baby showers is a cute spin on a traditional toss game, and it’s easy to set up!
What you'll need:
Small plastic pumpkins or pumpkin buckets
Dummies or soft baby toys to toss
A marker to set up a throwing line
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Line up the pumpkin buckets and have guests stand behind the throwing line. Guests take turns tossing dummies into the pumpkins, earning points for each successful toss. The guest with the most points at the end wins a seasonal prize!
14. Mummy Wrap Race
This game brings a spooky twist to a classic baby shower activity by transforming guests into ‘mummies’ in a timed race!
What you'll need:
Rolls of toilet paper or white streamers
Timer or stopwatch
Prize (optional).
How to Play:
Divide the guests into pairs or small groups. In each pair, one person will be the ‘mummy,’ while the others wrap them up using toilet paper or streamers. It is important to note that the pregnant parent should sit this game out to avoid any potential risks to the baby; they can act as the referee instead. Set a timer, and the group that wraps their ‘mummy’ the fastest will win a prize! This game is a silly and fun way to engage everyone in the spooky theme.
15. Spooky Charades
This charades game combines spooky themes with baby-related items, giving guests the chance to act out fun scenarios.
What you'll need:
A list of spooky or autumn-themed baby-related phrases (e.g., ‘changing a baby at night’, ‘rocking a baby to sleep during a storm’, etc.)
A timer
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Write down different baby-related tasks or items with a spooky twist on pieces of paper.
Guests take turns drawing a card and acting out the phrase without speaking while others guess. Whoever guesses the most correct answers wins! This game is a great way to blend seasonal fun with baby shower traditions.
Funny Baby Shower Games
What’s a party without a good laugh? These games will leave your guests smiling, giggling and chuckling. Check out the following activities for a truly memorable baby shower.
16. Because I Said So!
Parents are always right, right? Your parents probably had a lot of favourite sayings they would pull out when you were a kid. Now it’s time to reminisce and see how they hold up with this entertaining game!
What you'll need:
A pen and paper slips (for each guest)
A bowl to collect the slips.
How to play:
Ask guests to write down a saying or piece of advice that they associate with their parents on a slip of paper. The sayings should be short, for example: ‘Watching too much telly will give you square eyes’, ‘It costs nothing to smile!’ or ‘Never eat cheese before going to bed’. Then, put all the slips in a bowl, mix them up, and let everyone draw one (making sure no one draws their own saying). Have fun guessing who wrote each saying and whether they would say it to their own child.
17. Don't Drop the (Egg) Baby
Who doesn’t love a classic egg and spoon race? Laughs are guaranteed with this energetic game. It also gives your guests the opportunity to show off their creative sides.
What you'll need:
1 egg (hardboiled) for each guest
Paints, food colouring, markers, etc.
A wooden spoon (for each guest)
Plenty of space
Prize or trophy (optional).
How to play:
Ask your shower guests to decorate an egg to look like a baby, using paints, food colouring, pens or other decorations. Then organise a race in which each guest carries the egg ‘baby’ on a spoon. The spoon can be held in the hand, and the race can be a simple race to the finish or a relay race. Play for the first slice of cake or award a small prize or trophy to the winner.
18. Ice, Ice Baby!
Nothing quite beats the shock when the first guest shouts out the instructed words during this funny baby shower game! Play it to find out why.
What you'll need:
Ice cube tray
Tiny plastic babies – 1 for each guest (you can probably find them in a party store or pound shop)
Prize (optional).
How to play:
For this unique baby shower game, place the plastic babies in the ice tray, pour water over them, and freeze them the night before. When all the guests have arrived, put an ice cube baby in each person's drink. Your guests will need to pay attention to the melting baby and shout, ‘My waters have broken!’ (or another slogan of your choosing) when the baby completely melts out of the ice cube. The first who calls it wins. If you’re combining the baby shower with a gender reveal, you could modify this game by having everyone shout ‘It’s a boy!’ or ‘It’s a girl!’, depending on their guess. Later, when it’s time for the big reveal, everyone who guessed right could be first in line for a slice of cake or some other treat!
19. Play-Dough Babies
Do you have a knack for artistic games? Put the skills of your guests to the test with this timed game. The results are sure to give everyone a good laugh!
What you'll need:
Play-dough (purchased or homemade) in different colours
Baking cases (one for each guest)
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Get your guests’ creative juices going with play-dough. Give everyone a baking case and a few different coloured pieces of dough and set a timer for 15 minutes. The aim of the game is to see who can create the cutest dough baby in the given time. You can make things fun by adding plastic knives, pencils or anything else that can help your guests get artistic. Of course, the parent(s)-to-be decides the winner.
20. We’re Having a Baby!
A great baby shower game for couples or friends, and a fun way to have your guests experience a baby bump – particularly the male guests! The actual pregnant person should sit this one out and simply enjoy watching their guests in action.
What you'll need:
Balloons
Prizes (optional).
How to play:
Split the guests up into teams of four or five, and give each guest a balloon. When you say ‘go’, someone from each team must blow up the balloon and stick it under their shirt. Then, the second person must blow up a balloon and stick it under their shirt and so on until all the team members have balloons under their shirts. Each team tries to bump ‘tummies’ against each other to burst the balloons. The first team to pop all the balloons wins the game.
Active Baby Shower Games for Energetic Fun
Parenting requires plenty of energy, so what better way to prep than with some energetic baby shower activities? Check out the following list of high-energy fun for inspiration.
21. Nappy Change Relay Race
Mastering changing a nappy is one of the most important tasks for new parents. Let the fun ensue by practising on a doll while the clock is ticking. You’ll all be seasoned pros in no time!
What you'll need:
1 pack of newborn nappies
1 pack of baby wipes, such as Pampers Harmonie New Baby Wipes
1 baby blanket
Cuddly toys or baby dolls
Prizes (optional).
How to play:
Assemble your baby shower guests in teams of the same number, and have each team stand in line. Each team should begin with its baby doll or cuddly toy wearing a nappy and wrapped in a baby blanket. When you give the word to start, the first person in line in each team changes the nappy, removing the blanket and nappy, wiping the doll's bottom with a baby wipe, putting another nappy on, and rewrapping the doll in the blanket. Then the doll is handed to the next team member for changing, and the nappy changer goes to the back of the line. When everyone on a team has changed the toy’s nappy once, that team has won.
22. Balloon Baby Twist
Lively, hilarious, and a challenge, what’s not to love about this active baby shower game?
What you'll need:
Balloons
Twister game (mat and spinner)
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Have each participant blow up at least one balloon and place it under their shirt to make the ‘baby’. Then play a hilariously awkward game of Twister. You can give prizes for the most twisted pose, most balloons carried under the shirt, and the least number of popped or dropped balloons. Let the parent(s)-to-be sit in a chair and be the judge while enjoying the fun.
Fun Baby Shower Guessing Games
Fun is the name of the game at every party – including your baby shower! Make sure you and your guests have a day to remember with some of these great guessing games.
23. Baby Birthday Pool
Who doesn’t love a good guessing game? Baby birthday pool is a baby shower classic and sure to be a hit.
What you'll need:
A pen and paper (for each guest), or
1 printed calendar of the expected birth month to pass around
Prizes (optional).
This baby shower standby is always a hit. Before beginning the game, ask the parent(s)-to-be to reveal their anticipated due date. Remind everyone that only 5% of babies are born exactly on their due date! Then, ask each guest to predict the day and the time the baby will be born, and write their prediction on the paper or calendar. You can promise to give a prize to each person who picks the correct day and also to the person who most closely picks the time. Don't forget to send those prizes out after the baby is born.
24. Guess the Famous Parent
This game is a winner for baby showers. It touches on everyone’s favourite subject: pop culture! Have fun finding out which guest is most clued-up when it comes to celeb gossip!
What you'll need:
Name tags with the names of famous parents printed on each (one for each guest).
How to play:
Before your guests arrive, write or print the names of some famous parents (e.g. Victoria Beckham, Kate Middleton, etc) onto name tags for each guest. You could choose a category like mothers in fiction, parents from current or classic TV programmes or films, or anything you wish. When your guests arrive, attach a name tag to the back of each guest, without letting the guest see the name. Ask everyone to walk around and ask ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ questions of the other guests to figure out whose name is on their back. It’s a great icebreaker, helping guests who may not know each other to get talking.
25. Do You Know What It Is?
Another classic, ‘Do You Know What It Is?’ is always a hit with party guests. It almost always produces some hilarious guesses!
What you'll need:
10 paper bags
10 baby items (like a nappy, dummy, etc.)
A pen and paper (for each guest)
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Before the party, put a baby item into each bag, and number the bags. At the party, hand out the sheets of paper and pens to the guests, then start passing the bags out one by one. The guest must take a guess at what they think is in each bag without opening it, and write it down; however, shaking and feeling the bag is allowed. After the guesses have been scribbled on the paper, ask the parent(s)-to-be to do the great reveal. The guest with the most correct guesses is the winner.
26. How Old Was Mum or Dad?
Who doesn’t love reminiscing on their teenage years and youth? Look back and enjoy those awkward years with your guests!
What you'll need:
Photos of the parent(s)-to-be at different ages
A pen and paper (for each guest).
How to play:
Arrange the pictures of the parent(s)-to-be on a board or a table and place a number next to each picture. Ask the guests to write the numbers in the order of age and see who gets the most correct.
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Crafty Baby Shower Games for Creativity
Crafts are the best way to let your guests bring out their creative side at the baby shower, whilst also creating a sweet gift for the new arrival. As crafts often require a little more prep, stay on top of everything by downloading our baby shower planning checklist.
27. Decorate the T-shirt
Transform your guests into fashion designers! The new baby will gain a custom-made wardrobe curated by those near and dear to their parents.
What you'll need:
Plain baby-size T-shirts or baby bodysuits for each guest
Fabric markers or non-toxic fabric paints
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Ask each guest to decorate an outfit for the new baby. If you like, have the parent(s)-to-be relax in another room during the decorating time. When everyone is finished, spread the finished products out on a table and ask the parent(s)-to-be to guess which guest decorated each one. You can even get people to choose their favourite and the winner gets a prize.
28. Make a Baby Quilt
A baby blanket makes a great keepsake, so why not get friends and family involved in making one?
What you'll need:
Pre-cut squares of light-coloured fabric
Fabric markers or non-toxic fabric paints.
How to play:
Give each guest a square of fabric to decorate for the new baby. You can decorate the squares at the party, or send guests their square in advance, and ask them to bring their decorated square to the shower. If you decide to do the decorating beforehand, then at the party, you can ask the group to arrange the squares (you'll need to have some extra squares, perhaps in a patterned fabric or contrasting plain colour) and make a quilt pattern. After the party, you can assemble the quilt yourself or send it to an expert quilter to put together. You can use this memento as decoration or in the baby’s pram. Remember to keep your baby’s cot free from blankets.
29. Nappy Notes
Nappies always make for fun party games at baby showers and provide the added bonus of being a gift for the new parents! Bring a smile to the parent(s)-to-be each time a nappy change is on the cards.
What you'll need:
A large box of newborn nappies, such as Pampers Premium Protection New Baby
Different coloured permanent markers.
How to play:
Give each guest a nappy and a marker pen, and have them write a funny quote, joke, words of encouragement, or anything creative on the back of the nappy. Then, give the box of personalised nappies to the parent(s)-to-be for inspiration during a late-night nappy change!
30. Art for the Baby
Decorating the nursery is a fun-filled activity for parents-to-be. Why not fill it with art carefully crafted by loved ones?
What you'll need:
Mini canvases or paper
Paint
Markers
Decorative craft items, like stickers or glitter.
How to play:
Put the supplies out on the table and have some old newspaper handy to put under the paintings to make cleaning up easier. Have all your guests create art for the baby’s nursery. Encourage imaginations to run wild — they can produce drawings, inspirational quotes, or anything that they think would be great for the nursery.
Fun Baby Shower Word Games
Word games almost always end in fits of laughter, so they’re an ideal activity for your baby shower! You never know, you might all learn a thing or two along the way.
31. Baby Word Unscramble
A baby shower-take on a classic word game – select baby-related words to test the power of your guests’ knowledge and give their brains a workout!
What you'll need:
Scrambled word lists (one for each guest)
A pen/pencil (for each guest)
Timer
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Choose between 10 and 20 common words associated with babies — pram, cradle, nappy, etc. Then, make a list of these words with their letters all mixed up — mrap, edclra, ypann. Hand out copies of the scrambled word list to all the guests. Ask them to unscramble the letters and write down the real words as quickly as they can. Set a timer for 5 minutes and see who can unscramble the most words during that time.
32. Baby Name Maker
Still looking for some baby name inspiration? Perhaps it lies with your guests! Ask them to generate names and see if any take your fancy.
What you'll need:
A pen and paper (for each guest)
Timer.
How to play:
Write down the names of the expecting parents (first and last names) on a sheet of paper and distribute to each guest. Then, set a timer for 5 or 10 minutes. Ask guests to see how many names for the new baby they can make using only the letters in the parents' names. You’ll definitely get some unique combinations, but if the parent(s)-to-be still needs inspiration, suggest the Pampers Baby Name Generator for even more ideas.
33. ABC Blocks
Toddlers love to play with blocks, so provide your new arrival with a lovely, personalised keepsake for when they’re a little older with ABC blocks!
What you'll need:
Blank wooden blocks (you can get these from a craft shop)
Permanent markers or wood paints.
How to play:
Give each guest a block (or more) and ask them to decorate it with different letters of the alphabet. Just make sure everyone does something different until you have a range from A to Z. This not only lets your guests get creative, but it makes a cute keepsake for the parent(s)-to-be and their little one.
Baby Shower Trivia Questions
Trivia games are always a big hit, particularly at baby showers. They give your guests a good chance to learn more about you and have a laugh! You can also use baby-related questions so everyone can improve their baby knowledge.
34. All About Mum or Dad
Who doesn’t love finding out fun facts about their loved ones? See what your guests can discover with this enlightening trivia game.
What you'll need:
Prepared list of trivia questions about the parent(s)
Notepad and pen for recording answers and results
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Before the baby shower, prepare a list of questions about the parent(s)-to-be, with their help, of course. The questions can focus on fun facts from their babyhood/childhood, or their present life, or both. Examples of questions:
• What time of day were they born?
• What is the name of their favourite childhood pet?
• What's the name of their primary school?
• Where did the expectant parents meet?
At the baby shower, read the questions out loud (or ask the parent(s)-to-be to read them), and have the guests call out the answers. Designate one person to be in charge of noting who guesses correctly. The guest with the most correct answers wins.
35. Firstborn Children of Famous People
Put your knowledge to the test with a baby shower game that focuses on famous parents from history, pop culture and more!
What you'll need:
List of famous parents (a copy for each guest)
1 answer key
A pen/pencil (for each guest)
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Think of at least 10 famous parents from British history, pop culture or a category of your choice. Then do some research and write down the name of the eldest child of each parent (this is your answer key). Distribute a list of the parents' names to your guests. Ask everyone to write down the name of the eldest child next to the parent's name. This game can also be adapted for the 2nd child, 3rd child, etc. See who can correctly name the greatest number of children.
36. Nursery Rhyme Knowledge
Do you know your Little Bo-Peep from your Incy Wincy Spider? Take a trip down memory lane with this fun nursery rhyme-themed game.
What you'll need:
A pen and pre-prepared nursery-rhyme worksheet (for each guest)
Laptop/computer and printer/photocopier
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Type out snippets from well-known nursery rhymes, but leave the end off, or leave parts of it blank, and print enough copies for your baby shower guests. When your guests arrive, distribute the worksheets and ask them to fill in the blanks of the missing nursery rhymes. Give them five minutes to complete the sheet; whoever gets the most right wins the game.
37. Name the Baby Tune
A fun game with minimal prep – what’s not to love? Swap nursery rhymes for songs with the word ‘baby’ in them and test your guests’ musical knowledge.
What you'll need:
A playlist of songs with the word ‘baby’
A pen and paper (for each guest)
Prize (optional).
How to play:
There is no prep work needed for this simple baby shower game; just press play once everyone is ready. Have the guests shout out the name of the song, and make a note of who gets it right the fastest. The person who guesses the most correct answers wins the game.
38. Do You Know Your Cartoon Babies?
Most people have a favourite cartoon/animated baby character from some point in their childhood. See what your guests can come up with in this fun game!
What you'll need:
A pen and paper (for each guest)
A laptop/computer and printer/photocopier
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Test your guests on the cartoons they used to love as children. Draw a line down the middle of a sheet of paper and write the names of some cartoon/animated mums and/or dads on one side, leaving the baby side blank. Make copies for your guests, and hand them out at the party. Ask guests to fill in the names of the cartoon babies on the right-hand side.
Fun Baby Shower Nappy Games
This list already has a fair few nappy games – but the more you play, the more nappies you’ll have ready for your new arrival! You can even check out our selection and pick your chosen Pampers nappies for guests to bring along for the baby shower games.
39. Nappy Surprise
Compared to the above game, this one might give your guests a messy surprise – but all in good spirits!
What you'll need:
A few different kinds of chocolate bars
1 package of nappies
A pen and paper (for each guest)
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Before your shower guests arrive, heat each chocolate bar in the microwave and smear the gooey mess onto a nappy, keeping track of which chocolate bar goes on which nappy. After your guests arrive, have them do a ‘sniff’ test of each nappy and guess which kind of chocolate is on each one, writing down their guesses on a sheet of paper. The winning ‘nose’ is the one with the greatest number of correct guesses.
40. Nappy Raffle
Everyone gets a fun prize in this game, and someone will be well stocked-up on nappies!
What you'll need:
Raffle tickets
Prizes for the draw.
How to play:
When you invite your guests to the baby shower, ask them to bring at least one package of nappies, letting them know that the more packs of nappies they bring, the more raffle tickets they will get to participate in the game! At the shower, give your guests one ticket for each pack they bring, and then do a raffle draw where guests are in for the chance to win some small prizes, and the lucky parents end up with the packs of nappies.
41. Nappy Stack
If you’re a fan of Jenga, this will be a great game for you! It’s guaranteed to have everyone in hysterics!
What you’ll need:
A pile of nappies for each group
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Split your guests into groups of four or five and get them to take turns placing nappies on top of a slowly mounting stack. The goal of the game is to place as many nappies in a stack as possible without the whole thing toppling over. It ends once someone places a nappy on the stack and causes it to fall over! You could always award the team that used the most nappies before their stack fell with a prize.
Co-ed Baby Shower Games for Large Groups
Every game in the list so far is suitable for both male and female parent(s)-to-be, or can easily be adapted. But if you’re specifically looking for co-ed baby shower games, check out the following list!
42. Mummy and Daddy Brain Teaser
See which of your guests has the best memory with this party classic! You could always opt to use gender-specific items if you know the baby’s gender.
What you'll need:
Basket or tray
At least 20 baby-related items
Paper and pen (for each guest)
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Fill a basket or tray with small baby-related objects before the shower. During the shower, ask the parent(s)-to-be to quickly walk around the room and show everyone the basket/tray. After the quick viewing, hide the basket in another room and distribute paper and pens. Ask everyone to write down all of the items they saw in the basket. See who has the best memory and can recall the most items.
43. Super Parent in Training
Give every guest the opportunity to become a super parent! Everyone can practice their multitasking skills while the hilarity ensues.
What you'll need:
A cordless or mobile phone
Approximately eight pairs of unmatched baby socks
A stack of nappies
Baby doll or cuddly toy
A timer.
How to play:
Each of your guests will have a turn trying to be a super parent. When you say ‘Go’, the super parent candidate has to pick up the phone and cradle it between their ear and shoulder. At the same time, they must correctly sort the socks into matched piles and change the baby's nappy. They cannot put down the phone while they are doing this. Before the next guest begins their turn, mix up the socks again. Time each guest to see how long it takes to complete the tasks − no mistakes allowed, of course.
44. Pin the Poo
Transport your guests back to their childhood with a baby-related twist on the party classic Pin the Tail on the Donkey.
What you'll need:
A large piece of paper
Permanent markers, scissors, double-sided tape
Brown paper cut into poo shapes
A scarf/fabric to use as a blindfold.
How to play:
Use permanent markers to draw an outline of a nappy on a large piece of paper and stick it on the wall. Next, draw poo shapes (just like the poo emoji) on the brown piece of paper and cut them out, placing a piece of double-sided tape on the back of each poo. Blindfold your guests and spin them around a few times, then get them to stick the poo on the nappy one at a time.
45. Pass the Parcel
Everyone is likely to be familiar with Pass the Parcel. It’s a party classic! It’s a great way to thank your guests for showing up with a small gift.
What you'll need:
Music player
One small, wrapped gift per round.
How to play:
Prep for this game by wrapping a small gift (one per round). Get your guests to sit or stand in a circle and start passing the gift around the circle when the music starts. Whoever has the gift in their hands when the music stops is out. However, the last person holding it is the winner and gets to keep it!
46. Over or Under
See how much your guests know about pregnancy, parenthood and the parent(s)-to-be with this fun knowledge game. You never know what you might learn!
What you'll need:
A list of faux numerical facts (for each guest/team)
A pen/pencil (for each guest)
A timer
Prizes (optional).
How to play:
Write a list of incorrect numerical facts related to pregnancy, parenthood or the parent(s)-to-be, leaving a blank line after the ‘fact’. Some ideas include:
There are 30 days before the baby’s due date. ____
In the first week, babies typically go through 20 nappies. ____
The parents-to-be have known each other for 7 years. ____
The parents-to-be found out that they were pregnant at 13 weeks. ____
The baby’s full name has 28 letters. ____
The average baby weighs 3.7 kilograms at birth. ____
Give each guest a copy of the list with blank lines next to the false facts. Your guests could also work in pairs. Then they need to write ‘over’ or ‘under’ on the blank line based on whether they think the number is higher or lower than the actual fact. Set the timer for 10 minutes to give your guests time to deliberate, then reveal the true answers once time’s up! The person or team with the most correct answers wins.
Animal Baby Shower Games
Animal-themed games are always a hit. Check out some of the following baby shower game ideas for inspiration. You could even opt for an animal-themed baby shower!
47. Pick a Duck
A fun game of chance for every guest! This game has the added bonus of resulting in another gift for the parent(s)-to-be.
What you'll need:
1 toy duck for each guest
A baby bath
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Fill a baby bath with water and put the ducks in it. On the bottom of one duck, make a distinctive, special marking. Ask each guest to pick a duck, and the one who picks the special duck wins a prize. After the shower, donate at least a few ducks to the parent(s)-to-be for all those baths to come.
48. Baby Animal Names
Fancy yourself a bit of a nature enthusiast? Put your knowledge to the test and get your guests thinking with this knowledge-based animal game.
What you'll need:
Master list of animals
Answer key with the baby names of each animal – you can download or print our game sheet for this baby shower animal game
A pen and paper for each guest
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Here's a chance to test your guests' knowledge of the animal kingdom. Make a list of 10 to 20 animals, and ask your guests to write down the word for that animal's baby. Do your research beforehand so you have an answer key. Some unusual ones include:
• Dolphin (baby is a calf)
• Crocodile (baby is a hatchling)
• Swan (baby is a cygnet).
When everyone is finished, read the correct words out loud, and have guests score themselves. Give a prize to the guest with the highest score.
Fast-Paced Baby Shower Games
These games are a fast-paced way to put a smile on everyone’s face! They often inspire some fierce competition, which is part of the fun. As a bonus, they’re usually pretty easy to set up and require minimal prep work.
Your guests will have one minute to complete each of the games below. So, ready, set, go!
49. Feed the Baby
Satiate your guests’ appetite for baby food with this hilarious, fast-paced baby shower game. No one will be able to hold back their laughter, especially once the timer runs out!
What you’ll need:
Two jars of baby food and two baby spoons for each pair of players
Fabric/scarves to use as blindfolds
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Get each guest to select a partner. Both partners then need to be blindfolded, and they have one minute to feed each other baby food. The pair that eats the most baby food from the jars wins!
50. Potty Pennies
Another baby shower party game bound to have every guest in fits of laughter. Potty Pennies is a play on the expression ‘spend a penny,’ which means to go for a wee. It’s the ultimate test in concentration!
What you’ll need:
A plastic baby potty
Pennies
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Split your guests into two teams of four or five and place the plastic baby potty near the teams. Once the timer starts, one person from each team must walk a penny between their legs and drop it in the potty without using their hands. When the first person from the team completes the challenge, the next person ‘spends a penny’ in the potty, and so on. Whichever team drops the most pennies in the potty wins. As an added bonus, the potty makes a great gift for the parent(s)-to-be!
51. Match the Socks
Another race against the clock that ends with more gifts for the parent(s)-to-be!
What you’ll need:
Several pairs of baby socks
A timer
Prize (optional).
How to play:
For this game, you could ask each guest to bring a pair or two of socks with them to the party. Spread out the baby socks randomly on the floor, making sure the pairs aren’t next to each other. Set the timer and ask your guests to find matching pairs. Whoever has the most sets of socks wins.
52. Ring Pop Dummy
In this hilarious baby shower game, your guests will race against the clock to devour a ring pop, mimicking a baby sucking on a dummy!
What you’ll need:
A ring pop for each player
A timer
Prize (optional).
How to play:
Set the timer and your guests have one minute to suck on their ring pop – no biting! Whoever has the smallest ring at the end wins. You can also increase the time on this one from one minute to two minutes (or so).
53. Pass the Dummy
Another one that's sure to produce laughs, this fast-paced baby shower game is both challenging and hilarious.
What you’ll need:
A straw (for each guest)
One baby dummy with a ring handle
Prizes (optional).
How to play:
Divide your guests into teams of four or five and have them stand in a line with a straw in their mouth. They have one minute to try and pass the dummy down the entire line only using their straws – no hands! This is why you need a dummy with a ring handle so that the players can try to move their heads in a way that connects the straws to pass the dummy to the next person! Whichever team completes the line or gets the furthest in the allocated time wins.
54. Suck It Up
If your guests are parents themselves, then this should be easy – but, of course, it’s a funny challenge!
What you’ll need:
A baby bottle and baby bulb syringe for each team
Mini marshmallows
Prizes (optional)
How to play:
Create teams of four or five guests and give them each a pile of mini marshmallows. Place each team’s baby bottle on a table not too far away. When the timer starts, the first player must use the syringe to suck up a marshmallow and run it over to drop in their team’s bottle. They’ll pass the syringe to the next player and so forth. Whichever team has the most marshmallows in their bottle wins.
Baby Shower Game Prizes: Small Gift Ideas for Winners
Choosing gifts for baby shower games can be affordable and fun! Here are some enjoyable and budget-friendly prizes that will delight your winners:
Mini succulents or plants. A cute and enduring reminder of the special day.
Scented candles. Always a popular choice for relaxing at home.
A jar of local jam or chutney. A tasty and local gift is always a winner. You can even provide some crackers.
Bath bombs or luxury soaps. Simple yet indulgent treats for self-care.
Customized biscuits or treats. Tasty and can be themed to match the baby shower.
Travel-sized beauty products. Perfect for those who love pampering on the go.
Reusable shopping bags. Eco-friendly and practical baby shower game gifts.
Coffee or a tin of posh tea. For guests who love their morning pick-me-up.
Cute notebooks or stationery. Creative, inexpensive baby shower prizes that everyone will appreciate.
These options are readily available and affordable and will add a thoughtful touch to your baby shower!
FAQs at a Glance
You can play as few or as many games as you’d like at your baby shower – there aren’t any rules! It may be best to take into account how many guests and how much time you have. As you most probably want a fun-filled party, it’s best to include at least a few games in the schedule.
The Bottom Line
As the host of a baby shower, you most likely want to come up with a fun and memorable event for your guests. Hopefully, the above list has given you some inspiration for games you could play, which will help create a fun-filled event guests will remember for years to come!
If you’re looking to start the party off with something special and relevant for a baby shower, you could always try making your own nappy cake – a decorative (non-edible) cake made from nappies. The parent(s)-to-be will almost certainly love the gesture – and supply of nappies!
At the end of the day, every baby shower is memorable, no matter how big or small. Try not to put too much pressure on yourself and remember to let your hair down and enjoy making those special memories on the day!
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