53 Unique Baby Shower Game Ideas

Planning a baby shower? Ditch the overplayed games and get ready to surprise your guests with activities they’ll actually remember. From laugh-out-loud challenges to heartwarming keepsakes, these unique baby shower games will add a fresh twist to your celebration—and leave everyone talking long after the party’s over.

Creative Baby Shower Game Ideas

Lucky Duck Prize Draw

This game is simple and cheerful. Everyone has a chance to win a prize, making it perfect for guests who want an easy activity.

Instructions:

1. Fill a tub or large bowl with water and float around ten rubber ducks inside.
2. Write a unique number on the bottom of each duck to match a raffle ticket.
3. Give each guest a raffle ticket as they arrive.
4. Throughout the party, pick ducks from the water and call out numbers. The guest with the matching ticket chooses a prize from the table.

Match the Disney Kiddo

This game lets guests test their memory with famous movie families. It fits Disney-themed parties or any event with guests who love classic characters. Add a time limit to keep the game moving.

Materials needed:

• List of Disney mother characters on a sheet of paper (left column)
• Blank space beside each name for answers
• Pens for everyone

Instructions:

1. Make enough copies of the sheet for all guests.
2. Each player writes the child of each listed Disney mom. For example, “Simba” next to “Sarabi.”
3. After everyone finishes, check the answers together.
4. The guest with the most correct answers wins a prize.

Guess the Number of Goodies

Try this classic guessing game by filling a clear container with baby or party-themed items. It’s easy to set up and requires no prep from guests. Quick and fun, it’s a great way to spark conversation.

Instructions:

1. Fill a clear jar, bowl, or bucket with a chosen item. Good options include small oranges, candy, pacifiers, or tiny socks.
2. Count and record the exact number before the party.
3. Place the container on the main table.
4. Give each guest a slip of paper and a pen.
5. Ask guests to guess how many items are inside. Collect all guesses before revealing the answer.
6. The closest guess wins a small prize.

Name That Craving

This guessing game brings out stories as everyone tries to figure out the unusual foods the parent-to-be has wanted during pregnancy.

Instructions:

1. The expectant mom describes her cravings one at a time without naming the foods directly. She can talk about the snack, when she wanted it, or how odd it was.
2. Each guest writes down their guess.
3. After all the cravings are described, check the answers. The guest with the most correct guesses wins.

Summary Table

Game Name	Supplies Needed	Guest Involvement	Main Activity Type
Lucky Duck Prize Draw	Rubber ducks, raffle tickets, water tub, prizes	Low	Prize drawing
Match the Disney Kiddo	Printed sheets, pens	Medium	Trivia/Memory
Guess the Number of Goodies	Container, items to guess, paper, pens	Low to Medium	Guessing/Estimation
Name That Craving	Paper, pens	High	Guessing/Storytelling

Entertaining Baby Shower Games for Laughs

Speedy Baby Food Challenge

Get ready for messy fun and lots of laughs with the Speedy Baby Food Challenge. This fast-paced game brings out everyone’s competitive (and slightly chaotic) side! This game usually ends in laughter as everyone tries to feed each other.

Materials needed:

• Baby spoons
• Jars of pureed baby food
• Blindfolds
• Small prizes

Instructions:

1. Check for food allergies or dietary restrictions before choosing the baby food.
2. Form teams of two and blindfold both partners.
3. One person feeds the other a jar of pureed baby food with a baby spoon.
4. The first team to finish wins a prize.

Frozen Baby Rescue Race

In this game, everyone works to free a tiny plastic baby from a frozen cube. Each guest gets a drink with a plastic baby frozen in an ice cube. The first person to melt the ice and “deliver” the baby wins. Time the game and share the funniest methods used.

Materials needed:

• Mini plastic baby figurines
• Ice cube trays
• Drinks of choice

Instructions:

1. Give everyone a drink.
2. Announce that the first to free their baby and shout out wins.
3. Players can use any safe method to melt the ice.

Say What? Gift Opening

This activity turns gift opening into a funny guessing game. As the guest of honor opens presents, someone writes down everything she says.

After the gifts are opened, read the comments back to the group as “things she said the night the baby was conceived.” Or let the mom-to-be read them aloud for extra laughs. This gets everyone giggling and works well for parents with a sense of humor.

Examples of phrases:

• “This is so cute!”
• “I can’t believe how tiny it is!”

Silly Name Tag Mix-Up

This game adds a twist to introductions. Give each guest a name tag with a baby-themed word instead of their real name, like “Cuddlebug,” “Pacifier,” or “Blankie.” It helps break the ice and gets guests laughing as they use playful names.

Materials needed:

• Name tags
• Marker
• Piggy bank or jar
• Coins or small bills

Instructions:

1. Guests put on their new “names” when they arrive.
2. Throughout the event, everyone must use the tag names—no real names allowed.
3. Anyone who slips and uses a real name puts a coin into the piggy bank.
4. Use the coins for a small gift or savings for the baby.

Baby Name Tag Examples Table

Guest	Name Tag
Aunt Linda	Snugglebug
Ella	Little Star
David	Stroller King

Energetic Baby Shower Activities

Pacifier Fishing Game

This lively activity puts a playful twist on a party challenge. It’s a silly, splashy game that’s guaranteed to get everyone laughing.

Materials needed:

• small plastic bowls
• 3-5 pacifiers per bowl
• water
• whistle or baby rattle

Instructions:

1. Start the game with a whistle or rattle.
2. Give each guest a plastic bowl filled with water and several pacifiers.
3. Guests keep their hands behind their backs and try to fish out all the pacifiers using only their mouths.
4. The first to collect all the pacifiers wins.
5. You can number the prizes and pacifiers for extra fun.

Blindfolded Diaper Switch Race

Blindfolds, baby dolls, and a race against the clock—this hilarious challenge turns diaper duty into a team sport. It’s the perfect game to break the ice and get everyone cheering.

Materials needed:

• Life-size baby dolls (1 per team)
• Diapers (1 per guest + 2 extra per team)
• Blindfolds (1 per team)

Instructions:

1. Divide guests into teams and have them line up.
2. The first member puts on a blindfold.
3. That person removes the diaper from the doll and puts on a fresh one without peeking.
4. The next teammate goes when the first finishes.
5. Continue until everyone has had a turn.
6. The fastest team wins.

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Balloon Belly Pop Race

Teams compete in a balloon-popping relay. Each team receives enough balloons for every member and a pin for popping. This game works indoors or outdoors and keeps everyone moving.

Materials needed:

• Balloons (1 per guest)
• Pins (1 per team)

Instructions:

1. Teams line up. The first member blows up a balloon and stuffs it under their shirt to mimic a baby bump.
2. The next teammate repeats the process until all have “balloon bellies.”
3. Once ready, team members pop their balloons one after another using the pins.
4. The team that pops all their balloons the fastest wins.

One-Handed Clothes Pin Grab

This activity challenges guests to remove as many baby clothes as possible using just one hand. Before the party, hang baby outfits on hangers with clothespins. Each guest takes a turn with their own hanger. For larger groups, play as a team relay.

Materials needed:

• Baby clothes (multiple pieces per guest)
• Hangers (1 per guest)
• Clothespins

Instructions:

1. Each person puts one hand behind their back.
2. On “go,” they try to remove as many baby clothes as possible in under one minute.
3. Dropping clothes or pins means lost points.
4. The person who collects the most clothes within the time limit wins.

Simple Baby Shower Activities

Gift Bingo Game

Turn gift-opening into an interactive game with Gift Bingo. It keeps guests engaged, adds a fun twist to the unwrapping, and builds excitement with every present revealed.

Before the party, create bingo cards by hand or print them from online templates. Consider small prizes like candles, lotion, or snacks for the winner.

Materials needed:

• Bingo cards with gift names (each card should be unique)
• Pens or markers for guests

Instructions:

1. Give each guest a bingo card listing possible baby shower gifts.
2. As the presents are opened, guests mark each item if it’s opened.
3. The first person to finish a row—across, up and down, or diagonal—calls out “Bingo” and wins a prize.

Sample Gift Bingo Card Table:

Bottle	Diapers	Onesie	Pacifier	Bib
Blanket	Rattle	Toy	Lotion	Socks
Book	Bib	Wipes	Washcloth	Hat

No “Baby” Word Challenge

This classic twist keeps everyone on their toes and sparks playful competition from the start. It’s a simple, low-prep game that naturally gets guests mingling and listening closely.

Materials needed:

• Clothespins (one for each guest) or a long string with plastic pacifiers

Instructions:

1. When guests arrive, give each person a clothespin to attach to their shirt.
2. If someone catches another guest saying the word “baby,” they take that guest’s pin and add it to their own.
3. The person with the most pins at the end wins.

Bring Diapers, Win Prizes

Everyone loves a chance to win something fun—especially when it’s tied to a thoughtful gift. This raffle-style game rewards guests for bringing diapers and supports the new parents at the same time.

Materials needed:

• Raffle tickets
• Box or container for tickets
• Prize for the raffle winner

Instructions:

1. Mention in the invitations that guests should bring a box of diapers.
2. When guests arrive, give a raffle ticket to those who brought diapers.
3. Draw a ticket during the party and award a prize to the winner.

Pass the Parcel Story

This lively storytelling game keeps everyone laughing—and listening—until the very last word. It’s an easy icebreaker that brings a little suspense and a lot of fun to your baby shower circle.

Materials needed:

• A short story with the words “left” and “right” used often
• Small wrapped gift that’s easy to pass

Instructions:

1. Guests sit in a circle while the host reads a story out loud.
2. Every time the narrator says “left,” guests pass the gift to the left.
3. Every time “right” comes up, they pass it to the right. The person holding the prize at the end keeps it.

New Parent Adventure List

This heartfelt activity invites guests to share creativity, wisdom, and joy with the parents-to-be. It’s a simple way to turn advice into a lasting collection of sweet, personal moments.

Materials needed:

• Notecards and pens
• Small bucket for collecting cards

Instructions:

1. Each guest writes an idea for the new parents’ first year with their baby on a notecard.
2. Tips can be fun activities, advice, or special memories to create, such as a trip to the zoo, baby’s first photo, or reading together at bedtime.
3. Guests drop the cards into a bucket and give them to the parents at the end of the shower.

Summary Table

Game	Materials	Preparation	Winner?
Gift Bingo Game	Bingo cards, pens	Low	Yes
No “Baby” Word Challenge	Clothespins/pacifiers	Low	Yes
Bring Diapers, Win Prizes	Diapers, tickets, prize	Low	Yes
Pass the Parcel Story	Story, prize	Medium	Yes
New Parent Adventure List	Notecards, bucket	Very Low	No, all benefit

These shower activities use everyday items, need little planning, and help everyone have a good time.

Printable Baby Shower Games

Emoji Game Challenge

This game puts a twist on Pictionary by using emoji icons. Guests get a printed sheet with lines of emojis, each representing a baby-related word, phrase, movie, or nursery rhyme.

Instructions:

1. Give each guest a pen and a printed emoji challenge sheet.
2. Ask everyone to write what word or phrase they think each emoji line means.
3. The guest with the most correct answers wins.

Match the Celebrity Child

In this guessing game, guests try to identify famous people by their baby pictures. Each person gets a list of numbered baby photos and a separate list of celebrity names.

Instructions:

1. Hand out a matching sheet and a pen or pencil to each guest.
2. Guests write down which celebrity matches each baby photo.
3. The player with the most correct answers wins a prize.

Animal Gestation Quiz

This animal-themed game tests guests’ knowledge by matching animals to their pregnancy lengths. It’s fun for animal lovers.

Instructions:

1. Give each guest a sheet with animals on one side and blank spaces for answers.
2. List different gestation periods in another section.
3. Guests match each animal to its correct pregnancy length.
4. Fill in your answers and see who gets the most matches.

Animal	Gestation (Days)
Elephant	660
Cat	65
Rabbit	31
Horse	340

Baby Supplies Price Guessing Game

This activity works like a game show where players guess prices. Guests see a list of baby items and try to write down what they think each costs.

Instructions:

1. Give out price guess sheets and pens.
2. Show the list of baby supplies (like diapers, pacifier, crib sheet, wipes, etc.).
3. Guests write their price guesses. After everyone is done, reveal the actual prices.
4. The guest whose total is closest without going over wins.

Example Table:

Item	Your Guess	Actual Price
Diapers	$	$
Wipes	$	$
Bottle	$	$
Onesie	$	$

What Can You Find on Your Cell Phone?

This game checks what guests have on their phones. Players score points for having certain items, apps, or types of photos. The guest with the highest score wins.

Instructions:

1. Give each guest a phone checklist and a pen.
2. Guests go down the list, marking if they have the item.
3. Points are given for each item found. At the end, everyone adds up their points.

Sample Scoring Table:

Item	Points
Selfie with the parents-to-be	10
Group text with “baby” in the name	5
Ten unread text messages	3
A food delivery app	2
Cute pet photo	4
Glittery phone case	8

Baby Shower Game Show

This game uses quiz questions about family, babies, and parenting. Guests write down their answers, and the host adds up the points to find the winner.

Instructions:

1. Print enough game sheets for everyone and give out pens.
2. Ask each question from the list, such as, “Name something that babies need every day.”
3. Players write their answers. The most common correct answers get the most points.
4. Add up the points for each guest.

Sample Question Table:

Question	Top Answer	Points
Name a common baby shower gift	Diapers	20
Name something parents lose after baby is born	Sleep	18

This or That: Mommy Edition

This activity focuses on the mom-to-be’s favorites and habits. Guests get lists with two options, like chocolate or vanilla, and try to guess Mom’s preferences. This game sparks conversation and lets guests show how well they know the guest of honor.

Instructions:

1. Each guest circles the choice they think the mom-to-be would pick.
2. Players get one point for each correct answer based on Mom’s real preferences.
3. At the end, count the scores to find the best guesser.

Sample Questions:

• Is Mom more likely to choose:
  • Coffee or tea?
  • Early morning or late night?
  • Books or movies?
  • City or countryside?

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Printable games like these make a baby shower interactive and fun for everyone. With simple supplies and a little planning, the host can keep the atmosphere friendly and lively.

Baby Shower Games for Men

Diaper Toss Challenge

This game adds a competitive twist to a classic college pastime. Instead of cups, players use diapers as baskets for ping-pong balls.

Materials needed:

• Large board (cardboard or wood)
• Clean diapers
• Hot glue gun
• Marker
• Ping-pong balls

Instructions:

1. Firmly attach diapers to the board in a grid pattern.
2. Assign each diaper a different point value with markers.
3. Players split into teams and take turns tossing ping-pong balls, trying to land them in the diapers. Each team gets six tries.
4. Add up the points based on where the balls land.
5. The team with the most points wins. You can offer small prizes or treats for the winners.

Sample Score Table:

Diaper Position	Points Earned
Top row	5
Middle row	3
Bottom row	1

Dad Trivia Showdown

This activity lets everyone see how well they know the father-to-be. Guests watch short clips of him answering questions about himself or babies.

Materials needed:

• Smartphone or camera
• Computer or TV for playback

Instructions:

1. Before the event, record the dad-to-be answering fun or thoughtful questions, such as, “How many diapers will your baby use in a year?” or “Who is more likely to be the strict parent?”
2. During the shower, show each video question and pause after each one.
3. Guests write their guesses for his answer.
4. After everyone guesses, reveal the real answer.
5. The guest who matches the most answers wins a prize.

Sample Questions:

• What will be the baby’s first word?
• Who will handle late-night feedings more often?
• What part of fatherhood are you excited about?

Guess the Baby Name

Guests use their creativity in this quick-thinking game. Everyone tries to list as many baby names as possible in a set time.

Materials needed:

• Paper
• Pens or pencils
• Timer (phone or stopwatch)

Instructions:

1. Give each person paper and a pen.
2. When the timer starts, guests write as many names as they can in two minutes. For a twist, ask for names starting with a certain letter, like “M” or “J.”
3. When time is up, everyone counts their list. The guest with the most names wins.

Baby Bottle Chug Race

This silly challenge swaps cups for baby bottles filled with any drink. It’s fast and works for any group. Drinking from a baby bottle slows everyone down and leads to lots of laughter. The winner can get a small trophy or a fun prize.

Materials needed:

• Baby bottles (one for each person)
• Beverage (juice, soda, or another drink)

Instructions:

1. Fill each baby bottle to the same level.
2. When the host says, “Go,” each guest tries to finish their bottle as quickly as possible.
3. The first person to empty their bottle wins.

Who Knows the Parents Better?

This quiz game tests who knows the parents-to-be best. The questions focus on household, parenting, or fun facts.

Materials needed:

• Printed quiz sheets
• Pens or pencils

Instructions:

1. Write a list of questions about each parent, like who is more organized, who never changed a diaper before, or who wakes up earlier.
2. Hand out quiz sheets to the guests.
3. Guests fill out their answers, guessing “Mom,” “Dad,” or the parent’s name.
4. Afterward, have the parents-to-be reveal their true answers.
5. The guest with the most correct answers wins a prize.

Sample Questions:

• Who said “I love you” first?
• Who picked the baby’s name?
• Who will be softer on discipline?

Scoring Table Example:

Question	Guest’s Guess	Parent’s Reveal	Correct?
Who likes spicy food?	Dad	Mom	No
Who stays up later?	Mom	Mom	Yes

What’s in the Bag?

This guessing game sparks curiosity with a lineup of mystery bags filled with hidden baby items.

Materials needed:

• 10 paper bags
• 10 different baby items (pacifier, baby spoon, tiny socks, teething ring, etc.)
• Paper and pens for each guest

Instructions:

1. Before the shower, put one item inside each bag and label the bags from 1 to 10.
2. Guests feel the items without opening the bags and write their guesses on a sheet labeled 1-10.
3. Allow guests a minute or two per bag. Remind everyone not to peek!
4. After everyone submits their guesses, the parent-to-be opens each bag and shows the actual item.
5. Give a small prize to whoever guesses the most correctly.

Sample Guessing Table:

Bag Number	Guest’s Guess	Actual Item	Correct?
1	Pacifier	Pacifier	Yes
2	Baby socks	Teething ring	No

Fun Group Baby Shower Activities

Alphabet Baby Items Challenge

This game lets everyone show off their baby knowledge. Each guest gets a sheet with the alphabet arranged vertically on one side.

Materials needed:

• Sheets of paper (with the alphabet listed)
• Pens or pencils
• Timer

Instructions:

1. Prepare one sheet per guest with the alphabet listed in a column from A to Z.
2. Give each person a paper and a writing tool.
3. When the timer starts, guests fill in baby-related words that begin with each letter (like A for “apple sauce,” B for “bottle”).
4. Players have one minute to write as many as they can.
5. The guest with the highest number of correct entries wins.

TV Family Kids Quiz

Fans of classic and modern television will enjoy this trivia challenge about famous kids from well-known shows.

Materials needed:

• Sheets of paper with questions
• Pens
• Printer or copier

Instructions:

1. Hand out the trivia sheets and pens.
2. Ask guests to answer as many questions as possible.
3. After the time is up, collect and check the answers.
4. The person with the most correct answers wins.

Sample Questions Table:

#	TV Show	Question
1	The Flintstones	What is Fred and Wilma’s child’s name?
2	Friends	What are Ross Geller’s children called?
3	The Simpsons	Name the three Simpson kids.
4	Family Ties	List the four children from “Family Ties.”
5	The Brady Bunch	Name the six children in the “Brady Bunch.”

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Song Titles with “Baby” Game

Music lovers will enjoy this fast-paced game. Players write down as many song titles as they can that include “baby.”

Materials needed:

• Pen and paper for each guest

Instructions:

1. Each person gets a blank sheet of paper.
2. Set a timer for five minutes.
3. Guests list as many songs as they can remember with “baby” in the title.
4. Only real song titles count.
5. Whoever writes down the most valid titles wins.

Sample Song Titles:

• “Baby One More Time”
• “Be My Baby”
• “Ice Ice Baby”

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Purse Item Hunt

This game turns the items in a guest’s purse into possible points. Everyone can play at the same time, making it great for large crowds.

Materials needed:

• Pens
• Printed lists of purse items, each with a point value (see table below)

Item	Points
Lip balm	1
Hand sanitizer	3
Grocery receipt	2
Sunglasses	2
Nail clippers	3
Pack of tissues	1

Instructions:

1. Give each person a list and a pen.
2. Guests check off the items they have in their bags.
3. Each item earns the listed points.
4. Guests tally their scores.
5. The highest total wins.

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Jumbled Baby Words Race

This activity uses scrambled words related to babies. Guests race against the clock to solve as many as possible.

Materials needed:

• Printed sheets with scrambled baby words
• Pens
• Timer

Instructions:

1. Choose and scramble common baby-related words (see table below).
2. Hand out a sheet and a pen to each guest.
3. Set a timer for one minute.
4. Guests unscramble as many words as they can.
5. The fastest person, or the one with the most correct answers, wins.

Scrambled Word	Solution
TLOBTE	Bottle
DRIPEA	Diaper
RLACISTO	Stroller
PACRIIFE	Pacifier
EDOMR	Romper

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Entertaining Party Games for Kids

Applesauce Challenge

This game brings laughter and a bit of mess. It’s a perfect way to let kids join the fun with a challenge that’s equal parts teamwork and chaos.

Make sure kids wear old clothes since the game can get messy. Have napkins or wipes ready for quick clean-up.

Materials needed:

• Large plastic garbage bags (with neck holes)
• Blindfolds
• Jars of applesauce
• Baby spoons

Instructions:

1. Kids play in pairs and wear plastic bags as protective ponchos.
2. Each team is blindfolded and gets a jar of applesauce with two baby spoons.
3. Each pair works together to feed each other the applesauce without seeing.
4. The first team to finish their jar wins the prize.

Move the Pacifier Along

In Move the Pacifier Along, kids form teams and get ready for a high-energy race. It’s a hilarious, hands-free relay that keeps the energy high and the giggles constant.

Materials needed:

• Straws
• Pacifiers with handles

How to Play:

1. Split kids into teams of 4 or 5.
2. Line them up and let the first player start with the pacifier hanging on the straw. No hands allowed!
3. Pass the pacifier from straw to straw down the line.
4. The group that finishes first wins the round.

Sock Matching Dash

This game turns pairing socks into an exciting race. It’s fast, fun, and perfect for keeping little hands busy with a baby-themed twist.

Materials needed:

• 14 pairs of baby socks (mixed up and unpaired)
• A timer or a phone for counting down

Instructions:

1. Lay out all socks in a mixed pile.
2. Set a timer for 1 minute.
3. Each child sorts through the socks and tries to make as many correct pairs as possible within the time limit.

Musical “Dirty” Diaper

Here is a silly take on hot potato. This messy-looking but harmless game is sure to get big laughs and a few playful squeals.

Materials needed:

• Clean diaper
• Chocolate (melted and placed inside the diaper)
• Playlist or music app

Instructions:

1. Place all players in a circle.
2. Begin the music and pass the diaper around.
3. Pause at random intervals; the person caught holding the diaper is out.
4. Keep playing until only one child is left.

Pin the Pacifier

Pin the Pacifier is a baby shower twist on “Pin the Tail on the Donkey.” It’s simple, classic, and always a crowd-pleaser for younger guests.

Materials needed:

• Large baby poster or picture
• Paper pacifiers (one for each child)
• Tape
• Blindfold

Instructions:

1. Hang the baby picture up on a wall.
2. Give each child a paper pacifier with a piece of tape on the back.
3. Blindfold the player, spin them slowly, and let them try to stick the pacifier on the picture.
4. The pacifier that lands closest to the baby’s mouth earns the prize.

Summary Table

Game	Number of Players	Time Needed	Messiness Level	Supplies Needed
Applesauce Challenge	4+ (pairs)	10 min	High	Applesauce, spoons, blindfolds
Move the Pacifier Along	8+ (teams)	10 min	Low	Straws, pacifiers
Sock Matching Dash	2+	5 min	Low	Baby socks, timer
Musical “Dirty” Diaper	5+	15 min	Medium	Diaper, chocolate, music
Pin the Pacifier	3+	10 min	Low	Poster, paper pacifiers, tape

Baby Shower Trivia Questions

Who Understands Mom-to-Be Best?

This trivia game challenges friends and family to see who knows the most fun facts about the mom-to-be.

Instructions:

1. The host reads out questions about her childhood, favorite foods, or memorable experiences.
2. Each guest writes their answers on a piece of paper.
3. When all the questions are answered, check the responses.
4. The guest with the most correct answers wins.

Sample questions:

Question	Example Answer
What is Mom’s favorite color?	Green
Where was Mom born?	New York
What is Mom’s favorite treat?	Chocolate Ice Cream
What sport did Mom play as a kid?	Soccer

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What Age Is She in the Picture?

For this activity, guests look at different photos of the mom-to-be at various ages. Each photo is numbered and arranged for all to see.

Everyone writes down how old they think she was in each picture. At the end, reveal the answers. The person who gets the most correct ages wins a small prize.

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Match the Baby Snapshot

This game brings laughter as everyone tries to match guests with their baby photos. It’s a fun way to spark conversation and share childhood memories.

Materials needed:

• baby photos of guests

Instructions:

1. Each guest submits a baby photo before or at the party.
2. Display every photo with a number.
3. Guests get a list with numbers and try to guess who is in each photo.
4. The person who matches the most faces wins.

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Discover the Unique Guest

This icebreaker helps guests learn more about each other. Each participant gets a list of interesting facts, such as “has traveled to another country” or “speaks two languages.” Guests mingle and ask questions to find which fact matches which person.

Fun Fact Example	Who Matches?
Has a pet snake	____________
Ran a marathon	____________
Lived in three states	____________
Plays the piano	____________

The person who fills in the most blanks with the correct names wins.

Identify That Song for Babies

This simple game focuses on catchy children’s music. It’s a lighthearted challenge that gets guests smiling and singing along as they race to name each tune.

Instructions:

1. The host plays a short clip from a popular kids’ song, like a lullaby or cartoon theme tune.
2. Each guest quickly writes down their guess for the song’s name. The game continues with several different songs.
3. Whoever identifies the most songs the fastest wins.

Playlist ideas:

• “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star”
• “Baby Shark”
• “If You’re Happy and You Know It”

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The Rhymes and Verses Test

This quiz uses classic nursery rhymes. Guests receive a worksheet with well-known rhyme lines that have missing words. They fill in the blanks. The guest who completes the most lines correctly wins.

Sample lines:

Line With Blanks
Humpty Dumpty sat on a ____
Mary had a little ____
The itsy bitsy ____ climbed up the waterspout

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Name as Many Baby Essentials as You Can

This game tests speed and memory. It’s a fun challenge that gets everyone thinking fast and sharing a few surprise answers along the way.

Instructions:

1. Each guest gets paper, a pen, and one minute.
2. During the minute, guests write down as many baby items as they can think of, like a bottle, crib, stroller, pacifier, onesie, or blanket. When time’s up, count the lists.
3. The person with the most unique items wins a prize.

Common answers:

• Diapers
• Car seat
• Bibs
• Socks
• Baby shampoo

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Chocolate Bar in a Diaper Challenge

This silly game uses mini chocolate bars like Snickers, Milky Way, or Crunch, melted and placed into separate diapers. Each diaper is numbered.

Guests look at, smell, or touch each diaper to guess the candy bar inside. Everyone writes their guesses on a sheet. After everyone finishes, the host shares the answers. The player with the most correct guesses wins.

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Mystery Baby Food Taste Test

This challenge is for guests who want to test their senses. It’s equal parts funny and surprising as everyone tries to guess what’s really in each jar. You can add blindfolds for extra challenge.

Instructions:

1. Place baby food jars with blank labels on a table, each filled with a different puree like peas, carrots, or peaches.
2. Guests use their sense of smell, and if they want, taste, to guess the food in each jar. They write their guesses on sheets of paper.
3. The guest who identifies the most flavors wins a prize.

Possible baby food flavors:

• Sweet potato
• Banana
• Applesauce
• Green beans

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Top Creative Activities for Baby Showers (No Games Needed)

Personalized Baby Clothes Creation

Guests decorate plain baby onesies and clothing items. Offer a variety of blank items and supplies so everyone can join in. Use cardboard backing to keep the surface flat for easier decorating.

Materials needed:

• Basic onesies in assorted colors and sizes
• Thick sheets of cardboard
• Fabric markers, stencils, and iron-on letters or images
• Tacks or clips for holding clothing in place
• Optional: Cricut or other cutting machines for custom patches

Instructions:

1. Set up a craft table with all the supplies.
2. Encourage guests to draw, write messages, or use stencils.
3. When finished, the new parent leaves with several unique outfits as keepsakes.

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Group Patchwork Blanket Project

This activity creates a memorable keepsake for the new family. Guests will love adding their personal touch to a gift the parents can treasure forever. When all the pieces come together, the finished blanket is both beautiful and sentimental.

Materials needed:

• Plain washcloths or fabric squares
• Safe fabric paints and a variety of brushes
• Drop cloths or table covers to protect surfaces
• Fabric markers for writing messages

Instructions:

1. Set up a table with the supplies. Keep wipes or paper towels handy for messy hands.
2. Each guest decorates a small washcloth or fabric square with fabric-safe paint.
3. Participants can write messages, draw pictures, or add their own designs.
4. After the party, sew the decorated pieces together into a cozy blanket or frame them for display.

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Diaper Note Surprises

Handwritten notes on diapers add humor and encouragement for late-night changes. Guests use bold, nontoxic markers to write messages, jokes, or words of encouragement on diapers.

Materials needed:

• Packages of diapers in several sizes
• Nontoxic markers that won’t rub off easily
• A sign explaining the activity and giving message ideas

Instructions:

1. Place a basket of diapers and writing supplies on a table. Offer examples like “Hang in there!” or “It’s Dad’s turn!” to inspire guests.
2. Later, new parents will discover these notes during regular changes, adding a little cheer to their routine.

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Special Wishes Memory Journal

A memory book invites heartfelt notes from friends and family. It’s a quiet, meaningful activity that leaves the parents-to-be with touching messages they’ll cherish for years.

Materials needed:

• A blank book with sturdy pages or a pretty journal
• Good-quality pens or markers
• Optional: A themed children’s book, like Oh, Baby! Go, Baby!, for guests to write inside

Instructions:

1. Place the book and pens where everyone can find them during the shower.
2. Ask your guests to write a message for the baby’s first birthday or share a memory about parenting.
3. Guests store all the notes together in a keepsake book or journal. This makes it easy to revisit these thoughts in the future.

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Summary Table

Activity	Main Supplies Needed	Keepsake Created
Personalized Baby Clothes	Onesies, markers, stencils	Unique clothing for baby
Patchwork Blanket	Washcloths, fabric paint, markers	Washcloth blanket or display
Diaper Note Surprises	Diapers, nontoxic markers	Labeled, funny diapers
Memory Wishes Journal	Blank journal, pens, optional book	Keepsake message book

With the right mix of fun, laughter, and thoughtful activities, your baby shower will be one to remember. These unique games turn simple moments into lasting memories for everyone.

For a final touch, tailor the games to your guest list and theme. A little creativity goes a long way in making your celebration truly unforgettable.