How to Host a Classy Baby Shower (Without the Cheesy Games)
Let’s be honest: not every mom-to-be wants baby bottles on cupcakes or a blindfolded diaper-changing contest.
If you're planning a baby shower and looking to keep it modern, beautiful, and meaningful, this post is for you. At Brick + Laurel, we’ve hosted countless showers that are heartfelt, stylish — and completely free of awkward games and overdone themes.
Here’s how to plan a baby shower that feels elevated, intentional, and totally Instagram-worthy.
✨ Skip the Games — Do This Instead
Not everyone wants to guess the melted chocolate diaper or play “What’s in the Baby Bag.” If the guest of honor is more laid-back, creative, or design-minded, here are some elegant alternatives:
📝 “Advice for Baby” Station
Set out linen or handmade paper cards where guests can write wishes or advice for the baby. Display in a glass box or hang with mini clothespins for a photo-worthy moment.
🎨 Build-a-Bouquet Bar
Create a floral station where guests can build mini bouquets to take home — or gift to the mom-to-be.
📖 Baby Book Gifting Table
Instead of cards, guests bring their favorite childhood book and write a note inside. You’ll build the baby’s first library with meaningful stories.
📞 Audio Guestbook
Let guests leave voice messages with well-wishes or funny parenting advice. It’s an emotional keepsake the family can listen back to for years.
🎀 Themes That Feel Fresh (Not Forced)
You don’t need a giant diaper cake or an overload of pastels to make the day special. Here are four stylish, gender-neutral themes we’ve seen pulled off beautifully at Brick + Laurel:
1. French Market Brunch
Croissants, lavender bundles, baguette boards, and lemonade served in glass carafes. Think Provençal picnic meets Anthropologie tablescape.
2. “A Little Wild” Safari
Earth tones, wooden animal toys, linen banners, and monstera leaves. Add a touch of gold for that jungle-chic look.
3. Scandi Minimalist
White oak tables, light beige linen, baby’s breath, and natural wood toys as décor. Quiet luxury meets family love.
4. Books & Brunch
Each guest brings their favorite children’s book. Add a bookmark craft station, book quote signage, and a brunch buffet that’s worthy of a Sunday morning.
🏛 Why Brick + Laurel is the Ideal Baby Shower Venue
We created Brick + Laurel to be a space where celebrations feel personal, beautiful, and easy — and baby showers are no exception.
Here’s what makes our San Diego venue the perfect fit for your modern shower:
✔️ Indoor Flow
Natural light, plants, and patio space for lounging and mingling.
✔️ No Food or Beverage Restrictions
Bring in your favorite caterer, baker, or DIY your own brunch bar.
✔️ Included Rentals
Tables, chairs, and flexible lounge layouts
✔️ Minimal, Modern Backdrop
No need to fight with existing décor. Our space lets your style shine.
✔️ Accessible Parking & Central Location
Stress-free for moms, aunties, and out-of-town guests alike.
💌 From Our Team to Yours
Whether you’re planning a soft and sentimental morning or a full-blown celebration, we’d love to host your baby shower at Brick + Laurel. We’ll help you ditch the stress, elevate the vibe, and create a day the mom-to-be will remember forever.
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