10 of The Best Baby Shower Games

Congratulations on your journey to parenthood! As you prepare to welcome your little bundle of joy, it's time to celebrate with a memorable baby shower.

In this article, we explore some of the best and simple baby shower ideas and activities that will entertain your guests while creating lasting memories. So, let's dive in and make your baby shower an unforgettable experience!

1. Nappy relay

One of the classic and simple baby shower games is the Nappy Relay. This game brings out the competitive spirit in your guests and gives everyone a chance to practice their nappy changing skills.

What you’ll need:

Nappies, baby toy for each team, stopwatch.

How to play:

Divide your guests into even teams and provide each team with a baby doll in a nappy, and a stack of nappies for each team member to change. Each team member should take off the “dirty” nappy and then put a “fresh” one on.

Start the stopwatch and challenge the teams to see which team can change a nappy the fastest.

The laughter and excitement that follow will create a lively atmosphere at your baby shower. Not only is this game entertaining, but it also provides an opportunity for you to practice nappy changing techniques.

2. Baby food taste test

Get ready for some hilarious moments with the Baby Food Taste Test game. The challenge is to guess the correct flavour of each baby food. This game not only produces some hilarious faces but also gives everyone a taste of what your little one will be eating  one day.

What you’ll need:

Various flavours of baby food (labelled with numbers), wooden popsicle sticks, pens and paper.

How to play:

Prepare or purchase various flavours of baby food (check your guests’ dietary requirements first). Cover any labels with numbers and provide a clean popsicle stick for each flavour for each participant.

Each participant should try each baby food, using a clean popsicle stick, and write down their flavour guess. If you want to make it a bit easier you can put a list of flavours up on the wall for guests to choose from.

Whoever guesses the most correctly, wins!

For added fun, you can also blindfold the taste tester. As guests take a spoonful of baby food, their reactions and guesses will be entertaining. It's a great way to bond with your guests and share some funny moments together.

3. Guess the baby item

Test your guests' knowledge of baby essentials with the Guess the Baby Item game.

What you’ll need:

A bag or box, various baby items.

How to play:

Fill a bag or box with different baby items such as dummies, bibs, rattles, and onesies. Pass the bag around, allowing each guest to feel the items without looking.

After everyone has had a turn, ask them to write down their guesses for each item. The guest with the most correct answers wins.

This game not only adds an element of competition but also sparks conversations about baby items and their uses. It's a fantastic way to engage your guests and share tips and insights about essential baby gear.

4. Paint a bodysuit or bib

Unleash your guests' creativity with the Paint a Bodysuit or Bib activity. This activity not only creates a special keepsake for the baby but also adds a personal touch to the baby shower. It's a wonderful way to involve everyone in creating something meaningful for the baby.

What you’ll need:

Plain bodysuits or bibs, fabric paints, paintbrushes. 

How to play:

Provide plain bodysuits or bibs and a range of fabric paints and paintbrushes. Let your guests express their artistic talents by painting unique designs or messages on the clothing items.

Encourage your guests to get imaginative and create designs that reflect their personalities or convey heartfelt messages for the little one. The painted bodysuits or bibs can be displayed at the baby shower and later used by the parents-to-be as a cherished memento.

5. Baby name game

Choosing a name for your baby is an exciting task, and this baby shower game adds a fun twist to the process. It's a fun activity that sparks conversations and adds a personal element to the baby shower.

What you’ll need:

Pen and paper for each guest.

How to play:

Have each guest write down as many baby names as they can think of. Make sure you tell them the gender if you’re sharing it. Set a timer for 2 minutes and let the creativity flow. After the time is up, go around the room and have each guest share their list.

This game not only helps expecting parents discover new name options but also provides a fun opportunity for everyone to share their favourite names. Guests can offer name suggestions, share the stories behind their chosen names, or even propose unique and unusual names.

6. The baby photo game

This baby shower game invites guests to bring their baby photos, sparking laughter and nostalgia as everyone tries to guess who is who. Baby photos often reveal the innocence of childhood and give some insight into where people grew up.

What you’ll need:

You will need to let your guests know in advance to bring along a baby photo. Then on the day you will need some sticky notes, paper and pens for all guests.

How to play:

Set up a designated area for guests to leave their photos when they arrive, making sure to label each one with a sticky note with the guest's name to prevent any confusion later. Once all the photos are collected, display them for everyone to see, and provide each guest with paper and a pen to write down their guesses for each image. After everyone has had a chance to guess, go through the photos one by one to reveal the identities, sharing fun anecdotes or memories related to the guests' childhood.

7. The dirty nappy game

This simple baby shower game is a light-hearted and very funny way to prepare new parents for the realities of parenthood, where smelling nappies will soon become a daily activity. This game will get loads of laughs and hilarious photo opportunities as guests take part in the not-so-glamorous task of identifying chocolate bars disguised in nappies.

What you’ll need:

6 nappies and 6 different chocolate bars – sometimes the gooier the better! Plus pen and paper for each guest.

How to play:

To play this baby shower game, start by preparing the nappies; secretly place a different chocolate bar in each of the six nappies, ensuring that the chocolate is slightly melted to mimic the appearance of a dirty nappy for added authenticity. Each participant will take turns smelling the nappies to guess which chocolate bar is hidden inside. As guests take a whiff of the nappies, they write down their guesses on a piece of paper. Once everyone has had a chance to guess, reveal the contents of each nappy and share some laughs as guests compare their guesses to the actual chocolate bars. Consider awarding a fun prize to the winner, such as a box of chocolates or a jar of chocolate spread.

8. Baby shower charades

This baby shower idea is an entertaining game that will reveal who in the group knows their parenting best and who possesses impressive acting skills! This interactive activity will have guests laughing and cheering as they take turns acting out various parenting scenarios.

What you’ll need:

Paper and a pen.

How to play:

To play this baby shower game, begin by writing various parenting-related scenarios or phrases on small pieces of paper, such as:

• changing a nappy
• rocking a baby to sleep
• bathing a toddler
• dealing with a toddler's tantrum
• pushing a pram
• pushing a child on a swing

Fold each piece of paper and place them in a bowl or hat. Invite all guests to form a circle or gather in a comfortable area where everyone can see each other. Choose a player to start, and have them draw a scenario from the bowl. They will then have 60 seconds to act out the scenario without speaking, relying solely on gestures and movements. While one person acts, the other guests will try to guess what the scenario is. It’s important to remind participants that they cannot act out letters or mouth words, as this could give away the answer too easily. Encourage creativity and enthusiasm in their performances. After the time is up, whether the scenario was guessed or not, the next player takes their turn, and the game continues until everyone has had a chance to act. You can keep score of how many scenarios each player successfully guessed, otherwise it’s just a fun game of participation and a great ice-breaker between all your guests.

9. Guess mummy’s tummy

This light-hearted baby shower idea shows the uniqueness of every expectant mum. Each mum-to-be carries her baby differently, making it an entertaining challenge for guests to estimate the size of her tummy! This game becomes even more interesting when you see if the mum-to-be's partner can guess the closest measurement or if a guest will have the winning guess.

What you’ll need:

Ball of string

How to play:

To play Guess Mummy’s Tummy, begin by having the mum-to-be stand in front of everyone. Each participant will take turns cutting a length of string that they believe will fit around the mum-to-be’s back and over her bump. Once everyone has made their guess, the mum-to-be will then wrap the string around her to see whose estimate is closest. Finally, the guest whose guess is nearest to the actual length of string will be the winner, and you may consider awarding a small prize to celebrate their accurate estimation.

10. Nappy changing race

This fun and simple baby shower game captures the essence of the challenges faced by new parents during those early morning nappy changes. Many parents will find themselves in situations where they are changing nappies so frequently that they could almost do it with their eyes closed, so why not start practicing now!

What you’ll need:

2-3 baby dolls; 4-6 nappies; 2-3 blindfolds.

How to play:

This baby shower game is best played as heats, with 2-3 guests competing in each heat. Each guest in the heat will be given a baby doll and two nappies. The objective is for participants to change the nappy on the doll as quickly as possible while blindfolded. To begin, have the guests put on their blindfolds and place the baby dolls in front of them. Once everyone is ready, signal the start of the race. Guests will then race to remove the old nappy and put on a new one, all while relying on their sense of touch. To add to the challenge, spin each guest around a few times before they commence the nappy change. Choose a guest to judge each nappy change for speed and accuracy. After all the participants have completed the challenge, the judge can declare the winner based on the fastest time or the most successful nappy change.

Baby showers are a time of joy, laughter, and celebration. By incorporating these fun baby shower activities you can create lasting memories while preparing for the arrival of your little one. From the competitive Nappy Relay to the creative Paint a Bodysuit or Bib activity, these games will entertain your guests and make your baby shower truly special.

Remember, the best baby shower ideas are the ones that bring people together, spark conversation, and leave everyone with a smile on their face. So, gather your loved ones, enjoy the festivities, and get ready to welcome your bundle of joy into the world!