Who organises and pays for a baby shower?

In this article, we discuss who organises and pays for a baby shower.

Who organises the baby shower?

It is up to the mum-to-be to decide who will host the baby shower. But typically she doesn’t organise it herself. She is the guest of honour and should be treated as so. This way she can mingle, play games, open presents, and enjoy herself.

The person who normally organises and hosts the baby shower is a close friend or family member. Who in term will enlist a few other friends and family to assist. This core group of people will be responsible for organising all aspects of the baby shower.

But that doesn’t mean the mum-to-be can’t host a baby shower herself. She might enjoy organising parties and would like to control everything. Or it could be a small or informal gathering where there’s not a lot to organise. 

The mum-to-be might also live far away from her friends. So she may choose to hold a virtual baby shower and host it herself.

Who pays for the baby shower?

Traditionally the host who is the main organiser will pay for the baby shower. But this will depend on many factors including the venue, budget, size of the guest list, and how extravagant it may be.

For instance, you can’t expect your best friend to throw a huge baby shower and pay for it all herself. So it is normal for the cost to be split between the host and the key organisers. This way the cost is shared with her closest family and friends.

Guests are not expected to pay for attending the baby shower. Especially since they will already be spending money on a baby shower present.

I hope this article has given you ideas on organising and paying for a baby shower. If you have any questions please feel free to contact me.

This article was written by Luisa Figueroa. I am the owner, designer and maker of the My Little Love Heart range of baby gifts and accessories. I have worked within the fashion industry for over 15 years and specialising in baby presents and accessories for the last 7. My love of fashion has enabled me to work and study around the world.