One of the best parts about a winter baby shower is the fact that you don’t have to worry about mum-to-be getting too hot. When expecting, her temperature can run a bit higher than usual which can make anyone feel uncomfortable. With all of this in mind, here are some tips for planning the perfect winter shower for mum.

Choose a location

The right location is absolutely essential. It needs to be warm enough and there needs to be comfortable seating. You do not want her to have to sit low down since it will probably prove difficult to get up each time. If you are playing host, make sure that the most comfortable chair is reserved for the guest of honour. If you are hiring a venue, make sure that they have comfortable seating. No matter the venue, make sure that it’s not too far for mum-to-be to travel. You don’t want her driving for hours just to get there.

The perfect new baby gifts

Gifts are what every baby shower is all about! There is a fun and practical aspect to new baby gifts. Firstly, when it comes to practical gifts, you can look for a new baby hamper that includes clothing, blankets and teething toys. This ensures that mum has something that baby can enjoy right away as well as a toy that her newborn will enjoy after a few months. Hair brushes and similar items are also wonderfully practical. Stuffed animals designed for newborns add some fun to the gift basket and they are a lovely keepsake. Special plates, cutlery sets for baby and money boxes are all gorgeous gifts that can be saved for when baby gets a bit older. If mum says that she has just about everything she needs for baby’s first months, this type of gift will be perfect.

Plan the menu

When it comes to the menu, you need to take note of any foods that your guest of honour may not be consuming at this stage. You can ask her partner or spouse for some hints if you don’t want to ask her directly (if the party is a surprise). Comfort foods are usually great as well as plenty of non-alcoholic beverages. Many women suffer from indigestion so make sure that your food and beverage selection offers plenty of light options.

Finally, don’t forget to capture this special occasion on film! You will want to take plenty of videos and photos throughout the day so that mum will be able to look back one day and remember all the fun she had and how many wonderful people were there to support her.