8 fun baby shower games everyone will enjoy
By Livia Gamble
Baby shower games have gotten a bad rap over the years.
For many, the thought of going to a baby shower makes them cringe. Not because of the cute baby on the way, but because of the games they might be forced to play. And to that, we say they just haven’t played the right games. Until now.
No pretend poo, no measuring anyone’s waist and definitely no opening presents: here are eight fun baby shower games that even the lurkers in the back will want to play.
1. Baby shower scratchie
This game is so simple, and everyone will love it because the effort required to participate is practically nothing. Just scratch the card and you’re done. Winning! The Etsy listing says: “As they scratch the circle on the front, they will reveal one of the five kinds of answers hidden underneath, but only the baby doll will crown a winner.” Easy! For more information, visit the website.
2. Multitasking mama
This game only works if you’ve got a competitive bunch of people who will stop at nothing to win. We recommend reading the room before playing. That said, it’s pretty funny to watch from the sidelines. The aim of this baby shower game is to see how many nappies competitors can hang on the line in one minute while holding a baby (doll). Mums will have this in the bag.
3. emoji Pictionary
Another game that doesn’t involve singing, dancing or publicly humiliating yourself, emoji Pictionary will keep your guests entertained from the comfort of their own seats. Buy a premade version of the game here.
4. Guess the baby food flavour
A challenge for the taste buds. Buy 10 different types of jarred baby food and place them in numbered bowls. Ask your friends to guess the flavours and write down their answers. The person with the most correct guesses wins. Just like blind wine tasting, but not (sorry).
5. Fingerprint tree
Say goodbye to the traditional guest book and replace it with this fingerprint tree (above), a gorgeous keepsake to remember the special day. Buy a ready-to-go version here.
6. Nursery rhyme trivia
Trivia is also a great game to play with groups. And the perfect theme for your baby shower nursery rhymes. It’s a topic that everyone knows; some guests might be a little rusty. Like all trivia games, watch out for the cheats!
7. Baby shower bingo
Who doesn’t love a game of bingo? It’s fun, it’s quick and yelling out bingo is so, so satisfying. Grab a premade baby shower bingo board.
8. Is it a pair of boobs or a butt?
This baby shower game has been doing the rounds for a few years now. And while it might make some people cringe, once you get started, it’s actually quite fun (and a lot harder than it looks). Save time and buy a ready-made version of the game.
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