Planning the Perfect “It’s a Girl” Baby Shower

If you’re stumped on baby shower themes and don’t know how to plan this the perfect party, sometimes the more traditional themes are the way to go. If the parents-to-be already know the sex of their new arrival, a gender-themed baby shower is a safe bet.

If you’re stumped on baby shower themes and don’t know how to plan this the perfect party, sometimes the more traditional themes are the way to go. If the parents-to-be already know the sex of their new arrival, a gender-themed baby shower is a safe bet. An “It’s a Girl” baby shower will consist of lots of pink along with signs celebrating the upcoming baby girl. If all goes according to plan, the pink will be tasteful and adorable, making it a perfect theme for adults and children alike.

Need some help coming up with decor and party favor ideas? We’ve compiled some of our favorites for a stellar “It’s a Girl” baby shower. With all the cute little items matching, the design will be a hit.

1. Entrance Sign

Guests need to know that they’re in the right place. Tack this party sign to your front door so everyone knows where the baby shower is being held. The pink card stock features “It’s a Girl” along with two lines of text that you can personalize in any way you’d like. It could say the mom’s name or baby girl’s name along with the date of the party, for instance.

"It's a Girl" Baby Shower Entrance Sign | Planning the Perfect "It's a Girl" Baby Shower | Corner Stork Baby Gifts

2. Cake Topper

Why get a plain baby shower cake when you can dress it up with a sign? This cake topper features “It’s a Girl!” in pretty lettering. It doesn’t just fit into cakes. The center stem can also be stuck into a cupcake or even into a centerpiece bouquet or potted plant.

"It's a Girl" Cake Topper | Planning the Perfect "It's a Girl" Baby Shower | Corner Stork Baby Gifts

3. “It’s a Girl” Banner

Don’t leave the walls bare. Pretty pink decorations have a place on all surfaces of your baby shower. For instance, you could use signs and banners strung across walls or along the front of a fireplace..

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4. Party Plates

Guests need a place to pile up their treats and baby shower buffet foods. These pink “it’s a girl” party plates will fit right in. They come in packs of eight.

"It's a Girl" Paper Plates | Planning the Perfect "It's a Girl" Baby Shower | Corner Stork Baby Gifts

5. Stemless Wine Glasses

What about party favors? These stemless wine glasses do double duty both as a glass for toasts during the baby shower and for keepsakes that guests can take home at the end of the party.

"It's a Girl" Wine Glasses | Planning the Perfect "It's a Girl" Baby Shower | Corner Stork Baby Gifts

6. Water Bottles

Champagne doesn’t always fit in with a baby shower. If that’s the case for your party, hand out these personalized bottles of water instead. They even match the “It’s a Girl” sign hanging on the door.

"It's a Girl" Personalized Water Bottles | Planning the Perfect "It's a Girl" Baby Shower | Corner Stork Baby Gifts

7. Party Favor Milk Jars

Have your own ideas for baby shower favors? Stick your DIY favors in these milk jars!

"It's a Girl" Milk Jars | Planning the Perfect "It's a Girl" Baby Shower | Corner Stork Baby Gifts