Fun Baby Shower Games to Try
Baby showers are all about celebrating new beginnings—but let’s be honest, it’s the games that turn a good shower into a great one. Whether you’re planning something low-key or going all out, the right mix of fun and interactive games will create unforgettable memories, break the ice between guests, and keep everyone talking long after the party ends.
Here are six tried-and-true baby shower games that are easy to set up, endlessly entertaining, and guaranteed to spark laughter.
1. Ice Ice Baby Challenge
How it works: Freeze tiny plastic babies inside ice cubes and drop one into each guest’s drink. Throughout the shower, guests watch as the ice melts. The first person whose ice fully melts and releases the baby must yell, "My water broke!"
Why it works: It’s easy to set up, keeps guests engaged over time, and always gets a few laughs.
2. Don’t Say “Baby”
How it works: Each guest starts the party with a clip, clothespin, or bracelet. If someone hears another guest say the word “baby,” they get to steal their token. The guest with the most tokens at the end of the shower wins a prize.
Why it works: This game turns your entire event into a playful competition and encourages interaction among guests who may not know each other.
3. What’s That Smell? (Baby Food Edition)
How it works: Blindfold guests and have them smell or taste-test various flavors of baby food. They must guess each flavor and write it down. The guest with the most correct guesses wins.
Why it works: It’s hilarious to watch people react to unexpected flavors, and it's an easy setup with common grocery items.
4. Blindfolded Diaper Race
How it works: Pair up guests and have one person blindfolded while the other provides verbal instructions. The goal is to change a diaper on a baby doll as quickly (and accurately) as possible.
Why it works: This game is chaotic in the best way and adds a touch of competition while celebrating the parents-to-be.
5. Who’s That Baby?
How it works: Before the shower, ask guests to send in baby photos of themselves. Display them on a board and have guests guess who’s who. The person with the most correct answers wins a prize.
Why it works: It’s nostalgic, funny, and a great way to get guests talking and reminiscing.
6. Diaper Messages for the Parents-to-Be
How it works: Set out a stack of diapers and colorful markers. Ask guests to write funny, sweet, or encouraging messages on the diapers for the new parents to read during late-night changes.
Why it works: It doubles as a keepsake activity and offers much-needed laughs during those 2 AM diaper changes.
Baby Shower Fun That Everyone Will Remember
A great baby shower isn’t just about gifts or cake—it’s about moments that bring people together. These six games strike the perfect balance of silly, sweet, and social, giving your guests a chance to laugh, connect, and celebrate the parents-to-be in style.
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