2nd Trimester

Ideas for a *Spring* baby shower...

Usually im good with this stuff but im running dry on ideas!  I was thinking if I were having a girl I could do an "April showers brings May Flowers" theme.

But its a boy and i'm due in June. I want to do a nice fresh spring theme, but I still want it to be "boyish" ... although Id like to use yellows rather than the traditional blue = boy. Yellow is my favorite color.

 Any cute ideas for themes??? 

«1

Re: Ideas for a *Spring* baby shower...

  • My cousin just had a rubby ducky themed shower. It was cute and there are tons of ideas on pinterest.
    Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker


    Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker
  • Loading the player...
  • You could do a "He brings me Sunshine after a Rainy Day theme". That way you could do a lot of cute plays still on the whole SHOWER part that you would have done for a girl but then instead of the 'flowers' do "Suns" because thats what he will be to you... a bright beautiful Son!
  • Bees theme..sort of like Burt's bees colors, yellow and black, you can have honeycomb decors, make some fresh lemonade and your give away souvenirs could be bear shaped bottles of honey, put personalized labels on them. You can get ideas from projectnursery.com, click on gallery, they have pics of nurseries, baby showers and birthdays you can get ideas from. Good Luck! =)
    Warning No formatter is installed for the format bbhtml
  • I don't see why you couldn't still do that theme for a boy if you really like it. I would just incorporate "boy colored" flowers! Blues, yellow, etc
    Lilypie Maternity tickers

    <3 Mama to 2 girls - H&I <3
  • I agree that you could still do the April showers theme with blue and yellow flowers. I'm curious though, are you planning on throwing your own shower? Deciding on the theme should really be left to your host(s). Throwing your own baby shower is tacky. 
  • This content has been removed.
  • Maybe something farm themed?  Yellow straw/Straw hats...

     

    Or

     

    Rubber Duck theme? 

    Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker
    Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker
  • imagePumpkin_Princess:
    I agree that you could still do the April showers theme with blue and yellow flowers. I'm curious though, are you planning on throwing your own shower? Deciding on the theme should really be left to your hosts. Throwing your own baby shower is tacky.nbsp;


    She can still give her host an idea of themes she likes.
    Lilypie Maternity tickers

    <3 Mama to 2 girls - H&I <3
  • This content has been removed.
  • imageBliss+Berry:

    imagelindsey61811:
    imagePumpkin_Princess:
    I agree that you could still do the April showers theme with blue and yellow flowers. I'm curious though, are you planning on throwing your own shower? Deciding on the theme should really be left to your hosts. Throwing your own baby shower is tacky.nbsp;


    She can still give her host an idea of themes she likes.

    Actually,she really shouldn't. &nbsp;A shower is a gift so unless the host specifically asks for input, the guest of honor should sit back and keep quiet.&nbsp;



    I disagree. But to each their own.

    Edited to add yes I agree if the host asks for her input, which I would think hosts usually do. FTM though so haven't had a baby shower yet.
    Lilypie Maternity tickers

    <3 Mama to 2 girls - H&I <3
  • imagelindsey61811:
    imagePumpkin_Princess:
    I agree that you could still do the April showers theme with blue and yellow flowers. I'm curious though, are you planning on throwing your own shower? Deciding on the theme should really be left to your hosts. Throwing your own baby shower is tacky.nbsp;


    She can still give her host an idea of themes she likes.


    I didn't say that she couldn't. I answered her theme question and then asked for clarification because it's written like she is planning it herself, which is generally frowned upon. I wasn't mean to her.
  • The whole baby shower rules and regulations thing is way over rated and redic to me! I dont know who made these things up but I dont think it matters either way.

    To me it is about the Mother and baby and Mom should have input and maybe help plan things.

    My Mother is throwing mine and even though she asks some questions that I feel like she can handle on her own I love being able to plan with her and make sure things come out the way we want them to.

    I would hate for someone to say I am going to throw you a shower and put little to no effort into it...and you have to sit there and smile anyways?  But that is my opinion and I know that it is more than likely an unpopular opinion!

    Image and video hosting by TinyPic BabyFetus Ticker
  • imagenowuseeme4407:
    The whole baby shower rules and regulationsnbsp;thing is way over rated and redic to me! I dont know who made these things up but I dont think it matters either way.To me it is about the Mother and baby and Mom should have input and maybe help plan things. My Mother is throwing mine and even though she asks some questions that I feel like she can handle on her own I love being able to plan with her and make sure things come out the way we want them to. I would hate for someone to say I am going to throw you a shower and put little to no effort into it...and you have to sit there and smile anyways? nbsp;But that is my opinion and I know that it is more than likely an unpopular opinion!


    You don't get to be picky about the gifts you receive. You either decline entirely or suck it up and smile. You can give input if asked, and throwing your own shower is never appropriate.
  • imagePumpkin_Princess:
    imagenowuseeme4407:
    The whole baby shower rules and regulationsnbsp;thing is way over rated and redic to me! I dont know who made these things up but I dont think it matters either way.To me it is about the Mother and baby and Mom should have input and maybe help plan things. My Mother is throwing mine and even though she asks some questions that I feel like she can handle on her own I love being able to plan with her and make sure things come out the way we want them to. I would hate for someone to say I am going to throw you a shower and put little to no effort into it...and you have to sit there and smile anyways? nbsp;But that is my opinion and I know that it is more than likely an unpopular opinion!
    You don't get to be picky about the gifts you receive. You either decline entirely or suck it up and smile. You can give input if asked, and throwing your own shower is never appropriate.

    What about throwing your own birthday party...is that bad and in-appropriate too? There is no reason for rules like these. They just give other people a reason to be judgmental. Take part in whatever you want to take part in! Unless it is a total surprise shower (which rarely happens) then why make it up to everyone else!? 

    I planned my own wedding and reception, I plan parties all the time that Is something I enjoy and am really good at. I enjoy helping with Shower decisions when I can.  

    Image and video hosting by TinyPic BabyFetus Ticker
  • In my situation, my mom gave me a baby shower.  My mom wanted my input and I helped her pick out all of the decorations...honestly, there wasn't any weird "oh you do this and I'll do this stuff" or just be appreciative that she gave me a shower thing....It was my mom...we just worked together and it was wonderful.  Honestly though, if my best friend put the shower together, I know she would have asked me what theme I wanted.  I guess I just assumed that most people chose their own baby shower theme.....

    Good luck to you...and I like the sunshine idea someone came up with if you have a boy.

    BabyName Ticker Lilypie Second Birthday tickers Daisypath Anniversary tickers
  • imageBliss+Berry:

    imagelindsey61811:
    imagePumpkin_Princess:
    I agree that you could still do the April showers theme with blue and yellow flowers. I'm curious though, are you planning on throwing your own shower? Deciding on the theme should really be left to your hosts. Throwing your own baby shower is tacky.nbsp;
    She can still give her host an idea of themes she likes.

    Actually,she really shouldn't.  A shower is a gift so unless the host specifically asks for input, the guest of honor should sit back and keep quiet. 

    I couldn't agree more. It's inappropriate to tell the person who is generous enough to throw you a shower, how they should do so.  

    DD1 4.14.10
    DD2 8.22.13
    MMC 1.4.17 at 16w
    Expecting #3, EDD 1.29.18

    Pregnancy Ticker
  • I don't agree with this at all. Someone is awfully opinionated....sheesh. I believe there is NO problem with the mother-to-be giving/having input. Most family/friends are very open and welcoming to ideas from their preggo loved one. Just my experience. I would hate to have to feel that I have to "sit back and keep quiet"...strange...
    Mrs. Lotz
  • imageKellyScott04:
    I don't agree with this at all. Someone is awfully opinionated....sheesh. I believe there is NO problem with the mother-to-be giving/having input. Most family/friends are very open and welcoming to ideas from their preggo loved one. Just my experience. I would hate to have to feel that I have to "sit back and keep quiet"...strange...

    well said

    BabyName Ticker Lilypie Second Birthday tickers Daisypath Anniversary tickers
  • 110 she should have some sort of input. You only have ONE shower, it should be the momtobe's vision as well. After all, it is for her.
    I can't imagine that whomever is throwing you the shower in the first place wouldn't bother to ask if there is anything special you want.
  • I meant 110 percent
  • This content has been removed.
  • imageBliss+Berry:
    imagenowuseeme4407:

    imagePumpkin_Princess:
    imagenowuseeme4407:
    The whole baby shower rules and regulationsnbsp;thing is way over rated and redic to me! I dont know who made these things up but I dont think it matters either way.To me it is about the Mother and baby and Mom should have input and maybe help plan things. My Mother is throwing mine and even though she asks some questions that I feel like she can handle on her own I love being able to plan with her and make sure things come out the way we want them to. I would hate for someone to say I am going to throw you a shower and put little to no effort into it...and you have to sit there and smile anyways? nbsp;But that is my opinion and I know that it is more than likely an unpopular opinion!
    You don't get to be picky about the gifts you receive. You either decline entirely or suck it up and smile. You can give input if asked, and throwing your own shower is never appropriate.

    What about throwing your own birthday party...is that bad and in-appropriate too? There is no reason for rules like these. They just give other people a reason to be judgmental. Take part in whatever you want to take part in! Unless it is a total surprise shower (which rarely happens) then why make it up to everyone else!? 

    I planned my own wedding and reception, I plan parties all the time that Is something I enjoy and am really good at. I enjoy helping with Shower decisions when I can.  

    The difference is that a shower is a gift giving event.  The sole purpose of the shower is to "shower" the MTB with gifts which is why you should never throw one for yourself because it would be gift grabby.

    Weddings and birthdays are not about gifts. 

    I don't often get involved but this is crazy talk!  When did the sole purpose of a baby shower become gifts?  I thought it was a celebration of the mom-to-be and baby-to-come. 

    Lilypie Third Birthday tickers

    Married: October 23, 2010

    DS: 8/7/2013

    #2 EDD: 6/29/2016, C Section: 6/22/2016



  • imagestephweinstein:
    imageBliss+Berry:
    imagenowuseeme4407:

    imagePumpkin_Princess:
    imagenowuseeme4407:
    The whole baby shower rules and regulationsnbsp;thing is way over rated and redic to me! I dont know who made these things up but I dont think it matters either way.To me it is about the Mother and baby and Mom should have input and maybe help plan things. My Mother is throwing mine and even though she asks some questions that I feel like she can handle on her own I love being able to plan with her and make sure things come out the way we want them to. I would hate for someone to say I am going to throw you a shower and put little to no effort into it...and you have to sit there and smile anyways? nbsp;But that is my opinion and I know that it is more than likely an unpopular opinion!
    You don't get to be picky about the gifts you receive. You either decline entirely or suck it up and smile. You can give input if asked, and throwing your own shower is never appropriate.

    What about throwing your own birthday party...is that bad and in-appropriate too? There is no reason for rules like these. They just give other people a reason to be judgmental. Take part in whatever you want to take part in! Unless it is a total surprise shower (which rarely happens) then why make it up to everyone else!? 

    I planned my own wedding and reception, I plan parties all the time that Is something I enjoy and am really good at. I enjoy helping with Shower decisions when I can.  

    The difference is that a shower is a gift giving event.  The sole purpose of the shower is to "shower" the MTB with gifts which is why you should never throw one for yourself because it would be gift grabby.

    Weddings and birthdays are not about gifts. 

    I don't often get involved but this is crazy talk!  When did the sole purpose of a baby shower become gifts?  I thought it was a celebration of the mom-to-be and baby-to-come. 

    THIS.

    Me - 26 DH - 27

      8/15 - BFP

    beta #1 - 178 beta #2 - 385 beta #3 - 934

    u/s 9/13 - 1 little heartbeat :)


    image




  • I love the idea of rubber duckies and umbrellas, but I also love the idea of a dinosaur theme! I don't know where that came from, it's not spring-y at all (unless they're wearing rainboots? Hahaha) but I dig dinosaurs for boys... Green and orange and turquoise and yellow dinos! Perhaps even pastel colors, if it's around Easter?

    Personally, I really appreciated that my shower was the same color scheme than our nursery! That was a sweet touch, and it brought people to get things that matched! It was awesome! Just another idea! 


    Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker
  • Wow all that over a shower question lol.  I completely disagree about it being tacky to throw your own shower. Its a ridiculous statement... this isnt the 50's and it doesnt suggest one is being bossy and/or greedy. It simply means they want their shower to be how they envisioned it.  Is it tacky when women have more than one shower as well... or if their husbands and other men show up? Give me a break, times have changed ladies. There is no right or wrong rules!  I know plenty of women who threw their own showers and plenty who didnt but had just as nice of a shower and were actually HAPPIER with the outcome.  Its not like people say "oh Im not going because she threw her OWN shower.. GOD FORBIIIID" ... or "im not going because she made suggestions to the host OHHH MYYYY".  Get over it. 

    Also, I agree with another poster... showers are NOT specifically about gifts.  Its a chance to celebrate the baby to come with family and friends and good food!

     

    Oh gosh how absurd. To each their own. No need to judge others or act like know it all's on a topic that doesn't have an ultimate RULE book.  

  • This content has been removed.
  • I am a second time mom and just thought I would say that I helped plan my own baby shower with my mom and it was a great shower. We all had so much fun playing the games and there were some tearful moments too (my mom made a beautiful quilt for our baby girl). Everyone had a good time and no one thought any differently towards me because I helped plan it. Those that came were happy to be there celebrating with me.    

    Also, someone said that you shouldn't be picky about the gifts you receive, well how many of you are going to do a gift registry? Isn't that just a list of items that YOU picked out that you want someone else to buy FOR YOU!!! How is that any different regardless if you plan the shower or if someone else plans it for you?

     As for the original question there are so many themes to choose from. I would try looking on Pinterest. They have some awesome ideas. Good luck with your shower.

  • So mean. Someone was obviously born with a silver spoon for the type of ideas and opinions they have about showers. These forums are for moms to be to be supportive of one another...not for people to get on and make comments like "You can be your sweet *** that they're saying that behind your back". How old are we? I do believe people are done seeing your useless comments under this baby shower post.
    Mrs. Lotz
  • imagemichelina34:
    I am a second time mom and just thought I would say that I helped plan my own baby shower with my mom and it was a great shower. We all had so much fun playing the games and there were some tearful moments too my mom made a beautiful quilt for our baby girl. Everyone had a good time and no one thought any differently towards me because I helped plan it. Those that came were happy to be there celebrating with me.nbsp; nbsp;nbsp; Also, someone said that you shouldn't be picky about the gifts you receive, well how many of you are going to do a gift registry? Isn't that just a list of items that YOU picked out that you want someone else to buy FOR YOU!!! How is that any different regardless if you plan the shower or if someone else plans it for you? nbsp;As for the original question there are so many themes to choose from. I would try looking on Pinterest. They have some awesome ideas. Good luck with your shower.


    A registry is a list of things you plan to buy for your baby and offered as a suggestion if someone would like to buy you something. If someone bought you a gift that wasn't on the registry, would you tell them that it wasn't good enough? I doubt it. The "don't be picky" was directed at the person who suggested that it was ok to plan your own shower if the hostess wasn't putting forth enough effort, which is the same as telling her that the gift of a shower that she is spending her time and money on is not good enough. You don't find that to be rude? Really? If the hostess asks for your input, then by all means give it, but dictating how she will host your shower because it's not up to your standards is beyond rude.

    ETA: what's with the sense of entitlement like people "deserve" the shower of their dreams? You don't "deserve" anything just because you got pregnant. Take it for what it is, a gift, and be happy that people care enough about you to throw or attend a shower for you in the first place.
  • imageKellyScott04:
    So mean. Someone was obviously born with a silver spoon for the type of ideas and opinions they have about showers. These forums are for moms to be to be supportive of one another...not for people to get on and make comments like "You can be your sweet that they're saying that behind your back". How old are we? I do believe people are done seeing your useless comments under this baby shower post.

    Bras are for support, not strangers online.
    Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker
  • imagemabenner1:
    imageKellyScott04:
    So mean. Someone was obviously born with a silver spoon for the type of ideas and opinions they have about showers. These forums are for moms to be to be supportive of one another...not for people to get on and make comments like "You can be your sweet that they're saying that behind your back". How old are we? I do believe people are done seeing your useless comments under this baby shower post.
    Bras are for support, not strangers online.

    When did this board become all about support?  You're looking to anonymous strangers for support...riiiiight.  Call your mom or your best friend if you want to be placated.

    Warning No formatter is installed for the format bbhtml
  • imageCranang:

    imagemabenner1:
    imageKellyScott04:
    So mean. Someone was obviously born with a silver spoon for the type of ideas and opinions they have about showers. These forums are for moms to be to be supportive of one another...not for people to get on and make comments like "You can be your sweet that they're saying that behind your back". How old are we? I do believe people are done seeing your useless comments under this baby shower post.
    Bras are for support, not strangers online.

    When did this board become all about support?&nbsp; You're looking to anonymous strangers for support...riiiiight.&nbsp; Call your mom or your best friend if you want to be placated.


    Only pregnant women can post here and be nice to everyone. Moms, people ttc, and dads have no place here. I cant believe I didn't know that.
    Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker
  • imagemichelina34:
    . ETA: what's with the sense of entitlement like people "deserve" the shower of their dreams? You don't "deserve" anything just because you got pregnant. Take it for what it is, a gift, and be happy that people care enough about you to throw or attend a shower for you in the first place.

    Completely agree.  We adopted our first son and had no showers, parties, or celebrations until he was legally ours.  You know what, we were just completely thrilled to be parents.  Our enjoyment of becoming parents had nothing to do with the material things traditionally given at showers.  If you've ever thrown a shower, you know it is a gift . . . the honoree shows up, smiles, and says thank you.  

    Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker<Baby Birthday Ticker Ticker>
  • There's a lot of entitled beezies up in here..
  • imagemichelina34:
    I am a second time mom and just thought I would say that I helped plan my own baby shower with my mom and it was a great shower. We all had so much fun playing the games and there were some tearful moments too my mom made a beautiful quilt for our baby girl. Everyone had a good time and no one thought any differently towards me because I helped plan it. Those that came were happy to be there celebrating with me.nbsp; nbsp;nbsp; Also, someone said that you shouldn't be picky about the gifts you receive, well how many of you are going to do a gift registry? Isn't that just a list of items that YOU picked out that you want someone else to buy FOR YOU!!! How is that any different regardless if you plan the shower or if someone else plans it for you? nbsp;As for the original question there are so many themes to choose from. I would try looking on Pinterest. They have some awesome ideas. Good luck with your shower.



    Good point! That's funny.
  • Wow, good one. That's all you have is a remark about bras? Let me see, so thebump.com is not for advice and support from other MTB's? Interesting. Nice empty response there, lol.
    Mrs. Lotz
  • Boards are for support AND advice. Have you read through ANY of them lately? I can't even begin to imagine why some women are so blind to that little smidgen of a concept. LOL..wow
    Mrs. Lotz
This discussion has been closed.
Choose Another Board
Search Boards
"
"