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 Parenting 101 - Mother Diane Warner’s Complete Book of Baby Showers By Diane Warner Choosing the Theme 
The first step in planning a shower is to choose the theme, because the theme will determine everything else, from the party’s location, to the games and decorations, to the type of food and drink that will be served. In this section, I have included themes for family parties, women-only parties, men-only parties, co-ed parties, as well as several types of special parties, such as those honoring a first-time grandmother, the arrival of twins (or triplets!), or a couple expecting a “caboose” (an unexpected late-in-life baby).I have rated each party theme’s formality (?), cost ($), and stress (!) level on a scale of one to five, with five being the highest. However, please don’t let these ratings intimidate you, because you can always ask for help from family or friends. For example, if it will be a very expensive affair, such as a formal sit-down dinner, you may want to enlist several co-hosts who are able to help out with the costs. Likewise, if a certain party theme involves a lot of complicated planning and “doing,” you may want to lower the stress factor by delegating some of the duties. As you choose your theme, the main thing to keep in mind is to plan a memorable, entertaining shower – one your guests will remember fondly. I think we’ve all attended enough boring baby showers – the type where the only entertainment is watching the mother-to-be open gifts. It’s time for a fun baby shower with a clever new theme, an unusual location, and a little creativity when it comes to the games, entertainment and cuisine. I’m sure you’ll find the perfect theme for your party here; one that suits the expectant parents, the guests, and your own personal hostess profile. After all, you want to enjoy the party, too! All in the Family A family party is usually more warm, fuzzy, and intimate than a traditional baby shower, and understandably so. After all, the couple’s family members are the most important people in their lives and no one could be happier about the new addition to the family. Family parties tend to be more relaxed and easier to plan. This chapter include the Announcement Party, the Potluck Picnic Baby Shower, and the Family Heirloom Shower.
The announcement itself may be made by the expectant father or by the grandfather-to-be, or it may be hidden inside a party favor. For example:
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