Baby Shower Menu

The baby shower menu is an important part of the party. Make sure you give the menu planning the thought and attention that it deserves. I have put together an outline to aid you in putting together the perfect baby shower menu & have also put together some menu samples to create a scrumptious meal.

Time of Day
The first step is to decide what time of day you will be holding the shower. If you are holding the baby shower at lunch or dinnertime, you should plan to serve a more substantial meal. If it's a mid-afternoon baby shower it can probably be a lighter fare (i.e. appetizers, tea sandwiches, beverages and cake).

Number of Guests
Consider how many people will be attending your shower and how much space you have to seat them. If you will not have ample table space for all of your guests, make sure that your food choices are easy to eat without a table. For example, avoid things that must be consumed with a knife and fork and opt for finger foods instead. Also, if you have a large group of guests attending, a buffet table for casual grazing is much more manageable than serving a more formal sit-down meal.

Food Preferences
Think about the food likes and dislikes of the mother-to-be and her invited guests. Even if you know the things your friend usually enjoys eating, check with her since tastes often change during pregnancy; favorite foods can become repulsive and previously disfavored foods can prompt cravings. Also ask her about any food allergies she or other guests may have.

Coed or all Female Party
An important part of planning the food for your baby shower is knowing who will be in attendance. If your baby shower is co-ed, you will probably need heartier food than for a women's only shower. Many men will not be sated by a lunch of finger sandwiches and quiche. They also tend to eat larger quantities, so make sure you have enough food for generous servings. Also, if you are holding a family-style shower event and expect small children, plan to have some perennial kid favorites like chicken nuggets, peanut butter and jelly sandwiches or macaroni and cheese.

Beverages
When planning beverages for your shower, you will need to decide whether or not to serve alcohol. While the mom-to-be is probably not indulging, guests may expect some wine or beer to be served. If you make alcoholic and non-alcoholic punch, make sure you label which bowl holds which. And, be sure to offer plenty of soft drinks like sodas, sparkling waters and juice.


I have put together some delicious menu options which can be customized for any type of baby shower.

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