One of our staff members found this idea while looking for shower themes for a friend. The whole theme of the party revolves around the idea that ALL guests come to the baby shower dressed like they are nine months pregnant.

Guests stuff their shirts with pillows to “make sure the mom-to-be doesn’t feel out of place,” even if it’s a coed shower and men or younger guests are present.

Would you host a “nine month’s pregnant” shower? Do you think it’s fun and funny, or just plain odd? Do you think the guest of honor should be the only pregnant on there? What are the perks of having a party full of preggos? You tell us!

Decorate your baby shower with butterflies. There’s something so sweet and dreamy about butterflies. Use this idea board to inspire new ideas for the next shower you plan. It’s perfect for the moms-to-be who love everything natural and girlie.

Butterfly Wood Plaque from Pottery Barn Kids

Butterfly Soaps from ababyshower.com

Hanging Glitter Butterflies from The Company Store

Butterfly Cookie Cutters from Beau-coup

A common trend for children’s birthday parties involves renting an inflatable bounce house for kids to jump in, throwing themselves around like maniacs for as long as parents will let the party keep hopping. This idea is a great way to entertain the little ones during birthday parties, but it also serves as an excellent way to integrate exercise into your child’s parties. By making fitness fun, you help to establish lifelong associations among exercise, energy and enthusiasm.

Try throwing a themed party for your children this year that includes fitness on both a fun and functional level by using some of these ideas:

• Got a soccer fan running around the house? Host a soccer-themed party and include a friendly game as a part of the entertainment.
• Give your kids and their friends a rockin’ dance party.

• Make a splash by hosting a pool party at your local YMCA. You can even organize water games like Shark and Fishies to encourage the kids to swim a little harder.
• Have a bowl-o-rama birthday at the bowling alley.
• As a part of the entertainment, organize a bike ride or group rollerblading outing at the local park.

These type of events offer the perfect way to play while you celebrate your child’s big day!